Preparing For Travel - NEC Versa User Manual

Preparing for Travel

Preparing for Travel
The Versa computer makes a natural travelling companion. With a little preparation you can use the computer
anywhere you go, to prepare your business documents, confirm your travel plans, surf the Internet, or simply
stay in touch with those back home!
Here is what you should do before you leave home:
Note: speed the trip through airport security by carrying a charged system. Inspectors want to see the screen
display a message. The boot message is usually sufficient.
If your system is fully charged, the inspection only takes a minute or so. Otherwise, be prepared to attach the
AC adapter and power cable. And if you don't have these, the inspection might include a disassembly of the
system.
Back up your Versa's hard disk.
Insert a fully charged battery to make sure your system is ready to quickly boot up at the airport
security check.
Fully charge all your batteries.
Tape your business card to your Versa, AC adapter, and batteries.
If you run your system with battery power, maximise battery life by using power-saving features
whenever possible.
Take along any application or data files on diskette that you might need.
Check that you have everything you need before you leave on a trip.
What To Take
The following are what you should take with you when you travel with your Versa.
Extra fully charged batteries.
Single-outlet surge protector.
Appropriate AC plug adapter for international voltage requirements.
AC extension cord.
Extra phone cord to reach wall jacks.
Copy of proof of purchase for your computer and other equipment or customs registration form for
customs check.
The UltraCare Technical Support Pocket Memo, detailing the international technical support phone
numbers.
Customer support phone numbers for your software.
Your notebook's Quick Start Guide.
Power Connections
With the right accessories, you can run your Versa almost anywhere! Your system self-adjusts to various
power sources. The United States, Canada and most of Central and South America use 120-volt alternating
current (AC). Most other countries of the world use 240-volt AC. Make sure the power source falls within the
system compatible range.
There are a few countries with areas that use direct current (DC) as their main power source. You need a DC-
to-AC converter in particular areas of Argentina, Brazil, India, Madeira and South Africa.
To use your system outside of your country, you need an adapter plug. There are several different plugs
available worldwide. You can buy these at an electronics supply store.
Getting Through Customs