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NEC Versa 2500 Series Manual

NEC Versa 2500 Series Manual (167 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.12 MB

Table of Contents

Federal Communications Commission
2
Using this Guide

3
- Related Documents
  5
- Table of Contents
  6
1 Getting Started

12
- Getting to Know Your NEC Versa
  13
  - Around the Front of the System
    14
    
    LCD Panel
    14
    
    Speakers and Status Leds
    15
    
    Keyboard
    17
    
    NEC Versaglide
    17
    
    Battery Pack Bay
    18
- Around the Back of the System
  18
- Around the Sides of the System
  20
  - The Left Side
    20
  - The Right Side
    21
- Around the Bottom of the System
  22
- NEC Versa Power Sources
  23
  - Using the AC Adapter
    23
    
    Powering on
    26
  - Using the Main Battery Pack
    26
    
    Installing the Battery Pack
    27
  - When to Change the Battery Pack
    28
  - Battery Handling
    28
    
    Replacing the Battery Pack
    29
  - Battery Life
    30
  - Extending Battery Life
    30
  - Battery Charging
    31
  - Battery Precautions
    32
  - Battery Disposal
    33
- Internal Batteries
  33
  - CMOS Battery
    33
- System Care
  34
  - Precautions
    34
  - Storage Requirements
    37
  - Routine Cleaning
    38
2 Understanding the Software

39
- Windows Introduction
  40
  - Windows 95
    41
  - Windows for Workgroups
    42
- DOS Introduction
  43
- Guide to Online Help
  43
- Guide to NEC Utilities
  45
  - Setup
    45
  - Battery Gauge Utility
    45
  - Phdisk
    45
- Other Software
  46
  - Phoenix Card Manager
    46
  - Laplink
    46
    
    How to Use Laplink
    47
  - Mcafee Anti-Virus Software
    48
  - Videosaver
    50
  - Xingmpeg Player
    50
  - Microsoft Works
    51
  - Microsoft Money
    51
  - Microsoft Return of Arcade
    51
  - Microsoft Sampler
    51
- Online Services
  52
  - America Online
    54
  - Compuserve and WOW! from Compuserve
    55
  - AT&T Worldnet
    56
  - Netscape Navigator Dial up Edition
    57
  - Official Airline Guide (OAG)
    58
3 Using Setup and Power Management

60
- Setup Utility
  60
  - How to Enter Setup
    61
  - How to Use Setup
    61
    
    Looking at Screens
    62
    
    Using Keys
    63
  - Checking/Setting System Parameters
    63
    
    Setup Parameters
    64
    
    Main
    66
    
    Peripherals
    67
    
    Security
    67
    
    Power Savings
    69
- Using Power Management
  70
  - Power Saving Modes
    70
  - Power Management Settings
    71
  - Using Fn-Esc
    72
4 Using Your NEC Versa Computer

73
- Lcd
  73
- Keyboard
  74
  - Function Keys
    74
- NEC Versaglide
  77
- Drive Bays
  81
- Optional 8X CD-ROM Reader
  84
- CD Care
  87
- PC Cards
  87
  - Type II Cards
    87
  - Type II Extended Cards
    88
  - Type III Cards
    88
    
    Communication Cards
    88
    
    Interface Cards
    89
    
    PC Card Modems
    89
    
    Storage Cards
    89
    
    Other Cards
    90
  - PCM Plus Drivers
    90
  - PC Card Enablers
    91
  - Disabling Preloaded PCMCIA Drivers
    92
  - PC Card Slots
    93
    
    Inserting a PC Card
    93
    
    Removing a Card
    94
  - IR Port
    95
- Increasing System Storage and Memory
  96
  - Hard Disk
    96
  - Installing a Memory Module
    96
    
    Reviewing the Memory Map
    99
- Installing Options
  100
  - External Monitor
    100
  - Printer
    102
    
    Parallel Devices
    102
    
    Serial Devices
    103
  - Serial Mouse Use
    105
    
    Windows 95 Systems
    105
    
    MS-DOS Mode
    106
    
    Windows for Workgroups Systems
    107
  - External Keyboard/Mouse
    109
  - External Audio Options
    110
    
    NEC Port Replicator 2400
    111
    
    Using the Port Replicator 2400
    112
    
    Using TV Output
    113
    
    Changing Video Settings
    114
    
    Connecting Your Notebook to a TV
    115
    
    Setting the System BIOS to TV Mode
    115
    
    Disabling TV Mode
    116
5 Using Multimedia

118
- Audio
  118
  - Recording
    118
  - Line-In
    120
  - Microphone
    121
  - Playing Back
    121
    
    Using External Stereo Speakers
    122
    
    Using Headphones
    122
    
    Using the Built-In Speakers
    122
  - MIDI Files
    122
- Video
  123
  - Using Animation Files
    123
- Multimedia Applications
  123
  - Videosaver
    124
6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa

126
- Power Connections
  126
- Checklists
  127
  - What to Take
    127
  - Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel
    128
7 Solving Problems

129
- Problem Checklist
  129
- Start-Up Problems
  131
  - POST Error Messages
    131
- If You Need Assistance
  134
- Getting Help
  135
  - Updating the System BIOS
    136
- Distribution Diskette Creator (DDC)
  137
- NEC Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
  138
A Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

