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NEC VX manual Monitor, Connecting a monitor, Using External Devices

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Monitor

You can add a standard external monitor to your NEC Versa VX. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15- pin connector for the system.

Follow these steps to connect an external monitor to your NEC Versa VX.

1.Check that the NEC Versa VX is powered off and the monitor Power switch is turned off.

Note The NEC Versa VX must be powered off or suspended while the monitor is being connected.

2.Attach the 15-pin cable connector to the monitor port on the system. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided.

Connecting a monitor

3.Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet.

4.Follow any setup instructions in the monitor user’s guide.

5.Turn on power to the system and device.

6.Press Fn-F3to toggle through the video modes.

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Contents

NEC Versa VX Notebook Computer V E R S A VU S E R ’ S G U I D EProprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer 1 Introducing the NEC Versa ContentsUsing This Guide Contentsiv Contents 3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility4 Using the Operating System and Utilities Contents 5 Using the System Drives and Bays6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Traveling Tips Using External DevicesUsing Multimedia vi ContentsSpecifications Solving System Problems11 Getting Service and Support A Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentUsing This Guide Using This GuideRelated Documents x Using This GuideText Conventions Around the Left Side of the System Introducing the NEC VersaBefore You Begin About Your NEC Versa VX Notebook Around the Front of the System Around the Back of the System1-2 Introducing the NEC Versa Before You BeginIntroducing the NEC Versa About Your NEC Versa VX NotebookNEC Versa VX notebook computer 1-4 Introducing the NEC Versa Power and Battery Charging LEDsAround the Front of the System LCD PanelIntroducing the NEC Versa Control PanelControl Panel 1-6 Introducing the NEC Versa Power ButtonIntroducing the NEC Versa Status IconsStatus LED icons 1-8 Introducing the NEC Versa Keyboard Panel and Base UnitKeyboard panel Base unitIntroducing the NEC Versa Keyboard1-10 Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Windows keys - Use the following two keys to facilitate your work1-12 Introducing the NEC Versa Back system featuresAround the Back of the System Introducing the NEC Versa Left side featuresAround the Left Side of the System 1-14 Introducing the NEC Versa Right side featuresAround the Right Side of the System Introducing the NEC Versa Around the Bottom of the SystemBottom of the system 1-16 Introducing the NEC Versa About the Port ReplicatorPort Replicator Getting Started NEC VersaGlide Power Sources System Care2-2 Getting Started VersaGlide featuresNEC VersaGlide Getting Started Power SourcesMaking VersaGlide Adjustments VersaGlide Tips2-4 Getting Started Using the AC AdapterAC adapter Getting Started Powering the System On and OffUsing the Battery Connecting the AC adapter2-6 Getting Started Replacing the BatteryGetting Started Removing the battery2-8 Getting Started Low Battery PowerReturning the Battery to its Normal State Installing the batteryGetting Started Handling the BatteryExtending Battery Life 2-10 Getting Started Charging the BatteryBattery Precautions Internal Batteries Precautions for Recharging the BatteryDisposing of the Battery CMOS Battery2-12 Getting Started PrecautionsSystem Care Getting Started Do not use the system in humid or dusty environments2-14 Getting Started Storage RequirementsGetting Started Routine CleaningUpdating the BIOS Identifying the Switch Settings Using the BIOS Setup UtilityIntroducing BIOS Setup Entering BIOS Setup Checking/Setting System Parameters Managing System Power3-2 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Introducing BIOS SetupEntering BIOS Setup Using the BIOS Setup Utility BIOS Setup Main MenuBIOS Setup Main Menu Looking at Screens Advanced CMOS Setup3-4 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Using the BIOS Setup Utility Checking/Setting System ParametersUsing Keys BIOS Setup Key Functions3-6 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Resetting System ParametersStandard CMOS Setup Standard CMOS SetupUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Advanced CMOS SetupAdvanced CMOS Setup 3-8 Using the BIOS Setup Utility System Security SetupSystem Security Setup Using the BIOS Setup Utility Password ProtectionEstablishing Passwords Hard Disk Drive Passwords3-10 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Establishing Hard Disk Drive PasswordsChanging Hard Disk Drive Passwords Using Hard Disk Drive Password ProtectionUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Power Management SetupPower Management Setup Moving the Hard Disk Drive1 Available when power savings is set to Custom 3-12 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityPower Management Setup Using