Accessing the Internet, Sending and Receiving Email | NEC VX

!Manually configure an internet account or connect through a local area network (LAN).

Launch the connection wizard and follow the on-screen prompts to configure your system for internet access.

Internet Connection Wizard in Windows 95

To access the Internet Connection Wizard in Windows 95, go to Start, Programs, Accessories, Internet Tools, Get on the Internet. The Windows 95 Internet Connection Wizard offers the following choices:

!Take advantage of the Microsoft Internet Referral Service by allowing the wizard to automatically configure your account.

!Manually configure an internet account or connect through a local area network.

!Use your current account information to establish an internet connection.

Launch the connection wizard and follow the on-screen prompts to configure your system for internet access.

Accessing the Internet

Your NEC Versa VX system is equipped with an Internet shortcut key, located just above the keyboard. The first time that you press the Internet shortcut key, the Internet Connection Wizard launches, allowing you to configure your system for internet access. Once your internet connection is configured, pressing the Internet shortcut key launches your associated dial-up network connection, allowing you to enter your logon name and password. In addition, Microsoft Internet Explorer launches, providing quick access to your favorite internet sites.

Sending and Receiving Email

Your NEC Versa VX system is equipped with an Email shortcut key, located just above the keyboard. The first time that you press the Email shortcut key, the Internet Connection Wizard launches, allowing you to configure your system for email access. Once your internet connection is configured, pressing the Email shortcut key launches your associated dial-up network connection, allowing you to enter your logon name and password. In addition, Outlook Express launches, providing quick access to your email functions.

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NEC VX manual Accessing the Internet, Sending and Receiving Email

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 Related Documents Text Conventions Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Before You Begin NEC Versa VX notebook computer About Your NEC Versa VX Notebook Power and Battery Charging LEDs Around the Front of the SystemLCD Panel Control Panel Control Panel Power Button Status LED icons Status Icons Keyboard Panel and Base Unit Keyboard panelBase unit Keyboard Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Around the Back of the System Back system features Around the Left Side of the System Left side features Around the Right Side of the System Right side features Bottom of the system Around the Bottom of the System Port Replicator About the Port Replicator Getting Started VersaGlide features NEC VersaGlideGetting Started Power Sources Making VersaGlide AdjustmentsVersaGlide Tips AC adapter Using the AC Adapter Powering the System On and Off Using the BatteryConnecting the AC adapter Install the battery in your system as follows Replacing the Battery Removing the battery Low Battery Power Returning the Battery to its Normal StateInstalling the battery Extending Battery Life Handling the Battery Battery Precautions Charging the Battery Precautions for Recharging the Battery Disposing of the BatteryInternal Batteries System Care Precautions Getting Started Storage Requirements Clean or dust your system as follows Routine Cleaning Using the Bios Setup Utility Introducing Bios Setup Entering Bios SetupUsing the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup Main Menu Bios Setup Main Menu Looking at Screens Advanced Cmos Setup Checking/Setting System Parameters Using KeysBios Setup Key Functions Resetting System Parameters Standard Cmos SetupStandard Cmos Setup Advanced Cmos Setup Advanced Cmos Setup System Security Setup System Security Setup Password Protection Establishing PasswordsHard Disk Drive Passwords Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Power Management Setup Power Management Setup STF Option Definition Custom Timeout Options Boot Device Setup Boot Device Setup Peripheral Setup Peripheral Setup Managing System Power Other Bios Setup OptionsWindows 98 Power Management Properties Power Schemes Windows 98 Power Schemes Windows 98 Alarms Windows 98 Power MeterAlarms Windows 98 Advanced Windows 98 HibernateAdvanced Windows 98 Power Management States Recognizing the Windows 98 Power Management StatesWindows 98 Power Management Behavior Windows 95 Power Management States Recognizing the Windows 95 Power Management StatesWindows 95 Power Management Behavior Obtaining the Bios Update Updating the Bios Performing the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Default switch settings Identifying the Switch Settings Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the Operating System and Utilities Windows IntroductionWindows 98 Second Edition Taskbar Icons Windows Windows NT NEC Customize Utility Hdprepez Utility Using Hdprepez in Windows 98 or Application and Driver CD Launching the Application and Driver CD with Windows 98/95Launching the Application and Driver CD with Windows NT Personal Code Setting Utility Installing the A&D SoftwareApplication and Driver CD Dialog Box Setting a Personal Code Installing the Personal Code Setting Utility Installing the NEC Info Center DVD PlayerNEC Info Center Partition Magic Uninstalling the NEC Info Center Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Product Recovery CD Full Disk Drive Restore Product Recovery CD Options Using the Operating System and Utilities Partition Only Restore System Diagnostics Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the System Drives and Bays Using the System Drives and Bays 24X CD-ROM Drive24X CD-ROM drive Changing the Auto Play Setting CD LoadingCD Care DVD-ROM Drive Hard Disk Drive Opening the panelRemoving the screw Removing the disk drive Memory Modules Memory bay cover and screw Memory module slot Removing the memory module Installing the memory module Using the System Drives and Bays Communicating with Your NEC Versa Connecting the Modem Mini-PCI ModemCommunicating with Your NEC Versa PC Cards Installing the Online Modem/LAN GuidesMini-PCI LAN Mini-PCI Modem/LAN Communication Cards Type II CardsType II Extended Cards Type III Cards PC Card Slots Storage CardsInterface Cards Other Cards Inserting a PC card Inserting a PC Card Internet Connections Removing a CardInternet Connection Wizard in Windows Sending and Receiving Email Accessing the Internet Modifying the Internet and Email Shortcut Keys IR Port Enabling the IR Port Using the IR Port Traveling Tips Preparing for Travel Packing for TravelTraveling Tips Getting Through Customs Using Power Connections Using Your Modem Using External Devices Connecting a monitor Using External DevicesMonitor Parallel Devices Connecting a parallel printer Serial Devices Connecting a serial device Keyboard/Mouse Connecting an external keyboard/mouse Television Connection Connecting an external display device USB Device Connecting a USB device Audio Options Port ReplicatorAudio ports Removing the expansion port cover Locating the docking lever Connecting the NEC Port Replicator Audio Video Multimedia Applications Using Multimedia Using Multimedia AudioRecording Line-In CD-ROM InputMicrophone Playing Back Using HeadphonesUsing the Built-In Speakers Using External Stereo Speakers Using Digital Video Files Using Animation FilesVideo Multimedia Applications Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance Solving System Problems Problem Checklist TroubleshootingSolving System Problems Startup Problems Post Error Messages Post Error Messages If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information Necc Support Services Necc Web SiteNecc FTP Site Email/Fax to Support Services Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Adjust Your Chair Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3Arrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Adjust Your Input Devices Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5 Vary Your WorkdayPre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications System Components Specifications Specifications B-3 Main Battery Diskette Drive Mini-PCI Modem Specifications B-5 Dimensions Specifications B-7 Interrupt ControllersInterrupts System Memory Map Memory Map Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions External MouseDisplay Which slots do my PC cards go? Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette Drive Why cant I boot from the diskette drive? What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? Frequently Asked Questions C-5 Power Management Booting Frequently Asked Questions C-7 What is the function of Suspend-to-RAM? Standby in Windows What is a time-out? Miscellaneous Frequently Asked Questions C-9 How do I speed up my application? How do I save a file? Frequently Asked Questions C-11 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-1 Index Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Regulatory Statements Regulatory StatementsFCC Statement for United States Only Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Mini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers Battery ReplacementBattery Disposal European Community Directive Conformance Statement NEC Versa Declaration of Conformity