Updating the Bios, Obtaining the Bios Update | NEC VX specification

Updating the BIOS

The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s microprocessor, or central processing unit (CPU). As indicated in this chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system’s software and hardware features. Use the BIOS Update Diskette, for your specific model, only, to update your NEC Versa system BIOS.

Note You only need to update the BIOS if NECC makes significant improvements or fixes to the current system BIOS. Your authorized NECC dealer or NECC Support Services representative can help you determine this.

To update the system BIOS you must:

!Obtain the BIOS Update

!Prepare the BIOS Update Diskette

!Perform the BIOS Update

Obtaining the BIOS Update

If you are informed that the default BIOS needs an update contact the NECC Support Services at (800) 632-4525, Fax (801) 981-3133, or access the web site, www.nec- computers.com to obtain a copy of the BIOS update.

Note If you purchased and are using this computer outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact a local NECC or dealer in your country.

3-22 Using the BIOS Setup Utility

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NEC VX manual Updating the Bios, Obtaining the Bios Update

Contents

R S a V Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Iv Contents Using the System Drives and Bays Vi Contents Specifications Using This Guide Using This Guide Text Conventions Related Documents Introducing the NEC Versa Before You Begin Introducing the NEC Versa About Your NEC Versa VX Notebook NEC Versa VX notebook computer LCD Panel Power and Battery Charging LEDsAround the Front of the System Control Panel Control Panel Power Button Status Icons Status LED icons Base unit Keyboard Panel and Base UnitKeyboard panel Keyboard Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Back system features Around the Back of the System Left side features Around the Left Side of the System Right side features Around the Right Side of the System Around the Bottom of the System Bottom of the system About the Port Replicator Port Replicator Getting Started Getting Started VersaGlide featuresNEC VersaGlide VersaGlide Tips Power SourcesMaking VersaGlide Adjustments Using the AC Adapter AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Powering the System On and OffUsing the Battery Replacing the Battery Install the battery in your system as follows Removing the battery Installing the battery Low Battery PowerReturning the Battery to its Normal State Handling the Battery Extending Battery Life Charging the Battery Battery Precautions Internal Batteries Precautions for Recharging the BatteryDisposing of the Battery Precautions System Care Getting Started Storage Requirements Routine Cleaning Clean or dust your system as follows Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Bios Setup Utility Introducing Bios SetupEntering Bios Setup Bios Setup Main Menu Bios Setup Main Menu Advanced Cmos Setup Looking at Screens Bios Setup Key Functions Checking/Setting System ParametersUsing Keys Standard Cmos Setup Resetting System ParametersStandard Cmos Setup Advanced Cmos Setup Advanced Cmos Setup System Security Setup System Security Setup Hard Disk Drive Passwords Password ProtectionEstablishing Passwords Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Power Management Setup Power Management Setup STF Custom Timeout Options Option Definition Boot Device Setup Boot Device Setup Peripheral Setup Peripheral Setup Windows 98 Power Management Properties Managing System PowerOther Bios Setup Options Windows 98 Power Schemes Power Schemes Alarms Windows 98 AlarmsWindows 98 Power Meter Advanced Windows 98 AdvancedWindows 98 Hibernate Windows 98 Power Management Behavior Windows 98 Power Management StatesRecognizing the Windows 98 Power Management States Windows 95 Power Management Behavior Windows 95 Power Management StatesRecognizing the Windows 95 Power Management States Updating the Bios Obtaining the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Performing the Bios Update Identifying the Switch Settings Default switch settings Using the Operating System and Utilities Windows 98 Second Edition Using the Operating System and UtilitiesWindows Introduction Taskbar Icons Windows NEC Customize Utility Windows NT Using Hdprepez in Windows 98 or Hdprepez Utility Launching the Application and Driver CD with Windows NT Application and Driver CDLaunching the Application and Driver CD with Windows 98/95 Application and Driver CD Dialog Box Personal Code Setting UtilityInstalling the A&D Software Installing the Personal Code Setting Utility Setting a Personal Code NEC Info Center Installing the NEC Info CenterDVD Player Uninstalling the NEC Info Center Partition Magic Product Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Product Recovery CD Options Full Disk Drive Restore Using the Operating System and Utilities Partition Only Restore System Diagnostics Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the System Drives and Bays 24X CD-ROM drive Using the System Drives and Bays24X CD-ROM Drive CD Care Changing the Auto Play SettingCD Loading DVD-ROM Drive Removing the screw Hard Disk DriveOpening the panel Memory Modules Removing the disk drive Memory bay cover and screw Memory module slot Installing the memory module Removing the memory module Using the System Drives and Bays Communicating with Your NEC Versa Communicating with Your NEC Versa Connecting the ModemMini-PCI Modem Mini-PCI Modem/LAN Installing the Online Modem/LAN GuidesMini-PCI LAN PC Cards Type III Cards Type II CardsType II Extended Cards Communication Cards Other Cards Storage CardsInterface Cards PC Card Slots Inserting a PC Card Inserting a PC card Internet Connection Wizard in Windows Internet ConnectionsRemoving a Card Accessing the Internet Sending and Receiving Email IR Port Modifying the Internet and Email Shortcut Keys Using the IR Port Enabling the IR Port Traveling Tips Traveling Tips Preparing for TravelPacking for Travel Using Power Connections Getting Through Customs Using Your Modem Using External Devices Monitor Connecting a monitorUsing External Devices Connecting a parallel printer Parallel Devices Connecting a serial device Serial Devices Connecting an external keyboard/mouse Keyboard/Mouse Connecting an external display device Television Connection Connecting a USB device USB Device Audio ports Audio OptionsPort Replicator Locating the docking lever Removing the expansion port cover Connecting the NEC Port Replicator Using Multimedia Audio Video Multimedia Applications Recording Using MultimediaAudio Microphone Line-InCD-ROM Input Using External Stereo Speakers Using HeadphonesUsing the Built-In Speakers Playing Back Video Using Digital Video FilesUsing Animation Files Multimedia Applications Solving System Problems Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance Solving System Problems Problem ChecklistTroubleshooting Startup Problems Post Error Messages Post Error Messages If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information Getting Service and Support Necc FTP Site Necc Support ServicesNecc Web Site Email/Fax to Support Services Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your ChairSetting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Adjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5Vary Your Workday Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications Specifications System Components Main Battery Specifications B-3 Diskette Drive Specifications B-5 Mini-PCI Modem Dimensions Interrupts Specifications B-7Interrupt Controllers Memory Map System Memory Map Frequently Asked Questions Display Frequently Asked QuestionsExternal Mouse Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Which slots do my PC cards go? Why cant I boot from the diskette drive? Diskette Drive Frequently Asked Questions C-5 What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? Booting Power Management What is the function of Suspend-to-RAM? Standby in Windows Frequently Asked Questions C-7 What is a time-out? Frequently Asked Questions C-9 Miscellaneous How do I speed up my application? Frequently Asked Questions C-11 How do I save a file? Glossary Glossary To start up a computer. See cold boot and warm boot Description of a sound wave that consists of binary numbers Hz a unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second Connection that enables two devices to communicate MB 1,048,576 bytes Interface that communicates multiple data bits at a time Picture elements. Tiny dots that make up a screen image An interface that communicates information one bit at a time Svga To record or store information to a storage device Index Index-1 Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory StatementsFCC Statement for United States Only Regulatory Statements European Community Directive Conformance Statement Battery ReplacementBattery Disposal Mini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers Declaration of Conformity NEC Versa