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NEC VX In which slots do my PC cards go?, Can I run two of the same type cards simultaneously?

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In which slots do my PC cards go?

Can I run two of the same type cards simultaneously? Your PC cards can go into either slot if they are NEC-approved cards. Other software may not support the use of both slots. Type III cards only fit in the bottom slot (slot 0).

Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Is there any instance when a modem or network card is only supported in one slot?

Manual background This could be true in cases where the PC card firmware is being upgraded. Read the release notes that accompany the upgrade.

Can I run two of the same type cards simultaneously?

Manual background Yes, Windows 98 or 95 configures each card. If they are both modems, configure each for a different Com port and different available interrupts under the ports icon in the Windows control panel or from Device Manager in Windows 98 or 95.

CardWizard for NT will assist in configuring PC cards in the Windows NT environment. Configure each modem for a different Com port and different available interrupts using the Modem icon (Install Modem Wizard) in the Control Panel.

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NEC VX manual In which slots do my PC cards go?, Can I run two of the same type cards simultaneously?, PC Cards

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 Contents3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 4 Using the Operating System and Utilitiesiv Contents 5 Using the System Drives and Bays 6 Communicating with Your NEC VersaContents 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 Guidex Using This Guide Text ConventionsRelated Documents 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 BeginAbout Your NEC Versa VX Notebook NEC Versa VX notebook computerIntroducing the NEC Versa 1-4 Introducing the NEC Versa Power and Battery Charging LEDsAround the Front of the System LCD PanelControl Panel Control PanelIntroducing the NEC Versa 1-6 Introducing the NEC Versa Power ButtonStatus Icons Status LED iconsIntroducing the NEC Versa 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 workBack system features Around the Back of the System1-12 Introducing the NEC Versa Left side features Around the Left Side of the SystemIntroducing the NEC Versa Right side features Around the Right Side of the System1-14 Introducing the NEC Versa Around the Bottom of the System Bottom of the systemIntroducing the NEC Versa About the Port Replicator Port Replicator1-16 Introducing the NEC Versa Getting Started NEC VersaGlide Power Sources System CareVersaGlide features NEC VersaGlide2-2 Getting Started Getting Started Power SourcesMaking VersaGlide Adjustments VersaGlide TipsUsing the AC Adapter AC adapter2-4 Getting Started 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 batteryHandling the Battery Extending Battery LifeGetting Started Charging the Battery Battery Precautions2-10 Getting Started Internal Batteries Precautions for Recharging the BatteryDisposing of the Battery CMOS BatteryPrecautions System Care2-12 Getting Started 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 PowerIntroducing BIOS Setup Entering BIOS Setup3-2 Using the BIOS Setup Utility BIOS Setup Main Menu BIOS Setup Main MenuUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Advanced CMOS Setup 3-4 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityLooking at Screens 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 SetupAdvanced CMOS Setup Advanced CMOS SetupUsing the BIOS Setup Utility System Security Setup System Security Setup3-8 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 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 Drive3-12 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup1 Available when power savings is set to Custom Using the BIOS Setup Utility Custom Timeout OptionsBoot Device Setup Boot Device Setup3-14 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Peripheral Setup Peripheral SetupUsing the BIOS Setup Utility 3-16 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Managing System PowerOther BIOS Setup Options Windows 98 Power Management PropertiesWindows 98 Power Schemes Power SchemesUsing the BIOS Setup Utility 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 BehaviorUpdating the BIOS Obtaining the BIOS Update3-22 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette Performing the BIOS UpdateUsing the BIOS Setup Utility Identifying the Switch Settings Default switch settings3-24 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 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 UtilitiesNEC Customize Utility Windows NTUsing the Operating System and Utilities 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 UtilitiesInstalling the Personal Code Setting Utility Setting a Personal CodeUsing the Operating System and Utilities NEC Info Center Installing the NEC Info Center4-10 Using the Operating System and Utilities DVD PlayerUninstalling the NEC Info Center Partition MagicUsing the Operating System and Utilities Product Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD4-12 Using the Operating System and Utilities Product Recovery CD Options Full Disk Drive RestoreUsing the Operating System and Utilities 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 Bays5-2 Using the System Drives and Bays 24X CD-ROM Drive24X 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 screw5-6 Using the System Drives and Bays Memory ModulesRemoving the disk drive 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 BaysInstalling the memory module Removing the memory moduleUsing the System Drives and Bays 5-10 Using the System Drives and Bays 8. Reassemble the NEC Versa VX components as followsReplace the memory bay cover Replace the screw Turn the system over Communicating with Your NEC Versa Mini-PCI Modem Mini-PCI LAN Mini-PCI Modem/LAN PC CardsInternet Connections IR Port Connecting the Modem Mini-PCI Modem6-2 Communicating with Your NEC Versa 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 CardsInserting a PC Card Inserting a PC card6-6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa 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 VersaIR Port Modifying the Internet and Email Shortcut KeysCommunicating with Your NEC Versa Using the IR Port Enabling the IR Port6-10 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Preparing for Travel Packing for Travel Using Power Connections Getting Through Customs Using Your ModemTraveling Tips Preparing for Travel Packing for Travel7-2 Traveling Tips Using Power Connections Getting Through CustomsTraveling Tips 7-4 Traveling Tips Using Your ModemUsing External Devices Monitor Parallel Devices Serial Devices Keyboard/MouseTelevision Connection USB Device Audio Options Port Replicator Connecting a monitor 8-2 Using External DevicesMonitor Connecting a parallel printer Using External DevicesParallel Devices Connecting a serial device 8-4 Using External DevicesSerial Devices Connecting an external keyboard/mouse Keyboard/MouseUsing External Devices Connecting an external display device 8-6 Using External DevicesTelevision Connection Connecting a USB device USB DeviceUsing External Devices 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 Multimedia9-2 Using Multimedia AudioRecording 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 ProblemsProblem Checklist Troubleshooting10-2 Solving System Problems Startup Problems Solving System ProblemsTroubleshooting Error Message POST Error MessagesPOST Error Messages 10-4 Solving System ProblemsIf You Need Assistance POST Error MessagesSolving System Problems Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information NECC Web Site NECC FTP SiteNECC Support Services Email/Fax to Support Services 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 EnvironmentAdjust Your Chair Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Screen or MonitorA-4 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5 Vary Your WorkdayPre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors 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 InterruptsB-8 Specifications Memory MapSystem Memory Map Frequently Asked Questions External Mouse Display PC Cards Diskette Drive BootingPower Management Miscellaneous 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 MiscellaneousC-10 Frequently Asked Questions How do I speed up my application?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-11How do I save a file? 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