NEC VERSA P Service Manual

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Page 1 The information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is the valuable property of NEC Corporation (NEC) and/or its licensors. NEC and/or its licen- sors, as appropriate, reserve all patent, copyright and other proprietary rights to this docu- ment, including all design, manufacturing, reproduction, use, and sales rights thereto, except to the extent said rights are expressly granted to others.
Page 2: Preface
NEC service and spare parts ordering information is also provided. Included is a list of NEC service and informa- tion telephone numbers that provide access to the NEC Bulletin Board System (BBS), FASTFACTS, and Technical Information Bulletins.
Page 3: Abbreviations
Abbreviations ampere disk operating system alternating current DRAM dynamic RAM advanced technology data terminal equipment (IBM PC) error checking and correction Bulletin Board System error detecting system binary-coded decimal Enhanced Graphics Adapter BIOS Customized Utility Expanded Memory BIOS basic input/output system Specification binary digit enhanced parallel port...
Page 4 Abbreviations Interrupt Request register printed circuit board Industry Standard Architecture plastic flat package In Service register parallel input/output input/output pixel picture element integrated peripheral controller PJQFP plastic J-lead quad flat pack inches per second PLCC plastic lead chip carrier interrupt request phase lock loop kilo (1024) peak-to-peak...
Page 5 Abbreviations xvii UART universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter volt volts, direct current VESA video electronics standards association variable frequency oscillator Video Graphics Array VLSI very large-scale integration VRAM virtual RAM watt write microfarad microprocessor microsecond...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ........................xiii Abbreviations ......................Section 1 Technical Information Hardware Overview..................... 1-2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) ................1-3 CPU Board......................1-4 System Board ....................... 1-4 Primary Battery ....................1-4 Secondary Battery ....................1-4 CMOS Battery...................... 1-5 Bridge Battery ...................... 1-5 VersaBay PCMCIA Module Option..............
Page 7 Drives......................2-13 Keyboard...................... 2-13 Power......................2-13 System......................2-14 Time/Date..................... 2-14 Using Auto Setup to Select Parameters................ 2-15 Security Options......................2-16 System Password....................2-16 Using the System Password ................2-16 Keyboard Lock Hotkey..................2-17 NEC Utilities ....................... 2-17 BACKLITE.EXE ....................2-17...
Page 8 Contents CMOSCOPY.EXE ....................2-17 CMOSDUMP.EXE ....................2-18 ENABLACU Utility ..................... 2-18 HIGHLITE.EXE ....................2-18 VIDEOMOD.COM ....................2-18 WBATTERY.EXE....................2-18 BIOS UTILITIES......................2-18 BIOS Customize Utility (BCU)................2-18 BIOS Update Utility (BUU) ................. 2-18 Precautions....................2-19 Downloading the Update Utility..............2-19 Using the Update Utility ................
Page 9 Parallel Printer......................3-19 External Display ......................3-20 External Keyboard Mouse ................... 3-21 Docking Station II ....................... 3-22 Car DC Adapter ......................3-24 NEC Versa Port Replicator..................3-25 Section 4 Troubleshooting and Repair Service ........................4-1 Technical Support....................4-2 Product Information ..................... 4-2 Ordering Information from FastFacts ..............
Page 10 Contents CPU Board......................4-25 Bridge Battery ...................... 4-26 VersaTrack Assembly ....................4-27 System Board ....................... 4-28 Illustrated Parts Breakdown..................4-30 Section 5 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Disassembly and Reassembly ..................5-3 CRT Base/Top Cover Assembly ................5-4 Top Cover Mask Assembly...................
Page 11 viii Contents Power and I/O Connector Locations .............. 2-2 Control and Button Locations................ 2-3 Dip Switch Location ..................2-7 Dip Switch Settings ..................2-8 Battery Release Latch Location ..............2-28 Battery Pack Replacement ................2-29 Memory Compartment Cover Removal............3-2 Memory Card Upgrade ..................
Page 12 Contents LCD Locking Tabs ..................4-17 LCD Removal....................4-18 Locating Screws .................... 4-19 4-10 Removing the Top Cover................4-20 4-11 Keyboard Connectors ..................4-21 4-12 Locking Tabs....................4-22 4-13 Diskette Drive Release Latch Location ............4-23 4-14 Diskette Drive Removal................. 4-23 4-15 Removing the CMOS Battery ................
Page 13 Contents 5-21 Expansion Slot Connector Locations ............. 5-18 5-22 Expansion Slot Cover Removal..............5-19 5-23 Board Alignment ................... 5-19 5-24 Expansion Board Installation ................. 5-20 5-25 Diskette Drive Installation................5-21 5-26 Diskette Drive Cable Connections..............5-21 5-27 Drive A Selection Switch Location ..............5-22 5-28 Hard Disk Drive Guide ..................
Page 14 Automatic Power-Saving Features ..............2-30 PCMCIA Drivers and Utilities ............... 3-9 PCMCIA Drive Designations................. 3-11 NEC Service and Information Telephone Numbers ........4-1 Problems and Solutions.................. 4-6 Diagnostic Output and Beep Codes..............4-9 Diagnostic Output and Beep Codes Looped on POST ........4-11 Versa P Series Disassembly Sequence ............
Page 15 Contents...
Page 16: Technical Information
Section 1 Technical Information ® The NEC Versa P series computers integrate Intel's Pentium P54C-75 MHz microproces- sor. The systems offer a unique transportable unit in the following configurations: Versa 75P 75-MHz CPU, Thin-film transistor (TFT), color LCD, 8-MB stan-...
Page 17: Hardware Overview
Technical Information PCMCIA Slot 1 PCMCIA Slot 0 VersaTrack Battery Figure Section 1-2 Versa P Series (Left Side View) HARDWARE OVERVIEW The base unit includes a color LCD panel, a 2 1/2-inch 340-MB, 540-MB, or 810-MB hard disk drive, a 3 1/2-inch, 1.44-MB diskette drive (VersaBay), a primary battery pack, and a PS/2 compatible 83-key keyboard.
Page 18: Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd)
Technical Information Line-In Port Power Connector Port Expansion Port Headphones Port Microphone Port Printer Port Keyboard/Mouse Serial Port Port CRT Port Figure Section 1-3 Versa P Series (Rear View) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) The system integrates a built-in LCD. The LCD supports VESA Local (VL) bus video. The LCD operates with the Chips &...
Page 19: Cpu Board
Technical Information CPU Board The CPU board is a 75-MHz (model G8SBJ) board. It connects to the system board via connectors P1 and P2. The system integrates the Intel’s Pentium P54C chip (75 Mhz inter- nal, 25 Mhz external). The chip controls important functions including power management, direct drive bus interface and memory management.
