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NEC VT 300 Series Solving System Problems, Solutions to Common Problems, How to Clean the Mouse

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NEC VT 300 Series manual Solving System Problems, Solutions to Common Problems, How to Clean the Mouse

Contents

Page Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer 1 Reviewing System Features ContentsUsing This Guide Contentsiv Contents 2 Setting Up the System3 Configuring the System 4 Installing Options Contentsvi Contents 5 Solving System Problems6 Getting Services and Support Contents A Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentB System Specifications Index viii ContentsUsing This Guide Tdescribes how to access the services Text Conventions Related Documents NEC PowerMate VT 300i Series Quick Setup/QuickNEC PowerMate VT 300 Series Release Notes ReferenceNEC Help Center TSpeakers System Features Reviewing System FeaturesFront Features Rear Features Inside Features Front Features 1-2Reviewing System FeaturesSystem Controls and Lamps Diskette Drive A Universal Serial Bus PortDVD-ROMDrive Tape Backup UnitCD-ROMDrive LS-120SuperDisk Drive Zip DrivePC Card Adapter 1-6Reviewing System FeaturesReviewing System Features Rear FeaturesRear features A – Power SocketExternal Connectors TAudio connectors Inside Features Power Supply FeaturesSystem Board Modem Board ChassisNetwork Board Storage Device SupportHardware System FeaturesSpeakers Software Preloaded Operating SystemMicrosoft Internet Explorer NEC OS Restore CDNEC Application and Driver CD Security Windows network security features Cable Connections Startup Shutdown Setting Up the SystemPower-SavingOperation TSystem Care More InformationCable Connections Startup Setting Up the SystemShutdown Power-SavingOperation System Care Protecting Your System From DamageTcomponents to temperature variations and stress Keeping Your System in Good Condition Moving or Shipping Your System More Information BIOS Setup Utility Flash Utility Configuring the SystemConfiguration Tools and Utilities NEC OS Restore CD NEC Application and Driver CDConfiguration Tools and Utilities Configuration Configuration Tools and UtilitiesConfiguring the System Method, Tool, or UtilityConfiguration Configuration Tools and Utilities3-4Configuring the System Method, Tool, or UtilityBIOS Setup Utility How to Start BIOS Setup Configuring the System How to Use BIOS SetupMain Menu Navigation KeysMain Menu Items 3-8Configuring the SystemSettings default is bold Menu ItemMain Menu Items Configuring the SystemSettings default is bold Menu ItemMain Menu Items 3-10Configuring the SystemSettings default is bold Menu ItemAdvanced Menu Settings default is bold Advanced Menu - Advanced CMOS Setup3-12Configuring the System Menu ItemConfiguring the System Advanced Menu - Advanced CMOS SetupAdvanced Menu - Advanced Chipset Setup Settings default is boldSettings default is bold Advanced Menu - Power Management Setup3-14Configuring the System Menu ItemSettings default is bold Advanced Menu - Power Management SetupConfiguring the System Restore on AC/Power Loss3-16Configuring the System Advanced Menu - PCI/Plug and Play SetupAdvanced Menu - Peripheral Setup Settings default is boldSettings default is bold Advanced Menu - Peripheral SetupConfiguring the System Menu Item3-18Configuring the System Security MenuAdvanced Menu - Change Language Setting Security Menu ItemsExit Menu Items Exit MenuConfiguring the System FLASH Utility Choosing a Restore Program NEC OS Restore CDIntroducing OS Restore Options Launching the NEC OS Restore CD “Auto Rebuild and Restore” Auto Rebuild and Restore 5.Click Continue. The following take place Custom Rebuild and Restore Click Back to return to the Operating Mode screen 8.Click Continue. The following takes place Fixing the Operating System 4.Remove the CD from the CD tray NEC Application and Driver CD Launching the Application and Driver CDInstalling Software Installing the NEC Help Center NEC Help CenterResolutions for NEC VistaScan USB Monitors Uninstalling the NEC Help CenterSystem Board Jumper Settings You forgot your password and need to clear it Processor Jumper Settings Clear CMOS/Password 3-38Configuring the System5.Move the jumper back to pins 1 and Power On Mode 5.Replace the left side cover see “Replacing the Left Side Cover” in Chapter 4. Connect system power cables and external options System Unit Covers System Board Options Installing OptionsGeneral Rules Safety Precautions TExpansion Boards Data Storage DevicesGeneral Rules Safety Precautions Installing OptionsSystem Unit Covers Removing the Left Side Cover 4-6Installing Options Removing the left side coverReplacing the Left Side Cover A – Tab Slots 4-8Installing OptionsReplacing the left side cover B – Left Side CoverRemoving the Right Side Cover 7.Remove the cover from the chassis Replacing the Right Side Cover System Board Options Memory Upgrade System board sockets and connectorsthe speed of the DIMMs must match or exceed