Using the Operating System and Utilities | NEC Versa Series instruction

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Using the Operating System and Utilities

!Microsoft Windows Introduction

!Transmeta LongRun Utility

!Product Recovery CD

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NEC Versa Series manual Using the Operating System and Utilities

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Page Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Iv Contents Using Peripheral Devices Solving System Problems Vi Contents Using This Guide Using This Guide Text Setup Viii Using This GuideRelated Documents Enter Introducing Your NEC Versa Before You Begin Introducing Your NEC Versa NEC Versa notebook computer About Your NEC Versa NotebookAround the Front of the System LCD Panel Base UnitLCD panel and base unit Operating Status LEDs Caps Lock Num Lock Operating status LEDsHard Disk Drive Keyboard Panel KeyboardFunction Keys Numeric Keys Control Keys Windows keys Fn-Pause break Front Features Features on the front of the systemBattery Charging LED IR Port Around the Left Side of the System Left-side featuresAround the Back of the System Right-side features Around the Right Side of the System Power Button Bottom features Around the Bottom of the System Getting Started NEC VersaGlide Touchpad VersaGlideGetting Started Touchpad Right Button Left Primary Button Power Sources for Your NEC Versa Notebook Making VersaGlide AdjustmentsAC Adapter VersaGlide Tips Connecting the AC Adapter AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Primary Battery Pack Secondary Battery PackPowering On Your System Secondary Lithium-Ion battery Determining Battery Status Low Battery Status Returning the Battery to its Normal State Extending Battery LifeBattery Handling Replacing the Battery Locating the battery bay release latch Removing the battery Inserting the battery Charging the Battery Battery Precautions Precautions for Recharging the Battery Cmos BatteryOptional Battery System Batteries Precautions for System Use System Care Routine Cleaning Storage Requirements Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Bios Setup Utility Introducing Bios SetupEntering Bios Setup Main Setup Menu Bios Setup Main MenuHow to Use Setup Setup Key Functions Key Function Main Menu Items Menu Item Settings default is boldMain Menu Main Menu Items Internal HDD Submenu Items Advanced Menu PIO4/DMA2 Advanced Menu Security Menu Security Menu Items Exit Menu Items Boot Menu SettingsExit Menu Managing System Power Windows 2000 Power Options Properties Parameter Default Setting Alternate Settings Windows 2000 Power SchemesPower Schemes Alarms Windows 2000 AlarmsWindows 2000 Power Meter Advanced Windows 2000 AdvancedWindows 2000 Hibernate Windows 2000 Power Management Behavior Windows 2000 Power Management StatesRecognizing the Windows 2000 Power Management States Updating the Bios Obtaining the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Performing the Bios Update Memory module bay cover and screw Configuring the Switch SettingsAccessing the DIP Switch Identifying the Switch Settings Default switch settings Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities Windows Using the Operating System and UtilitiesMicrosoft Windows Introduction Taskbar Icons Setting LongRun Properties Transmeta LongRun UtilityLongRun utility status bar Current Speed Product Recovery CD Options Product Recovery CDGuidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Full Disk Drive Restore Partition Only Restore Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the System Drives and Bays Using the System Drives and Bays Eject Button USB Port ConnectorExternal Floppy Diskette Drive External floppy diskette drive and cable Connecting the External Floppy Diskette Drive Disconnecting the External Floppy Diskette DriveConnecting the external floppy diskette drive External Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive External CD-ROM drive, left and front External CD-ROM drive, right and rear CD-ROM drive cable Using the CD-ROM Drive with your NEC Versa Notebook Connecting the CD-ROM drive Opening the CD-ROM drive cover Inserting a CD Disconnecting the CD-ROM Drive CD Care Hard Disk Drive Memory Modules Installing a Memory Module Locating the memory module bayRemoving the screw and bay cover Memory Module Bay Cover Screw Connectors Memory module featuresInstalling a memory module Removing an installed memory module Communicating with Your NEC Versa PC Cards Type II CardsType II Extended Cards Communication Cards PC Card Slots Storage CardsOther Cards Inserting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardRemoving a PC Card Mini PCI LAN Connecting the Mini PCI LANConnecting the Mini PCI LAN Internal Modem Connecting the Internal ModemConnecting the RJ-11 telephone cable Internet Connections IR Port Using the IR Port Enabling/Disabling the IR Port in Windows Traveling Tips Traveling Tips Preparing for TravelPacking for Travel Using Power Connections Getting Through Customs Connecting Using a LAN Connecting to the InternetConnecting Using a Modem Traveling Tips Using Peripheral Devices External Monitor Connecting a monitorUsing External Devices External Audio Options Audio ports USB Devices Connecting USB devicesUSB Connector USB Port Using Multimedia Recording Using MultimediaAudio Playing Back MicrophoneMixing Video Using Animation Files Multimedia Applications Solving System Problems Problem Checklist TroubleshootingSolving System Problems ProblemResolution Start-Up Problems Problem Resolution Message Resolution Post Error MessagesPost Error Messages Post Error Messages Beep Codes Number Beeps Error DescriptionBeep Codes If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Service Contact Information Service and Support Contact InformationGetting Service and Support Http//support.neccomp.com Web SiteFTP Site Tech-support@nec-computers.com Support ServicesEmail/Fax to Support Services Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Adjust Your Chair Adjust Your Input DevicesSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Pre-Existing Conditions Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5Vary Your Workday Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications Specifications System Components Specifications B-3 Input/Output I/O Facilities Keyboard Specifications B-5 24X-Maximum/10x Minimum Variable Speed CD-ROM Drive Dimensions Specifications B-7 Memory MapSystem Memory Map Memory Space Size Function Interrupt Controllers Priority Name Device Frequently Asked Questions Display Frequently Asked QuestionsExternal Mouse Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette Drive What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? Frequently Asked Questions C-5 BootingPower Management How do I bring my system out of Standby mode? Frequently Asked Questions C-7 Miscellaneous How do I find help in a Windows application? Im having a problem using the IR port. What can I do? Frequently Asked Questions C-9 Glossary Glossary Boot Bits per secondBoard Bus Cold boot CursorDigital audio Digital sound Extended RAM FM synthesisFunction key Hard disk Infrared InterfaceInterrupt Kilobyte Microprocessor ModeModem Multimedia Password Parallel interfaceParallel printer Parameter Reset PromptRead RS-232C Standby mode Serial printerSoftware System board Warm boot VersaGlideVolatile memory Warm swap Zoomed Video Index Index-1 Index-2 Index-3 USB Index-4 Regulatory Statements FCC Statement for United States OnlyCanadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory Statements Battery Replacement Battery and LCD Panel DisposalEuropean Community Directive Conformance Statement Mini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers Declaration of Conformity