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NEC Versa Series manual Frequently Asked Questions, Power Management Miscellaneous

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NEC Versa Series manual Frequently Asked Questions, External Mouse Display PC Cards Diskette Drive Booting

Contents

Page Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Using This GuideContents 1 Introducing Your NEC Versa3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 4 Using the Operating System and Utilities5 Using the System Drives and Bays iv Contents8 Using Peripheral Devices 9 Using Multimedia6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa 7 Traveling Tips10 Solving System Problems 11 Getting Service and SupportA Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment B SpecificationsUsing This Guide Using This Guideviii Using This Guide Text SetupRelated Documents Introducing Your NEC Versa Before You Begin About Your NEC Versa NotebookAround the Front of the System Around the Back of the System Around the Left Side of the SystemBefore You Begin 1-2 Introducing Your NEC VersaAbout Your NEC Versa Notebook Around the Front of the SystemNEC Versa notebook computer Introducing Your NEC VersaLCD Panel Base UnitLCD panel and base unit 1-4 Introducing Your NEC VersaOperating status LEDs Introducing Your NEC VersaKeyboard Keyboard Panel1-6 Introducing Your NEC Versa Fn-F11 - decreases the system speaker volume Introducing Your NEC VersaFeatures on the front of the system Front Features1-8 Introducing Your NEC Versa Left-side features Around the Back of the SystemAround the Left Side of the System Introducing Your NEC VersaAround the Right Side of the System Right-side features1-10 Introducing Your NEC Versa Power Button Introducing Your NEC VersaAround the Bottom of the System Bottom features1-12 Introducing Your NEC Versa NEC VersaGlide Touchpad Power Sources for Your NEC Versa notebook AC Adapter Primary Battery Pack Secondary Battery PackGetting Started System Batteries System CareVersaGlide NEC VersaGlide Touchpad2-2 Getting Started Power Sources for Your NEC Versa Notebook Making VersaGlide AdjustmentsAC Adapter VersaGlide TipsAC adapter Connecting the AC Adapter2-4 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Getting StartedPrimary Battery Pack Secondary Battery PackPowering On Your System Secondary Lithium-Ion batteryLow Battery Status Determining Battery StatusGetting Started Returning the Battery to its Normal State Extending Battery LifeBattery Handling Replacing the BatteryLocating the battery bay release latch Getting StartedInserting the battery Removing the battery2-10 Getting Started Battery Precautions Charging the BatteryGetting Started Precautions for Recharging the Battery CMOS BatteryOptional Battery System BatteriesSystem Care Precautions for System UseGetting Started Storage Requirements Routine Cleaning2-14 Getting Started Introducing BIOS Setup Entering BIOS Setup Managing System Power Using the BIOS Setup UtilityUpdating the BIOS Configuring the Switch Settings Entering BIOS Setup Introducing BIOS Setup3-2 Using the BIOS Setup Utility BIOS Setup Main Menu How to Use SetupMain Setup Menu Using the BIOS Setup UtilitySetup Key Functions 3-4 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityMain Menu Items Main MenuUsing the BIOS Setup Utility 3-6 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Settings default is boldMain Menu Items Menu ItemInternal HDD Submenu Items Using the BIOS Setup UtilitySettings default is bold Menu ItemAdvanced Menu 3-8 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityInternal HDD Submenu Items Advanced Menu Using the BIOS Setup UtilitySettings default is bold Disabled suppresses the logo screen duringSecurity Menu 3-10 Using the BIOS Setup UtilitySecurity Menu Items Boot Menu Boot Menu SettingsExit Menu Exit Menu ItemsManaging System Power Windows 2000 Power Options Properties3-12 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Exit Menu ItemsPower Schemes Windows 2000 Power SchemesUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 2000 Alarms Windows 2000 Power MeterAlarms 3-14 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityWindows 2000 Advanced Windows 2000 HibernateAdvanced Using the BIOS Setup UtilityWindows 2000 Power Management States Recognizing the Windows 2000 Power Management StatesWindows 2000 Power Management Behavior 3-16 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityUpdating the BIOS Obtaining the BIOS UpdatePreparing the BIOS Update Diskette Using the BIOS Setup UtilityPerforming the BIOS Update 3-18 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityConfiguring the Switch Settings Accessing the DIP SwitchMemory module bay cover and screw Using the BIOS Setup UtilityDefault switch settings Identifying the Switch Settings3-20 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 1. Replace the memory module bay cover and screw Using the BIOS Setup Utility2. Turn over the system Product Recovery CD Using the Operating System and UtilitiesMicrosoft Windows Introduction Transmeta LongRun Utility 4-2 Using the Operating System and Utilities Microsoft Windows IntroductionWindows Desktop IconsUsing the Operating System and Utilities Taskbar IconsSetting LongRun Properties 4-4 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesTransmeta LongRun Utility LongRun utility status barProduct Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CDProduct Recovery CD Options Using the Operating System and UtilitiesFull Disk Drive Restore 4-6 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesPartition Only Restore Using the Operating System and Utilities4-8 Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the Operating System and Utilities External Floppy Diskette Drive External Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive Using the System Drives and BaysHard Disk Drive Memory Modules External Floppy Diskette Drive 5-2 Using the System Drives and BaysExternal floppy diskette drive and cable Connecting the External Floppy Diskette Drive Disconnecting the External Floppy Diskette DriveConnecting the external floppy diskette drive Using the System Drives and Bays5-4 Using the System