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Troubleshooting
Specifications
Install
FAQ
Error codes
Battery Replacement
Dimension
About NEC Wireless LAN
Solving System Problems
Resetting System Parameters
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Contents
Versa L320
Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer
Contents
Iv Contents
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Vi Contents
Traveling Tips
Viii Contents
Solving System Problems
Using This Guide
Using This Guide
Related Documents
Text Conventions
Introducing the NEC Versa
Introducing the NEC Versa
Before You Begin
NEC Versa L320 notebook computer
About Your NEC Versa L320 Notebook
LCD panel and base unit
Around the Front of the System
Opening Your System
Base Unit
Control Panel
Control panel
Power Button
Security and Personal Code Buttons
Control panel LEDs
Shortcut Buttons
Status LEDs
Operating Status LEDs
Power Status LEDs
Keyboard
Keyboard Panel
Introducing the NEC Versa
Introducing the NEC Versa
Front features
Front Features
Around the Back of the System
Back features
Around the Left Side of the System
Left-side features
Around the Right Side of the System
Right side features
Around the Bottom of the System
Bottom features
NEC Cable PortBar
About the NEC Cable PortBar
NEC Cable PortBar power connectors
About NEC Wireless LAN
Getting Started
Getting Started
VersaGlide features
NEC VersaGlide Touchpad
VersaGlide Tips
Power Sources for Your NEC Versa
VersaGlide Adjustments
AC adapter
Connecting the AC Adapter
AC Adapter
Connecting the AC adapter
Powering On Your System
System Batteries
Primary Battery
Secondary Battery
Cmos Battery
Primary battery
Using the Primary Battery
Determining Battery Status
Extending Battery Life
Low Battery Status
Returning the Battery to its Normal State
Replacing the Battery
Battery Handling
Removing the battery
Locating the battery bay release latch
Inserting the battery
Charging the Battery
Precautions for Recharging the Battery
Battery Precautions
Replacing the Secondary Battery
Using a Secondary Battery
Secondary Battery Precautions
System Care
Precautions for System Use
Storage Requirements
Routine Cleaning
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Introducing Bios Setup
Entering Bios Setup
Bios Setup Main Menu
Bios Setup Main Menu
Looking at Screens
Advanced Bios Setup
Bios Setup Key Functions
Checking/Setting System Parameters
Using Keys
Main Menu
Resetting System Parameters
Main Menu
Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu
Security Menu
System Security Setup
Establishing Passwords
Password Protection
FingerPrint Protection
Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Changing Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Moving the Hard Disk Drive
Using Hard Disk Drive Password Protection
Power Menu
Power Menu
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Exit Menu
Boot Menu
Windows 2000 Power Options Properties
Managing System Power
Power Schemes
Windows 2000 Power Schemes
Alarms
Windows 2000 Alarms
Advanced
Windows 2000 Power Meter
Windows 2000 Advanced
Windows 2000 Hibernate
Windows 2000 and Intel SpeedStep Technology
Windows 98 SE Power Management Properties
Windows 98 SE Power Schemes
Windows 98 SE Power Meter
Windows 98 SE Alarms
Advanced Windows
Windows 98 SE Advanced
Windows 98 SE Hibernate
Windows 98 SE and Intel SpeedStep Technology
Windows Power Management States
Windows Power Management Behavior
Recognizing the Windows Power Management States
Locating the Mini PCI/MDC bay cover
Checking Switch Settings
Accessing Switches
Default switch settings
Looking at Switch Settings
Obtaining the Bios Update
Updating the Bios
Performing the Bios Update
Preparing the Bios Update Diskette
Using the Bios Setup Utility
NEC CD-RW CD
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Desktop Icons
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Windows Introduction
Windows
Windows 98 Second Edition
Taskbar Icons
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Taskbar Icons
NEC Customize Utility Screen
Using the NEC Customize Utility
NEC Utilities
NEC Customize Utility
Running the Phdisk Utility
Phdisk Utility for Windows 98 SE
Preparing Your System for the Phdisk Utility
Create Partition Create File Reboot Exit
SoftDVD Player CD
Applet for Intel SpeedStep2 Technology
Launching the A&D CD with Windows 98 SE
Application and Driver CD
Launching the A&D CD with Windows
Application and Driver CD Dialog Box
Personal Code Setting Utility
Installing the A&D CD Software
Establishing Personal Codes
Identifying Personal Code Setting Buttons
Locating Personal Code Setting buttons
Clearing a Personal Code
NEC Info Center
Using the Personal Code to Access the System
