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Using Peripheral Devices

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NEC Versa Series manual Using Peripheral Devices

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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 Related Documents Text SetupViii Using This Guide Enter Introducing Your NEC Versa Before You Begin Introducing Your NEC Versa About Your NEC Versa Notebook Around the Front of the SystemNEC Versa notebook computer LCD panel and base unit LCD PanelBase Unit Operating Status LEDs Operating status LEDs Hard Disk DriveCaps Lock Num Lock Function Keys Keyboard PanelKeyboard Numeric Keys Control Keys Windows keys Fn-Pause break Battery Charging LED Front FeaturesFeatures on the front of the system IR Port Left-side features Around the Back of the SystemAround the Left Side 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 Getting Started NEC VersaGlide TouchpadVersaGlide Touchpad Right Button Left Primary Button AC Adapter Power Sources for Your NEC Versa NotebookMaking VersaGlide Adjustments VersaGlide Tips Connecting the AC Adapter AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Powering On Your System Primary Battery PackSecondary Battery Pack Secondary Lithium-Ion battery Determining Battery Status Low Battery Status Battery Handling Returning the Battery to its Normal StateExtending Battery Life Replacing the Battery Locating the battery bay release latch Removing the battery Inserting the battery Charging the Battery Battery Precautions Optional Battery Precautions for Recharging the BatteryCmos Battery System Batteries 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 How to Use SetupMain Setup Menu Setup Key Functions Key Function Menu Item Settings default is bold Main MenuMain Menu Items Main Menu Items Internal HDD Submenu Items Advanced Menu PIO4/DMA2 Advanced Menu Security Menu Security Menu Items Boot Menu Settings Exit MenuExit Menu Items Managing System Power Windows 2000 Power Options Properties Windows 2000 Power Schemes Power SchemesParameter Default Setting Alternate Settings Windows 2000 Alarms Windows 2000 Power MeterAlarms Windows 2000 Advanced Windows 2000 HibernateAdvanced Windows 2000 Power Management States Recognizing the Windows 2000 Power Management StatesWindows 2000 Power Management Behavior Updating the Bios Obtaining the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Performing the Bios Update Configuring the Switch Settings Accessing the DIP SwitchMemory module bay cover and screw Identifying the Switch Settings Default switch settings Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the Operating System and Utilities Microsoft Windows IntroductionWindows Taskbar Icons LongRun utility status bar Setting LongRun PropertiesTransmeta LongRun Utility Current Speed Product Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CDProduct Recovery CD Options 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 External Floppy Diskette Drive Using the System Drives and BaysEject Button USB Port Connector External floppy diskette drive and cable Connecting the external floppy diskette drive Connecting the External Floppy Diskette DriveDisconnecting 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 Removing the screw and bay cover Installing a Memory ModuleLocating the memory module bay Memory Module Bay Cover Screw Memory module features Installing a memory moduleConnectors Removing an installed memory module Communicating with Your NEC Versa Type II Extended Cards PC CardsType II Cards Communication Cards Storage Cards Other CardsPC Card Slots Inserting a PC Card Removing a PC CardInserting a PC Card Connecting the Mini PCI LAN Connecting the Mini PCI LANMini PCI LAN Connecting the Internal Modem Connecting the RJ-11 telephone cableInternal Modem Internet Connections IR Port Using the IR Port Enabling/Disabling the IR Port in Windows 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 Peripheral Devices Connecting a monitor Using External DevicesExternal Monitor External Audio Options Audio ports Connecting USB devices USB Connector USB PortUSB Devices Using Multimedia Using Multimedia AudioRecording Microphone MixingPlaying Back Video Using Animation Files Multimedia Applications Solving System Problems Solving System Problems Problem ChecklistTroubleshooting ProblemResolution Start-Up Problems Problem Resolution Post Error Messages Post Error MessagesMessage Resolution Post Error Messages Number Beeps Error Description Beep CodesBeep Codes If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information Getting Service and SupportService Contact Information Web Site FTP SiteHttp//support.neccomp.com Support Services Email/Fax to Support ServicesTech-support@nec-computers.com Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Adjust Your ChairAdjust Your Input Devices Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5 Vary Your WorkdayPre-Existing Conditions Psychosocial Factors 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 System Memory Map Specifications B-7Memory Map Memory Space Size Function Interrupt Controllers Priority Name Device Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions External MouseDisplay Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette Drive What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? Booting Power ManagementFrequently Asked Questions C-5 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 Board BootBits per second Bus Digital audio Cold bootCursor Digital sound Function key Extended RAMFM synthesis Hard disk Interrupt InfraredInterface Kilobyte Modem MicroprocessorMode Multimedia Parallel printer PasswordParallel interface Parameter Read ResetPrompt RS-232C Software Standby modeSerial printer System board Volatile memory Warm bootVersaGlide Warm swap Zoomed Video Index Index-1 Index-2 Index-3 USB Index-4 Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory StatementsFCC Statement for United States Only Regulatory Statements European Community Directive Conformance Statement Battery ReplacementBattery and LCD Panel Disposal Mini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers Declaration of Conformity