Quick Reference Guide

CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook www.gateway.com
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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