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Preventing static electricity discharge
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Preventing static electricity 
discharge
The components inside your tablet PC are extremely sensitive to static 
electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Before installing memory, follow these guidelines:
■Turn off your tablet PC.
■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.
■Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables.
■Remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on 
page 131.
■Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards.
WarningESD can permanently damage electrostatic 
discharge-sensitive components in your tablet PC. 
Prevent ESD damage by following ESD guidelines every 
time you install memory.
WarningTo avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and 
moving parts, turn off your tablet PC and unplug the power 
cord and modem and network cables before opening the 
case.
WarningTo prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object 
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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 
connectors. Never slide components over any surface.
Adding or replacing memory
Your tablet PC 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 available slot. Use only memory modules 
designed for the Gateway Tablet PC for upgrading your memory.
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To add or replace memory modules:
1Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on 
page 221.
2Turn off your tablet PC and disconnect the AC adapter and modem and 
network cables.
3Disconnect your tablet PC from the optional FlexDock (see “Using the 
Tablet PC FlexDock” on page 227).
4Place the hard top on the front of your tablet PC.
5Turn your tablet PC over so the back is facing up.
6Remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on 
page 131.
7Remove the two memory bay cover screws.
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8Remove the memory bay cover.
9If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each 
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10If you are removing a memory module, pull the module out of the slot.
11Hold 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 
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12Gently push the module down until it clicks in place.
13Replace the memory bay cover and replace the cover screws.
14Insert the battery, then turn your tablet PC over.
15Reconnect the optional FlexDock.
16Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, then turn on 
your tablet PC.
17To check that the memory module has been installed successfully, tap Start, 
My Computer, then tap View System Information. The General tab shows the 
amount of memory now installed in your tablet.
ImportantUse only memory modules designed for the 
Gateway Tablet PC.
ImportantIf the amount of memory shown and the memory you have 
just installed differ, the memory module may not be seated 
correctly. Remove the module and repeat the procedure. 
						

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Using the
Ta b l e t P C
FlexDock
This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your 
optional FlexDock. Read this chapter to learn:
■How to identify the features of your FlexDock
■How to connect your Gateway Tablet PC to the 
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Front
Indicator Icon Description
USB  port Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a diskette drive, 
USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or 
mouse) into this port.
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Back
Component Icon Description
Network  jack Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. For 
more information, see “Connecting to a wired Ethernet 
network” on page 40 and “Networking Your Tablet PC” 
on page 165.
IEEE  1394  port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire
® or i.Link®) 
device (such as a digital camcorder or DVD/CD-RW 
drive) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. For more 
information, see “Connecting a digital video camera” on 
page 114.
USB ports Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a 
diskette drive, USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, 
scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port.
Microphone jack Plug an external microphone into this jack. The built-in 
microphone is turned off when a microphone is plugged 
into this jack.
Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. 
The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or 
headphones are plugged into this jack.
USB ports
IEEE 1394 port
Network jackMicrophone
jack
Headphone
jack
Monitor portPower 
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www.gateway.com Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Do not 
substitute another adapter or use this connector for any 
other purpose.
Component Icon Description