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Page 1 NECCSD is prohibited. FaxFlash is a service mark of NEC Computer Systems Division (NECCSD), Packard Bell NEC, Inc. NEC and PowerMate are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation, used under license. All other product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective trademark owners.
Page 2: Using This Guide
® including the Setup Utility, LANDesk Client Manager, and the NEC Select Install CD. Chapter 5, Installing Options, provides installation procedures for internal and external options. Chapter 6, Setting System Board Jumpers, provides information on changing jumper settings when reconfiguring your system.
Page 3 Chapter 8, If You Have a Problem, contains troubleshooting tips for solving simple problems and provides information on where you can find help when you cannot solve a problem yourself. Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment, contains guidelines to help you use your computer productively and safely.
Page 4: Text Conventions
TEXT CONVENTIONS This guide uses the following text conventions. Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings: WARNING Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss of life. CAUTION Cautions indicate situations that can damage the hardware or software.
Page 5: Related Documents
RELATED DOCUMENTS In addition to this guide, the following printed documentation ships with your computer. NEC PowerMate Enterprise Quick Setup/Quick- Reference Roadmap Quick Setup contains information for quickly getting your system up and running. Read this information to set up the system for the first time.
Page 6 In addition to the documentation that ships with the system, the following documentation is available from NECCSD: NEC PowerMate Enterprise Series Service and Reference Manual (part number 819-181872-000) This manual provides information for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing your computer. This...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Using This Guide Text Conventions............xiii Related Documents ........... Introducing Your Computer Front Features ............System Controls and Lamps......... IR Window............Diskette Drive A ..........CD-ROM Reader..........PCMCIA Card Host ..........1-12 Tape Backup Unit..........1-13 Zip Drive............. 1-15 Stand..............
Page 8 Protecting Your Work.......... 2-15 Productivity.............. 2-16 Saving Your Work..........2-16 Backing Up Your Work ........2-16 Printing a Document ..........2-17 System Care ............. 2-18 Protecting Your System from Damage....2-18 Keeping Your System in Good Condition ..... 2-20 Cleaning Your Mouse .......... 2-20 Moving or Shipping Your System ......
Page 9 NECCSD Tools and Utilities The Setup Utility ............When to Use Setup ..........How to Start Setup ..........How to Use Setup ..........Main Menu............Displayed Information........System Time/Date .......... Floppy Options ..........Primary and Secondary IDE......Advanced Menu........... 4-10 PnP O/S ............
Page 10 Monitoring Capabilities ........4-27 Using the Chassis Intrusion Notification Feature .. 4-28 NEC Auto Backup..........4-29 NEC Security ............4-30 NEC Select Install CD ..........4-30 Operating System Restore........4-31 Selective Application Restore Program....4-41 Installing Options General Rules ............
Page 11 Removing a DIMM..........5-36 Installing a DIMM..........5-37 Data Storage Devices..........5-38 Locating Device Slots .......... 5-39 Preparing the Device..........5-42 Connecting Device Cables........5-43 Diskette Drive Signal Cable ......5-46 IDE Signal Cables .......... 5-47 Internal SCSI Devices Cable ......5-48 System Power Cables........
Page 12 Setting System Board Jumpers Locating the System Board Jumper ......Normal Mode ............Configure Mode........... Recovery Mode............ Changing Jumper Settings......... Clearing Your Password ........... 24-Hour Information Services NECCSD FaxFlash Service ........NECCSD Bulletin Board System ......America Online Service..........CompuServe Online Service........E-Mail/Fax Technical Support Service......
Page 13 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You...... Arrange Your Equipment .......... Adjust Your Chair ............ Adjust Your Input Devices........Adjust Your Monitor ..........Vary Your Workday ..........A-10 Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors ..A-11 Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up? ............
Page 14 Limited Warranty How Long is the Warranty? ........Who is Protected? ............. What is Covered and What is Not Covered? ....What We Will Pay for and What We Will Not Pay For ..............How You Can Get Warranty Service......Year One ............
Page 15: Introducing Your Computer
For more information about system features, see Chapter 3, “Understanding Your Computer.” See the online NEC Help Center for a comprehensive source of information about ® your PowerMate Enterprise system.
Page 16: Front Features
FRONT FEATURES The following figure shows the features on the front of the system. A brief description follows the figure. Front features — desktop models 1-2 Introducing Your Computer...
Page 17 The following figure shows the system controls and lamps called out in the previous figure. System controls and lamps — desktop models Introducing Your Computer 1-3...
Page 18 Front features — minitower models The following figure shows the system controls and lamps called out in the previous figure. 1-4 Introducing Your Computer...
Page 19: System Controls And Lamps
System controls and lamps — minitower models System Controls and Lamps System controls let you select specific system operations. Lamps let you know the status of system operation. Your computer has the following controls and lamps: Power button Press this button to turn on the system power. Press it again to turn off the power.
Page 20 Reset button Use the reset button to restart your computer after it is powered on. You might need to restart your system if your system power is on and the computer is not running properly. CAUTION Resetting your system can result in the loss of data. Press the reset button only when all other methods of restarting your computer fail.
Page 21: Ir Window
IR Window The IR (infrared) window is the system’s IR port. The IR port supports two-way wireless communications. The interface uses infrared as the transmission medium instead of a traditional cable. The IR port lets you transfer files to or from portable devices such as laptops and personal digital assistant (PDA) products using application software supporting IrDA data ®...
Page 22 Diskette drive A features — desktop models Diskette drive A features — minitower models 1-8 Introducing Your Computer...
Page 23: Cd-Rom Reader
Your diskette drive has the following features: Diskette drive busy lamp This lamp lights when the diskette drive is reading to or writing from a diskette. CAUTION To prevent damage to your diskette drive and data, do not turn off the system or remove a diskette while the diskette drive busy lamp is lit.
Page 24 NOTE The CD-ROM reader in your system might look different from the one shown in the following figure. CD-ROM reader features The CD-ROM reader has the following features: Headphone jack Allows the connection of an optional set of headphones with a stereo mini-jack plug. Volume control knob Lets you adjust the volume of an optional set of headphones.
Page 25 Emergency eject hole Allows the manual ejection of a CD if the eject function is disabled by software or if a power failure occurs. To manually eject the CD, insert the end point of a wire paper clip into the hole and press inward to open the CD tray.
Page 26: Pcmcia Card Host
PCMCIA Card Host If your system has a PCMCIA unit or PC Card Host you can add PC cards to the system. A PC card is inserted into a PC card slot much as a diskette is inserted in a diskette drive, but each type of PC card has a different function.
Page 27: Tape Backup Unit
Some of the PC cards currently available are listed below: memory card storage device sound card SCSI adapter parallel port interface serial port interface token ring LAN adapter card CD-ROM interface joystick interface card cellular phone interface. Tape Backup Unit Some models come with a tape backup unit.
Page 28 Tape backup unit features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure. Tape backup unit features Tape drive busy lamp The tape drive busy lamp indicates tape drive activity. Do not eject the cartridge or turn off the system when the tape drive busy lamp is on.
Page 29: Zip Drive
Zip Drive Some models come with a Zip drive. Use the Zip drive to back up work, archive old files, and transport your work. Up to 100 MB can be stored onto a 3 1/2-inch Zip disk. Zip drive features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure.
Page 30: Stand
Stand The minitower system unit sits on a stand to prevent it from being tipped over. This is a safety feature to prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Keep the system unit in the stand except when opening or upgrading the system.
Page 31: Back Features
BACK FEATURES On the back of your computer, you’ll find external connectors, power supply features, and expansion board slots. The following figures shows these features in desktop and minitower systems. Rear features — desktop models Introducing Your Computer 1-17...
Page 32: External Connectors
PCI-compatible graphics board and install it in a PCI expansion slot. The AGP graphics boards available ® from NECCSD support an NEC MultiSync monitor or other video graphics array (VGA)-compatible monitor with a 15-pin connector. Attach the signal cable from your monitor to the VGA connector on the board.
Page 33 Audio connectors The following connectors come integrated on multimedia models: Microphone in jack The microphone in jack lets you connect a microphone for recording audio information in your data system files. Line in jack The line in jack lets you connect a stereo audio device such as a stereo amplifier or a cassette or minidisc player for playback or recording.
Page 34 Audio connectors — minitower models Printer port Use this port to connect a parallel printer with a 25-pin connector to the system. Serial ports (COM1 and COM2) Attach a serial device with a 9-pin connector to each serial port. Serial devices include a pointing device, serial printer, or a modem.
Page 35 Universal Serial Bus port The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to add new plug and play serial devices without opening up the system. You simply plug the devices into the port. The USB determines system resources for each peripheral and assigns them without user intervention.
Page 36: Power Supply Features
Power Supply Features Your system has the following power supply features: Power supply fan The power supply fan cools system components and prevents them from overheating. Keep the area near the fan clear for proper ventilation. Voltage selector switch Sets the voltage for your system to 115 volts or 230 volts.