Page 20: Cmos Battery
Technical Information CMOS Battery The lithium battery provides battery backup (3.0 Volts, 280 mAh) to prevent data loss in the system’s complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) RAM. This memory area contains information on the system’s configuration like date, time, drives, and memory. The CMOS battery lasts approximately two years.
Page 21: System Memory
Technical Information SYSTEM MEMORY The system board provides 8 MB of standard random access memory (RAM) with 16 KB internal cache, and 256 KB external cache. Base memory is 640 KB and extended memory is 7168 KB (interleaved). The system does not support memory remap. Optional memory cards with a value of 4-, 8-, 12-, 16-MB or 32-MB can be added to in- crease system memory.
Page 22: System Video
Technical Information SYSTEM VIDEO The system's LCD operates using the Chips and Technologies 65545 VGA Controller. Video signals travel from the controller through the system's 15-pin D-SUB connector us- ing 5 volts. System video integrates a 32-bit VL-bus interface using local bus video. The system ships with 1 MB Video RAM (VRAM).
Page 23 Technical Information Table Section 1-2 CRT Display Mode (CRT only) Mode Display Text Refresh (Hex) Mode Colors Display Resolution Font Rate 4-bit 100x37 800x600 8x16 Linear 4-bit 128x48 1024x768 8x16 Linear 4-bit 128x48 1024x768 8x16 Linear 8-bit 80x30 640x480 8x16 Linear 30*** 8-bit...
Page 24: Lcd Display Mode (640 X 480 Tft, Simultaneous Crt)
Technical Information Table Section 1-2 CRT Display Mode (CRT only) Mode Display Text Refresh (Hex) Mode Colors Display Resolution Font Rate Packed 100x37 800x600 8x16 Pixel 7C*** Packed 100x37 800x600 8x16 Pixel Packed 128x48 1024x768 8x16 Pixel Packed 128x48 1024x768 8x16 Pixel *EGA Extension...
Page 25 1-10 Technical Information Table Section 1-3 LCD Display Mode (640 x 480 TFT, Simultaneous CRT) Mode Display Text Refresh (Hex) Mode Colors Display Resolution Font Rate Planar 80x30 640x480 8x16 Planar 80x30 640x480 8x16 Packed 40x25 320x200 Pixel 4-bit 80x30 640x480 8x16 Linear...
Page 26: Lcd Display Mode (800X600 Tft, Simultaneous Crt Display)
Technical Information 1-11 Table Section 1-4 LCD Display Mode (640 x 480 STN-D/S, Simultaneous CRT Display) Mode Display Text Refesh (Hex) Mode Colors Display Resolution Font Rate Text Mono 80x25 640x350 8x14 Text Mono 80x25 640x400 8x16 Planar 40x25 320x200 Planar 80x25 640x200...
Page 27 1-12 Technical Information Table Section 1-5 LCD Display Mode (800x600 TFT, Simultaneous CRT Display) Refresh Mode Display Text Rate (Hex) Mode Color Display Resolution Font (Hz) 2**,3** Text 80x25 720x400 9x16 Graph 40x25 320x200 Graph 80x25 640x200 Text Mono 80x25 720x350 9x14 Text...
Page 28: Parallel Interface
Technical Information 1-13 PARALLEL INTERFACE The system's parallel interface integrates National’s PC87332VLJ chip. It uses a 25-pin D- subconnector that is Enhanced Capabilities Port (ECP) equipped. The port is located on the system's rear panel. The user selects between three parallel interface modes using Auto Setup. These include unidirectional, bidirectional or enhanced.
Page 29: System Logic
1-14 Technical Information ES688S ESS Technology Audio Controller 100-pin SQFP System Logic The PT86C868/PT86C718 Pico Power chips each consist of a 144-pin plastic quad flat- package. This two-chip controller supports fast graphics and I/O processing. The system logic controller adds the following features: built-in level 2 cache controller integrated active power management integrated battery management...
Page 30: Peripheral Controller
Technical Information 1-15 The BIOS often changes after the product release to provide enhanced features or bug fixes. To acquire the latest BIOS release, the ROM is flashed electronically allowing the BIOS update to occur without removing the ROM. See Section 2, Setup and Operation, for BIOS upgrade procedures.
Page 31: Diskette Controller, Serial Interface, Parallel Interface
1-16 Technical Information Diskette Controller, Serial Interface, Parallel Interface The PC87332VLJ chip is a 100-pin plastic Thin Quad Flat Plastic (TQFP) chip. The con- troller changes 8-bit parallel data into serial data and writes the data to the diskette. Con- versely, the serial data is transmitted from the diskette into parallel data, where it remains until the read operation takes place.
Page 32: Audio Controller
Technical Information 1-17 Audio Controller The Versa P system board contains an on-board audio controller. The audio controller is an ESS Technology ES688S chip that provides the following features: 16-bit stereo audio embedded microprocessor Windows 2.0 sound system support sound blaster pro support built-in speaker and microphone.
Page 33: Interrupt Controllers
1-18 Technical Information Table Section 1-7 Versa P I/O Address Map Address (Hex) I/O Device Name 0378H-037AH LPT1 03BCH-03BEH LPT3 03F0H-03F5H Diskette Drive Controller Port Status 03F8H-03FFH Serial Controller Port A 0461H Port 461 EISA mode 0C00H Extended System Port 1 0C01H Extended System Port 2 0C02H...
Page 34: Power Management Overview
Technical Information 1-19 Table Section 1-8 Versa P Series Interrupt Level Assignments Controller Master/Slave Priority Name Device Slave IRQ14 Hard Disk Controller 1 Slave IRQ15 Reserved (2nd HDD IDE on D/S) Master IRQ03 Reserved Master IRQ04 Serial Port 1 Master IRQ05 Reserved (Sound) Master...
Page 35: Plug And Play
1-20 Technical Information Local Stand-by Mode Some system components can be individually turned off after a period of inactivity. When the LCD times out automatically, it returns to active mode when system activity resumes, (i.e. pressing a key or using the VersaTrack). Suspend Mode When the system is powered on, but not in use it enters into Automatic Suspend mode after a specified amount of time (default timeout is 10...
Page 36: Specifications
Technical Information 1-21 SPECIFICATIONS Table Section 1-9 provides a complete list of Versa P series system specifications. Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification Chassis Configuration Size Width: 11.7 in. (297 mm) Depth: 9.5 in. (241 mm) Height: 2.1 in. (53 mm), 2.2 in. (56 mm) Weight: 6.95 lb (3.15 kg), 7.1 lb (3.2 kg), (Exact weight depends on options) Keyboard...
