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Hi. Not enough information. Do you want a switch? Do you need to FIND a switch? Is it a Gateway notebook? The specifications for the Gateway Solo 5300 do not indicate a wireless system as part of the original unit. See: http://support.gateway.com/s/manlib/Notebooks/Solo5300/8508144/8508144.htm
Most units with PC100 memory (like this one) did not come with wireless. You will likely need a wireless PCMCIA card.
Simplest is to remove the battery for a while so the password is lost. See the TechRepublic article at http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-10878_11-1032878.html
Can you start it in safe mode? Right after you turn it on start tapping the F8 key. Then select your os and then use your arrow keys to scroll up to "Safe Mode" then hit enter. If you can get in to safe mode, it is either a driver, software, or a virus. So uninstall any new hardware or software and scan for virus.
I believe gateway locks their heat limits. But in order to change it you should be able to inside of the BIOS/CMOS/SETUP when first starting the machine.
This is a good "how to" with pictures (although it doesn't show your particular model): http://www.laptoprepair101.com/laptop/category/lcd-screen-repair/
This shows how to remove the keyboard for your model: http://support.gateway.com/s/Mobile/Solo_Series/p5350/8508369/8508369.htm
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