Serial Port (Com 1); The Base Of The Computer; Battery Module Handle And Lock; Connecting To The Serial Port - NEC Versa 550 Series Service Manual

Serial Port (COM 1)

The 9-pin serial port provides a serial interface to which you can connect an RS-232C de-
vice such as external serial pointing device or modem. This port is commonly referred to as
COM1.
Figure Section 1-16 Connecting to the Serial Port

The Base of the Computer

See the following figure for NEC Versa 500 Series bottom features.
Memory
Compartment
Cover

Battery Module Handle and Lock

To release the battery module from its compartment, push forward the battery compartment
latch as indicated by the arrow mark on it. While doing this, hold the handle of the battery
module and pull it out from its compartment.
NOTE: First power off the system before con-
necting an external serial mouse. After turning on
the power again, run the BIOS SETUP program
and disable the Trackball.
Figure Section 1-17 The Base of the Notebook
Technical Information
Battery
Compartment
Latch
1-15
Battery Pack
Handle