NEC P8510 manual Operating Environment

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Operating Environment

Caring for your notebook also requires taking into account the effect of temperature, humidity, and moisture on notebook components. Like any other electronic products, notebooks are vulnerable to drastic changes in temperature, and especially moisture on notebook components.

Please follow the tips below regarding the recommended operating environment:

Avoid using your notebook in high humidity - computers are best used in moderate humidity conditions. Although notebooks are more sensitive to temperature than to humidity, using a notebook in a humid environment can present problems especially when the humidity reaches extreme levels. A few humid days is not really a cause for concern but using, for instance, a laptop in a tropical jungle can present wear-out issues. Humidity hastens corrosion and increases the risk of condensation that can damage certain parts. Going directly from a cold to a warm environment leads to condensation. Cooling a notebook is also difficult when humidity is high.

Before switching on, allow the notebook to adjust to room temperature - in general, electronic equipments that have been exposed or stored in very low temperatures should adjust gradually to room temperature before they are switched on. Immediately powering on a notebook that has been stored for some time at low temperatures in an environment with high temperatures increases the risk of damaging parts.

Do not expose the notebook to moisture and spills - users tend to stretch the limits by using and leaving their notebooks at the most unlikely places like the kitchen, the bathroom, on the garden table or by the swimming pool where the chance of it getting wet is high. Placing a notebook near an open window is also not advisable since it can easily collect and expose some parts to moisture. Be wary of liquid spilling into the power supply since it may trigger an electric short-circuit.

Keep your notebook cool - the key components in your notebook that require special attention when it comes to cooling and proper ventilation are the power supply, the CPU, the hard drive and the motherboard.

The fan in the power supply is designed not only to provide better airflow to the entire case, but also to cool parts of the power supply that easily heat up.

CPUs are equipped with sophisticated heat sinks and fans to increase reliability and prevent cooling-related problems like system lockups.

Fans do not directly cool the hard drive and components of the motherboard, but provide better airflow to these parts. Cleaning the box and removing dust are beneficial since accumulated dust can insulate the notebook making it difficult to cool the notebook.

Ensure effective ventilation for your notebook - even with sophisticated power supply and CPU fans it is still important to install your notebook where there is good ventilation to avoid overheating. Airflow, obviously, is more important in a warm room than in a cool area. Pay attention to the obvious, such as providing space for the power supply fan to blow freely and by not blocking the air vents that keep your notebook, monitor and other devices from overheating. Good operating temperatures would be from 5°C to 35°C, and cooler temperatures are generally better than higher temperatures.

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Contents NEC Versa P8510 Series Table of Contents About Your Electronic User’s Guide Text SetupElectronic User’s Guide For specific models onlyBasic Care and Handling Tips Be sure to follow these power cord safety tips Precautions for Notebook UseStorage Requirements Routine CleaningGetting to Know Your Notebook Introducing Your NEC VersaFront View of the Notebook Page Back View of the Notebook Right Side View of the Notebook Left Side View of the NotebookBottom View of the Notebook Keyboard LED Behaviour Tap this icon once to turn On/Off ECO settings. This is a Multimedia Sensors with LED IndicatorPower saving mode Tap this icon once to turn On/Off the Bluetooth WirelessPage Function Keys Optional Accessories Power ButtonTouchpad Left Click Button Right Click Button Description Using the TouchpadTouchpad Tips AC Adaptor Power SourcesUsing the Battery Connecting the AC AdaptorLow Battery Power Charging the BatteryConserving Battery Power Power Management FeaturesBattery Precautions Replacing the BatteryInstalling the Battery in your Notebook Removing the Battery in your NotebookDisposing of the Battery Handling the BatteryEntering Bios Setup Introducing Bios Setup for Windows VistaBios Setup Menus Use Bios Setup toFor Windows Vista Operating system setup Windows Vista Operating System SetupWindows Vista Operating System Introduction Windows Vista Operating SystemsWindows Language Selection Dual Boot 2 languages English and Traditional ChineseFor Hong Kong dual boot models only Taskbar Icons Windows Vista Operating SystemDesktop Icons Technical Support Information Start MenuPower Plan Managing System Power Windows Vista Operating SystemWindows Vista Operating System Power Options Properties Advanced AlarmsFrequently Asked Questions FAQ Windows Vista Tips for Using Windows VistaSystem Configuration Label Applications Adobe Reader Bluetooth Wireless Technology Blu-ray Page Easy DVD Burning for the Digital Home CyberLink MakeDiscImport All Kinds of File Formats Including Record TV Create Stylish DVD MenusCyberLink SoftDMA 10-in1 Protection McAfee Internet Security Suite with Site AdvisorTMSafe Search and Surf Home License Subscription ServiceStops Viruses Halts HackersImproves Computer Health Backs Up and Restores FilesSecures Your Identity Prevents Spam and Email ScamMusic Roxio Creator LJData Back UpAdvanced Options More FeaturesSRS Premium Sound General Information about Optical Discs Using your NEC Versa Removable Disk DrivesOptical Drive Disc LoadingOptical Disc Drive Care Disc CareHard Disk Drive BaysProtecting Your Notebook From Damage Protecting Your Notebook From Power OutagesTaking Care of Your Notebook Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition Security Operating Environment First Time Use Preventive MaintenanceDaily WeeklyUse these steps to prepare your notebook for shipping Shipping Your NotebookConnecting using a Modem Bluetooth Wireless Technology / Wireless LANModem Local Area Network LANPreparing for Travel Power ConnectionsWhat To Take Getting Through CustomsConnecting / Using a LAN Connecting / Using Your ModemConnecting / Using a Wireless LAN Using Peripheral Devices USB Devices Video AudioVary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching Exercises Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentCheck the following Arrange Your EquipmentYour Chair Your Screen Your DeskYour Input Devices Practise Some Stretching Exercises Reducing the Risk of InjuriesVary Your Workday Three Stages of Repetitive Strain Injury Potential Medical ConditionsRepetitive Strain Injury Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Epilepsy WarningProblem Resolution Problem ChecklistIf You Need Assistance Start-Up ProblemsNEC Recovery Program from backup partition Recovery Information for Windows VistaPartial Recovery Full RecoveryBackup your personal files Return your notebook to its original configurationPage Page Other files If You Wish to Perform a Full RecoveryWhere can I find the call centre phone number? Frequently Asked QuestionsTechnical Support Boot ProblemsComputer Viruses What can I do to keep my notebook virus-free? What is a computer virus?Is my notebook virus-free? What are the different types of viruses?How do I connect to the internet? InternetHow can I narrow down a search on the Internet? How do search engines work?Ieee 1394 Devices Ieee 1394 Devices and Digital VideoAre cookies a threat to privacy? Can a virus attach itself to cookies?What are the benefits of Digital Video? What is the Digital Video DV format?Digital Video Safety Notices Modifications to the Product Safety WarningRadio Frequency Interference Statement Radio Frequency InterferenceConnections and Remote Earth Safety Extra Low Voltage SelvProtected Extra Low Voltage Pelv Remote EarthPower Supply Power Supply and CablesSingapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Maldives PhilippinesBatteries Thunderstorm Warning Laser Compliance StatementRadio-communication Regulation if applicable Additional NoticesProduct Storage Environment Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge ESD and ESD ProtectionRecommended Environment OperationTerm Definition GlossaryIeee Li-IonNeccap Software License Limited Warranty Disclaimer CopyrightCopyright Trademarks Official Name of the Software Used