Using Multimedia, Audio Video Multimedia Applications | NEC L320

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Using Multimedia

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NEC L320 manual Using Multimedia, Audio Video Multimedia Applications

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Versa L320 Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Iv Contents Using the Operating System and Utilities Vi Contents Traveling Tips Solving System Problems Viii Contents Using This Guide Using This Guide Text Conventions Related Documents Introducing the NEC Versa Before You Begin Introducing the NEC Versa About Your NEC Versa L320 Notebook NEC Versa L320 notebook computer Base Unit Around the Front of the SystemOpening Your System LCD panel and base unit Control Panel Power Button Security and Personal Code ButtonsControl panel Shortcut Buttons Status LEDsControl panel LEDs Power Status LEDs Operating Status LEDs Keyboard Panel Keyboard Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Front Features Front features Back features Around the Back of the System Left-side features Around the Left Side of the System Right side features Around the Right Side of the System Bottom features Around the Bottom of the System About the NEC Cable PortBar NEC Cable PortBar About NEC Wireless LAN NEC Cable PortBar power connectors Getting Started VersaGlide features NEC VersaGlide TouchpadGetting Started Power Sources for Your NEC Versa VersaGlide AdjustmentsVersaGlide Tips Connecting the AC Adapter AC AdapterAC adapter Powering On Your System Connecting the AC adapter Cmos Battery Primary BatterySecondary Battery System Batteries Using the Primary Battery Determining Battery StatusPrimary battery Low Battery Status Returning the Battery to its Normal StateExtending Battery Life Battery Handling Replacing the Battery Locating the battery bay release latch Removing the battery Charging the Battery Inserting the battery Battery Precautions Precautions for Recharging the Battery Using a Secondary Battery Secondary Battery PrecautionsReplacing the Secondary Battery Precautions for System Use System Care Routine Cleaning Storage Requirements Using the Bios Setup Utility Introducing Bios Setup Entering Bios SetupUsing the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup Main Menu Bios Setup Main Menu Advanced Bios Setup Looking at Screens Checking/Setting System Parameters Using KeysBios Setup Key Functions Resetting System Parameters Main MenuMain Menu Advanced Menu Advanced Menu System Security Setup Security Menu Password Protection Establishing Passwords Hard Disk Drive Passwords FingerPrint Protection Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Changing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Using Hard Disk Drive Password Protection Moving the Hard Disk Drive Power Menu Power Menu Using the Bios Setup Utility Boot Menu Exit Menu Managing System Power Windows 2000 Power Options Properties Windows 2000 Power Schemes Power Schemes Windows 2000 Alarms Alarms Windows 2000 Hibernate Windows 2000 Power MeterWindows 2000 Advanced Advanced Windows 98 SE Power Management Properties Windows 2000 and Intel SpeedStep Technology Windows 98 SE Power Schemes Windows 98 SE Alarms Windows 98 SE Power Meter Windows 98 SE Advanced Windows 98 SE HibernateAdvanced Windows Windows Power Management States Windows 98 SE and Intel SpeedStep Technology Recognizing the Windows Power Management States Windows Power Management Behavior Checking Switch Settings Accessing SwitchesLocating the Mini PCI/MDC bay cover Looking at Switch Settings Default switch settings Updating the Bios Obtaining the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Performing the Bios Update Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities NEC CD-RW CD Windows Using the Operating System and UtilitiesWindows Introduction Desktop Icons Taskbar Icons Windows 98 Second Edition Using the Operating System and Utilities Taskbar Icons NEC Customize Utility Using the NEC Customize UtilityNEC Utilities NEC Customize Utility Screen Phdisk Utility for Windows 98 SE Preparing Your System for the Phdisk UtilityRunning the Phdisk Utility Create Partition Create File Reboot Exit Applet for Intel SpeedStep2 Technology SoftDVD Player CD Application and Driver CD Launching the A&D CD with WindowsLaunching the A&D CD with Windows 98 SE Personal Code Setting Utility Installing the A&D CD SoftwareApplication and Driver CD Dialog Box Identifying Personal Code Setting Buttons Locating Personal Code Setting buttonsEstablishing Personal Codes Clearing a Personal Code Installing the NEC Info Center Using the Personal Code to Access the SystemBringing the System Out of a Power-Saving Mode NEC Info Center Uninstalling the NEC Info Center PartitionMagic Special Edition Product Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Product