Quick Reference Guide

CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook www.gateway.com
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Protecting from power source problems
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.
Connecting the dial-up modem
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:
1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the right
side of your convertible notebook.
2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The
modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
3 Start your convertible notebook, then start your communications
program.