Page 37: Speakers
SPEAKERS Some systems come with a pair of high-quality, 9-watt stereo speakers that you can arrange to suit your work environment. Speakers An AC adapter comes with the system. Set up the speakers with the AC adapter. The speakers connect to the line out jack on the back of the system unit.
Page 38: Using Your Computer
CD-ROM reader using system protection features. Starting Up Press the power button to start up your system. The power lamp lights green to indicate that the system is on. The NEC startup screen appears. Using Your Computer 2-1...
Page 39 At the bottom of this screen, messages like the following appear: Press <F2> key if you want to run Setup Press ESC to display POST NOTE These messages are part of your system’s Power-On Self-Test (POST). Your computer is checking your hardware for any changes since the last startup.
Page 40: Shutting Down
Shutting Down Follow these steps to shut down (power off) your computer. Save your work. See the documentation that comes with your application. Exit the application program. Make sure that the hard disk and diskette drives are not in use. A lit hard disk lamp or diskette drive busy lamp indicates that a drive is in use.
Page 41: Setting The Date And Time
Power off the system by pressing the system unit power button. Setting the Date and Time To set the system date and time within Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, double click the time display in the lower right corner of the taskbar. A dialog box appears for setting the date and time.
Page 42 Keyboard features Windows 95 keys Using Your Computer 2-5...
Page 43 The keyboard has the following features: Typewriter keys Use the typewriter keys just as you do on a standard typewriter. Windows keys Press the left or right Windows keys to call up the Windows Start menu. Application key Press the Application key in Windows to bring up a menu of options specific to the current application.
Page 44: Using A Mouse
Num Lock lamp When the Num Lock lamp is on, the keys on the numeric keypad work like a numeric keypad. When the Num Lock lamp is off, the keys on the numeric keypad work as cursor control keys. Caps Lock lamp When the Caps Lock lamp is on, all typed letters are uppercase letters (LIKE THIS).
Page 45 Mouse Here are basic ways to use the left mouse button: Click Clicking selects an object on your screen. To “click,” point to the object and press and release the left mouse button. Double click Some actions require a double click to execute them. To “double click”...
Page 46 Keep the mouse pad clean. For more information about your mouse, see The Basics in the online NEC Help Center and your application documentation. Also included in the online documentation is information on cleaning your mouse.
Page 47: Using Diskettes
Using Diskettes Follow these steps to insert a 3 1/2-inch diskette in the standard diskette drive. Holding the diskette at its top edge, insert it (label side facing left in the desktop or facing up in the minitower), into the diskette drive. Insert the diskette all the way into the drive until you hear a click.
Page 48 Inserting a diskette in the desktop Inserting a diskette in the minitower Using Your Computer 2-11...
Page 49: Using Cds
To remove a diskette from the diskette drive, press the release button on the 3 1/2-inch diskette drive. CAUTION Do not remove a diskette from the diskette drive when the diskette drive lamp is lit. To do so can damage both the data on the diskette and the drive. Do not turn off the system power while the diskette is being accessed.
Page 50 Handling a CD Do not write on or apply labels to either side of the disc. Keep the disc away from direct sunlight or high temperatures. Clean fingerprints or dust from the disc by wiping it with a soft cloth. Gently, brush the cloth from the center of the disc toward the edge.
Page 51: Loading A Cd
CAUTION Avoid using benzene, paint thinner, record cleaner, static repellent, or any other chemical on the disc. Chemicals and cleaners can damage the disc. Loading a CD To insert a CD into the CD-ROM reader, follow these steps: Press the open/close button. A CD tray slides out from the reader door.
Page 52: Protecting Your Work
CAUTION The suspend button is below the power button and above the reset button. Take care to avoid pressing the power or reset buttons by accident. Accidentally pressing the power or reset buttons can result in the loss of data. Suspend mode provides the greatest power savings by putting the system in a maximum power shutdown.
Page 53: Productivity
PRODUCTIVITY The following sections explain how to use your system to maximize your productivity. Saving Your Work Save your work often! The time you take to periodically save your data file as you work can save you time in the end! Prevent losing a whole day’s work or more when the unexpected happens, such as losing power due to a power outage.
Page 54: Printing A Document
NOTE For additional protection of your files, the system has a built-in backup feature included in the ® LANDesk Client Manager software that comes preloaded on your computer. This feature alerts you to possible system problems and lets you back up your files to a tape drive, Zip drive, or network drive.
Page 55: System Care
Select Print from the File menu of your Windows application. A Print dialog box appears. Select how many print copies you want and the range of pages. To print one copy of all the pages, simply click SYSTEM CARE Your system is a durable, dependable computer built for heavy use.
Page 56 Disconnect your system from telephone and power lines when an electrical storm threatens. If you have a fax/modem, lightning can travel in on the phone line and damage both the fax/modem and the system unit. Lightening can also travel in on power lines and damage your monitor and system unit.
Page 57: Keeping Your System In Good Condition
Keeping Your System in Good Condition Maintain the condition of your system by periodically using the following general procedures. WARNING For safety, power off and unplug your system, monitor, and any external devices before cleaning them. Clean the outside of the computer with a soft clean cloth. You can remove stubborn stains with a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent.
Page 58 Use these steps to clean your mouse: Power off your computer and any peripherals attached to it. Invert the mouse. Locate the mouse ball cover. Mouse ball cover Rotate the ball cover counterclockwise and remove the cover. Turn the mouse over so that the cover and ball fall into your palm.
Page 59: Moving Or Shipping Your System
Fit the ball cover back into the mouse and turn the cover clockwise until it locks in place. Moving or Shipping Your System Use these steps to prepare your system for moving or shipping: Back up your hard disk files onto diskettes, Zip disks, or tape cartridges.
Page 60: Using Online Documentation
To access the system documentation, double click the Online Docs shortcut icon on your Windows desktop to open the NEC Help Center. A welcome screen appears with the information you need to use the online documentation. The NEC Help Center is a comprehensive source of information about your system.
Page 61: Where To Go From Here
Appendix A of this User’s Guide or in the online Healthy Environment help file. Take the System Tour in your online NEC Help Center. See The Basics in your online NEC Help Center. Install any applications. See the documentation that comes with the application.
Page 62: Quick Reference To Information About Your
“Saving Power” and “Managing Power” in The management Basics (NEC Help Center) Access to the World Wide Web “Getting Help” in Service & Support (NEC Help Center) Transferring files from my LapLink online help and “Using the IR Port” in...
Page 63 WHAT YOU WANT TO FIND WHERE TO FIND IT Using support services “24-Hour Information Services” in Service & Support (NEC Help Center ) and in Chapter 7 of this guide Taking care of my system “Taking Care of Your System” in The Basics...
Page 64: Understanding System Features
Understanding System Features Depending on your model, your computer is a 233-MHz, ® 266-MHz, or 300-MHz Pentium II-based system with MMX technology and enhanced cache memory. The MMX processor technology boosts audio, video, and 3D graphics performance. All PowerMate Enterprise systems come with a 3 1/2-inch, 1.44-megabyte (MB) diskette drive and a minimum of 32 MB of Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM).
Page 65 Windows 95 ® McAfee VirusScan™ ® LANDesk Client Manager with NEC Security and Cheyenne Backup Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 95 Bus Master IDE drivers NEC CD-ROM drivers LapLink™ (Windows 95 systems only) FirstAid Deluxe™ 97 (Windows 95 systems only) Mouse drivers for Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 95.
Page 66: System Chassis
A diskette containing QA Plus™ Pro software and CDs containing copies of your operating system and drivers are included in the shipping carton. SYSTEM CHASSIS The following paragraphs give an overview of the desktop and minitower system chassis. Desktop Chassis The chassis provides an enclosure for the system board, power supply, three expansion slots, four storage device slots, and one AGP slot.
Page 67: Minitower Chassis
Desktop system chassis features Minitower Chassis The chassis provides an enclosure for the system board, power supply, five expansion slots, six storage device slots, and one AGP slot. The expansion slots include one 8-/16-bit ISA slot, one shared PCI/ISA slot, and three 32-bit PCI slots.
Page 68: System Board Components
See Chapter 5 for storage device option installation procedures for the minitower system chassis. Minitower system chassis features SYSTEM BOARD COMPONENTS Your PowerMate Enterprise system board has the following components. Processor Depending on your model, processing for your system is provided by the 233-MHz, 266-MHz, or 300-MHz Intel Pentium II microprocessor.
Page 69: System Memory
The processor subsystem integrates a 32-KB internal cache and a 512-KB secondary cache and cache controller to improve system performance. An integrated math coprocessor increases the speed of floating point operations. System Memory The system comes in configurations starting with a minimum of 32 MB of system memory.
Page 70: Pci Local Bus
The following table describes supported DIMM modules. Supported DIMMs DIMM SIZE TYPE CONFIGURATION TECHNOLOGY 16 MB CAS Latency 2 SDRAM 2 M x 64 16 Mbit 32 MB CAS Latency 2 SDRAM 4 M x 64 16 Mbit 64 MB* CAS Latency 2 SDRAM 8 M x 64 16 Mbit...