Drives and Bays External CD-ROM drive, left and frontCD-ROM drive cable External CD-ROM drive, right and rearUsing the System Drives and Bays Connecting the CD-ROM drive Using the CD-ROM Drive with your NEC Versa Notebook5-6 Using the System Drives and Bays Inserting a CD Opening the CD-ROM drive coverUsing the System Drives and Bays 5-8 Using the System Drives and Bays Disconnecting the CD-ROM DriveCD Care Memory Modules Hard Disk DriveUsing the System Drives and Bays Installing a Memory Module 5-10 Using the System Drives and BaysLocating the memory module bay Removing the screw and bay coverInstalling a memory module Memory module featuresUsing the System Drives and Bays Removing an installed memory module 5-12 Using the System Drives and BaysCommunicating with Your NEC Versa PC Cards Mini PCI LAN Internal Modem Internet Connections IR PortPC Cards Type II CardsType II Extended Cards Communication CardsStorage Cards Other CardsPC Card Slots Communicating with Your NEC VersaInserting a PC Card Removing a PC CardInserting a PC Card 6-4 Communicating with Your NEC VersaConnecting the Mini PCI LAN Connecting the Mini PCI LANMini PCI LAN Communicating with Your NEC VersaConnecting the Internal Modem Connecting the RJ-11 telephone cableInternal Modem 6-6 Communicating with Your NEC VersaIR Port Internet ConnectionsCommunicating with Your NEC Versa Enabling/Disabling the IR Port in Windows Using the IR Port6-8 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Getting Through Customs Connecting to the Internet Preparing for Travel Packing for Travel Using Power ConnectionsTraveling Tips Packing for Travel Preparing for Travel7-2 Traveling Tips Getting Through Customs Using Power ConnectionsTraveling Tips Connecting to the Internet Connecting Using a ModemConnecting Using a LAN 7-4 Traveling TipsPlug the LAN cable into your system and the LAN connector in the room or hall where you want to access the Internet Traveling TipsUsing Peripheral Devices External Monitor External Audio Options USB Devices8-2 Using External Devices Connecting a monitorExternal Monitor External Audio Options Using External DevicesAudio ports 8-4 Using External Devices Connecting USB devicesUSB Devices Using Multimedia Audio Video Multimedia ApplicationsAudio 9-2 Using MultimediaRecording Using Multimedia MicrophoneMixing Playing BackUsing Headphones Using the Built-In SpeakerUsing External Stereo Speakers Using Digital Video FilesMultimedia Applications Using Animation FilesUsing Multimedia Solving System Problems Problem Checklist Start-Up Problems If You Need AssistanceTroubleshooting Problem Checklist10-2 Solving System Problems Solving System Problems Start-Up ProblemsTroubleshooting Post Error Messages Post Error Messages10-4 Solving System Problems Post Error Messages Solving System ProblemsResolution Message10-6 Solving System Problems Beep CodesBeep Codes Post Error MessagesSolving System Problems If You Need AssistanceBeep Codes Service and Support Contact Information Web Site FTP Site Getting Service and SupportSupport Services Email/Fax to Support Services Service and Support Contact Information 11-2 Getting Service and SupportWeb Site Getting Service and SupportFTP Site Email/Fax to Support Services Support Services11-4 Getting Service and Support Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Adjust Your Chair Adjust Your Input DevicesAdjust Your Screen or Monitor Vary Your Workday Making Your Computer Work for You Arrange Your EquipmentA-2 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for YouAdjust Your Chair Adjust Your Input DevicesSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Arrange Your EquipmentAdjust Your Screen or Monitor A-4 Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentVary Your Workday Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors A-6 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications System Components Memory Map Interrupt ControllersRandom Access Memory B-2 SpecificationsSystem Components System ProcessorSpecifications B-3 Input/Output I/O FacilitiesSpeakers PC Card SlotsB-4 Specifications KeyboardExternal Floppy Diskette Drive Hard Disk DrivePower Specifications B-524X-Maximum/10x Minimum Variable Speed CD-ROM Drive Mini PCI LAN/Xircom Modem ComboBattery Pack DimensionsWeight B-6 SpecificationsSpecifications B-7 Memory MapSystem Memory Map Memory SpaceB-8 Specifications Interrupt ControllersExternal Mouse Display PC Cards Diskette Drive Booting Frequently Asked QuestionsPower Management Miscellaneous What is the maximum resolution I can run in simultaneous mode? C-2 Frequently Asked QuestionsExternal Mouse DisplayWhy do certain PC Cards cause my battery life to drop noticeably? Why cant I boot from the external USB diskette drive?Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette DriveC-4 Frequently Asked Questions What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive?How do I format a diskette? What type of diskette do I use in my diskette drive?Booting Power ManagementWhat is the difference between a warm boot and a cold boot? Does my system come with power management features enabled?What is the purpose of Suspend to RAM Standby? What is the function of Suspend-to-File Hibernation?C-6 Frequently Asked Questions How do I bring my system out of Standby mode?What is a time-out? Frequently Asked Questions C-7Miscellaneous How do I set the time and date?How do I find help in a Windows application? C-8 Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I save a file? Im having a problem using the IR port. What can I do? Frequently Asked Questions C-9Glossary Glossary2 Glossary Glossary 4 Glossary Glossary 6 Glossary Glossary 8 Glossary Glossary 10 Glossary Glossary Zoomed VideoIndex Index-1Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Regulatory Statements FCC Statement for United States OnlyCanadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory StatementsBattery Replacement Battery and LCD Panel DisposalEuropean Community Directive Conformance Statement Mini-PCI FCC Registration NumbersDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY NEC Computers IncNEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite We, the Responsible Party