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NEC VERSA 2400 - SERVICE User Manual

NEC VERSA 2400 - SERVICE User Manual (166 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.14 MB

Table of Contents

Using this Guide

2
- Related Documents
  4
- Table of Contents
  5
1 Getting Started

11
- Getting to Know Your NEC Versa
  12
  - Around the Front of the System
    13
    
    LCD Panel
    13
    
    Speakers and Status Leds
    14
    
    Keyboard
    16
    
    NEC Versaglide
    16
    
    Battery Pack Bay
    17
- Around the Back of the System
  17
- Around the Sides of the System
  19
  - The Left Side
    19
  - The Right Side
    20
- Around the Bottom of the System
  21
- NEC Versa Power Sources
  22
  - Using the AC Adapter
    22
    
    Powering on
    24
  - Using the Main Battery Pack
    24
    
    Installing the Battery Pack
    25
  - When to Change the Battery Pack
    25
  - Battery Handling
    26
    
    Replacing the Battery Pack
    27
  - Battery Life
    27
  - Extending Battery Life
    27
  - Battery Charging
    28
  - Battery Precautions
    29
  - Battery Disposal
    30
- Internal Batteries
  30
  - CMOS Battery
    30
- System Care
  30
  - Precautions
    31
  - Storage Requirements
    32
  - Routine Cleaning
    33
2 Introducing the Software

34
- Windows Introduction
  35
  - Windows 95
    36
  - Windows for Workgroups
    36
- DOS Introduction
  37
- Guide to Online Help
  38
- Guide to NEC Utilities
  39
  - Setup
    39
  - Battery Gauge Utility
    39
  - Phdisk
    40
- Other Software
  40
  - Phoenix Card Manager
    40
  - Laplink
    41
    
    How to Use Laplink
    41
  - Mcafee Anti-Virus Software
    43
  - Videosaver
    44
  - Xingmpeg Player
    45
  - Microsoft Works
    45
  - Microsoft Money
    45
  - Microsoft Golf
    46
  - Microsoft Sampler
    46
- Online Services
  46
  - America Online
    48
  - Compuserve
    49
  - Netscape Navigator Personal Edition
    50
  - Official Airline Guide (OAG)
    51
3 Using Setup and Power Management

53
- Setup Utility
  53
  - How to Enter Setup
    53
  - How to Use Setup
    54
    
    Looking at Screens
    54
    
    Checking/Setting System Parameters
    56
    
    Using Keys
    56
    
    Setup Parameters
    57
- Using Power Management
  61
  - Power Saving Modes
    62
  - Power Management Settings
    63
  - Using Fn-Esc
    63
4 Using Your NEC Versa

65
- Lcd
  65
- Keyboard
  66
  - Function Keys
    66
- NEC Versaglide
  69
  - Making Versaglide Adjustments
    70
    
    Windows 95 Versaglide Adjustments
    70
    
    Windows for Workgroups Versaglide Adjustments
    71
    
    Versaglide Tips
    73
- Drive Bays
  73
- 6X CD-Rom Reader
  76
  - CD Loading
    77
    
    Adding the CD Audio Option
    77
    
    Using Audio Cds in Windows for Workgroups
    77
    
    Playing Audio Cds
    78
    
    Playing Entertainment Cds Using Windows 95
    79
    
    Using Audio Cds under Windows 95
    79
  - CD Care
    79
- PC Cards
  80
  - Type II Cards
    80
  - Type II Extended Cards
    80
- Type III Cards
  81
  - Communication Cards
    81
  - PC Card Modems
    81
  - Storage Cards
    82
  - Interface Cards
    82
  - Other Cards
    82
- PCM Plus Drivers
  83
- PC Card Enablers
  84
- Disabling Preloaded PCMCIA Drivers
  85
- PC Card Slots
  86
  - Inserting a PC Card
    86
  - Removing a Card
    87
- IR Port
  88
- Increasing System Storage and Memory
  89
  - Hard Disk
    89
  - Installing a Memory Module
    89
    
    Reviewing the Memory Map
    92
- Installing Options
  93
  - External Monitor
    93
  - Printers
    93
    
    Parallel Devices
    95
    
    Serial Devices
    96
  - Serial Mouse Use
    98
    
    Windows 95 Systems
    98
    
    Windows for Workgroups Systems
    100
  - External Keyboard/Mouse
    102
  - External Audio Options
    104
  - NEC Port Replicator 2400
    105
    
    Using the Port Replicator 2400
    105
    
    Using TV Output
    106
    
    Changing Video Settings
    107
    
    For Windows 95 Users Only
    107
    
    For Windows for Workgroups Users Only
    107
    
    Connecting Your Notebook to a TV
    108
    
    Disabling TV Mode
    109
    
    Setting the System BIOS to TV Mode
    109
5 Using Multimedia

111
- Audio
  111
  - Recording
    111
  - Line-In
    113
  - Microphone
    114
  - Playing Back
    114
    
