Gateway E4350 User Manual

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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

While troubleshooting your computer, follow these safety guidelines:

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Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while 
the modem cable and the power cord are connected.

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Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. For 
more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see 

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If you have problems with your computer, try these things first:

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Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your computer and an AC outlet 
and that the AC outlet is supplying power.

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If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on.

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If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that 
all connections are secure.

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Make sure that your hard drive is not full.

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If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. The message 
may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem.

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If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you 
performed and make sure that you followed each instruction.

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If an error occurs in a program, see the program’s printed documentation or the online 
help.

To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer 
problem if:

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Power cords or plugs are damaged

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Liquid has been spilled into your computer

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Your computer was dropped

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The case was damaged

Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer 
technician.