Page 71 You may order the following graphics boards available from NECCSD: ATI XPERT@Work AGP 2X graphics board This board contains 4 MB of Synchronous Graphics random-access memory (SDRAM) , upgradable to 8 MB using a daughter card. Diamond DM-5465 AGP graphics board This board contains 2 MB of video memory.
Page 72: Accelerated Graphics Port
Accelerated Graphics Port The system board contains a 132-pin accelerated graphics port (AGP) connector that supports graphics-intensive, 3D applications. The AGP operates independently of the PCI bus and supports 133-MHz data transfer rates, allowing 500 MB of data to be transmitted per second. The AGP is Plug and Play compatible and supports the ATI XPERT@Work AGP and Diamond DM-5465 graphics board options available from NECCSD.
Page 73: Video Support
MPEG is a compression/decompression standard developed by a professional video group called the Motion Picture Experts Group. MPEG produces full-screen, 30-frames- per-second (fps), broadcast-quality digital video. Video Support Depending on your graphics board, the system supports the following resolutions, colors, and refresh rates for systems with 2 MB, 4 MB, or 8 MB of video memory.
Page 74: Flash Rom
(interlaced), 60, 72, 75, and 85 Hz 1600 x 1200 — 256 colors at 48 (interlaced), 60, 70, and 75 Hz Flash ROM The NEC Flash ROM allows fast, economical BIOS upgrades. NEC Flash ROMs are reprogrammable system and video EPROMs. Understanding System Features 3-11...
Page 75: High-Speed Communication Ports
With NEC Flash ROM, a ROM BIOS change: is fast and easily done using a Flash utility eliminates the expensive replacement of ROM BIOS chips, and reduces system maintenance costs reduces inadvertent system board damage that can take place when replacing ROMs...
Page 76: Dual Ide Ports
Dual IDE Ports The system board in your system provides two internal IDE ports: a primary IDE port a secondary IDE port. Each port supports two devices for a total of four IDE devices. For system configuration flexibility, your computer allows the connection of an IDE device without the addition of a controller.
Page 77: Plug And Play Support
Plug and Play Support Your computer comes with a Plug and Play BIOS which supports Plug and Play technology. Plug and Play eliminates complicated setup procedures for installing Plug and Play expansion boards. With Plug and Play technology, you add a Plug and Play expansion board simply by powering off the system, installing the board, and powering on the system.
Page 78: Neccsd Tools And Utilities
These include: Setup utility Flash utility ® LANDesk Client Manager NEC Select Install CD. THE SETUP UTILITY The Setup utility program is used to configure the main components of your computer. NOTE Your system ships from the factory with the correct system parameters for your configuration.
Page 79: When To Use Setup
System configuration information is stored in nonvolatile memory. A nonvolatile memory device retains its data when system power is turned off. Nonvolatile memory in your system is stored in a complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) chip backed up by a battery on the system board.
Page 80: How To Start Setup
configure system connections for peripherals such as your diskette drive, hard disks, and devices connected to the printer port and serial ports. customize your system with security features such as passwords, diskette drive restriction, virus check reminder, and system backup reminder. set system parameters in the event that you need to replace the complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) battery.
Page 81: How To Use Setup
Setup Main Menu How to Use Setup Use the keys shown on the bottom of the Setup menu to make your selections or exit the current menu. The following table describes the navigation keys. 4-4 NECCSD Tools and Utilities...
Page 82: Main Menu
Navigation Keys Function Provides help for the parameter field being displayed. Exits the menu Enter Executes Command or Selects submenu Moves cursor up and down arrow keys Selects next menu arrow keys –/+ Changes values Loads the Default Configuration values for this menu Save and Exit Main menu items preceded by >...
Page 83: Displayed Information
Use the arrow keys to select one of the following Main Menu options and press Enter to select a submenu. Items with grayed-out text are not available. Explanations of each menu item follow. Displayed Information The following information is displayed in the Main menu. These fields are read-only and cannot be changed: Processor type Processor speed...
Page 84: Primary And Secondary Ide
If you add an optional diskette drive to your system, select “Floppy B” and select the appropriate parameter value for the drive. The Floppy Write Protect field allows you to configure the floppy diskette drive(s) so that no information can be written to a diskette.
Page 85 If you install a hard disk drive that does not feature auto IDE type detection or your IDE hard disk was formatted on another system with parameters different than those reported by the drive, enter a parameter for each of the following fields: CAUTION When set to Auto Detected, the BIOS detects what...
Page 86 Heads Enter the number of read/write heads. Sectors Enter the number of sectors per track. Maximum Capacity This read-only field displays the capacity of the hard disk drive installed in your system. Multiple Sector Transfers Enter the number of sectors transferred per block. Choices include “Disabled”...
Page 87: Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu Selecting “Advanced” from the Main menu displays a menu with the following options. PnP O/S The PnP field indicates if the computer’s operating system is configured to use Plug and Play devices. Choose “Yes” if you are using a system that has Plug and Play. The default is “Yes”...
Page 88: Resource Configuration
Resource Configuration Memory Reservation Use this field to reserve specified blocks of upper memory for use by other ISA devices. Select “Reserved” to choose a memory block. The default for each block is “Available.” The following list includes the available memory blocks: C800-CBFF CC00-CFFF D000-D3FF...
Page 89: Peripheral Configuration
IRQ 10 IRQ 11. Peripheral Configuration Adjustments must sometimes be made in the Setup Utility when peripheral devices are added, removed or changed. Use the fields in the following list to configure your system when making any peripheral configuration changes. Serial Ports A and B Selectable parameters for this field are “Disabled,”...
Page 90 NOTE When an option is selected for one serial port, that selection is not available for the second port. Parallel Port Selectable parameters for this field are Disabled, Enabled (default), and Auto. The parallel port device can be auto detected by choosing Auto. When Auto is selected, the first free LPT port is assigned.
Page 91: Keyboard Configuration
IDE Controller The Primary and Secondary IDE Controller fields enable the IDE interface connectors on the riser board. Choices include “Both” (default), “Primary,” “Secondary,” and “Disabled.” Audio This field (“Enabled” by default) enables the audio system on the system board. Choose “Disabled” if an external audio card is installed.
Page 92: Video Configuration
Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay This field controls the speed characters repeat when a keyboard key is held down. The higher the number the faster the repeat. Options include 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, or 1 second. The default is “1/2” second. Video Configuration The Video Configuration submenu includes the Palette Snooping field.
Page 93: Security Menu
Security Menu The Security Menu contains features that enable you to restrict access to your computer. The Security menu contains the following fields. User Password Is This read-only field lets you determine whether a User Password has been set. This field can be either “Clear” or “Set.”...
Page 94: Clear User Password
NOTE Once the Supervisor Password feature is enabled, the Setup Utility can only be accessed by entering the password. With the password field selected, press Enter . Setup displays a dialog box with the following prompts: Enter new password: [ Confirm new password: [ Type your password (passwords are not case sensitive) and press...
Page 95: User Setup Access
NOTE For security, characters you enter do not appear on your screen. Enter your password carefully. If you enter the password incorrectly, your system does not boot. You have three chances to enter the correct password. After the third unsuccessful attempt, you must reboot your system and try again.
Page 96: Power Menu
When this field is set to Disabled (the default setting), the user is prompted for the password before the system can boot. The text string prompt “Enter Password (1)” is displayed. When this field is set to Enabled and a user password is set, the system boots and runs, but the keyboard is locked.
Page 97: Boot Menu
Boot Menu The Boot menu allows you to configure your system’s boot process. Restore On AC/Power Loss This field enables you to decide whether the system automatically boots up or stays off after power is restored to the system (after an unexpected power loss). The default setting is “Last State.”...
Page 98 Boot Order These fields allow you to set the order in which your system’s drives boot up. The default order is: First Boot Device: ATAPI CD-ROM Drive Second Boot Device: Removable Devices Third Boot Device: Hard Disk Fourth Boot Device: Network Boot ®...
Page 99: Exit Menu
Exit Menu Selecting “Exit” from the menu bar displays the following exit options. NOTE Esc does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu to exit. Exit Saving Changes Choose this option if you wish to save any changes made and exit the Setup program.
Page 100: Flash Utility
FLASH UTILITY The system BIOS resides on a flash read only memory (ROM) chip in your system. The flash ROM can be updated with a very simple procedure. Performing an update is done with a BIOS flash diskette. The diskette contains the latest version of the BIOS code. You can obtain the flash diskette from NECCSD or, if a modem is available, the latest BIOS can be downloaded from the NECCSD Bulletin Board Service (BBS).
Page 101: Landesk Client Manager
(system administrator) back up and restore system configuration files back up system and application software using the NEC Auto Backup utility troubleshoot receive notice of system events (for example, if the...
Page 102: Pc Health Indicator
transfer files to and from client workstations remotely reboot client workstations. There are two main components of Client Manager: PC Health Indicator and Inventory. PC Health Indicator PC health indicator consists of three parts: Managing workstations PC Health meter PC Health description. Managing Workstations Client Manager sets up a connection to all the workstations running on the network to allow the administrator to...
