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To return to a restore point:  
1Click (Start), Control Panel, System and 
Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 
The Backup and Restore Center opens.
2On the left side of the window, click Repair Windows 
using System Restore, then click Next. The Choose a 
restore point dialog box opens.
3Click the restore point you want, click Next, then click 
Finish. A confirmation message box appears.
4Click Ye s. Your system is restored using the restore point 
you specified. This process may take several minutes, 
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Returning your system to its factory condition
In case your computer experiences problems that are not 
recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall 
everything to return your system to its factory condition. You 
can reinstall using either your hard drive or the recovery discs 
you have created.
If you can still run Windows Vista, see “Recovering from 
within Windows Vista” on page 94.
If you cannot run Windows Vista and your original hard 
drive is still working, see “Recovering from the hard drive 
during startup” on page 95.
If you cannot run Windows Vista and your original hard 
drive has been completely re-formatted or you have 
installed a replacement hard drive, see “Recovering from 
your recovery discs” on page 96.
Recovering from within Windows Vista
To reinstall Windows Vista and all pre-installed software 
and drivers:  
1Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click 
Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery 
Management opens.
2Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to 
factory default. The Confirm Restoration dialog box 
opens. Caution
This complete recovery deletes everything on your hard drive, then 
reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your 
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3Click Ye s, then click Start. A dialog box displays 
information about the hard drive that the operating 
system will be recovered to.
4Click OK. The recovery process begins by restarting your 
computer, then continues by copying files to your hard 
drive. This process may take a while, but a Gateway 
Recovery Management screen shows you its progress.
When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts 
you to restart your computer.
5Click OK. Your computer restarts.
6Follow the on-screen prompts for first-time system 
setup.
Recovering from the hard drive during startup
To reinstall Windows Vista and all pre-installed software 
and drivers:  
1Turn on your computer, then press ALT+F10 during 
startup. Gateway Recovery Management opens.
2Click Restore system from factory default. 
3Click Next to continue. Your hard drive’s original, 
factory-loaded contents are recovered. This process will 
take several minutes.Caution
Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive.
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Recovering from your recovery discs
To reinstall Windows Vista and all pre-installed software 
and drivers:  
1Turn on your computer, insert the first system recovery 
disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your 
computer.
2During startup, press F10 to open the boot menu. The 
boot menu is where you can select which device to start 
from, such as the hard drive or an optical disc.
3Use your arrow keys to select CDROM/DVD, then press 
ENTER. Windows installs from the recovery disc you 
inserted.
4Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then 
follow the on-screen prompts to complete the recovery.Caution
Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive. 
						

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Upgrading Your Notebook
Preventing static electricity discharge
Adding or replacing memory modules
Replacing a hard drive kit 
						

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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 or replacing 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 connectors. Never slide components over any 
surface.
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 surface on your workbench or other 
grounded object. Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn 
off your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and 
remove the battery before opening the case.
WarningTo prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes 
of the notebook.
ImportantBefore installing or replacing components, you should read and 
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Adding or replacing memory 
modules
Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small 
Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are 
available in various capacities and any module can be placed 
in any slot.
To add or replace memory modules:  
1Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity 
discharge” on page 98.
2Turn off your notebook.
3Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network 
cable.
4Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the 
notebook and remove any Express and memory cards.
5Tu rn  yo u r  n o te b o o k  ove r  so  th e  b o tto m  i s  fa ci n g  u p,  th e n  
remove the battery. For more information, see 
“Changing the battery” on page 69. Important
Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook.
ToolsYou need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace memory modules.
Memory
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6Loosen the memory bay cover screws (these screws 
cannot be removed).
7Use the thumb notch to lift the memory bay cover, then 
remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located 
on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch.
8If you are removing a module, gently press outward on 
the clip at each end of the memory module until the 
module tilts upward.
Screw Screw
Screw
ScrewScrew
Thumb notch
Clip
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9Pull the memory module out of the slot.
10Hold 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.
11Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover 
screws.
12Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
13Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network 
cable.
14Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express 
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Replacing a hard drive kit
If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace an 
original drive with a higher-capacity drive.
To replace the hard drive kit:  
1Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the 
Gateway Recovery Management. For more information, 
see “Creating recovery discs” on page 89.
2Back up any data you want to transfer to the new hard 
drive. For more information, see “Backing up files” in 
your online User Guide.
3Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity 
discharge” on page 98.
4Turn off your notebook.
5Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network 
cable.
6Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the 
notebook and remove any Express and memory cards.
7Tu rn  yo u r  n o te b o o k  ove r  so  th e  b o tto m  i s  fa ci n g  u p,  th e n  
remove the battery. For more information, see 
“Changing the battery” on page 69. Tools
You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to 
replace a hard drive kit.
Hard drive bay