NEC M380 Official Name of the Software Used

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Official Name of the Software Used

(Notation)

Windows,

Windows Vista

Windows XP,

Windows XP

Home Edition

Windows XP,

Windows XP

Professional

Internet Explorer

Windows Media

Center

(Official Name)

Windows Vista® Home Basic

Windows Vista® Home Premium

Windows Vista® Business

Windows Vista® Ultimate

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition

operating system Service Pack 2

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating

system Service Pack 2

Windows® Internet Explorer®

Windows® Media Center

Contents

Main NEC VERSA M380 Series Electronic Users Guide Table of Contents About Your Electronic Users Guide Text Setup Electronic Users Guide Basic Care and Handling Tips Notebook Care Precautions for Notebook Use Storage Requirements Routine Cleaning Introducing Your NEC VERSA Getting to Know Your Notebook NEC VERSA The Front View of the Notebook Page The Back View of the Notebook The Left Side View of the Notebook Page The Bottom View of the Notebook Keyboard LED Behaviour Page Function Keys Power Button 32 Optional Accessories Using the Touchpad Page Power Sources 20 AC Adaptor Powering The Notebook On and Off Using the Battery 22 Charging the Battery Low Battery Power 22 Conserving Battery Power Replacing the Battery Page Handling the Battery Disposing of the Battery Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista Entering BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menus Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows XP Entering BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menus Updating the BIOS Windows Vista Operating System Introduction (Only applicable to Windows Vista) Windows Vista Operating Systems Windows Vista Operating System Setup Dual Boot (2 languages) Windows Vista Operating System Desktop Icons Taskbar Icons 34 Page Managing System Power Windows Vista Operating System Power Options Properties Power Plan Alarms Advanced Tips for Using Windows Vista Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Windows Vista Windows XP Operating System Introduction Windows XP Operating System Setup Dual Boot (2 languages) Introduction Windows XP Operating System Professional versus Home Edition Desktop Icons Taskbar Icons Start Menu Managing System Power Windows XP Operating System Power Options Properties Power schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate Windows XP Operating System Power Management States Recognising the Power Management States Tips for Using Windows XP Booting in Safe Mode Restarting in Safe Mode Changing the AutoPlay Setting The Internet Connection Wizard Changing the Display Resolution Establishing Passwords Customising the Taskbar Customising the Desktop Page Applications Adobe Reader Plug-Ins What is a plug-in ? Adobe Reader Plug-In Page Blu-ray Page CyberLink MakeDisc 3 Easy Media Creator 9 Page Intel Turbo Memory McAfee Personal Firewall Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacks Product Benefits McAfee SecurityCenter Key Features McAfee VirusScan Proven security that protects against viruses and spyware Product Benefits Norton Internet SecurityTM 2007 Key Features SRS Premium Sound Using your NEC VERSA Removable Disk Drives Optical Drive General Information about Optical Discs Disc Loading Disc Care Optical Disc Drive Care Bays Hard Disk Drive Taking Care of Your Notebook Notebook Care Protecting Your Notebook From Power Outages Protecting Your Notebook From Damage Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition Page Operating Environment Preventive Maintenance First Time Use Daily Weekly Shipping Your Notebook Modem Connecting using a Modem Local Area Network (LAN) Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Wireless Technology Preparing for Travel What To Take Power Connections Getting Through Customs Connecting / Using Your Modem Connecting / Using a LAN Using Peripheral Devices USB Devices Audio Audio Controls on your Notebook Video Using Digital Video Files Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Arrange Your Equipment Reducing the Risk of Injuries Potential Medical Conditions o Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors o Epilepsy Warning Arrange Your Equipment Your Chair Your Desk Your Input Devices Your Screen Reducing the Risk of Injuries Vary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching Exercises Potential Medical Conditions Repetitive Strain Injury Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Epilepsy Warning Problem Checklist Start-Up Problems If You Need Assistance Recovery Information for Windows Vista only The NEC Recovery Program Allows Two Types of Recovery IMPORTANT Starting the NEC Recovery Program Page Page If You Wish to Perform a Full Recovery: If You Wish to Perform a Partial Recovery: Recovery Information for Windows XP only The NEC Recovery Program Allows Two Types of Recovery IMPORTANT Starting the Recovery Program If you wish to perform a Complete Recovery: If you wish to perform a Partial Recovery: Frequently Asked Questions Technical Support Boot Problems Computer Viruses Internet Digital Video and IEEE 1394 Devices Boot Problems 25 26 25 26 What can I do to keep my notebook virus-free? Internet Page Digital Video and IEEE 1394 Devices IEEE 1394 Devices Digital Video Page Modem Modifications to the Product Radio Frequency Interference Safety Warning Radio Frequency Interference Statement Connections and Remote Earth Power Supply and Cables Power Cables Cables Batteries Replacing batteries Battery Disposal Page Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and ESD Protection Product Storage Environment Guidelines Recommended Environment Glossary NECCAP SOFTWARE LICENSE Page Copyright Trademarks Official Name of the Software Used