Bringing the System Out of a Power-Saving Mode
Installing the NEC Info Center
PartitionMagic Special Edition
Uninstalling the NEC Info Center
Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD
Product Recovery CD
Full Disk Drive Restore
Product Recovery CD Options
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
NEC VersaBay IV Slot
Using the System Drives and Bays
NEC Modular Bay Slot
Phoenix BaySwap Utility
Installing the Phoenix BaySwap Utility
Using the Phoenix BaySwap Utility
Removing a Device from the NEC Modular Bay Slot
Locating NEC Modular Bay features
Locating the NEC VersaBay IV release latch
Installing a Device in the NEC Modular Bay Slot
Removing a Device from the NEC VersaBay IV Slot
Removing a device from the VersaBay IV slot
Installing a Device in the NEC VersaBay IV Slot
Inserting a device into the NEC VersaBay IV slot
Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive
CD Care
CD-ROM drive features
CD Loading
Changing the Auto Play Setting
Variable-Speed DVD-ROM Drive
Variable-Speed CD-RW Drive
Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM Drive
DVD-ROM drive features
Memory Modules
Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive features
Memory bay cover and screw
Removing the memory module
Installing the memory module
Communicating with Your NEC Versa
Communicating with Your NEC Versa
Connecting the Modem
MDC Modem
Type II Extended Cards
Mini PCI LAN
PC Cards
Type II Cards
Interface Cards
Communication Cards
Storage Cards
Inserting a PC Card
Other Cards
PC Card Slots
Inserting a PC Card
Removing a Card
Internet Connection Wizard in Windows 98/2000
Accessing the Internet
Internet Connections
Modifying the Internet and E-mail Shortcut Buttons
IR Port
Sending and Receiving E-mail
Enabling Infrared Communications
Enabling the IR Port
Using the IR Port
Checking Your Wireless Connection
Mini PCI Wireless LAN
Enabling Wireless LAN in Bios Setup
Client Manager Status
Viewing/Changing Configuration Settings
Communicating with Your NEC Versa
Traveling Tips
Traveling Tips
Preparing for Travel
Packing for Travel
Getting Through Customs
Using Power Connections
Connecting Using a LAN
Connecting to the Internet
Connecting Using a Modem
Traveling Tips
Using External Devices
Keyboard/Mouse
Connecting an external keyboard/mouse
Using External Devices
USB Device
Connecting a USB device
Serial Devices
Connecting a serial device
NEC Cable PortBar
Connecting the PortBar
Disconnecting the PortBar
Monitor
Connecting a monitor
Video Supported Device
Connecting an S-Video supported device
Ieee 1394 Devices
Connecting an Ieee 1394 device
Parallel Devices
Connecting a parallel printer
Audio Options
Audio Video Multimedia Applications
Using Multimedia
Recording
Using Multimedia
Audio
Playing Back
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Input
Microphone
Video
Using Headphones
Using the Built-In Speakers
Using External Stereo Speakers
Multimedia Applications
Using Digital Video Files
Using Animation Files
Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance
Solving System Problems
Solving System Problems
Problem Checklist
Troubleshooting
Startup Problems
Post Error Messages
Post Error Messages
If You Need Assistance
Getting Service and Support
Getting Service and Support
Service and Support Contact Information
Web Site
Mail to Support Services
Support Services
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Making Your Computer Work for You
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Arrange Your Equipment
Adjust Your Chair
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3
Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
Adjust Your Input Devices
Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5
Vary Your Workday
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Specifications
System Components
Specifications
Specifications B-3
LCD
Diskette Drive
Specifications B-5
CD-RW Drive
DVD-ROM and CD-RW Combination Drive
Specifications B-7
MDC Modem built-in
Specifications B-9
Dimensions
Interrupts
Interrupt Controllers
System Memory Map
Specifications B-11
Memory Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Display
Frequently Asked Questions
External Mouse
Diskette Drive
Frequently Asked Questions C-3
How do I format a diskette?
Booting
Frequently Asked Questions C-5
Power Management
How do I bring my system out of Standby mode?
Miscellaneous
Frequently Asked Questions C-7
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
Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Statements
FCC Statement for United States Only
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
LCD Panel Disposal
Battery Replacement
Battery Disposal
European Community Directive Conformance Statement
Declaration of Conformity