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If you have recently installed hardware or software, 
make sure that you have installed it according to the 
instructions provided with it. If you did not purchase the 
hardware or software from Gateway, see the 
manufacturer’s documentation and technical support 
resources.
If you have “how to” questions about using a program, 
see:
Online Help
Printed documentation
The Microsoft Windows documentation
The software publisher’s Web site
See the troubleshooting section of this chapter.
Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number 
available, along with a detailed description of your 
problem, including the exact text of any error messages, 
and the steps you have taken.
Make sure that your notebook is nearby at the time of 
your call. The technician may have you follow 
troubleshooting steps.
The label on the bottom of your notebook includes the 
Gateway Customer Care telephone number. For more 
information, see 
Warning
To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your 
notebook problem if:
• Power cords or plugs are damaged
• Liquid has been spilled into your notebook
• Your notebook was dropped
• The case was damaged
Instead, unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer 
technician.