User manual GATEWAY M460

[. . . ] Gateway Notebook User Guide Contents 1 Getting Help . 3 4 5 6 6 7 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook . 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 17 17 18 18 3 Getting Started . Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network . [. . . ] When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms and can lead to permanent damage to the notebook. If these slots are blocked, your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. When storing your notebook for an extended period of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after discharging it partway. 90 www. gateway. com Cleaning your notebook Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your notebook performing at its best. You may want to gather these items and put together a notebook cleaning kit: A soft, lint-free cloth An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension Cotton swabs A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through your notebook. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the wall outlets. Always turn off your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your notebook and other parts of your system. Do not use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on components. Your notebook is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case, so keep the vents free of dust. With your notebook turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to drip any water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside of your notebook. www. gateway. com 91 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off your notebook and turn the notebook upside down. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to replace it. Cleaning the notebook screen To clean a notebook LCD screen, use a soft cloth and water to clean the LCD screen. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with the cloth. Caution A notebook LCD screen is made of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product made especially for the purpose. 92 www. gateway. com Protecting your computer from viruses Protecting your computer from viruses A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on a computer, then spreads from one computer to another. Viruses can damage data or cause your computer to malfunction. Some viruses go undetected for a period of time because they are activated on a certain date. Protect your computer from a virus by: Registering your copy of Norton AntiVirus and subscribing to the virus definition update service. You received a free limited time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you purchased your notebook. Using the Norton® AntiVirus program to check files and programs that are attached to e-mail messages or downloaded from the Internet. [. . . ] Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. www. gateway. com 133 Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Users should make sure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Warning To avoid electrical shock or equipment malfunction do not attempt to make electrical ground connections by yourself. Contact the appropriate inspection authority or an electrician, as appropriate. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. [. . . ]