the BIOS Setup Utility Custom Timeout Options3-14 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Boot Device SetupBoot Device Setup Using the BIOS Setup Utility Peripheral SetupPeripheral Setup 3-16 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Managing System PowerOther BIOS Setup Options Windows 98 Power Management PropertiesUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 98 Power SchemesPower Schemes 3-18 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 98 AlarmsWindows 98 Power Meter AlarmsUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 98 AdvancedWindows 98 Hibernate Advanced3-20 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 98 Power Management StatesRecognizing the Windows 98 Power Management States Windows 98 Power Management BehaviorUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 95 Power Management StatesRecognizing the Windows 95 Power Management States Windows 95 Power Management Behavior3-22 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Updating the BIOSObtaining the BIOS Update Using the BIOS Setup Utility Preparing the BIOS Update DiskettePerforming the BIOS Update 3-24 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Identifying the Switch SettingsDefault switch settings Windows Introduction NEC Customize Utility HDPREPEZ Utility Using the Operating System and UtilitiesApplication and Driver CD Personal Code Setting Utility DVD Player NEC Info Center Partition Magic Product Recovery CDDesktop Icons 4-2 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesWindows Introduction Windows 98 Second EditionTaskbar Icons Using the Operating System and UtilitiesWindows 4-4 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesUsing the Operating System and Utilities NEC Customize UtilityWindows NT HDPREPEZ Utility Using the NEC Customize UtilityUsing HDPREPEZ in Windows 98 or 4-6 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesUsing the Operating System and Utilities Application and Driver CDLaunching the Application and Driver CD with Windows 98/95 Launching the Application and Driver CD with Windows NTApplication and Driver CD Dialog Box Personal Code Setting UtilityInstalling the A&D Software 4-8 Using the Operating System and UtilitiesUsing the Operating System and Utilities Installing the Personal Code Setting UtilitySetting a Personal Code NEC Info Center Installing the NEC Info Center4-10 Using the Operating System and Utilities DVD PlayerUsing the Operating System and Utilities Uninstalling the NEC Info CenterPartition Magic 4-12 Using the Operating System and Utilities Product Recovery CDGuidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Using the Operating System and Utilities Product Recovery CD OptionsFull Disk Drive Restore 4-14 Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the Operating System and Utilities Partition Only Restore4-16 Using the Operating System and Utilities System DiagnosticsUsing the Operating System and Utilities 24X CD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM Drive Hard Disk Drive Memory Modules Using the System Drives and Bays24X CD-ROM drive 5-2 Using the System Drives and Bays24X CD-ROM Drive CD Care Changing the Auto Play SettingUsing the System Drives and Bays CD LoadingDVD-ROM Drive 5-4 Using the System Drives and BaysUsing the System Drives and Bays Hard Disk DriveOpening the panel Removing the screwRemoving the disk drive 5-6 Using the System Drives and BaysMemory Modules 3. Remove the screw and lift off the memory bay cover Memory bay cover and screwUsing the System Drives and Bays 2. Turn the system over and locate the screw on the memory bayMemory module slot 5-8 Using the System Drives and BaysUsing the System Drives and Bays Installing the memory moduleRemoving the memory module Replace the memory bay cover Replace the screw Turn the system over 5-10 Using the System Drives and Bays8. Reassemble the NEC Versa VX components as follows Internet Connections IR Port Communicating with Your NEC VersaMini-PCI Modem Mini-PCI LAN Mini-PCI Modem/LAN PC Cards 6-2 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Connecting the ModemMini-PCI Modem PC Cards Installing the Online Modem/LAN GuidesMini-PCI LAN Mini-PCI Modem/LANCommunication Cards Type II CardsType II Extended Cards Type III CardsPC Card Slots Storage CardsInterface Cards Other Cards6-6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Inserting a PC CardInserting a PC card Communicating with Your NEC Versa Internet ConnectionsRemoving a Card Internet Connection Wizard in WindowsInternet Connection Wizard in Windows Accessing the InternetSending and Receiving Email 6-8 Communicating with Your NEC VersaCommunicating with Your NEC Versa IR PortModifying the Internet and Email Shortcut Keys 6-10 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Using the IR PortEnabling the IR Port Traveling Tips Preparing for Travel Packing for Travel Using Power ConnectionsGetting Through Customs Using Your Modem 7-2 Traveling Tips Preparing for TravelPacking for Travel Traveling Tips Using Power ConnectionsGetting Through Customs 7-4 Traveling Tips Using Your