    Using External Stereo Speakers
    115
    
    Using Headphones
    115
    
    Using the Built-In Speakers
    115
  - MIDI Files
    115
- Video
  116
  - Using Animation Files
    116
- Multimedia Applications
  117
  - Videosaver
    117
6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa

119
- Power Connections
  119
- Checklists
  120
  - What to Take
    120
  - Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel
    121
7 Solving Problems

122
- Problem Checklist
  122
- Start-Up Problems
  124
  - POST Error Messages
    124
- If You Need Assistance
  127
- Getting Help
  127
  - Updating the System BIOS
    129
- NEC Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
  129
Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

131
- Making Your Computer Work for You
  131
- Arrange Your Equipment
  133
- Adjust Your Chair
  133
- Adjust Your Input Devices
  134
- Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
  135
- Vary Your Workday
  136
- Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
  137
Specifications

139
Using DOS Programs

146
- Using Power Management in DOS Mode
  146
  - Windows for Workgroups
    146
  - Windows 95
    147
- Setting up DOS Mode Games in Windows 95
  148
- Battery Replacement
  166

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NEC VERSA 2400 - SERVICE Service Manual

NEC VERSA 2400 - SERVICE Service Manual (104 pages)

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Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.71 MB

Table of Contents

Preface
2
Table of Contents
3
Abbreviations
11
List of Tables

14
List of Figures

14
Section 1 Introduction

14
- NEC Versa 2400 Series Notebook
  14
- Model Configurations
  14
- Feature Highlights
  15
- System Configuration
  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
    18
    
    Keyboard
    18
- Standard Keyboard Layout
  18
- Fn Key Combination Summary
  19
  - Versaglide
    20
  - Memory Slot Compartment
    20
  - The Right Side of the Notebook
    21
    
    Built-In Floppy Disk Drive
    21
    
    PCMCIA Slot Compartment
    21
- Inserting a PCMCIA Card
  21
  - Hard Disk Drive Compartment
    22
  - Front of the Notebook
    22
    
    Battery Compartment
    22
- Removing the Battery Pack
  22
  - Left Side of the Notebook
    23
    
    DC-IN Connector Jack
    23
    
    Hardware Reset Switch
    23
- Connecting the AC Adapter to the Notebook
  23
  - The Rear of the Notebook
    24
    
    External Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port
    24
- The Rear Side of the Notebook
  24
  - VGA Port
    25
- Connecting an External Monitor
  25
  - Printer Port
    26
  - Serial Port (COM 1)
    26
- Connecting to the Printer Port
  26
- Connecting to the Serial Port
  26
  - Bottom of the Notebook
    27
    
    Battery Module Handle and Lock
    27
    
    ROM Memory Compartment Cover
    27
- System BIOS Setup Program
  27
- The Boot Setup Menu
  28
- Boot Main Setup Menu
  29
- Boot Setup Peripherals Menu
  30
- Boot Setup Security Menu
  30
- Boot Setup Power Savings Menu
  31
- System Upgrades
  32
- Memory Upgrade Procedure
  32
- MB Memory Configurations
  33
- System BIOS Upgrade Procedure
  34
Section 2 General Specifications

35
- NEC Versa 2400 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
  43
- LED Indicator Board Specifications
  43
- I/O Board
  44
- I/O Board Specifications
  44
- LCD Inverter Board
  46
- LCD Inverter Board Specifications
  46
- LED Status Indicators
  47
- FDD Specification
  47
- Status LED Descriptions
  47
- FDD Specifications
  47
- HDD Unit Specification
  48
- Nimh Battery Pack Specification
  48
- Hard Disk Drive Specifications
  48
- CD-ROM Reader Specifications
  48
- Battery Specifications
  48
- DC/DC Converter & Battery Charger Specification
  49
- Battery Charger
  49
- Battery Charger Specifications
  49
- Keyboard
  50
- AC/DC Adapter
  50
- Bios
  51
- 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 Specification
  55
- Hot Keys
  55
- Environmental Specifications
  55
- Power Source
  56
- Vibration
  56
- Vibration Specifications
  56
- Power Specifications
  56
- Shock
  57
- Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)
  57
- Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Specifications
  57
Section 3 Hardware Functional Overview

58
- Functional Block Diagram
  59
- System BIOS
  60
  - System Processor
    60
  - Major Functional Blocks
    60
- System Logic Controller
  61
- Memory Subsystem
  63
  - DRAM Memory
    63
  - ROM 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
  67
- Floppy Disk Drive Subsystem
  67
- Pointing Device Subsystem
  67
- Power Subsystem
  67
  - AC Power Adapter
    68
  - Internal Battery Pack
    68
  - Powerboard
    68
  - LCD Inverter Board Assembly
    68
Section 4 Field Service Guidelines

69
Section 5 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 Messages
    88
- POST Error Messages
  88
- POST Error Messages
  89
  - Informational Messages
    91
  - BIOS Informational Messages
    91
  - Run-Time Error Messages
    92
- Quick Troubleshooting
  93
Appendix A Video Modes

96
- Battery Replacement
  101
- Battery Disposal
  101

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