Page 37: Specifications
1-22 Technical Information Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification System Board P54C-75 Clock Speed 75 MHz System Bus Speed 25 MHz Flash ROM 256 KB: N28F020 System Utility: 96 KB System BIOS: 64 KB Video BIOS: 32 KB Power Management: 32 KB Reserved: 32 KB...
Page 38 Technical Information 1-23 Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification Video Interface (VGA) Thin Film Transistor, (TFT), cold cathode fluorescent tube 1-MB VRAM standard 256 colors out of 227k colors, 640 x 480 256 colors out of 227k colors, 320 x 200 Interface Super VGA Resolution...
Page 39 1-24 Technical Information Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification Administrative Compliance UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 (D3) TUV EN60950: 1988 C.R.C., c.1374 DE 0871/6.78,...
Page 40: Setup And Operation
Section 2 Setup and Operation This section provides setup and operation information for the Versa P series system (in- cluding cabling, power-on verification and using Auto Setup). UNPACKING THE SYSTEM Find an area away from devices that generate strong magnetic fields (electric motors, transformers, etc.).
Page 41: Cable Connections
LPT1. The parallel port operates in three modes; unidirectional, bidirectional and enhanced. Expansion Port This 198-pin connector provides an interface for the optional NEC Versa Series Docking Station II or optional port replicator. Power Connector This connector provides an interface for the AC adapter.
Page 42: Operating Controls
Setup and Operation OPERATING CONTROLS The following section describes system controls, the LCD indicator panel, and function keys. The section also lists dip switch settings. Refer to Figure Section 2-2 and Table Section 2-2 to locate system controls and buttons. Brightness Power Button Control...
Page 43: Power Management Status
Setup and Operation Power Management Status The LCD indicator panel is a window panel located above the power button that communi- cates power management and battery status via symbols. See the following for the meanings of each symbol. Suspend Indicates the system is in Suspend Mode. Means that Power Management is Disabled.
Page 44 Setup and Operation Hard Disk Drive Access Indicates that the hard disk drive is in use. Diskette Drive Access Indicates that the diskette drive is in use. Num Lock Num Lock is enabled. Scroll Lock Scroll Lock is enabled. Caps Lock Caps Lock is enabled.
Page 45: Battery Status
Setup and Operation Battery Status The left battery icon represents the remaining battery charge when the system is in use as follows: 4 bars signify a 76-100% charge 3 bars signify a 51-75% charge 2 bars signify a 26-50% charge 1 bar signifies a 0-25% charge As battery power is consumed, the bars disappear.
Page 46: Dip Switch
Setup and Operation Table Section 2-3 FnKey Operations Function Fn F5 Sets the LCD backlight brightness to standard or full. The DOS BACKLITE.EXE utility sets this feature also. Fn F6 Sets the sound system and internal speaker to off, low, medium, or high.
Page 47: Power-On Self-Test (Post)
Setup and Operation NOTE: The asterisk (*) below indicates the default setting. BIOS REPROGRAM RESERVED *ON: Prevents BIOS reprogramming KEYBOARD OFF: Allows BIOS *ON: U.S. reprogramming OFF: International PASSWORD ON: Override *OFF: Available Figure Section 2-4 Dip Switch Settings POWER-ON SELF-TEST (POST) Each time the system is powered on, the system checks the working status of components through an automatic power-on self-test (POST).
Page 48: Post Errors
Setup and Operation POST Errors Error messages will appear during POST when configuration information does not match the settings stored in memory. Error message will also appear if the system loses the con- figuration information due to hardware failure. Refer to Table Section 2-4 for a description of POST error messages. Table Section 2-4 POST Error Messages Message Action...
Page 49: System Parameters
Setup Lock option in Auto Setup to prevent someone from viewing the hardware con- figuration at power-on. To access Auto Setup after disabling it, use the ENABLACU.EXE utility. For information on using the utility, read the “NEC Utilities” subsection that follows. Auto Setup automatically detects current system parameters during the power-on self-test.
Page 50: Auto Setup Keys
Setup and Operation 2-11 Auto Setup Keys Refer to Table Section 2-5 for a description of Auto Setup Key functions. Table Section 2-5 Auto Setup Key Functions Function Moves cursor to another field in the menu. For example, pressing Tab moves the cursor up or down a list of current parameters. Highlighted letter Selects menu bar option or parameter with the highlighted letter.
Page 51: Parameter Descriptions
2-12 Setup and Operation Table Section 2-6 Auto Setup Parameter Options Menu Default Setting Keyboard Typematic Rate Normal NumLock Boot Status NumLock Off System Password Disable Keyboard Lock Hot Keys Disable Power Power Management High Power Management under AC Disable BackLight Full HighLight...
Page 52: Drives
Setup and Operation 2-13 Drives Sets the diskette drive and/or hard disk drive parameters, plus system security features. These parameters should be changed when the Docking Station is connected to the system or when the hard disk drive is replaced. Specific drive menu options include the following: IDE Hard Disk Interface Disables the built-in IDE controller, making the...
Page 53: System
2-14 Setup and Operation BackLight Sets the LCD backlight to standard or full. HighLight Sets the character brightness to standard or full. System Sound Power Allows you to turn off the speaker amplifier to save system power. PCMCIA Power Allows you to turn off the power to the PCMCIA slots. Suspend Warning Tone Enables or disables a warning tone signaling Sus- pend/Resume.
Page 54: Using Auto Setup To Select Parameters
Setup and Operation 2-15 USING AUTO SETUP TO SELECT PARAMETERS Use the steps below to review or change system parameters. When no error messages exist, choose a parameter option from the menu bar by pressing the appropriate highlighted character in the menu. To select “Comms”...
Page 55: Security Options
2-16 Setup and Operation SECURITY OPTIONS The system supports two types of passwords for system security: system password keyboard lock hotkey. The following contains instructions for setting and using the password feature. System Password Use the system password to lock the system at power-on. The system password is set using Auto Setup.
Page 56: Keyboard Lock Hotkey
If the password is removed, this option is no longer available. NEC UTILITIES The NEC utilities are shown in the following list. BACKLITE.EXE Type this command at the DOS prompt to set the LCD backlight brightness to standard or full.
Page 57: Cmosdump.exe
To receive the latest BUU diskette (in the U.S. only), call the Technical Support Center at (800)-632-4525 or download the BUU by logging onto NEC's Electronic Bulletin Board System (BBS) and perform the procedures described in the following subsections.
Page 58: Precautions
Once connected, a name and password must be entered. When connecting for the first time, a questionnaire must be completed. At the NEC/Technologies Bulletin Board main menu, type F and then press En- ter for the File Menu. At the File Menu, type D and then press Enter for download.