Page 103: Pc Health Description
PC Health Description The description of PC health is determined by monitoring various system components for threshold levels. Some of the components that are monitored include: drive space prediction of hard drive failure (Smart Hard Drive failure prediction) free virtual memory temperatures power supplies chassis opened...
Page 104: Using Dmi
Your PowerMate Enterprise computer has a chip mounted on the system board that supports many new and advanced real-time monitoring capabilities used by DMI. This chip (NEC MagicEye™ Technology) provides the following features: an integrated temperature sensor with configurable interrupt generation based on upper and lower...
Page 105: Using The Chassis Intrusion Notification Feature
a power supply monitor with configurable interrupt generation based on upper and lower voltage limits chassis intrusion detection with interrupt generation capabilities (see “Using the Chassis Intrusion Notification Feature”). To take advantage of these features, DMI has expanded its interface in the following areas: Interrupts may be enabled or disabled.
Page 106: Nec Auto Backup
Exit from LANDesk Client Manager. NEC Auto Backup On systems that use the Windows 95 operating system, NEC Auto Backup is a data management and backup program that operates in conjunction with LANDesk Client Manager’s DMI and the Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) Hard Drive...
Page 107: Nec Security
Cheyenne Backup. NEC Security On systems that run the Windows 95 operating system, NEC Security features allow a local user to change passwords and enable a system administrator to control all local machine devices, including printer ports, serial ports, and diskette drives.
Page 108: Operating System Restore
Both the OS and application phases use easy-to-understand dialog boxes and screen messages so you can smoothly proceed through the restore process. The following sections explain how to use the NEC Select Install CD. Operating System Restore OS Restore is the first phase of a full system restore. When the system boots from the NEC Select Install CD, it automatically loads the DOS-based Restore program.
Page 109 Welcome Screen Click to continue (or to exit the Continue Exit program). A License Agreement screen appears with three options: Back, Reject, and Accept. Back button returns you to the Welcome screen. button terminates the restoration process. Reject button signals that you accept the terms Accept of the license and allows you to continue.
Page 110 Auto button selects a restore process designed for basic users who require limited manual control of restore functions. Custom button selects a more advanced restore process for users who want more control of restore functions. If you are a basic user and want minimal control of the restore process, proceed to the next step.
Page 111 The Partition Information screen that appears in Windows 95 has three options (Back, FAT 16, and FAT 32) and lets you select the File Allocation Table (FAT) type you want to use for the operating system restore: Click to return to the Operating Mode screen. Back Click to select the FAT16 allocation table...
Page 112 Click Back to return to the Partition Information screen. Click Exit to terminate the restore process. Click to perform FDISK. Continue FAT16 Partition Screen If you press , the system performs FDISK Continue using the FAT type you selected and reboots the system. After the reboot, all partitions are formatted.
Page 113 Restore Mode Screen After you click , the integrity of your system’s Custom existing FAT table is verified. If the table is functional, a Partitioning the Hard Drive screen appears with options allowing you to retain the present partition structure (by selecting Skip ) or partition the hard disk using FAT16...
Page 114 If you want to retain the present partition structure, go to the next step. If you want to partition the hard disk, go to step 10. Click Skip on the Partitioning the Hard Drive screen to retain the present partition structure on the hard disk (go to step 10 if you want to partition the hard disk).
Page 115 After you select the type of hard disk format you want to do (Quick or Full), a warning screen appears with three options: Back, Exit, and Continue. Click Back to return to the Formatting Mode screen. Click Exit to terminate the restore process. Click Continue to format the hard disk.
Page 116 Click Continue on the Partitioning the Hard Drive screen. The Partition Information screen appears (in Windows 95 systems only; in Windows NT 4.0 systems, the FAT16 Partition warning appears as described later in this procedure). The Partition Information screen has three options and lets you select the File Allocation Table (FAT) type you want to use for the operating system restore: Click...
Page 117 After you select the FAT type, a warning screen appears indicating that the system is about to partition and format your hard disk using the FDISK program. This warning screen contains three options: Back, Exit, and Continue. Click to return to the Partition Information Back screen.
Page 118: Selective Application Restore Program
Follow these steps to install the applications for your system. With the operating system running, place the Select Install CD in the CD tray. The CD’s autorun feature generates the NEC Selective Application Restore Program screen (see the following figure). NOTE Only the applications that work with your system’s OS appear in the Select Install Program...
Page 119 Selective Application Restore Screen Select the applications you want to install by double clicking on the item box or line. A check mark appears in the box. To unselect an item, double click it again so that the check mark disappears. NOTE Items that appear grayed-out are already installed on your system.
Page 120 Click Restart Computer to reboot and ensure that the installation process completes successfully. NECCSD Tools and Utilities 4-43...
Page 121: Installing Options
Installing Options Your computer supports a variety of industry-standard and NECCSD expansion options. This chapter provides installation instructions for the following features and options: expansion boards DIMM memory module upgrade data storage devices external devices. All options require that the system cover be removed. Procedures for removing the desktop and minitower covers are included in this chapter.
Page 122: General Rules
General Rules Follow these general rules when you install the system options. To prevent tipping, always place the minitower system unit back in its stand after completing a system upgrade. Turn off system power and unplug the power cable. Turn off and disconnect all peripherals. When handling boards or chips, touch the system frame to discharge static.
Page 123 CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can damage computer components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before removing the system unit cover. Avoid carpets in cool, dry areas. Leave boards and chips in their anti-static packaging until they’re ready to be installed.
Page 124: Cover Removal And Replacement
COVER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT The following sections describe how to remove and replace the system unit cover. If you have a desktop system, see the sections “Removing the Desktop Cover” and “Replacing the Desktop Cover.” For minitower systems, see the sections “Removing the Minitower Cover”...
Page 125 Turn off and unplug the system unit. Disconnect the keyboard, mouse, monitor, and any other external options (such as speakers or a printer) from the rear of the system unit. Label all cables to make reinstallation easier. CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can damage computer components.
Page 126: Replacing The Desktop Cover
NOTE The cover fits tightly. Press the front edge of the cover to release it from the front panel. Also, press against the rear panel to slide the cover one inch away from the front panel. Releasing the desktop cover Lift the cover up and away from the system unit.
Page 127 Replacing the desktop cover Lower the cover onto the chassis taking care to align the tabs on the sides of the cover with the inside unit frame. Slide the cover forward to meet the front panel. NOTE The cover fits tightly. If the cover does not slide all the way to the front panel, place one hand on the front of the unit while you slide the cover forward from the rear.
Page 128: Removing The Minitower Cover
Removing the Minitower Cover The following procedure describes how to remove the minitower cover. WARNING Before removing the system unit cover, turn off the power and unplug the system power cable. Power is removed only when the power cable is unplugged. NOTE If the cover is removed, LANDesk Client Manager logs the intrusion and reports it in a screen...
Page 129 CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can damage computer components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before removing the system unit cover. Loosen the three thumb screws at the rear of the system unit. If you installed a padlock on the back of the system, unlock the padlock and remove it.
Page 130 From the rear of the system, grasp the handle and pull it back so that the cover clears the padlock slot. Releasing the minitower cover Lift up at the top of the cover to release the cover tabs from the chassis. Pull the cover up until it comes free of the chassis.
Page 131: Replacing The Minitower Cover
Replacing the Minitower Cover Replace the minitower cover as follows. Insert the metal tabs on the top of the system cover into their slots on the chassis. Insert the metal tabs on the bottom of the system cover into their slots on the chassis. Replacing the minitower cover Installing Options 5-11...
Page 132: Minitower Stand And Chassis Floor Removal And Replacement
Slide the cover forward to meet the securing rail behind front panel. NOTE The cover fits tightly. If the cover does not slide all the way to the front panel, place one hand on the front of the unit while you slide the cover forward from the rear.
Page 133 WARNING To prevent tipping, always place the system unit back in its stand after completing a system upgrade. Removing the minitower stand Installing Options 5-13...
Page 134: Removing The Chassis Floor
Removing the Chassis Floor To remove the chassis floor, proceed as follows. (If you have a desktop system, disregard this section.) Remove the system unit cover and stand (see the sections “Removing the Minitower Cover,” and “Removing the Stand”). Place the system unit on its right side. Loosen the thumbscrew holding the floor to the edge of the chassis.
Page 135: Replacing The Chassis Floor
Removing the chassis floor Replacing the Chassis Floor To replace the chassis floor, proceed as follows. Place the system unit on its right side. Line up the chassis floor with the chassis so its untabbed edge is along the lower (right) edge of the chassis. The tabs along the upper edge of the floor will have to line up with the slots in the upper edge of the chassis.
Page 136: Replacing The Stand
Replacing the Stand To replace the minitower stand, use the following steps. Place the system unit over the stand with its front edge about 1/2 inch from the front of the stand. Align the tabs on the stand with the slots on the floor of the chassis. WARNING To prevent tipping, always place the system unit back in its stand after completing a system upgrade.
Page 137: Locating Expansion Slots
Locating Expansion Slots The desktop system has three expansion slots and the minitower system has five expansion slots. These slots break down as follows (see the following figures): one ISA slot in both systems one PCI slot in the desktop, three PCI slots in minitower systems one shared PCI/ISA slot in both systems.
