NEC M380 manual Frequently Asked Questions, Where can I find the call centre phone number?

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Frequently Asked Questions

•Technical Support

oWhere can I find the call centre phone number?

•Boot Problems

oThe message "Operating System Not Found", or "Non-System disk or disk error" appears during boot-up.

oWhy can't I boot from the floppy disk drive?

oWhat is the difference between a warm boot and a cold boot?

oWhy does my notebook automatically boot up when I receive a phone call?

•Computer Viruses

oWhen did a virus appear for the first time?

oWhat is a computer virus?

oIs my notebook virus-free?

oWhat are the different types of viruses?

oWhat can I do to keep my notebook virus-free?

•Internet

oHow do I connect to the Internet?

oHow do search engines work?

oHow can I narrow down a search on the Internet?

oWhat are the cookies?

oAre cookies a threat to privacy?

oCan a virus attach itself to cookies?

•Digital Video and IEEE 1394 Devices

oIEEE 1394 Devices

oWhat are the benefits of the IEEE 1394 port? o Digital Video

o What is the Digital Video (DV) format? o What are the benefits of Digital Video?

These Frequently Asked Questions are common to a wide range of notebooks; please note that some may not be relevant to your notebook.

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Contents NEC Versa M380 Series Table of Contents Text Setup About Your Electronic User’s GuideElectronic User’s Guide For specific models onlyBasic Care and Handling Tips Precautions for Notebook Use Be sure to follow these power cord safety tipsRoutine Cleaning Storage RequirementsIntroducing Your NEC Versa Getting to Know Your NotebookFront View of the Notebook Indicator Wireless PowerDescription LEDs Email ButtonBack View of the Notebook Left Side View of the NotebookRight Side View of the Notebook Battery Security Lock Battery Bay Battery Release Latch Bottom View of the NotebookKeyboard LED Behaviour Indicates that Wireless LAN is enabled Wireless technology boardOnly This indicates that ECO mode is enabled Green IndicatorFunction Keys Power ButtonOptional Accessories Using the Touchpad Touchpad Tips Power Sources AC AdaptorPowering The Notebook On and Off Connecting the AC AdaptorUsing the Battery Connect the AC adaptor as followsCharging the Battery Low Battery PowerConserving Battery Power Power Management FeaturesReplacing the Battery Battery PrecautionsRemoving the Battery in your Notebook Installing the Battery in your NotebookHandling the Battery Disposing of the BatteryIntroducing Bios Setup for Windows Vista Entering Bios SetupBios Setup Menus Use Bios Setup toIntroducing Bios Setup for Windows XP Press F2 to Enter Bios Setup F8 to Display Boot OrderUpdating the Bios Windows Vista Operating System Setup For Windows Vista Operating system setupWindows Vista Operating System Introduction Windows Vista Operating SystemsWindows Language Selection Dual Boot 2 languagesFor Hong Kong dual boot models only Taskbar Icons Windows Vista Operating SystemDesktop Icons Start Menu Technical Support InformationPower Plan Managing System Power Windows Vista Operating SystemWindows Vista Operating System Power Options Properties Alarms AdvancedTips for Using Windows Vista Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Windows VistaOnly applicable to Windows XP Windows XP Operating System IntroductionWindows XP Operating Systems Windows XP Operating System Setup For Windows XP Operating system setupIntroduction → Windows XP Operating System Setup Among the new features are IntroductionWindows XP Operating System Professional versus Home EditionStart Menu Desktop IconsTaskbar Icons Windows XP Operating System Power Options Properties Managing System Power Windows XP Operating SystemPower schemes Technical Support InformationNone Checked Power MeterHibernate Go to Start, Turn off computer, Standby Close the LCD panel Windows XP Operating System Power Management StatesRecognising the Power Management States Restarting in Safe Mode Tips for Using Windows XPBooting in Safe Mode Changing the AutoPlay Setting Changing the Display ResolutionDebugging Mode Internet Connection WizardEstablishing Passwords Click on Start, Control Panel, and Appearance and ThemesCustomising the Taskbar Customising the DesktopSystem Configuration Label Applications Adobe ReaderBluetooth Wireless Technology Blu-ray Page CyberLink MakeDisc Easy DVD Burning for the Digital HomeImport All Kinds of File Formats Including Record TV Create Stylish DVD MenusEasy Media Creator MusicData Back UpMore Features Advanced OptionsIntel Turbo Memory McAfee Personal Firewall Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacksKey Features McAfee SecurityCenterMcAfee VirusScan Proven security that protects against viruses and spywareNorton Internet SecurityTM SRS Premium Sound Using your NEC Versa Removable Disk Drives General Information about Optical DiscsOptical Drive Disc LoadingDisc Care Optical Disc Drive CareBays Hard Disk DriveProtecting Your Notebook From Damage Protecting Your Notebook From Power OutagesTaking Care of Your Notebook Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition Security Operating Environment Preventive Maintenance First Time UseDaily WeeklyShipping Your Notebook Use these steps to prepare your notebook for shippingWireless LAN/Bluetooth Wireless Technology Connecting using a ModemModem Local Area Network LANPower Connections Preparing for TravelWhat To Take Getting Through CustomsConnecting / Using Your Modem Connecting / Using a LANUsing Peripheral Devices USB Devices Audio VideoSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment Vary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching ExercisesCheck 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 Epilepsy Warning Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial FactorsProblem Checklist Problem ResolutionStart-Up Problems If You Need AssistanceRecovery Information for Windows Vista only NEC Recovery Program from backup partitionFull Recovery Partial RecoveryBackup your personal files Return your notebook to its original configurationPage Page If You Wish to Perform a Full Recovery Other filesRecovery Information for Windows XP only Starting the Recovery Program If you wish to perform a Complete Recovery Select Partial Recovery and click on NextFrequently Asked Questions Where can I find the call centre phone number?Technical Support Boot ProblemsComputer Viruses What is a computer virus? What can I do to keep my notebook virus-free?Is my notebook virus-free? What are the different types of viruses?Internet How do I connect to the internet?How do search engines work? How can I narrow down a search on the Internet?Digital Video and Ieee 1394 Devices Ieee 1394 DevicesAre 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 Safety Warning Modifications to the ProductRadio Frequency Interference Statement Radio Frequency InterferenceSafety Extra Low Voltage Selv Connections and Remote EarthProtected Extra Low Voltage Pelv Remote EarthPower Supply and Cables Power SupplySingapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Maldives PhilippinesBatteries Laser Compliance Statement Thunderstorm WarningRadio-communication Regulation if applicable Additional NoticesElectrostatic Discharge ESD and ESD Protection Product Storage Environment GuidelinesRecommended Environment OperationLAN Wireless LAN GlossaryTerm Definition Ieee107 108 Disclaimer CopyrightCopyright Trademarks Official Name of the Software Used