Gateway M285 Application guide

HARDWARE REFERENCE
Gateway Notebook

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Chapter 1: About this reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessing the online User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
For more information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Identifying features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Keyboard area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the dial-up modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network . . . . . . . . 13
Starting your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Waking up your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Turning off your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Using the status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Key types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the tablet control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Programming the Windows Journal button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Converting the display from notebook to tablet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Changing display orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjusting brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Storing and removing the pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Pen lost alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Turning your wireless radio on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Changing modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using the CD or DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Identifying drive types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Inserting a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using the memory card reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Memory card types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Inserting a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Using a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Removing a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Adding and removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Installing a printer, scanner, digital camera, or other peripheral device . . .36
Viewing the display on a projector or monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Connecting a video camera to your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Using an optional port replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Changing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Installing a multibay battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Recalibrating the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Preventing static electricity discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Adding or replacing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Replacing the hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Removing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Installing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Wireless guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
United States of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Laser safety statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
EPA ENERGY STAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

CHAPTER 1
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About this reference
•Aboutthisguide
• Accessing the online User Guide
• Gateway contact information
• Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
•Formoreinformation

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Aboutthisguide
This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific
to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. For all other convertible
notebook information, see your online User Guide.
AccessingtheonlineUserGuide
In addition to this guide, the online User Guide has been included on your hard
drive. The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that includes
information on the following topics:
■Help and technical support
■Using and customizing Windows and other software
■Controlling audio and video settings
■Using the Internet
■Protecting your files
■Playing and recording media
■Networking
■Maintenance and troubleshooting
To access the online User Guide:
■Tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway
Documentation.
Gatewaycontactinformation
Gatewaymodelandserialnumber
Important
The label shown in this section is for
informational purposes only. Label
information varies by model, features
ordered, and location.
The label on the bottom of your convertible notebook contains information that
identifies your convertible notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer
Care will need this information if you call for assistance.
Online Support:
Tech Support Phone:
Hours:
Model:
S/No:

Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
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MicrosoftCertificateofAuthenticity
The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your
convertible notebook includes the product key code for your operating system.
Formoreinformation
For more information about your convertible notebook, visit Gateway’s Support
page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your convertible
notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway
documentation and detailed specifications.
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CHAPTER 2
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Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook
•Identifyingfeatures
• Connecting the AC adapter
• Connecting the dial-up modem
• Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet
network
• Starting your convertible notebook
• Using the status indicators
•Usingthekeyboard
• Using the tablet control buttons
• Using the EZ Pad touchpad
• Using the display
•Usingthepen
•Adjustingthevolume
• Turning your wireless radio on or off
• Using the CD or DVD drive
• Using the memory card reader
• Adding and removing a PC Card
• Changing batteries
• Recalibrating the battery

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Identifyingfeatures
Front
Component Icon Description
Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or
amplified speakers are not plugged in.
LCD panel release
latch
Press to open the LCD panel.
Pen Write, tap, and input directly on your convertible
notebook’s display using the cordless pen.
Microphone jack Plug a microphone 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.
Memory card
reader
Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3
player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory
card reader. For more information, see “Using the
memory card reader” on page 33. The memory card
reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®,
MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, xD Picture Card,
Mini Secure Digital™, and RS-MultiMediaCard™.
LCD panel release latch
Pen
Speaker
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Memory card reader
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Left
Component Icon Description
Power
connector
Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector.
Docking port Connect the port replicator to this port.
Warning: Power is passed through this port. This docking
connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port
replicators designed for your Gateway convertible
notebook.
Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For
more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector
or monitor” on page 36.
Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this jack. Plug the
other end of the cable into a cable modem, DSL modem,
or an Ethernet network jack. For more information, see
“Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet
network” on page 13.
USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive,
printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these
ports.
IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device
(such as a digital camcorder) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port.
For more information, see “Connecting a video camera to
your notebook” on page 37.
PC Card slot Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more
information, see “Adding and removing a PC Card” on
page 35.
Power connector Docking port
Monitor port
Ethernet jack USB ports
IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot

