Gateway 200 User Manual

Chapter 17: Troubleshooting

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The password feature (which is set in the BIOS Setup utility) is very secure, 
with no easy way to recover a forgotten password. You must return your 
notebook for repair. Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions.

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Make sure that you have correctly installed required software for the 
PC Card. For more information, see your PC Card’s documentation.

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Make sure that the PC Card you installed is not causing a system resource 
conflict. For more information on resource conflicts, see “Device 
installation” on page 254.

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Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to your 
notebook. For more information, see “Connecting the AC adapter” on 
page 26.

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If your notebook is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that the surge 
protector is connected securely to an electrical outlet, turned on, and 
working correctly. To test the outlet, plug a working device, such as a lamp, 
into the outlet and turn it on.

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Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. 
Replace any damaged cables.

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Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. For more information, see 
“Changing batteries” on page 151.

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Make sure that the battery is fully recharged. For more information, see 
“Recharging the battery” on page 149.

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Make sure that the battery is calibrated correctly. For more information, 
see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 150.