Page 138 Locating desktop expansion slots Locating minitower expansion slots 5-18 Installing Options...
Page 139: Installing An Expansion Board
Installing an Expansion Board To install an expansion board in the system, perform the following steps. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”). Follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the expansion board (such as setting switches or jumpers on the board).
Page 140 Removing a desktop slot cover Removing a minitower slot cover 5-20 Installing Options...
Page 141 Holding the board by its edges or its bracket, insert the board into the expansion slot (see the following figure). Press the board firmly into the expansion slot connector on the riser board. Gently rock the board from side to side to seat it in the connector.
Page 142: Removing An Expansion Board
Installing an expansion board in the minitower 7. Attach any signal cables required by the expansion board. Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Removing an Expansion Board To remove an expansion board, perform the following steps: Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”).
Page 143 NOTE Before removing the expansion board in the minitower chassis, you must remove the AGP Video board (if installed) and the chassis floor (see the sections “AGP Video Board Removal” “Minitower Stand and Chassis Floor Removal and Replacement”). Label and remove any cables connected to the board. Remove the screw that secures the board to the support bracket.
Page 144: System Board Options
Removing the expansion board in the minitower Replace the slot cover removed when the expansion board was installed. Secure the cover with the screw. Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). SYSTEM BOARD OPTIONS This section describes how to remove and replace the system board.
Page 145: Removing The System Board
The following figure shows the locations of the sockets and connectors on the system board. System board sockets and connectors NOTE See Chapter 6 for the location of the system board jumper and its settings. Removing the System Board The system board in your computer is very easy to remove. No cables connect to the system board.
Page 146 Removing the AGP video board in the desktop Removing the AGP video board in the minitower 5-26 Installing Options...
Page 147 Lift the insertion/extraction latch and pull it away from the system unit. This releases the system board and slides it partway out of the system. Insertion/extraction latch in the desktop Insertion/extraction latch in the minitower Installing Options 5-27...
Page 148 Carefully slide the board the rest of the way out, taking care not to lift the board before it is free of its housing. Removing the system board in the desktop Removing the system board in the minitower 5-28 Installing Options...
Page 149: Replacing The System Board
Replacing the System Board Use this procedure to replace the system board: Make sure the insertion/extraction latch is in the open position. Position the narrow ends of the system board rails in the chassis guides. Slide the system board into the system unit along the chassis guides (see the following figures).
Page 150 Replacing the system board in the minitower Push the insertion/ extraction latch closed. This slides the board the rest of the way into the system unit and inserts the inner edge of the board into the riser board connector. If the board does not slide when you push the latch, slide the board a bit further into the system unit before pushing the latch.
Page 151 Replacing the AGP video board in the desktop Replacing the AGP video board in the minitower Installing Options 5-31...
Page 152: Agp Video Board Removal And Replacement
Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). AGP VIDEO BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT The system board contains one accelerated graphics port (AGP) for installing AGP-compatible graphics boards. The following sections describe how to remove and replace an AGP graphics board in your system.
Page 153 Removing the AGP video board in the desktop Removing the AGP video board in the minitower Installing Options 5-33...
Page 154: Replacing The Agp Video Board
Replacing the AGP Video Board To replace an AGP video board option in your system, use the following steps. NOTE If you are installing a PCI video board, use the installation procedures for an expansion board (see “Expansion Board Installation”). Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”).
Page 155: Dimm Upgrade
Installing the AGP video board in the minitower Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). DIMM UPGRADE Memory upgrades are installed into memory module sockets on the system board. The system board provides three sockets for memory modules and supports up to 384 MB of high-speed memory.
Page 156: Checking System Memory
Checking System Memory If you do not know how much memory is installed in your system, check the amount by using the following procedure: On the Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 desktop, point to My Computer and click the right mouse button. With the left mouse button, click .
Page 157: Installing A Dimm
Removing a DIMM Installing a DIMM Install a memory module by performing the following steps: Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”). If you need to remove a currently installed memory module, see “Removing a DIMM.” CAUTION Before you install a module, reduce static discharge by touching the system's metal chassis.
Page 158: Data Storage Devices
Inserting a DIMM Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). NOTE If you find a discrepancy in the amount of memory displayed at the Power-On Self-Test or in Windows with the amount of memory that you installed, check that you installed the memory modules correctly.
Page 159: Locating Device Slots
Other storage devices might require the installation of a compatible controller board. See your hardware dealer about the storage devices available for your system. Locating Device Slots The desktop system has four storage device slots and the minitower has six slots as described below (see the figures on the following pages): a 3 1/2-inch accessible device slot that contains the standard 1.44-MB diskette drive...
Page 160 Installing Options Installing Options 5-39...
Page 161 With the 5 1/4-inch frame, you can install the following devices in the 5 1/4-inch slots : diskette drive or tape drive PCMCIA host adapter Zip drive. The accessible slots are not limited to devices with removable media. For example, you can install a hard disk drive with a 5 1/4-inch frame in one of these slots.
Page 162 Locating minitower device slots Installing Options 5-41...
Page 163: Preparing The Device
Preparing the Device Before installing a storage device in the system, follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the device. For example, check the following information: Diskette drive remove any termination on the optional diskette drive. See the documentation that comes with the drive.
Page 164: Connecting Device Cables
Connecting Device Cables The cables used for installing optional storage devices include the following: diskette drive signal cable IDE signal cables system power cables. Cable connector locations on the desktop and minitower riser boards are shown in the following figures. Riser board cable connectors in the desktop Installing Options 5-43...
Page 165 Riser board cable connectors in the minitower The following table provides a chart for configuring IDE devices on the primary and secondary IDE connectors on the riser board. NOTE You can install a maximum of three devices in the desktop chassis or a maximum of four devices in the minitower chassis.
Page 166: Ide Connector Configuration
IDE Connector Configuration CONFIGURATION PRIMARY SECONDARY CONNECTOR CONNECTOR 1 device (hard disk Master - hard disk Master - none Slave - none Slave - none 2 devices (hard disk, Master - hard disk Master - CD-ROM CD-ROM) Slave - none Slave - none 2 devices ( hard disk, Master - hard disk...
Page 167: Diskette Drive Signal Cable
Diskette Drive Signal Cable In desktop systems, a two-connector diskette drive signal cable comes attached to the riser board and to the standard 1.44-MB diskette drive. In minitower systems, a three-connector diskette drive signal cable comes attached to the riser board and to the standard 1.44-MB diskette drive.
Page 168: Ide Signal Cables
Optional diskette drive signal cable IDE Signal Cables Systems with an IDE hard disk drive come with a two- connector IDE interface cable attached to the primary IDE connector. Some systems come with a second three- connector IDE cable connected to the second IDE device (such as the CD-ROM reader) and to the secondary IDE connector.
Page 169: Internal Scsi Devices Cable
The following figure shows a typical three-connector IDE cable. If the IDE cable is not keyed with a connector tab, align the colored edge of the cable with the pin 1 side of the drive connector. IDE cable connectors Internal SCSI Devices Cable Systems with a SCSI adapter board come with a four- connector 68-pin SCSI device cable.
Page 170: System Power Cables
Internal SCSI device connector System Power Cables Power cables come from the power supply and are attached to the standard storage devices. System power cables vary in length and provide connector sizes to accommodate a variety of supported storage configurations. Power cable connectors are keyed to fit only in the correct position.
Page 171: Cabling Storage Devices
Power cable connectors Cabling Storage Devices All storage devices require power and signal cable connections. Devices shipped with the system are already connected. Your computer supports four types of cabled storage devices: IDE devices includes hard disk, Zip drive, tape backup unit, or CD-ROM reader diskette drive 1.44-MB drive PCMCIA adapter (also known as a PC card host)
Page 172: Ide Device Cabling
IDE Device Cabling The following procedure explains how to cable an IDE device. NOTE The appearance of your device may vary from the one shown. Connect the signal cable connector to the connector on the IDE device. Take care to prevent bending drive connector pins. Align the cable connector as shown in the following figure.
Page 173: Diskette Drive Cabling
If you are installing a CD-ROM reader and your system contains audio components on the system board or audio card, also connect the audio cable (see the instructions that come with the reader). Diskette Drive Cabling The following procedure explains how to cable a diskette drive.
Page 174: Cabling A Pcmcia Adapter
Cabling a PCMCIA Adapter To cable a PCMCIA board adapter also known as a PC card host proceed as follows. Connect the connectors at one end of the PC card cable set to the controller card. (The controller card is installed in one of the expansion slots.
Page 175: Installing Desktop Storage Devices
Cabling an internal SCSI device Installing Desktop Storage Devices The following subsections describe how to install 3 1/2-inch and 5 1/4-inch drives in a desktop system. The installation procedures include: removing the desktop front panel replacing the desktop front panel installing a 5 1/4-inch device installing a 3 1/2-inch drive in a 5 1/4-inch device slot replacing the vertically installed internal 3 1/2-inch hard...