ModemTelevision Connection USB Device Audio Options Port Replicator Using External DevicesMonitor Parallel Devices Serial Devices Keyboard/Mouse Monitor Connecting a monitor8-2 Using External Devices Parallel Devices Connecting a parallel printerUsing External Devices Serial Devices Connecting a serial device8-4 Using External Devices Using External Devices Connecting an external keyboard/mouseKeyboard/Mouse Television Connection Connecting an external display device8-6 Using External Devices Using External Devices Connecting a USB deviceUSB Device Audio ports 8-8 Using External DevicesAudio Options Port ReplicatorA - Docking Lever Locating the docking leverRemoving the expansion port cover Using External Devices8-10 Using External Devices Connecting the NEC Port ReplicatorAudio Video Multimedia Applications Using MultimediaRecording 9-2 Using MultimediaAudio Microphone Using MultimediaLine-In CD-ROM Input9-4 Using Multimedia Using HeadphonesUsing the Built-In Speakers Using External Stereo SpeakersUsing Multimedia Using Digital Video FilesUsing Animation Files VideoMultimedia Applications 9-6 Using MultimediaProblem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance Solving System Problems10-2 Solving System Problems Problem ChecklistTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Startup ProblemsSolving System Problems Error Message POST Error MessagesPOST Error Messages 10-4 Solving System ProblemsSolving System Problems If You Need AssistancePOST Error Messages NECC Support Services Email/Fax to Support Services Getting Service and SupportService and Support Contact Information NECC Web Site NECC FTP Site 11-2 Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact InformationNECC FTP Site NECC Support ServicesGetting Service and Support NECC Web Site11-4 Getting Service and Support Email/Fax to Support ServicesVary Your Workday Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentAdjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Making Your Computer Work for You Arrange Your EquipmentMaking Your Computer Work for You A-2 Setting Up a Healthy Work EnvironmentArrange Your Equipment Adjust Your ChairSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 A-4 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Adjust Your Input DevicesAdjust Your Screen or Monitor Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5Vary Your Workday A-6 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment System Components Interrupt Controllers Memory Map SpecificationsSystem Processor Random Access Memory RAMB-2 Specifications System ComponentsLCD Display Main BatterySpecifications B-3 Card SlotsHard Disk Drives B-4 SpecificationsKeyboard Diskette DriveMini-PCI Modem/LAN Specifications B-5Mini-PCI Modem Mini-PCI LANRecommended Environment DimensionsWeight B-6 SpecificationsIRQ# Specifications B-7Interrupt Controllers InterruptsSystem Memory Map B-8 SpecificationsMemory Map Power Management Miscellaneous Frequently Asked QuestionsExternal Mouse Display PC Cards Diskette Drive Booting Display What is the maximum resolution I can run in simultaneous mode?C-2 Frequently Asked Questions External MousePC Cards Frequently Asked Questions C-3In which slots do my PC cards go? Can I run two of the same type cards simultaneously?Diskette Drive Why do certain PC cards cause my battery life to drop noticeably?Why cant I boot from the diskette drive? C-4 Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat type of diskette do I use in my diskette drive? Frequently Asked Questions C-5What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? How do I format a diskette?Does my system come with power management features enabled? BootingPower Management What is the difference between a warm boot and a cold boot?Frequently Asked Questions C-7 What is the function of Suspend-to-RAM? Standby in WindowsWhat is the function of Suspend-to-File? Windows What is the function of Suspend-to-File? Hibernation in WindowsC-8 Frequently Asked Questions What is a time-out?How do I set the time and date? Can I disable my systems power management features?Frequently Asked Questions C-9 MiscellaneousHow do I find help in a Windows application? C-10 Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I speed up my application? How do I save a file? Im having a problem using the IR port. What can I do?Frequently Asked Questions C-11 Glossary Glossary2 Glossary Glossary 4 Glossary Glossary 6 Glossary Glossary 8 Glossary Glossary 10 Glossary Glossary Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 power management, 3-16 Windows 95 taskbar icons, 4-4 Windows Index-4USB port, 8-7 User password, 3-8 Using the battery the TV out port Weight specifications, B-6 Windows 98, 4-2 introductionRegulatory Statements Regulatory StatementsFCC Statement for United States Only Canadian Department of Communications Compliance StatementMini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers Battery ReplacementBattery Disposal European Community Directive Conformance StatementWe, the Responsible Party DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYNEC Versa NEC Computers Inc