Page 59: Using The Update Utility
BIOS versions. If the BIOS can be updated, the Main Menu ap- pears (see the following screen). If there is a problem, the appropriate message is displayed. NEC BIOS Update Utility Main Menu Information Display BIOS Version...
Page 60: Menu Functions
Setup and Operation 2-21 Menu Functions Use the Main Menu to update the BIOS version; other menu functions are optional. To se- lect a menu function, use the arrow keys to highlight the function and press Enter. If help is needed, press F1 for additional information.
Page 61 2-22 Setup and Operation Customize BIOS Use this option to customize the BIOS when the new BIOS is installed. When selected, a message similar to the following appears. Edit Sign-on Messages View Sign-on Message Clear Sign-on message Return The edit option creates or changes a custom sign-on message. This sign-on message can be up to 40 characters and is displayed every time the system boots.
Page 62 Setup and Operation 2-23 When selecting the Install New BIOS function, a message similar to the following appears. This procedure will install the new BIOS in your system. After the new BIOS is installed, your system will be reset. Enter “Y” to continue [N] Note: Your current BIOS will be saved if a copy of it does not already exist on this disk.
Page 63 2-24 Setup and Operation This procedure installs the previously saved BIOS in the system. Selecting this function dis- plays a message similar to the following. This procedure installs the previously saved BIOS in your computer. After the new BIOS is restored, your system is reset.
Page 64: Power Sources
Setup and Operation 2-25 POWER SOURCES For optimum performance and power conservation, use the AC adapter to power the Versa P series system. Other power sources include the primary and optional secondary battery pack, the optional car DC adapter and the optional Docking Station II. AC Adapter The AC adapter allows the system to operate with AC power, recharges the battery pack, and maintains the bridge battery.
Page 65: Battery Power
2-26 Setup and Operation Connect the AC adapter as follows: Connect the adapter's DC cable to the power connector on the rear of the system. Connect the other end to the AC adapter. Figure Section 2-5 Connecting the AC Adapter Connect one end of the AC power cable to the AC adapter.
Page 66: Discharging The Battery Pack
Setup and Operation 2-27 NOTE: It is not possible to charge the main battery when the power is on and the AC adapter is plugged in if a VersaBay module (i.e. the PCMCIA Pak) is installed. To recharge the battery, simply attach the AC adapter to the system. Charging the main battery with a Quick Charge takes 1.5 hours with power off.
Page 67: Replacing The Primary Battery Pack
2-28 Setup and Operation REPLACING THE PRIMARY BATTERY PACK To replace the primary battery pack with a fully charged battery, press the suspend button to activate Suspend mode. It is not necessary to turn off system power as long as Suspend mode is activated.
Page 68: Saving Battery Power
Setup and Operation 2-29 Insert the new battery pack into the battery compartment. Push the battery pack into the compartment until it locks into place. Battery Figure Section 2-7 Battery Pack Replacement Exit Suspend mode. Saving Battery Power The system utilizes three power conserving states: Active, Local Stand-by and Suspend mode.
Page 69: Automatic Power-Saving Features
2-30 Setup and Operation AUTOMATIC POWER-SAVING FEATURES Table Section 2-7 lists the Versa P series automatic power conserving features. These fea- tures work during battery and AC operation. The features listed below do not work when the optional Docking Station is connected. Battery life is also maintained by using the power management levels listed in the next section.
Page 70: Using The Multimedia Features
Use the microphone to record voice-overs, etc. CD-ROM Reader Connect a CD-ROM reader line-out, such as the NEC MultiSpin™, to the Versa P through the audio Line-In port. The CD-ROM can be connected through a parallel to SCSI port.
Page 71: Mixing
2-32 Setup and Operation Mixing Using audio software, it’s possible to mix analog and digital sounds to produce an overall effect. An audio editing application enables you to cut, copy, and paste portions of the soundtrack. The Versa P provides a Sound Blaster Pro-compatible mixer map and an ex- tended access mixer map.
Page 72: Section 3 Options
Section 3 Options This section provides installation procedures for the following Versa P series optional equipment: memory cards secondary battery pack hard disk drive PCMCIA cards VersaBay PCMCIA Module parallel printer external display external keyboard/mouse docking station car DC adapter port replicator.
Page 73: Memory Cards
Options MEMORY CARDS Use the following steps to install an optional 4-, 8-, 12-, 16-, or 32-MB memory card. Turn off system power. Remove the disk compartment cover. While pressing down on the memory com- partment cover, slide it to the right and remove it. Memory Compartment Cover...
Page 74: Memory Card Upgrade
Options Carefully align the memory card connector with the connector in the system. Press the card firmly into the connector. Memory Card Figure Section 3-2 Memory Card Upgrade Replace the memory compartment cover. When powering on after performing a memory upgrade, press to run Auto Setup.
Page 75: Secondary Battery Pack
Options SECONDARY BATTERY PACK The secondary battery pack is installed in the system's diskette drive slot. This procedure involves removing the standard diskette drive. Use the following steps to install the secon- dary battery pack in the diskette drive slot. Turn off system power.
Page 76: Secondary Battery Installation
Options Press the secondary battery pack firmly into the diskette drive slot. Secondary Battery Figure Section 3-4 Secondary Battery Installation...
Page 77: Hard Disk Drive
Options HARD DISK DRIVE Use the following steps to install a hard disk drive in the hard disk compartment. Turn off the system power. Remove the memory compartment cover by pressing it down and sliding it to the right. Slide the hard disk compartment cover downward to remove it. Memory Compartment Cover...
Page 78 Options Pull the drive lever down and pull the hard disk drive out of the slot. Drive Lever Figure Section 3-6 Hard Disk Drive Removal...
Page 79: Pcmcia Cards
These slots support a variety of cards including: PCMCIA Ethernet Card VersaPage (SkyTel) VersaConnect NEC Connector 2400bps Data/Fax Modem, available in U.S. only 14.4 Data/Fax Modem, available in U.S. only VersaPage, available in U.S. only...
Page 80 Options PCMCIA memory addresses and interrupts must not conflict with each other or with ad- dresses used by the system. Each PCMCIA card requires drivers and utilities loaded into the operating system to support the card. Follow the instructions provided with each optional PCMCIA card.
Page 81 3-10 Options Table Section 3-1 PCMCIA Drivers and Utilities Driver/Utility Description LINKSYS.CLB Network card library MTDDRV.EXE Memory driver executable MTSRAM.EXE Memory SRAM driver SOCKETEA.CLB Ethernet card library ® SSCIRRUS.EXE Socket services for Cirrus CL-PD6710, 6720, 6722 and Sotec PCMCIA controllers ®...