Page 176: Removing The Desktop Front Panel
Removing the Desktop Front Panel Remove the front panel before installing a device in one of the 5 1/4-inch accessible device slots. If you are installing an accessible 5 1/4-inch device, you also need to remove the blank panel that covers the slot on the front panel.
Page 177 Locating the front panel locking and pop-in tabs Remove the front panel by pulling the panel away from the front of the unit with even pressure at both ends of the panel. Removing the desktop front panel 5-56 Installing Options...
Page 178 If you are installing an accessible device, such as a Zip drive or tape drive, remove the blank panel. Remove the blank panel from the slot by pressing the panel tabs from inside the front panel and pushing the blank panel out. Locating the blank panel tabs Remove the perforated metal plate from the selected slot on the chassis by pulling the plate back and forth until it...
Page 179: Replacing The Desktop Front Panel
Locating the breakaway panel Install the device (see “Installing a 5 1/4-Inch Device”). Replacing the Desktop Front Panel If a 5 1/4-inch device has been removed from your system, you need to replace the blank panel before replacing the front panel. The blank panel covers the opening previously used by the device.
Page 180: Installing A 5 1/4-Inch Device
Aligning the desktop front panel Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Installing a 5 1/4-Inch Device Use the following procedure to install a 5 1/4-inch device into a 5 1/4-inch accessible device slot: Follow the preinstallation instructions that come with the device, such as setting jumpers and switches.
Page 181 Attaching device rails From the front of the system, insert the device, connector end first, into the device slot. NOTE To easily access device connectors for cabling, do not insert a 5 1/4-inch device all the way into the slot. Connect the device cables (see “Connecting Device Cables”...
Page 182: Installing A 3 1/2-Inch Drive In A 5 1/4-Inch Slot
Inserting a device Replace the system unit front panel (see “Replacing the Front Panel”). Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Run the Setup program to set the new configuration (see “The Setup Utility” in Chapter 4). Installing a 3 1/2-Inch Drive in a 5 1/4-Inch Slot A 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive can be installed in a 5 1/4-inch device slot.
Page 183 To install the device, proceed as follows: Follow the preinstallation instructions that come with the device, such as setting jumpers and switches. Secure the hard disk drive in the form factor. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”). Remove the front panel (see “Removing the Front Panel”).
Page 184: Replacing The 3 1/2-Inch Internal Hard Disk Drive
Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Internal Hard Disk Drive The 3 1/2-inch internal hard disk drive is easy to replace. Upgrade the device by performing the following steps: Follow the preinstallation instructions that come with the new device, such as setting jumpers and switches. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”).
Page 185: Installing Minitower Storage Devices
Securing the hard disk drive Connect the cabling devices (see “Connecting Device Cables” and “Cabling Storage Devices”). Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Run the Setup program to set the new configuration (see “The Setup Utility” in Chapter 4). Installing Minitower Storage Devices The following subsections describe how to install 3 1/2-inch and 5 1/4-inch drives in a minitower system.
Page 186: Removing The Minitower Front Panel
installing a 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive in a 5 1/4-inch device slot replacing the internal hard disk drive. Removing the Minitower Front Panel Remove the front panel before installing a device in one of the 5 1/4-inch accessible device slots. The front panel does not need to be removed if you are installing an internal 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive.
Page 187 Removing the minitower front panel Identify the slot for the device being installed. Remove the blank panel from the selected slot by pressing the panel tabs from inside the front panel and pushing the blank panel out (see the following figure). 5-66 Installing Options...
Page 188: Replacing The Minitower Front Panel
Locating the blank panel tabs Press the tabs on either side of the metal slot cover on the chassis and set the the slot cover aside. Install the device (see “Installing a 5 1/4-Inch Device”). Replacing the Minitower Front Panel If you remove a 5 1/4-inch device from your system, you need to cover the opening in the front panel with a blank panel.
Page 189: Installing A 5 1/4-Inch Device
Reinstall the metal panel slot cover. Align the four front panel tabs with the holes in the front of the system unit. Squeze the locking tab and evenly press the front panel into position until the tabs lock the panel in place. Replacing the minitower front panel Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”).
Page 190 See “Preparing the Device” for device preparation information. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”). Remove the front panel (see “Removing the Front Panel”). Locate the device rails that ship with your system. Attach the rails to the sides of the device with the four screws that come with the device.
Page 191 Connect the device cables (see “Connecting Device Cables” and “Cabling an IDE Device” or “Cabling an Internal SCSI Device”). Insert the device the rest of the way into the device slot, making sure that the locking tabs at the ends of the device rails snap into the brackets on each side of the device slot.
Page 192: Installing A 3 1/2-Inch Hard Disk Drive
Installing a 3 1/2-Inch Hard Disk Drive A 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive can be installed in a 5 1/4-inch device slot. The 3 1/2-inch device is fitted into a 5 1/4-inch frame (form factor) so it can be secured in the larger device slot.
Page 193: Replacing The Internal Hard Disk Drive
Replace the metal slot cover and front panel (see “Replacing the Front Panel”). Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Run the Setup program to set the new configuration (see “The Setup Utility” in Chapter 4). Replacing the Internal Hard Disk Drive Your system has two internal hard disk drive slots located near the top rear of the chassis.
Page 194 If a currently installed hard disk drive is being replaced: Label the IDE device signal and power cables connected to the drive and then disconnect them. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the internal bracket or the chassis wall. Remove the drive from the chassis.
Page 195: External Options
Securing the device to the internal bracket Connect the device cables (see “Connecting Device Cables” and “Cabling an IDE Device” or “Cabling an Internal SCSI Device”). Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover”). Run the Setup program to set the new configuration (see “The Setup Utility”...
Page 196: Connecting A Parallel Printer
Connecting a Parallel Printer NOTE Before connecting a printer to the system, be sure the printer is set up correctly. Follow the setup instructions that come with the printer. Connect a parallel printer to the system as follows: Turn off power to the system and printer. Connect the printer cable to the printer port on the rear of the system unit.
Page 197: Connecting A Serial Device
Connecting a printer cable to the minitower Secure the cable with the screws provided. Connect the other end to the printer. Connecting a Serial Device NOTE Before connecting a serial device to the system, be sure the serial device is set up correctly. Follow the setup instructions that come with the option.
Page 198 Connecting a serial device cable to the desktop Installing Options 5-77...
Page 199: Usb Devices
Connecting a serial device cable to the minitower Secure the cable with the screws provided. Connect the other end to the serial device. USB Devices Connect a USB device to your system by performing the following steps: Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the rear of the computer.
Page 200: External Scsi Devices
External SCSI Devices If your computer has an external SCSI connector, you can daisy-chain up to 15 SCSI devices to your system. Before connecting any external SCSI device, see the documentation that comes with the device for instructions on jumpering the device and assigning a SCSI ID.
Page 201: Setting System Board Jumpers
Setting System Board Jumpers The system board jumper enables you to configure your system for a particular system requirement. Conditions that require changing jumper settings include the following situations: You forgot your password and cannot boot your system. You need to set a jumper to “clear” your current password (see “Clearing Your Password”).
Page 202: Locating The System Board Jumper
CAUTION Jumpers are set correctly at the factory for your configuration. If your system requires a jumper change, change only the setting for that condition. Otherwise, keep the jumpers at their factory settings. LOCATING THE SYSTEM BOARD JUMPER The following figure shows the location of the configuration jumper on the system board.
Page 203: System Board Jumper Settings
Locating the system board jumper System Board Jumper Settings FUNCTION JUMPER CONFIGURATION PINS Normal (factory 1 - 2 The BIOS uses current setting) configuration information and passwords for booting. Configure 2 - 3 After the POST runs, the Setup utility loads automatically.
Page 204: Normal Mode
CAUTION The jumper is set correctly at the factory for your configuration. Only change the appropriate jumper setting if you forgot your password or you are recovering the BIOS. Otherwise, keep the jumper at its factory settings. Normal Mode This mode is for normal computer booting and operation. To enable this mode, connect pins 1 and 2 on the configuration jumper (J1A1).
Page 205: Recovery Mode
Configure mode uses the default BIOS settings for booting (not the current administrative or user settings). The default settings include using the lowest bus/processor frequency ratio that the processor supports. Administrative and user settings are preserved and used when the computer reboots. NOTE For the configuration changes to take effect after exiting the Setup utility, turn off the computer,...
Page 206: Changing Jumper Settings
NOTE For the configuration changes to take effect after the BIOS Recovery procedure finishes, turn off the computer, set the configuration jumper to Normal Mode, and turn on the computer. CHANGING JUMPER SETTINGS To change processor jumper settings, follow these steps. NECCSD recommends using needle-nose pliers to move a jumper.
Page 207: Clearing Your Password
CLEARING YOUR PASSWORD If you forget your password, use the following procedure to clear your current password and to set a new one. Power off the system and monitor and unplug any peripherals. WARNING The system power must be off before removing the cover and changing a jumper setting.
Page 208 Connect the system power cables and monitor. Power on the system unit and monitor. The Setup Utility screen appears automatically after POST, and no password is required. In Configure Mode, the Setup Utility Main Menu has a Maintenance menu item in addition to the others.
