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Troubleshooting
Specifications
Install
FAQ
Error codes
Windows 98 Alarms
Password
Default switch settings
Connecting the AC adapter
Solving System Problems
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Communicating with Your NEC Versa
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Mini-PCI
Modem
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Mini-PCI
LAN
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Mini-PCI
Modem/LAN
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PC Cards
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Internet Connections
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IR Port
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Contents
R S a V X
Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer
Contents
Iv Contents
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Vi Contents
Using External Devices
Viii Contents
Using This Guide
Using This Guide
Enter
Text Conventions
Related Documents
Introducing the NEC Versa
Before You Begin
Introducing the NEC Versa
About Your NEC Versa VXi Notebook
NEC Versa VXi notebook computer
Around the Front of the System
Power and Battery Charging LEDs
Power LED Battery Charging LED
LCD Panel
Control Panel
Control Panel
Power Button
Status Icons
Status LED icons
Base unit
Keyboard Panel and Base Unit
Keyboard panel
Typewriter Keys
Keyboard
Function Keys Control Keys Numeric Keypad
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
Around the Right Side of the System
Right side features
Battery Bay
Fan TV Out
Around the Bottom of the System
Bottom of the system
About the Port Replicator
Port Replicator
Getting Started
Getting Started
VersaGlide features
NEC VersaGlide
Left Button
VersaGlide Tips
Power Sources
Making VersaGlide Adjustments
Using the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter as follows
Powering the System On and Off
Connecting the AC adapter
Using the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Removing the battery
Installing the battery
Low Battery Power
Returning the Battery to its Normal State
Handling the Battery
Extending Battery Life
Conserving Battery Power
Charging the Battery
Battery Precautions
Precautions for Recharging the Battery
Disposing of the Battery
Internal Batteries
Precautions
System Care
Getting Started
Routine Cleaning
Storage Requirements
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Introducing Bios Setup
Entering Bios Setup
Bios Setup Main Menu
Bios Setup Main Menu
Advanced Cmos Setup
Looking at Screens
Bios Setup Key Functions
Checking/Setting System Parameters
Using Keys
Key Function
Standard Cmos Setup
Resetting System Parameters
Standard Cmos Setup
Parameter Default Setting Alternate Settings
Advanced Cmos Setup
Advanced Cmos Setup
System Security Setup
System Security Setup
Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Password Protection
Establishing Passwords
Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Power Management Setup
Moving the Hard Disk Drive
Power Management Setup
Parameter Default Alternate Settings
Using the Bios Setup Utility
Custom Timeout Options
Option Definition
Boot Device Setup
Boot Device Setup
Peripheral Setup
Peripheral Setup
Windows 98 Power Management Properties
Managing System Power
Other Bios Setup Options
Windows 98 Power Schemes
Power Schemes
Alarms
Windows 98 Alarms
Windows 98 Power Meter
Advanced
Windows 98 Advanced
Windows 98 Hibernate
Windows 2000 Power Options Properties
Windows 2000 Power Schemes
Windows 2000 Alarms
Windows 2000 Power Meter
Windows 2000 Advanced
Windows 2000 Hibernate
Windows 98/2000 Power Management States
Recognizing the Windows 98/2000 Power Management States
Windows NT Power Management States
Windows 98/2000 Power Management Behavior
Fn-Power1,2
Recognizing the Windows NT Power Management States
Windows NT Power Management Behavior
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
NEC CD-RW CD
Windows
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Windows Introduction
Taskbar Icons
Windows 98 Second Edition
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Taskbar Icons
NEC Customize Utility
NEC Utilities
Windows NT
Using the NEC Customize Utility
Hdprepez Utility
SpeedStep Applet
SoftDVD Player
Installing the DOS Mode CD-ROM Driver Windows
NEC CD-RW CD
Installing Easy CD Creator
Installing DirectCD
Application and Driver CD
Launching the Application and Driver CD with Windows
Application and Driver CD Dialog Box
Personal Code Setting Utility
Installing the Application and Driver CD Software
Installing the Personal Code Setting Utility
Setting a Personal Code
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
Using the Operating System and Utilities
Using the System Drives and Bays
24X CD-ROM drive
Using the System Drives and Bays
24X CD-ROM Drive
Status LED
CD Care
Changing the Auto Play Setting
CD Loading
Memory Modules
DVD-ROM Drive
CD Read/Write Drive
Memory bay cover and screw
Memory Bay Cover 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 Modem
Mini-PCI Modem
Mini-PCI Modem/LAN
Installing the Online Modem/LAN Guides
Mini-PCI LAN
PC Cards
Type III Cards
Type II Cards
Type II Extended Cards
Communication Cards
Other Cards
Storage Cards
Interface Cards
PC Card Slots
Inserting a PC Card
Inserting a PC card
Internet Connection Wizard in Windows 98/2000
Internet Connections
Removing a Card
Modifying the Internet and Email Shortcut Keys
Accessing the Internet
Sending and Receiving Email
IR Port
Enabling the IR Port
Using the IR Port
Traveling Tips
Traveling Tips
Preparing for Travel
Packing for Travel
Using Power Connections
Getting Through Customs
Using Your Modem
Using External Devices
Monitor
Connecting a monitor
Using 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
Port Replicator
Microphone Headphones Line
Audio Options
Audio ports
Locating the docking lever
Removing the expansion port cover
Connecting the NEC Port Replicator
Using Multimedia
Audio Video Multimedia Applications
Recording
Using Multimedia
Audio
Microphone
Line-In
CD-ROM Input
Using External Stereo Speakers
Using Headphones
Using the Built-In Speakers
Playing Back
Video
Using Digital Video Files
Using Animation Files
Multimedia Applications
Solving System Problems
Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance
Solving System Problems
Problem Checklist
Troubleshooting
Problem What to Do
Startup Problems
Error Message Explanation
Post Error Messages
Post Error Messages
If You Need Assistance
Getting Service and Support
Service Contact Information
Service and Support Contact Information
Getting Service and Support
Necc FTP Site
Necc Support Services
Necc Web Site
Ftp.neccsdeast.com
Email/Fax to Support Services
Tech-support@neccsd.com
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Arrange Your Equipment
Adjust Your Chair
Setting 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-5
Vary Your Workday
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Specifications
Specifications
System Components
Main Battery
Specifications B-3
Diskette Drive
Specifications B-5
8X DVD-ROM Drive
Mini-PCI Modem
Specifications B-7
Recommended Environment
Device
Interrupt Controllers
Interrupts
System Memory Map
Specifications B-9
Memory Map
Memory Space Size Function
Frequently Asked Questions
Display
Frequently Asked Questions
External 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-File? Windows NT
Frequently Asked Questions C-7
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions C-9
Miscellaneous
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-11
Glossary
Glossary
Byte
Boot
Bus
CardBus
Cursor
Cold boot
Crt
Digital audio
FM synthesis
Enhanced VGA
Extended RAM
Function key
Interface
Input/output
Infrared communication
Interrupt
Menu
Megabyte
Memory
Microprocessor
Nonvolatile memory
Mpeg 1, 2
Multimedia
Operating system
PC Cards
Password
Partition
Peripheral
Read
Reset
Resolution
RS-232C
SpeedStep technology
Standby Windows 98/2000 or Suspend Windows NT mode
Software
System board
Volatile memory
Warm boot
VersaGlide
Warm swap
Zoomed video
Index
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Index-2
Index-3
Index-4
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
Regulatory Statements
FCC Statement for United States Only
Regulatory Statements
European Community Directive Conformance Statement
Battery Replacement
Battery Disposal
Mini-PCI FCC Registration Numbers
Declaration of Conformity
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