Page 82: Memory/Storage Card
Memory/Storage Card The memory/storage card may be inserted into either PCMCIA slot. When installing a memory/storage card in the Versa P series system, it will appear as a unique drive. De- pending on the type of card and slot used the drive designations are listed in Table 1. Table 1 PCMCIA Drive Designations Drive Letter...
Page 83: Installing The Pcmcia Modem
Options Remove the PCMCIA slot cover. Insert the PCMCIA modem into one of the PCMCIA slots. PCMCIA Slots PCMCIA Modem Figure -1 Installing the PCMCIA Modem Connect the telephone cable adapter to the PCMCIA modem. Modem Adapter Figure -2 Connecting the Adapter...
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Page 85: Opening The Rear Cover
3-22 Options DOCKING STATION The Docking Station II increases the system's expandability by providing: an internal hard disk drive slot for one thin-type and one half-height 3 1/2-inch drive a device slot that accepts up to two thin-type or half-height storage devices and one full-size storage device two expansion board slots for two full- or half-size AT-style expansion boards.
Page 86: Docking Station Ii Connection
Options 3-23 Check that the right rear cover is completely open. Slide the cover underneath the expansion port. Place the system on the Docking Station II and carefully align the Docking Sta- tion II's connector with the system's rear cover. Figure Section 3-2 Docking Station II Connection Firmly press the system into the Docking Station II's connector.
Page 87: Connecting The Car Dc Adapter
3-24 Options CAR DC ADAPTER Use the following steps to attach the car DC adapter. Check that the system power is turned off. Disconnect the AC adapter from the system if connected. Make sure that the arrow on the adapter cable connector faces upward. Plug one end of the car DC adapter to the system's power connector.
Page 88: Opening The Versa's Right Rear Cover
3-25 NEC VERSA PORT REPLICATOR The NEC Versa Port Replicator duplicates the ports on the computer's rear panel. When returning to the office, it provides a convenient way to reconnect the Versa P to peripherals. NOTE: Power off the Versa P before installing or removing the port replicator.
Page 89: Attaching The Port Replicator
3-26 Options Carefully align the port replicator connector with the Versa system's expansion connector. Firmly press the port replicator into the expansion connector. Port Replicator Figure Section 3-5 Attaching the Port Replicator...
Page 90: Fax/Modem Card - Dual Connection Installation
Options Connect one end of the modular telephone cable to the adapter's telephone jack. Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the wall outlet. Figure -3 Modem Connection Fax/Modem Card — Dual Connection Installation Use the following procedure to attach the fax/modem card and a telephone to a telephone outlet using a dual-RJ11 connection.
Page 91: Installing A Dual Connection Fax/Modem Card
Options Figure 4 Installing a Dual Connection Fax/Modem Card Connect the modem's adapter to the PCMCIA modem. Modem Adapter Figure5 Connecting the Adapter Connect one end of a modular telephone cable to the adapter's telephone jack. Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the single jack on the dual-RJ11 connector.
Page 92 Options Connect another telephone cable to the other available jack of the dual-RJ11 con- nector and to the wall outlet. Dual- Connector Figure - 6 Dual-RJ11 Connection NOTE: Outside the U.S. and Canada, use an international telephone adapter. Refer to the modem documentation for more information on using the modem.
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Page 94 3-16 Options...
Page 95: Versabay Pcmcia Module
Options 3-17 VERSABAY PCMCIA MODULE The VersaBay PCMCIA module installs in the system’s diskette drive slot. The module adds two more PCMCIA card slots to the system when you are not using the diskette drive or secondary battery. Use the following steps to install the VersaBay PCMCIA module in the diskette drive slot.
Page 96: Versabay Pcmcia Module Installation
3-18 Options Press the VersaBay module firmly into the diskette drive slot. VersaBay PCMCIA Module Figure Section 3-2 VersaBay PCMCIA Module Installation To reconfigure the system, select the “File” in the Windows Program Manager. Select Run, type sysedit in the command line, and press Enter.
Page 97: Parallel Printer
Options 3-19 Follow the instructions provided with each optional PCMCIA card. PARALLEL PRINTER Use the following steps to attach a parallel printer to the system using a parallel printer ca- ble and the system's 25-pin connector. Check that the system and printer power are turned off. Press the left rear cover latch and open the left rear cover of the system.
Page 98: External Display
3-20 Options EXTERNAL DISPLAY Use the following steps to attach an external display. Check that the system and display power are turned off. Press the left rear cover latch and open the left rear cover of the system. Attach the display cable connector to the CRT port on the system. Screws Figure Section 3-4 CRT Port Location...
Page 99: External Keyboard Mouse
Options 3-21 EXTERNAL KEYBOARD/MOUSE Use the following steps to connect a PS/2-style keyboard or mouse to the system. When the mouse or keyboard is connected, the standard and external keyboard can be used simulta- neously. Check that system power is turned off or in Suspend mode. Press the left rear cover latch and open the left rear cover of the system.
Page 100: Section 4 Troubleshooting And Repair
Troubleshooting and Repair This section provides information on maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing NEC Versa P series laptop computers. SERVICE NEC service and information telephone numbers are listed in Table Section 4-1. Table Section 4-1 NEC Service and Information Telephone Numbers Service Call To order NEC spare parts In the U.S., call 1(800) 632-4525...
Page 101: Technical Support
NEC Technologies Technical Support Center (TSC) provides an E-mail service for Internet users besides the support listed in Table Section 4-1. Technical questions regarding NEC Technologies products can be sent over the Internet system to TSC. The Internet address is as follows: tech-support@nectech.com.
Page 102: Ordering Information From Fastfacts
Troubleshooting and Repair Ordering Information from FastFacts Order information from FastFacts as follows. Check that the fax machine is on. Locate the document part number. Using a touch-tone telephone, call 1-800-366-0476 (U.S. and Canada only). For international use, enter the international long distance access number, the U.S. country code, the U.S.
Page 103: Maintenance
Troubleshooting and Repair MAINTENANCE This subsection contains general information for cleaning and checking the system unit, keyboard, and LCD. The system unit, keyboard, and LCD indicator panel require cleaning and checking at least once a year and more often if operating in a dusty environment. No other scheduled mainte- nance is required.
Page 104: Cleaning The Versatrack
Troubleshooting and Repair Cleaning the VersaTrack Use the steps below to clean the ball and roller inside the VersaTrack. Turn off system power. Position the system with the VersaTrack facing up. Pull open the VersaTrack cover and remove the cover. VersaTrack VersaTrack Cover...
Page 105: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting and Repair TROUBLESHOOTING The system has a built-in checking program called POST that automatically tests compo- nents at power-on. If the system locates a problem during POST the system displays an er- ror message. See Table 2-4, “POST Error Messages” in Section 2 for a complete list of power-on self-test errors.