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Right
Component Icon Description
Modular bay Use this bay for a CD drive, DVD drive, combination
DVD/CD-RW drive, multi-format DVD±RW drive, or
multibay battery. For more information, see “Changing
modules” on page 30.
To determine the type of drive in the modular bay,
examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the
logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on
page 32.
Important: To order a module other than the one that
came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway.
Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components.
Warning: Do not work for long periods with the
convertible notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents
are blocked, the convertible notebook may become hot
enough to harm your skin.
Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots.
If these slots are blocked, your convertible notebook may
overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or
permanent damage to the convertible notebook.
Caution: Provide adequate space around your
convertible notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do
not use the convertible notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface.
Kensington™
lock slot
Secure your convertible notebook to an object by
connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot.
Modem jack Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more information,
see “Connecting the dial-up modem” on page 12.
Modular bay Ventilation fan
Kensington lock slot
Modem jack

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Bottom
Component Icon Description
Battery Provides power when the convertible notebook is not
plugged into AC power.
Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more information, see
“Changing batteries” on page 38.
Battery lock Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see
“Changing batteries” on page 38.
Hard drive
bay
The hard drive is located in this bay. For more information,
see “Replacing the hard drive” on page 47.
Pen latch Slide to release the pen.
Pen Write, tap, and input directly on your convertible notebook’s
display using the cordless pen.
System label Includes the product model number. For more information,
see “Gateway model and serial number” on page 2.
Modular bay Use this bay for a CD drive, DVD drive, combination
DVD/CD-RW drive, multi-format DVD±RW drive, or multibay
battery. For more information, see “Changing modules” on
page 30.
To determine the type of drive in the modular bay, examine
the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those
listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 32.
Important: To order a module other than the one that came
with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway.
Battery Battery lock
Battery latch
Hard
drive
bay
Pen
latch
Pen
Memory
bay
Modular
bay latch
Modular
bay
System
label

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Keyboardarea
Modular bay
latch
Slide to release the module. For more information, see
“Changing modules” on page 30.
Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. For more
information, see “Adding or replacing memory” on page 44.
Component Icon Description
Component Icon Description
Tablet
control
buttons
See “Using the tablet control buttons” on page 21 for a
description of each button.
Status
indicators
Inform you of the power status or when a drive is in use.
For more information, see “Using the status indicators” on
page 16.
Microphone Record audio through this microphone. The built-in
microphone is turned off while an external microphone is
connected. For the location of your microphone jack, see
“Front” on page 6.
Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard.
For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on
page 17.
Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more
information, see “Using the EZ Pad touchpad” on page 23.
Microphone
Tablet control
buttons/Status
indicators
Keyboard
Touchpad
Power
button
Power
button
lock

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ConnectingtheAC adapter
Warning
Do not attempt to disassemble the AC
adapter. The AC adapter has no
user-replaceable or user-serviceable
parts inside. The AC adapter has
dangerous voltages that can cause
serious injury or death. Contact Gateway
about returning defective AC adapters.
Caution
Make sure that you use the AC adapter
that came with your convertible
notebook or one of the same type
purchased from Gateway. Replace the
power cord if it becomes damaged. The
replacement cord must be of the same
type and voltage rating as the original
cord or your convertible notebook may
be damaged.
Important
If the battery charge indicator does not
turn blue after three hours, contact
Gateway Customer Care at
www.gateway.com.
Important
If the battery is not fully charged before
you use your convertible notebook on
battery power for the first time, the
battery life may be much shorter than
you expect. If the battery life seems short
even after being charged for three hours,
the battery may need to be recalibrated.
For information on recalibrating the
battery, see “Recalibrating the battery”
on page 40.
You can run your convertible notebook using an AC adapter or your convertible
notebook’s battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged. You
should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery. Allow three
hours for the battery to fully charge.
To connect the AC adapter:
1Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2Connect the AC adapter to your convertible notebook’s power connector.
3Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns
on (see “Using the status indicators” on page 16 for the location of the
battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on,
complete the following steps until it turns on:
1Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in.
2Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off.
4When you finish using your convertible notebook for the first time, turn
off your convertible notebook and leave your convertible notebook
connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue.
Power
button lock
Locks the power button so the convertible notebook
cannot be accidently turned off when using it in tablet
mode.
Power
button
Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the
power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more
information on configuring the power button mode, see
“Changing Power-Saving Settings” in the online User Guide.
Component Icon Description

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Protectingfrompowersourceproblems
Warning
High voltages can enter your convertible
notebook through both the power cord
and the modem connection. To protect
your convertible notebook and avoid
electrical shock, use a surge protector. If
you have a telephone modem, use a
surge protector that has a modem jack. If
you have a cable modem, use a surge
protector that has an antenna/cable TV
jack. During an electrical storm, unplug
both the surge protector and the modem.
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your
convertible notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause
data loss or system damage. Protect your convertible notebook and peripheral
devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges
and prevents them from reaching your convertible notebook.
Connectingthedial-upmodem
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26
AWG or larger telecommunications line
cord.
Your convertible notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you can use to
connect to a standard telephone line.
To connect the modem:
1Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the right
side of your convertible notebook.
2Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The
modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
3Start your convertible notebook, then start your communications
program.

