Setting up: your new Gateway® notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least three hours the compartment until it clicks. Then lock it in place. first time, so the battery will fully charge. Lock 3 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET (optional) 4 START YOUR NOTEBOOK Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high Press the power button, then follow the on-screen instructions speed Internet access. to complete Windows setup. Power button Ethernet jack USB port Getting help: tips for getting the most out of your new Gateway® notebook SEE YOUR ONLINE DOCUMENTATION MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE For detailed information about using your Gateway To get the most out of your battery: notebook, see your Reference Guide that has been • Dim the display as low as you can comfortably see. included on your hard drive. • Modify the power management settings to reduce power use. • Turn off wireless devices when not using them. For general information about using Windows and • Use sleep mode when not using your notebook. the programs that are installed on your notebook, USER GUIDE • Use the DVD drive only when you need to. connecting your notebook to the Internet or a • Travel with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. network, and protecting your computer, see your User ® • Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available. Guide that has been included on your hard drive. For more information, see "Managing Power" in your Reference Guide. To access your online documentation, click WORK SAFELY & SECURELY (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you need to connect safely and securely. To ensure a high level of security, you should: • Regularly update your antivirus software. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT • Install all critical updates for Windows Vista™ (click (Start), All For frequently-asked questions, Programs, then click Windows Update). setup help, and immediate • Use the security features provided in the Windows Vista™ Security Center information on common