Page 106 Troubleshooting and Repair Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Corrective Action System halts during loading 1. Check condition of selected bootload device (diskette or sequence. hard disk) for bad boot track or incorrect OS files. 2. Try booting from diskette or recopy operating system files onto the hard disk.
Page 107: Remote Technical Support
Follow these steps to prepare the system for remote support. A modem must be installed in the system and connected to a telephone line. With the system power off, insert the NEC Hardware Utilities diskette into the diskette drive. Turn on system power. A menu appears.
Page 108: Nec Communications Assistant
Troubleshooting and Repair NEC Communications Assistant The NEC Communications Assistant file provides information on possible solutions to communications problems. The file includes an indexed list of troubleshooting tips and techniques on telecommunications topics such as: modem “HotSwapping” LAN reconnection Token-Ring configuration management.
Page 109 4-10 Troubleshooting and Repair Table Section 4-3 Diagnostic Output and Beep Codes Diagnostic Port Output Beep Codes Description of Test or Failure E_MBIT EQU 16h 2-2-3 1st 64K RAM chip or data line failure - bit 6 E_MBIT EQU 17h 2-2-4 1st 64K RAM chip or data line failure - bit 7 E_MBIT...
Page 110 Troubleshooting and Repair 4-11 Table Section 4-4 lists codes that are reported via DIAGNP and the speaker. Table Section 4-4 Diagnostic Output and Beep Codes Looped on POST Diagnostic Port Output Beep Codes Description of Test or Failure E_TIMRI EQU 34h 4-2-1 Timer tick interrupt test in progress or failure E_SHUTD...
Page 111 Section 4 Figure Section 4-1 Table Section 4-1 Table Section 4-2 Table Section 4-3 Table Section 4-4...
Page 112: Disassembly And Reassembly
4-12 Troubleshooting and Repair DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY This subsection contains step-by-step disassembly procedures for the system. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly. Each procedure is supported by a simplified disassembly illus- tration to facilitate removal. The detailed exploded-view diagram and parts lists for the sys- tem unit are shown later in this subsection.
Page 113: Primary Battery Pack (Nimh Battery)
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-13 Primary Battery Pack (NiMH Battery) Remove the primary battery pack as follows. Turn off the system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Push the release latch while removing the primary battery from the compartment. Battery Release Latch Figure Section 4-2 Release Latch Location...
Page 114 Section 4 Figure Section 4-1 Figure Section 4-2 Table Section 4-1 Table Section 4-2 Table Section 4-3 Table Section 4-4 Table Section 4-5...
Page 115: Memory Card
4-14 Troubleshooting and Repair Memory Card Remove the memory card from the system as follows. Turn off the system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Press the memory compartment cover down and slide it to the right. Use a flat- head screwdriver to lift off the cover.
Page 116: Hard Disk Drive
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-15 Remove the memory card from the memory card connector. Memory Card Figure Section 4-4 Memory Card Removal Hard Disk Drive Use the following steps to remove the hard disk drive. Turn off system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Remove the primary battery pack as previously described.
Page 117 4-16 Troubleshooting and Repair Remove the memory compartment cover by pressing it down and sliding it to the right. Remove the hard disk slot cover by sliding it downward. Memory Compartment Cover Disk Compartment Cover Figure Section 4-5 Cover Removal Pull the drive lever down and pull the hard disk drive out of the slot.
Page 118: Lcd
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-17 Remove the LCD from the system as follows. Turn off system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Remove the primary battery pack as previously described. Open the LCD to the working position. Turn the system around to view the rear panel.
Page 119 4-18 Troubleshooting and Repair Lift the LCD up and out of the connector. Put it aside. Return the locking tabs to the original position. Figure Section 4-8 LCD Removal...
Page 120 Troubleshooting and Repair 4-17 Section 4 Figure Section 4-1 Figure Section 4-2 Figure Section 4-3 Figure Section 4-4 Figure Section 4-5 Figure Section 4-6 Figure Section 4-7 Figure Section 4-8 Table Section 4-1 Table Section 4-2 Table Section 4-3 Table Section 4-4...
Page 121 Troubleshooting and Repair 4-18...
Page 122: Top Cover, Keyboard
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-19 Top Cover, Keyboard Use the following steps to remove the top cover and/or keyboard. Turn off system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Remove the following: diskette drive primary battery pack memory compartment cover hard disk drive cover hard disk drive any options LCD.
Page 123: Removing The Top Cover
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-20 Turn the system right side up. Use a flat-headed screwdriver to detach each side of the top cover frame from the inserts. Lift off the system's top cover. Figure Section 4-10 Removing the Top Cover To remove the keyboard, continue using the following step.
Page 124: Lcd Indicator Panel
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-21 Disconnect the two ribbon-like keyboard connectors from connectors P2 and P3 and remove the keyboard. Keyboard Connector Figure Section 4-11 Keyboard Connectors LCD Indicator Panel Use the following steps to remove the LCD indicator panel. Turn off system power. Remove the AC adapter if connected. Remove the following as previously described: primary battery pack diskette drive...
Page 125: Diskette Drive
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-22 Using a screwdriver, open the locking tabs on either side of the LCD indicator panel connector. Disconnect the LCD indicator panel connector (P4) and remove the LCD indicator panel. LCD Indicator Panel LCD Indicator Panel Locking Tabs Figure Section 4-12 Locking Tabs Diskette Drive...
Page 126: Diskette Drive Release Latch Location
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-23 Push the diskette drive release latch while pulling out the diskette drive. Diskette Drive Release Latch Figure Section 4-13 Diskette Drive Release Latch Location Diskette Drive Figure Section 4-14 Diskette Drive Removal...
Page 127: Cmos Battery
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-24 CMOS Battery Use the following steps to remove the CMOS battery. The CMOS battery is a round, silver- colored 3-volt battery. Remove the following as previously described: top cover keyboard. Disconnect the CMOS battery from connector P8 on the CPU board. Remove the CPU board and locate the CMOS battery taped to the metal frame.
Page 128 Section 4 Figure Section 4-1 Figure Section 4-2 Figure Section 4-3 Figure Section 4-4 Figure Section 4-5 Figure Section 4-6 Figure Section 4-7 Figure Section 4-8 Figure Section 4-9 Figure Section 4-10 Figure Section 4-11 Figure Section 4-12 Figure Section 4-13 Figure Section 4-14 Figure Section 4-15 Table Section 4-1...
Page 129 4-24 Troubleshooting and Repair...
Page 130: Cpu Board
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-25 CPU Board Use the following steps to remove the CPU board (see Figure Section 4-16). Turn off system power. Remove the AC adapter or battery pack (if installed). Remove the following as previously described. primary battery pack diskette drive hard disk drive memory card...