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network
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ConnectingtoacableorDSLmodemortoanEthernet
network
Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to
a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network.
To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network:
1Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack on the left
side of your convertible notebook.
2Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL
modem, or Ethernet network jack.

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Startingyourconvertiblenotebook
Warning
Do not work for long periods with the
convertible notebook resting on your lap.
If the air vents are blocked, the
convertible notebook may become hot
enough to harm your skin.
Caution
Provide adequate space around your
convertible notebook so air vents are not
obstructed. Do not use the convertible
notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.
Important
If your convertible notebook does not
turn on, make sure the Power Button Lock
is in the unlocked position. For more
information, see “Keyboard area” on
page 10.
Tips & Tricks
For more information about changing
the power button mode, see “Changing
Power-Saving Settings”in the online User
Guide.
To start your convertible notebook:
1Press the latch on the front of your convertible notebook, then lift the LCD
panel.
2Press the power button located on the LCD panel.
3If you are starting your convertible notebook for the first time, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your convertible notebook.
Wakingupyourconvertiblenotebook
Tips & Tricks
For more information about Standby
mode, see “Changing power modes” in
the online User Guide.
When you have not used your convertible notebook for several minutes or if
you close the LCD panel without turning off your convertible notebook, it may
enter a power-saving mode called Standby. While in Standby, the power
indicator flashes. If your convertible notebook is in Standby mode, press the
power button to “wake” it up.
Turningoffyourconvertiblenotebook
Important
If for some reason you cannot use the
Turn Off Computer option in Windows to
turn off your convertible notebook, press
and hold the power button for about five
seconds, then release it.
Important
If the Pen Lost Alarm is turned on, and you
turn off the convertible notebook without
returning the pen to the pen holder, you
will hear three beeps. This is to remind
you to replace the pen. For more
information about the Pen Lost Alarm,
see “Pen lost alarm” on page 28.
To turn off your convertible notebook:
1Tap or click Start,then tap or click Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off
Computer dialog box opens.
2Tap or click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible
notebook.

Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook
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Restarting(rebooting)yourconvertiblenotebook
Important
If your convertible notebook does not
turn off immediately, complete the
following steps until the convertible
notebook turns off:
1. Press and hold the power button for
about five seconds, then release it.
2. Unplug the power cord and remove the
battery for more than 10 seconds.
If your convertible notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, pen, or
mouse input, you may have to close programs that are not responding. If closing
unresponsive programs does not restore your convertible notebook to normal
operation, you may have to restart (reboot) your convertible notebook.
To close unresponsive programs and restart your convertible notebook:
1Press the Windows Security button . The Windows Security dialog box
opens. For more information, see “Using the tablet control buttons” on
page 21.
-OR-
Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. The Windows Security dialog box opens.
2Tap or click Task Manager. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens.
3Tap or click the program that is not responding.
4Tap or click End Task.
5Tap or click Xin the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog
box.
6If your convertible notebook does not respond, turn it off, wait ten
seconds, then turn it on again.
As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status
runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts.

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Usingthestatusindicators
Important
If none of the indicators are on, you may
need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status
indicators on.
Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has
been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. The status indicators are
located below the touchpad.
Indicator Icon Description
Wireless
network
(optional)
■LED on - Wireless network is turned on.
■LED off - Wireless network is turned off.
Drive ■LED blinking - The hard drive, CD drive, or
DVD drive is in use.
■LED off - The hard drive, CD drive, or DVD
drive is not in use.
Num lock ■LED on - Numeric keypad is turned on.
■LED off - Numeric keypad is turned off.
Caps lock ■LED on - Caps lock is turned on.
■LED off - Caps lock is turned off.
Battery charge The LED shows the battery activity and status.
■LED blue - battery is fully charged.
■LED purple - battery is charging.
■LED blinking red - battery charge is very low.
■LED solid red - battery is malfunctioning.
This LED only lights up when your convertible
notebook is connected to AC power or the
battery charge is very low.
Power The LED shows your convertible notebook’s
power status.
■LED on - convertible notebook is on.
■LED blinking - convertible notebook is in
Standby mode.
■LED off - convertible notebook is off.
Wireless network
Drive
Num lock
Caps lock
Battery charge
Power
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