Replacing Gateway M350 Components

Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:

■Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam.

■Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.

■Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Never slide components over any surface.

Preparing the notebook

Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Replace the cover before you restore power or reconnect the modem and network cables.

To prepare the notebook for maintenance:

■Make sure that the CD or DVD drive is empty.

■Disconnect all peripheral devices.

■Remove any memory cards, PC Cards, and diskettes.

■Turn off the notebook and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables (if attached).

■Turn over the notebook and remove the battery. For more information see “Removing the battery” on page 7.

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