Page 131: Bridge Battery
4-26 Troubleshooting and Repair Bridge Battery Use the following steps to remove the bridge battery (see Figure Section 4-17). Turn off the system power. Remove the battery and/or AC adapter if connected. Remove the following as previously described: keyboard hard disk drive. Disconnect the bridge battery connector (P11) from the system board.
Page 132: Versatrack Assembly
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-27 VersaTrack Assembly Use the following steps to remove the VersaTrack assembly. Turn off the system power. Remove the battery and/or AC adapter if connected. Remove the following as previously described: base unit top cover keyboard metal keyboard support. Carefully lift the latch assembly out of the system.
Page 133: System Board
4-28 Troubleshooting and Repair Disconnect the VersaTrack cable from connector CN3 on the system board. VersaTrack Connector Figure Section 4-19 VersaTrack Cable Connector Lift the VersaTrack assembly up and out of the system frame. System Board Use the following steps to remove the system board (see Figure Section 4-20). Turn off system power.
Page 134: System Board Connectors
Troubleshooting and Repair 4-29 Remove any cables or components attached to the connectors shown in the figure below. Figure Section 4-20 System Board Connectors Lift out the system board.
Page 135: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Troubleshooting and Repair ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN This subsection contains the illustrated parts breakdown (IPB) and NEC part numbers for the Versa P series system. Table Section 4-6 and Figure Section 4-21 show the upper as- sembly field-replaceable parts for the system. Table Section 4-7 and Figure Section 4-22 show the lower assembly field-replaceable parts for the system.
Page 136 Troubleshooting and Repair 4-31 Figure Section 4-21 Versa P Series Parts Breakdown — Upper Assembly* ____________ This data was prepared January 1995. For an up-to-date listing of spare parts, please call FastFacts (800) 366-0476 and order document number 42181106...
Page 137 4-32 Troubleshooting and Repair Table Section 4-7 Versa P Series Field-Replaceable Parts Lower Assembly* Item Description Part Number AC Adapter 808-891664-001A Primary Battery Pack (NiMH) 804-021153-301A PCMCIA Cover 136-233003-001A Bottom Base Assembly 136-236039-001A Expansion Port Cover 136-230148-001A I/O Port Cover 136-234508-001A Hard Disk Drive Cover 136-878594-001A...
Page 138 Troubleshooting and Repair 4-33 Figure Section 4-22 Versa P Series Parts Breakdown Lower Assembly* ____________ This data was prepared January 1995. For an up-to-date listing of spare parts, please call FastFacts (800) 366-0476 and order document number 42181106...
Page 139 OP-710-4410 VersaPage (Skytel) 158-057122-001 OP-710-4410 VersaConnect w/ case and modem (Nokia) 158-057081-000 OP-710-4400 VersaConnect w/ case (Nokia) 158-057081-001 OP-710-4401 VersaConnect w/ case and modem (NEC) 158-057121-000 OP-710-4403 VersaConnect w/ case (NEC) 158-057121-001 OP-710-4404 NEC Connector 158-057116-000 OP-NEC-4000 Nokia Connector 158-057082-000...
Page 140: Section 5 Troubleshooting And Options For The Docking Station
This section provides information on troubleshooting and repairing the optional Versa series Docking Station II. See Table Section 5-1 for a list of possible problems and solutions. For complete NEC service and repair information specific to the Versa P series computer, see Section 4, Troubleshooting and Repair.
Page 141 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Table Section 5-1 Docking Station II Problems and Solutions Problem Corrective Action Parallel device does not work. 1. Check that the parallel device is powered on. 2. Check that the system is configured for a parallel device. 3.
Page 142: Disassembly And Reassembly
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY This subsection contains step-by-step disassembly procedures for the Docking Station II. Each procedure is supported by a simplified disassembly illustration to facilitate removal. The detailed exploded-view diagram and parts list for the unit is shown later in this subsec- tion.
Page 143: Crt Base Removal
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II CRT Base/Top Cover Assembly Use the following steps to remove the CRT base cover or the top cover assembly. Remove the CRT base from the Docking Station II. CRT Base Tabs Notches Figure Section 5-1 CRT Base Removal To remove the top cover, first remove the screw on the Docking Station II's rear panel.
Page 144: Top Cover Removal
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Remove the two screws on either side of the expansion connector. Figure Section 5-3 Two Screws Pull the cover forward. Pull the sides of the cover outward slightly and lift the cover up and off of the Docking Station II. Figure Section 5-4 Top Cover Removal...
Page 145: Top Cover Mask Assembly Screws
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Top Cover Mask Assembly Use the following steps to remove the top cover mask assembly. Remove the following as previously described: CRT base (if installed) top cover. Position the top cover over so that the open end faces you. Remove the five screws securing the top cover mask assembly to the top cover.
Page 146: Blank Panel Removal/Power Switch Assembly Screws
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II To remove the power switch assembly, remove the two screws securing the as- sembly to the chassis. Power Switch Assembly Figure Section 5-6 Blank Panel Removal/Power Switch Assembly Screws Disconnect the power switch cable from the interface board. Remove the power switch assembly.
Page 147 Section 5 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Figure Section 5-1 Figure Section 5-2 Figure Section 5-3 Figure Section 5-4 Figure Section 5-5 Figure Section 5-6 Figure Section 5-7 Table Section 5-1 Table Section 5-2...
Page 148: Cable Removal
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Interface Board Use the following steps to remove the interface board. Remove the following as previously described: CRT base (if installed) top cover. Disconnect the cables from the interface board. HDD Connector Power Supply (CN9) Connectors...
Page 149: Interface Board Bracket Screws (Rear Panel)
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Remove the two screws securing the interface board bracket to the rear panel. Figure Section 5-9 Interface Board Bracket Screws (Rear Panel) Remove the screw securing the interface board to the backplane board. Remove the interface board and bracket from the system.
Page 150: Interface Board Removal
5-10 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Remove the four screws securing the interface board to the bracket. Remove the interface board from the bracket. Screws Figure Section 5-11 Interface Board Removal Backplane Board Use the following steps to remove the backplane board. Remove the following as previously described.
Page 151: Backplane Board Screws
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-11 Remove the two screws that secure the backplane board to the chassis. Lift the board out of the chassis. Screws Figure Section 5-13 Backplane Board Screws...
Page 152: Led Panel Board Screws
5-12 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II LED Panel Board Use the following steps to remove the LED panel board. Remove the following as previously described: CRT base (if installed) top cover. To remove the LED panel board, disconnect the LED interface cable from con- nector 2 on the backplane board.