140
- Making Your Computer Work for You
  140
- Arrange Your Equipment
  142
- Adjust Your Chair
  142
- Adjust Your Input Devices
  143
- Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
  144
- Vary Your Workday
  145
- Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
  146
B Specifications and Environment

147
- Battery Replacement
  153
Glossary

154
Index

163

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NEC Versa 2500 Series Service Manual

NEC Versa 2500 Series Service Manual (104 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.07 MB

Table of Contents

Preface
2
Table of Contents
3
Abbreviations
11
List of Figures

14
Introduction

14
- NEC Versa 2500 Series Notebook
  14
List of Tables

15
- Feature Highlights
  15
- System Configuration
  16
- System Configuration Diagram
  16
- Quick Tour of the Notebook
  17
  - Main Components
    17
    
    Color LCD Display Panel
    17
    
    Power Switch/Lcd Cover Switch
    17
    
    Status Panel and Power Indicator
    17
    
    Keyboard
    18
- Standard Keyboard Layout
  18
- Fn Key Combination Summary
  18
  - Versaglide
    19
  - Memory Slot Compartment
    20
  - The Right Side of the Notebook
    20
    
    Built-In Disk Drive
    20
    
    PC Card Slot Compartment
    20
    
    Hard Disk Drive Compartment
    21
  - Front of the Notebook
    21
    
    Battery Compartment
    21
- Inserting a PC Card
  21
  - Left Side of the Notebook
    22
    
    DC-IN Connector Jack
    22
- Removing the Battery Pack
  22
  - Hardware Reset Switch
    23
  - The Rear of the Notebook
    23
    
    External Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port
    23
- Connecting the AC Adapter to the Notebook
  23
- The Rear Side of the Notebook
  23
  - VGA Port
    24
- Connecting an External Monitor
  24
  - Printer Port
    25
  - Serial Port (COM1)
    25
  - Bottom of the Notebook
    25
- Connecting to the Printer Port
  25
- Connecting to the Serial Port
  25
  - Battery Module Handle and Lock
    26
  - ROM Memory Compartment Cover
    26
- Bottom View of the Notebook
  26
- System BIOS Setup Program
  27
- The Boot Setup Menu
  27
- Boot Main Setup Menu
  28
- Boot Setup Peripherals Menu
  29
- Boot Setup Security Menu
  30
- Boot Setup Power Savings Menu
  31
- System Upgrades
  32
- Memory Upgrade Procedure
  32
- MB Memory Configurations
  32
- System BIOS Upgrade Procedure
  33
General Specifications

35
- NEC Versa 2500 Series Specifications
  35
- Product MIX
  40
- System Board Specifications
  41
- Main Board Specifications
  41
- Transfer Board Specifications
  42
- Converter Board Specifications
  42
- LED Indicator Board Specifications
  43
- I/O Board Specifications
  44
- LCD Inverter Board Specifications
  46
- LED Status Indicators Specifications
  47
- Diskette Drive Specifications
  47
- Status LED Descriptions
  47
- HDD Unit Specifications
  48
- CD-ROM Specifications
  48
- NIMH Battery Pack Specifications
  48
- Hard Disk Drive Specifications
  48
- CD-ROM Reader Specifications
  48
- Battery Specifications
  48
- DC/DC Converter & Battery Charger Specifications
  49
- Battery Charger Specifications
  49
- Keyboard Specifications
  50
- AC/DC Adapter Specifications
  50
- BIOS Specifications
  51
- Micro-Controller Function Description
  52
- Micro-Controller Specifications
  52
- Power Management Features (Mode Definition)
  53
- Power Management Modes
  53
- Power Management Features (Mode Transition)
  54
- Mode Definitions
  54
- Hot Key Definition
  55
- Environmental Specifications
  55
- Hot Keys
  55
- Power Source Specifications
  56
- Vibration Specifications
  56
- Shock Specifications
  56
- Power Specifications
  56
- Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Specifications
  57
Hardware Functional Overview

58
- Functional Block Diagram
  59
- System BIOS
  59
  - System Processor
    60
  - Major Functional Blocks
    60
- System Logic Controller
  61
- Memory Subsystem
  63
  - DRAM Memory
    63
- I/O Subsystem
  63
- VIDEO Subsystem
  64
  - Video Chipset Controller
    64
  - External VGA Capability
    65
- Keyboard Subsystem
  65
- PCMCIA Controller and Sockets
  66
- Hard Disk Subsystem
  66
- Diskette Drive Subsystem
  67
- Pointing Device Subsystem
  67
- Power Subsystem
  67
  - AC Power Adapter
    67
  - Internal Battery Pack
    68
  - Power Board
    68
  - LCD Inverter Board Assembly
    68
Field Service Guidelines

69
Troubleshooting and Repair

85
- Service Information
  85
- Technical Support
  85
- NEC Service and Information Telephone Numbers
  85
- Product Information
  86
  - Ordering Information from Fastfacts
    86
- Helpful Starters
  87
- Power on Self Test (POST)
  88
- POST Error Messages
  88
  - POST Messages
    88
  - Informational Messages
    91
- BIOS Informational Messages
  91
  - Run-Time Error Messages
    92
- Quick Troubleshooting
  93
Appendix A Video Modes

96
- VGA Standard Modes
  96
- VGA Extended Modes
  98
- VGA High Refresh Modes
  100
  - Battery Replacement
    101
  - Battery Disposal
    101

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