the Total Checking System MemorySample DIMM Upgrade Paths MemoryRemoving a DIMM 4-16Installing OptionsInstalling a DIMM Use the following steps to install a memory moduleA – Plastic Clips 4-18Installing OptionsInserting a DIMM B – NotchesProcessor Upgrade Removing a Celeron or Pentium III Processor 4-20Installing OptionsC – Processor Cartridge A – Locking LeverB – Universal Retention Mechanism 4-22Installing Options B – Retention Mechanism Installing the Celeron or Pentium III processorA – Processor Cartridge D – KeyRemoving the Pentium II Processor 4-24Installing Options4.If necessary, remove the AGP graphics board and any other expansion boards blocking access to the processor see “Removing the AGP Graphics Board” or see “Removing an Expansion Board” later in this chapter Installing the Pentium II Upgrade Processor 4-26Installing OptionsTthe flat side of the bottom bar Installing the Pentium II processor 4-28Installing OptionsExpansion Boards 4-30Installing Options Locating Expansion Slots and ConnectorsLocating expansion board slots and connectors E – AGP Board ConnectorInstalling an Expansion Board Installing an expansion board 4-32Installing OptionsRemoving the AGP Graphics Board AGP BoardRemoving an Expansion Board Installing the AGP Graphics Board Data Storage Devices Locating Device Baystape drive, CD-ROMdrive, or DVD-ROMdrive Connecting Device Cables Preparing the DeviceSystem board cable connectors 4-38Installing OptionsConfiguration IDE Connector ConfigurationInstalling Options Primary connector4-40Installing Options Diskette Drive Signal CableIDE Connector Configuration Cabling Storage Devices IDE Signal CablesSystem Power Cables IDE Drive Cabling Use the following procedure to cable an IDE driveCable a diskette drive as follows Diskette Drive CablingPC Card Adapter Cabling Network Board Wake-OnLAN Cabling Cable the network board for Wake-OnLAN as followsInstalling Storage Devices Removing the Front Panel4-46Installing Options Removing the front panelTshield Replace the front panel as follows Installing a 3 1/2-InchHard DriveReplacing the Front Panel 4.If you are replacing a hard drive Installing a hard drive 4-50Installing OptionsInstalling a 5 1/4-InchDevice 4-52Installing Options Inserting a deviceHow to Clean the Mouse Solving System ProblemsSolutions to Common Problems TBattery Replacement How to Get HelpSolutions to Common Problems System ProblemsTdealer or the NEC CSD Technical Support Center Diskette Drive Problems Monitor Problems Keyboard/Mouse Problems CD-ROMDrive Problems Speaker Problems How to Clean the Mouse 5.Clean the mouse as follows Battery Replacement Locating the battery socket on the system board 5-12Solving System Problems8.Connect external peripherals and power cables Help From Your NEC CSD Dealer How to Get HelpHelp From Your Company Help From NEC CSD Technical Support Center NEC CSD Warranty/Non-WarrantyRepair Service 5-16Solving System ProblemsNEC CSD Website NEC CSD FTP Site Getting Services and SupportEmail/Fax Technical Support Service NEC CSD Website 6-2Getting Services and SupportEmail/Fax Technical Support Service NEC CSD FTP SiteNEC CSD Bulletin Board System Log onto the BBS as follows 1.Press Enter to continue NEC CSD Technical Support Services Adjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Monitor Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentArrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Chair Making Your Computer Work for YouMaking Your Computer Work for You A-2Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Arrange Your Equipment A-4Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentAdjust Your Chair A-6Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Adjust Your Input Devices Tfingers sideways Adjust Your Monitor Use a document holder placed close to the screen Vary Your Workday Pre-existingConditions and Psychosocial Factors A-12Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentChecking Your Keyboard Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up?Checking Your Chair Checking Your MouseChecking You System Processor Memory RAM, Cache, ROM System SpecificationsPeripherals Dimensions Power Calendar Clock Input/Output I/O FacilitiesIntel Celeron Processors System ProcessorProcessor Support Intel Pentium II ProcessorsRead Only Memory ROM Random Access Memory RAMCache Memory Secondary CacheInput/Output I/O Features Calendar ClockVideo Memory Peripherals Sound SystemFax/Modem Board Network BoardAGP Graphics Board Diskette DriveDVD-ROMDrive Hard DriveCD-ROMDrive Zip Drive Tape Backup UnitPC Card Adapter Supports mixed voltage 3V cardsOperating Environment DimensionsPower SpeakersCompliance Index Index-1Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Index-5 Index-6 Index-7 Index-8 Radio Frequency Interference Statement For United States Use OnlyFederal Communications Commission Battery Replacement Battery DisposalWe, the Responsible Party POWERMATE VTDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY declare that the product