Page 153: Sound Board Connector And Screws
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-13 Sound Board Use the following steps to remove the sound board. Remove the following as previously described: CRT base (if installed) top cover LED panel board. Remove the two screws securing the sound board to the chassis. Remove the board.
Page 154: Signal Cable(S) Removal
5-14 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Locate the hard disk drive signal cable and disconnect the end attached to the hard disk drive. Next, disconnect the end attached to the interface board. Remove the hard disk drive signal cable. FDD Signal HDD Signal Connectors...
Page 155 Section 5 Figure Section 5-1 Figure Section 5-2 Figure Section 5-3 Figure Section 5-4 Figure Section 5-5 Figure Section 5-6 Figure Section 5-7 Figure Section 5-8 Figure Section 5-9 Figure Section 5-10 Figure Section 5-11 Figure Section 5-12 Figure Section 5-13 Figure Section 5-14 Figure Section 5-15 Figure Section 5-16...
Page 156 5-14 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II...
Page 157: Power Supply
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-15 Power Supply Table Section 5-3 lists the Docking Station II power supply requirements. Table Section 5-3 Power Supply Requirements Characteristic Specification Input Voltage (nominal) 100 to 240-V, Autosensing/Autoswitching Frequency 50/60 Hz Output Voltage +5V (7.3 A maximum) -5V (0.1 A maximum)
Page 158: Hard Disk Drive Guide Removal
5-16 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Disconnect all power supply cable connectors, including the power supply cables connected to the backplane board, interface board, and drives. To open the plastic clip securing the power supply cables, push the notch on the plastic clip upward.
Page 159: Power Supply Removal
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-17 Push the power supply towards the front of the Docking Station II, releasing it from the tabs on the bottom of the base unit. Figure Section 5-20 Power Supply Removal Lift the power supply up and out of the Docking Station II.
Page 160: Docking Station Ii Options
5-18 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II DOCKING STATION II OPTIONS Read the subsections that follow for instructions on installing Docking Station II options. Before installing each option, review the following guidelines: turn off and unplug the Docking Station II disconnect and remove the Versa system from the Docking Station II disconnect any peripheral devices connected to the Docking Station II remove the Docking Station II CRT base and cover, see the “CRT Base/Top...
Page 161: Expansion Slot Cover Removal
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-19 Remove the screw that secures the expansion board slot cover to the chassis. Figure Section 5-22 Expansion Slot Cover Removal Align the expansion board with the expansion slot connector. Press the board firmly until it is seated securely in the connector.
Page 162 5-20 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Secure the board with the screw removed earlier. Figure Section 5-24 Expansion Board Installation...
Page 163 Section 5 Figure Section 5-1 Figure Section 5-2 Figure Section 5-3 Figure Section 5-4 Figure Section 5-5 Figure Section 5-6 Figure Section 5-7 Figure Section 5-8 Figure Section 5-9 Figure Section 5-10 Figure Section 5-11 Figure Section 5-12 Figure Section 5-13 Figure Section 5-14 Figure Section 5-15 Figure Section 5-16...
Page 164 5-20 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II...
Page 165: Diskette/Tape Drive Installation
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-21 Diskette/Tape Drive Installation Use the following steps to install a diskette or tape drive in the Docking Station II. First, read “Docking Station II Options” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Remove the blank panel covering the appropriate drive slot.
Page 166: Drive A Selection Switch Location
5-22 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Set the Diskette Drive A Selection Switch as follows. Push the switch up to select the Versa system diskette drive as Drive A and the Docking Station II diskette drive as Drive B. Push the switch down to select the Docking Station II diskette drive as Drive A and the Versa diskette drive as Drive B.
Page 167: Hard Disk Drive Installation
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-23 Hard Disk Drive Installation Use the following steps to install a hard disk drive in the Docking Station II. First, read “Docking Station II Options” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Locate the drive guide in the Docking Station II.
Page 168: External Crt Monitor Installation
5-24 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Locate the hard disk drive signal cable. One end of the signal cable is attached to the Docking Station II's interface board. Attach the other end, connector C (for the first hard disk drive) or connector D (for the second hard disk drive) to the signal connector on the hard disk drive.
Page 169: Monitor Cable Connection
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-25 Carefully place the external monitor on the CRT base. Attach the monitor's 15-pin signal cable connector to the Docking Station II's monitor port. Signal Cable Figure Section 5-32 Monitor Cable Connection Plug one end of the power cable into the power socket on the back of the moni- tor.
Page 170: External Keyboard And Mouse Installation
5-26 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II External Keyboard and Mouse Installation Use the following steps to install an external keyboard or mouse in the Docking Station II. First, read “Docking Station II Options” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Locate the keyboard port on the front of the Docking Station II.
Page 171: Headphones And Microphone Installation
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-27 Headphones and Microphone Installation Use the following steps to install headphones or a microphone in the Docking Station II. First, read “Docking Station II Options” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Locate the headphone and microphone ports.
Page 172 Section 5 Figure Section 5-1 Figure Section 5-2 Figure Section 5-3 Figure Section 5-4 Figure Section 5-5 Figure Section 5-6 Figure Section 5-7 Figure Section 5-8 Figure Section 5-9 Figure Section 5-10 Figure Section 5-11 Figure Section 5-12 Figure Section 5-13 Figure Section 5-14 Figure Section 5-15 Figure Section 5-16...
Page 173: Parallel Printer Installation
5-28 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Parallel Printer Installation Use the following steps to install a parallel printer for use with the Docking Station II. First, read “Docking Station II Options” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Power off the Docking Station II.
Page 174: Rs-232C Device
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-29 RS-232C Device Use the following steps to install an RS-232C device. First, read “Docking Station II Op- tions” earlier in this section for pre-installation guidelines. Power off the Docking Station II and any optional devices connected to it. Con- nect one end of the RS-232C cable to the serial communication port on the Docking Station II.
Page 175: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN This subsection contains the illustrated parts breakdown (IPB) and NEC part numbers for the Versa Series Docking Station II. Table Section 5-4 lists the field-replaceable parts for the computer. Figure Section 5-37 is the illustrated parts breakdown.
Page 176 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II 5-31 Table Section 5-4 Docking Station II Field-Replaceable Parts List Item Description Part Number LED Panel Assembly 136-235161-A Shipping Carton (not shown) 136-261671-442-0 Versa Series Docking Station II User's Guide (not shown) 819-181036-000...
Page 177: Versa Series Docking Station Ii Ipb
5-32 Troubleshooting and Options for the Docking Station II Figure Section 5-37 Versa Series Docking Station II IPB* ____________ This data was prepared January 1995. For an up-to-date listing of spare parts, please call FastFacts (800) 366-0476 and order document number 42181106...

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