User manual GATEWAY MX7120

[. . . ] HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Notebook Contents Chapter 1: About this reference. 2 2 2 2 3 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook . 12 Protecting from power source problems . 13 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network . [. . . ] Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies. Memory Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory. If your programs are running more slowly than you think they should, try adding more memory. See "Adding or replacing memory" on page 34 for more information. Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook. The most common types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white. Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but they are slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but they print much faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents. USB flash drive Use a USB flash drive for storing files or transferring files to another computer. 32 CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook · Preventing static electricity discharge · Adding or replacing memory · Replacing the DVD drive · Replacing the hard drive kit · Replacing the keyboard 33 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www. gateway. com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. 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: Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the notebook. Important Before installing or replacing components, you should read and understand the information in this section. 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. 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. Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 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 the slot. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace memory. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 34. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC cards. 34 www. gateway. com Adding or replacing memory 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 29. 6 Remove the memory bay cover screw. Screw 7 Open the memory bay cover, then remove it. 8 Gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 35 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www. gateway. com 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot. [. . . ] To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your "end of life" product. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (commonly known as WEEE) should never be disposed of in the municipal waste stream (residential garbage collection). The "Crossed-Out Waste Bin" label affixed to this product is your reminder to dispose of your "end of life" product properly. Substances such as glass, plastics, and certain chemical compounds are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. [. . . ]