Page 209: 24-Hour Information Services
24-Hour Information Services NECCSD has made it easy for you to get information and help when you need it. We offer 24-hour information services via the following services described in this chapter: NECCSD FaxFlash Service NECCSD Bulletin Board System ® America Online Service ®...
Page 210: Neccsd Faxflash Service
Catalog 1, NECCSD Telephone Directory and Online Service Information Catalog 3, NECCSD Computer Product Specifications, Warranty Policy, UltraCare Guidelines, and Sales Information Catalog 5, NEC ProServa™ and Express Serva Product Information Catalog 6, NEC Ready Consumer Desktop Systems Catalog 7, NEC PowerMate Commercial Desktop Systems ®...
Page 211 Order information from FaxFlash as follows. Be sure that your fax machine or fax/modem is on. Have the document number ready for the document you want. At your touch-tone telephone, enter 888-329-0088 (USA and Canada) or 978-635-6090 (international) Listen to the instructions provided by the voice prompts. Press if you do not want an introduction to FaxFlash.
Page 212: Neccsd Bulletin Board System
NECCSD BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEM If you have access to a modem, you can use the NECCSD Bulletin Board System (BBS) to get the latest information on hardware and software. The BBS allows you to download files (video drivers, printer drivers, BIOS updates, etc.) for system enhancements and upgrades.
Page 213 Following the HyperTerminal instructions, enter the BBS phone number (978-635-4706). Your business phone system and/or location might require a 9 1 or 1 prefix. NOTE The first time that you use the BBS, you are requested to provide information for a new user questionnaire.
Page 214: America Online Service
At the Go To menu, click Keyword At the prompt, type , then either press Enter click At the NEC menu, double-click one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: About NEC Terms and Conditions News Product Information Questions and Answers...
Page 215: Compuserve Online Service
At the opening screen, click the button, then type NECTECH at the prompt, and click At the NEC menu, double-click one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: NEC Bulletin Board Information About This Service 24-Hour Information Services 7-7...
Page 216: E-Mail/Fax Technical Support Service
Access NEC BBS Access CompuServe Information Services Exit. Exit anytime by double-clicking on the rectangle in the upper left corner of the screen. E-MAIL/FAX TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICE The NECCSD Technical Support Center offers technical support by E-mail over the Internet network if you have a modem.
Page 217: Internet
System. To access the World-Wide-Web NECCSD Home Page, enter the following Internet Uniform Resource Locator (URL) through your service: http://www.nec-computers.com/ To access the NECCSD FTP site, enter the following Internet ftp address through your service: ftp.nectech.com Once in the file menu, follow the prompts to choose and download the file(s) you want.
Page 218: Neccsd Technical Support Services
NECCSD TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES NECCSD also offers direct technical support through its Technical Support Center. (NECCSD technical support is for U.S. and Canadian customers only; international customers should check with their sales provider.) Direct assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Page 219: Solving System Problems
Solving System Problems Occasionally, you may encounter a problem with your computer. In most cases, the problem is one that you can solve yourself. Your system has a built-in checking program that automatically tests its components when you turn the system unit power on.
Page 220: System Problems
System Problems Check the following list to match your problem and see the possible cause and solution. No power and power lamp not lit. Check that all power switches are on. Check that the power cable is plugged into the system power socket.
Page 221 Boot parameter to hard drive C instead of the CD-ROM reader or diskette drive. CAUTION To use the NEC Select Install CD for restoring system files or loading applications as described in Chapter 4, the system must be configured to boot from the CD-ROM reader.
Page 222: Diskette Drive Problems
A and not the CD-ROM reader, hard disk, or other source. CAUTION To use the NEC Select Install CD for restoring system files or loading applications as described in Chapter 4, the system must be configured to boot from the CD-ROM reader.
Page 223: Monitor Problems
Monitor Problems Check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. Monitor screen is dark or the display is hard to read. Check that the monitor is on. Check that the monitor power cable is connected to the monitor and a power outlet, the monitor signal cable is connected to the system, and the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted.
Page 224: Keyboard/Mouse Problems
Keyboard/Mouse Problems Check the following problem to see the possible cause and solution. Mouse or keyboard does not respond. You may have connected the mouse and keyboard after turning on your system. Turn the system off, make sure the mouse and keyboard are connected, and turn the system back on.
Page 225 If this does not help, check the jumper settings and cable connections on the CD-ROM reader. The reader may be configured or cabled incorrectly. The CD-ROM reader is not reading a disc. Check that the disc is inserted in the CD tray with the printed label side up.
Page 226: Speaker Problems
Speaker Problems Check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. No sound from the speakers. Check that the speaker power is on. Verify that all speaker cable connections are correct and secure. Speaker volume is too low. Adjust the volume control on the speaker.
Page 227: Replacing The Battery
REPLACING THE BATTERY All system boards use a battery to maintain system configuration information. Your system uses a coin-cell battery mounted on the system board (see the following figure). If it fails to maintain system configuration information, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer.
Page 228 If you need to replace the battery, follow these steps: Turn off and unplug the computer and any external components connected to it. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover” in Chapter 5). Observe all safety precautions when removing the cover.
Page 229 Carefully lift the battery clip until there is enough space to slide the battery out of the socket. CAUTION To maintain a tight battery contact with the socket, do not over-bend the battery clip. Removing the battery Remove the battery and discard in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 230: Getting Help
Replace the system unit cover (see “Replacing the System Unit Cover” in Chapter 5). Connect external peripherals and power cables. Run the Setup Utility to reconfigure your system parameters (see “The Setup Utility” in Chapter 4). GETTING HELP If you tried correcting problems yourself and were not successful, you may want to try one or more of the following 24-hour services for answers to your questions.
Page 231: Getting Help From Your Neccsd Dealer
Getting Help From Your NECCSD Dealer The NECCSD dealer from whom you purchased your system is a good source of help and should be contacted. The dealer is backed by complete support resources and programs within NECCSD. Getting Help From NECCSD Technical Support Center Help is available to you through the NECCSD Technical Support Center.
Page 232: Neccsd Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
NECCSD Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service NECCSD repair service is designed to support your warranty and non-warranty service activity. Before you call for repair service, see the previous sections in this chapter to determine if you can solve the problem yourself, within your company, through your dealer, or with the help of a technician from the NECCSD Technical Support Center.
Page 233: Setting Up A Healthy Work Environment
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment WARNING Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in the manner described in this appendix. Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burning, cramping, stiffness, throbbing, weak- ness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands,...
Page 234 Although some studies have shown an association between increasing hours of keyboard use and the development of some musculoskeletal disorders, it is still unclear whether working at a computer causes such disorders. Some doctors believe that using the keyboard and mouse may aggravate existing musculoskeletal disorders.
Page 235: Arrange Your Equipment
ARRANGE YOUR EQUIPMENT Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Place items that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to the proper height (as described in this appendix) by lowering the table or stand that holds your computer equipment or raising the seat height of your chair.
Page 236: Adjust Your Chair
ADJUST YOUR CHAIR Your chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary your posture throughout the day. Check the following: Keep your body in a relaxed yet upright position. The backrest of your chair should support the inward curve of your back. Use the entire seat and backrest to support your body.
Page 237 Your seat depth should allow your lower back to com- fortably contact the backrest. Make sure that the backs of your lower legs do not press against the front of the chair. Extend your lower legs slightly so that the angle between your thighs and lower legs is 90°...
Page 238: Adjust Your Input Devices
ADJUST YOUR INPUT DEVICES Follow these points in positioning your keyboard and mouse. Position your keyboard directly in front of you. Avoid reaching when using your keyboard or mouse. If you use a mouse, position it at the same height as the keyboard and next to the keyboard.
Page 239 Type with your hands and wrists floating above the key- board. Use a wrist pad only to rest your wrists between typing. Avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges. Type with your wrists straight. Instead of twisting your wrists sideways to press hard-to-reach keys, move your whole arm.
Page 240: Adjust Your Monitor
ADJUST YOUR MONITOR Correct placement and adjustment of the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the monitor. Adjust the monitor height so that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen.
Page 241 Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away. Blink often. Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect on your screen.
Page 242: Vary Your Workday
VARY YOUR WORKDAY If you use your computer for prolonged periods, follow these instructions. Vary your tasks throughout the day. Take frequent short breaks that involve walking, stand- ing, and stretching. During these breaks, stretch muscles and joints that were in one position for an extended period of time.
Page 243: Pre-Existing Conditions And Psychosocial Factors
Use a timer or reminder software to remind you to take breaks. To enhance blood circulation, alter your sitting posture periodically and keep your hands and wrists warm. NOTE For more information on workstation setup, see the American National Standard for Human Factors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations.
Page 244: Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up
CHECKING YOUR COMFORT: HOW DO YOU MEASURE UP? Use this checklist to see if you are setting up your work environment to fit your physical needs. Checking Your Chair Do you sit in an upright position with the backrest sup- porting your lower back? When sitting, are your feet flat on the floor? Do you periodically adjust your chair and your posture?