Recovery CD Options Full Disk Drive Restore Using the Operating System and Utilities Partition Only Restore One-Touch Start Button Settings Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the System Drives and Bays Using the System Drives and Bays NEC Modular Bay SlotNEC VersaBay IV Slot Installing the Phoenix BaySwap Utility Using the Phoenix BaySwap UtilityPhoenix BaySwap Utility Locating NEC Modular Bay features Removing a Device from the NEC Modular Bay Slot Installing a Device in the NEC Modular Bay Slot Removing a Device from the NEC VersaBay IV SlotLocating the NEC VersaBay IV release latch Installing a Device in the NEC VersaBay IV Slot Removing a device from the VersaBay IV slot Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive Inserting a device into the NEC VersaBay IV slot CD-ROM drive features CD LoadingCD Care Changing the Auto Play Setting Variable-Speed CD-RW Drive Variable-Speed DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM drive features Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM Drive Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive features Memory Modules Memory bay cover and screw Removing the memory module Installing the memory module Communicating with Your NEC Versa Connecting the Modem MDC ModemCommunicating with Your NEC Versa Type II Cards Mini PCI LANPC Cards Type II Extended Cards Communication Cards Storage CardsInterface Cards Other Cards PC Card SlotsInserting a PC Card Removing a Card Inserting a PC Card Accessing the Internet Internet ConnectionsInternet Connection Wizard in Windows 98/2000 IR Port Sending and Receiving E-mailModifying the Internet and E-mail Shortcut Buttons Enabling the IR Port Enabling Infrared Communications Using the IR Port Mini PCI Wireless LAN Enabling Wireless LAN in Bios SetupChecking Your Wireless Connection Viewing/Changing Configuration Settings Client Manager Status Communicating with Your NEC Versa Traveling Tips Preparing for Travel Packing for TravelTraveling Tips Using Power Connections Getting Through Customs Connecting to the Internet Connecting Using a ModemConnecting Using a LAN Traveling Tips Using External Devices Connecting an external keyboard/mouse Using External DevicesKeyboard/Mouse Connecting a USB device USB Device Connecting a serial device Serial Devices Connecting the PortBar Disconnecting the PortBarNEC Cable PortBar Connecting a monitor Monitor Connecting an S-Video supported device Video Supported Device Connecting an Ieee 1394 device Ieee 1394 Devices Connecting a parallel printer Parallel Devices Audio Options Using Multimedia Audio Video Multimedia Applications Using Multimedia AudioRecording CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Input MicrophonePlaying Back Using External Stereo Speakers Using HeadphonesUsing the Built-In Speakers Video Using Digital Video Files Using Animation FilesMultimedia Applications Solving System Problems Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance Problem Checklist TroubleshootingSolving System Problems Startup Problems Post Error Messages Post Error Messages If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information Getting Service and Support Web Site Support Services Mail to Support Services Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Adjust Your Chair Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5 Vary Your WorkdayPre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications Specifications System Components Specifications B-3 LCD Specifications B-5 Diskette Drive CD-RW Drive Specifications B-7 DVD-ROM and CD-RW Combination Drive MDC Modem built-in Dimensions Specifications B-9 Interrupt Controllers Interrupts Specifications B-11 Memory MapSystem Memory Map Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions External MouseDisplay Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette Drive Booting How do I format a diskette? Power Management Frequently Asked Questions C-5 How do I bring my system out of Standby mode? Frequently Asked Questions C-7 Miscellaneous How do I save a file? Glossary Glossary Bps a unit of transmission. Also called baud rate Electronic timer used to synchronize computer operations Hz a unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second Connection that enables two devices to communicate MB 1,048,576 bytes Interface that communicates multiple data bits at a time Picture elements. Tiny dots that make up a screen image An interface that communicates information one bit at a time Pdif To record or store information to a storage device Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory StatementsFCC Statement for United States Only Regulatory Statements European Community Directive Conformance Statement Battery ReplacementBattery Disposal LCD Panel Disposal Declaration of Conformity