Page 245: Checking You
Checking You Is your work area set up to promote a natural and relax- ing working position with frequently used work items within close reach? Do you take frequent short breaks? Do you stretch and walk during your breaks? Do you vary your tasks during the day? Do you have regular eye checkups? Do you contact your doctor if you feel any sustained discomfort?
Page 246: System Specifications
System Specifications The following specifications are standard except where noted. System specifications are listed by component. Processor Subsystem ® ® The 233-MHz, 266-MHz, or 300-MHz Intel Pentium II processor (with MMX instruction set) is mounted on a processor card that installs on the system board. Processor Clock Rate 233, 266 or 300 MHz internally (depending on your PowerMate Enterprise Series model)
Page 247: Network Subsystem
Processor Mounting Processor subsystem inserts into Slot 1 on the system board. A 242-pin edge connector is implemented on the processor card for system board installation. Each end of Slot 1 has a Retention Mechanism Attach Mount (RMAM) inserted through the board. RMAM is made of two studs connected with a bridge.
Page 248: 82557 Lan Controller
The LAN subsystem supports 10Base-T and 100Base-TX Ethernet network interfaces. Features include: Direct-bit direct bus mastering on the PCI bus Shared memory structure in the host memory that copies data directly to and from host memory 10Base-T and 100Base-TX capability using a single RJ-45 connector IEEE 802.3 Auto-Negotiation for the fastest available connection...
Page 249: Remote Wake Up Controller
Full duplex operation available in both 10 and 100 Mbit per second modes 25 MHz clock for 10 and 100 Mbit per second modes Single magnetics for 10 and 100 Mbit per second operation IEEE 802.3 Auto-Negotiation support for 10Base-T, 10Base-T FDX, 100Base-TX FDX, 100Base-TX FDX-FC, and 100Base-T4 configurations Parallel detection algorithm for legacy support of...
Page 250: Standard Random Access Memory (Ram
Standard Random Access Memory (RAM) Standard RAM minimum of 32 MB of Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) installed in one of three industry-standard dual in-line memory module (DIMM) sockets on system board Total Memory support for up to 384 MB of high-speed RAM in three memory module sockets on system board Memory module type gold-plated, non-parity, 10- or...
Page 251: Input/Output (I/O) Facilities
Input/Output (I/O) Facilities Industry-Standard Interfaces on the system board Parallel bidirectional, ECP/EPP support; one 25-pin connector Serial two high-speed RS-232C ports using 16550 UART, support transfer rates up to 115.2 KB per second; 9-pin connectors Universal Serial Bus (USB) one USB port, supports one USB peripheral connected directly to the system;...
Page 252: Device Slots
Industry-Standard Interfaces on the system board dual IDE channels; both supporting Ultra DMA IDE devices CD-ROM reader and hard disk on separate channels support for up to 33.3 MB/second 32-bit transfers on PCI bus support for a total of four IDE devices; 40-pin connectors support for all PIO and DMA modes Diskette Drive...
Page 253: Sound System
Sound System Audio on system board based on Yamaha OPL3-SA3 hardware component Compatible with Sound Blaster Pro™, Sound Blaster™ 2.0, Ad Lib™, MPU-401, and Microsoft Windows ® Sound System™ for PC sound applications Stereo jacks microphone in, line in, and line out 16-bit audio CODEC 16-bit address decoding OPL3 FM synthesis...
Page 254: Power
Minitower System Unit Height 17 in. (431.8 mm) Width 8.5 in. (215.9 mm) Depth 18 in. (457.2 mm) Weight starting at 28 lb. Keyboard Height 1.6 in. (40.6 mm) Width 19.0 in. (482.6 mm) Depth 8.4 in. (213.3 mm) Weight 3.5 to 4 lb.
Page 255: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty NEC Computer Systems Division, Packard Bell NEC, Inc. (hereinafter “NECCSD”) warrants this Product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms: HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY? Labor and parts are warranted for three (3) years from the date of the first consumer purchase in the U.S.A., Canada,...
Page 256: What We Will Pay For And What We Will Not Pay For
Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from, but not limited to: Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature, unauthorized Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by NECCSD.
Page 257: How You Can Get Warranty Service
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE Year One For the first year, NECCSD provides an on-site limited warranty for all PowerMate Series Computers installed within a 50-mile radius of an NECCSD TotalService Preferred Dealer location or NECCSD authorized third party maintenance organization. On-site warranty service is available Monday through Friday during normal business hours, exclusive of NECCSD holidays.
Page 258: Limitation Of Damages And Implied Warranties
LIMITATION OF DAMAGES AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES NECCSD’S SOLE LIABILITY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT AT OUR OPTION. NECCSD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR: DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THIS PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME OR DATA, LOSS OF SOFTWARE, COMMERCIAL LOSS;...
Page 259: For Information, Telephone 1-800-632-4565
FOR INFORMATION, TELEPHONE 1-800-632-4565 NOTE: All Products returned to NECCSD for service MUST have prior approval; this may be obtained by calling the above number. NECCSD Products are warranted in accordance with the terms of the applicable NECCSD limited warranty. Product performance is affected by system configuration, software, the application, customer data, and operator control of the system, among other factors.
Page 260: Index
Index removing, 2-14 Chassis floor removal and Accelerated graphics port, 3-9 replacement, 5-12 Advanced Setup menu, 4-10 Checking system memory, 5-36 America Online, 7-6 Cleaning your system, 2-20 Audio connectors, 1-19 Clock Speed, B-1 CMOS battery replacement, 8-9 Configuration jumpers, 6-2 Backing up, 2-16 Configurations, 3-2 Backup unit, 1-13...
Page 261 Diagnostics, 8-8 DIMM Fax support, 7-8 installing, 5-37 Fax/Modem connectors, 1-21 removing, 5-36 FaxFlash service, 7-2 memory, 3-6 Features, 3-5 support, 3-7 back, 1-17–1-22 upgrading, 5-35 DIMM memory, 3-6 Disk lamp, 1-6 disk lamp, 1-6 Diskette drive, 1-7 diskette drive, 1-9 cabling, 5-52 diskettes, 2-10 release button, 1-9...
Page 262 3 1/2-inch drive, 5-61, 5-63 LANDesk Client Manager, 4-24 a 5 1/4-inch device, 5-59, 5-68, monitoring capabilities, 4-27 5-71 NEC Auto Backup feature, 4-29 DIMMs, 5-37 NEC Security features, 4-30 expansion boards, 5-16, 5-19 PC health indicator, 4-25 Internet, 7-9...
Page 263 Inventory, 4-26 NEC repair service, 8-14 Managing Workstations, 4-25 NEC Security features, 4-30 PC Health Description, 4-26 NEC Select Install CD, 4-30 PC Health Meter, 4-25 operating system restore, 4-31 PCI local bus, 3-7 restoring applications, 4-41 PCMCIA adapter, 1-12...
Page 264 EPP, 1-20, 3-12 system unit cover, 5-4, 5-8 external, 1-18 Repair service, 8-14 IDE, 3-13 Replacing IR, 1-7 AGP video board, 5-34 LAN, 1-21 DIMMs, 5-37 serial, 1-20, 3-12 front panel, 5-58, 5-67 USB, 1-21, 3-13 internal hard disk drive, 5-63, Power button, 1-5 5-72 Power lamp, 1-6...
Page 265 Technical support, 7-10 Stand, 1-16, 2-18, 5-2 Troubleshooting, 8-1 removing, 5-12 Common problems, 8-1 replacing, 5-16 NEC Technical Support Center, Starting Setup utility, 4-3 8-13 Starting the system, 2-1 Online diagnostics, 8-8 Storage device installation, 5-39 Replacing the CMOS battery,...
Page 266 Using the chassis intrusion notification feature, 4-28 VGA monitor connector, 1-19 Voltage selector switch, 1-22 Volume, 1-10, 1-23 Warranty repair service, 8-14 Ways to protect your system, 2-18 Zip drive, 1-15 Index-7...
Page 267 (For United States Use Only) FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 268 A lithium battery in some computers maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, NEC recommends that you replace the battery. For battery replacement information, see “Replacing the Battery” in Chapter 8 of this guide or call your NECCSD dealer or the NECCSD Technical Support Center.
Page 269: Declaration Of Conformity
NEC Computer Systems Division, A Division of Packard Bell NEC, Inc. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the Responsible Party NEC Computer Systems Division Packard Bell NEC, Inc. 1414 Massachusetts Ave. Boxborough, MA 01719 (978) 264-8000 declare that the product PM ENTERPRISE II DT is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 270 NEC Computer Systems Division, A Division of Packard Bell NEC, Inc. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the Responsible Party NEC Computer Systems Division Packard Bell NEC, Inc. 1414 Massachusetts Ave. Boxborough, MA 01719 (978) 264-8000 declare that the product PM ENTERPRISE II MT is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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Introducing Your Computer

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Understanding System Features

NECCSD Tools and Utilities

Installing Options

Setting System Board Jumpers

24-Hour Information Services

Solving System Problems

Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

System Specifications

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