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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface..........................xiii Abbreviations ........................Section 1 Technical Information System Chassis........................ 1-2 System Board ........................1-3 Processor ........................1-5 Secondary Cache...................... 1-6 System and Video BIOS ..................1-6 Power Management....................1-7 I/O Addressing ......................1-7 System Memory ....................... 1-8 Interrupt Controller ....................1-10 Integrated Graphics ....................
Page 3 Contents Power Management......................1-17 Desktop Management Interface..................1-18 DMI Components..................... 1-18 Manageable Components..................1-18 CI Module ........................ 1-19 DMI Browser ......................1-19 Usage........................1-20 Troubleshooting ....................... 1-21 Specifications ........................1-22 Section 2 Setup and Operation Unpacking and Repacking ....................2-1 Setup..........................
Page 4 Contents Load Previous Values ..................2-22 Save Changes....................2-22 BIOS Update Utility......................2-22 NEC Bulletin Board Service ..................2-23 Using the BIOS Update Utility ................2-24 Section 3 Option Installation General Rules for Installing Options................3-1 Precautions ........................3-2 Removing the System Unit Cover ................3-3 Expansion Boards......................
Page 5 Contents Removing the Front Panel ................3-25 Installing the 5 1/4-Inch Device............... 3-27 Replacing the Front Panel................3-28 Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket ............3-29 Adding External Options....................3-30 Parallel Printer ......................3-30 RS-232C Device Connection................... 3-31 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance ........................
Page 6 Contents Speaker Connector Pin Assignments ................A-7 Power Supply Connector....................A-7 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors ................... A-8 Suspend Button Connector....................A-8 Fan Connector ......................... A-8 Diskette Drive Interface Pin Assignments ..............A-9 IDE Interface Connectors....................A-9 SIMM Sockets......................... A-11 ISA/PCI-Bus Backboard Connector Pin Assignments............ A-12 ISA Expansion Bus Connector Pin Assignments............
Page 7 viii Contents Typical CD-ROM Reader Controls and Indicators......... 2-6 Removing Cover Screws................. 3-3 Releasing the Cover ................3-4 Locating Expansion Slots................ 3-5 Removing a Slot Cover ................3-6 Inserting the Board .................. 3-7 Removing the Slot Cover Support Screws..........3-8 Attaching the Slot Cover Support ............
Page 8 Contents Inside Expansion Slot Screw..............5-4 PCI/ISA Backboard Screws ..............5-5 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket................. 5-6 3 1/2-Inch Diskette and Hard Disk Drive Screws ........5-6 Indicator Panel Connectors ..............5-7 Blank Panel Tabs..................5-8 5-10 Internal Speaker..................5-9 5-11 SIMM Socket ..................
Page 9 System Security Options ................. 2-18 2-10 Power Management Parameters .............. 2-20 Recommended Memory Upgrade Path ........... 3-10 NEC Service and Information Telephone Numbers........ 4-1 Problems and Solutions................4-5 PowerMate Ve Disassembly Sequence ........... 5-1 PowerMate Ve Field-Replaceable Parts List........... 5-14 PowerMate Ve Optional Replacement Part ..........
Page 10 Contents Specifications for 635-MB Hard Disk Drive .......... C-1 Specifications for 1.2-GB Hard Disk Drive ..........C-3 Specifications for NEC Quad-Speed CD-ROM Reader ......D-1...
Page 11: Preface
Section 2, Setup and Operation, gives general setup and operation information. Included is a description of the system Setup utility and the factory default configuration settings. A procedure is provided for logging onto the NEC Bulletin Board and obtaining the latest the Flash ROM BIOS.
Page 12: Abbreviations
Abbreviations ampere enhanced capabilities port (ECP) alternating current Enhanced Graphics Adapter advanced technology (IBM PC) Enhanced Parallel Port Bulletin Board System EPROM erasable and programmable ROM binary-coded decimal EVGA Enhanced Video Graphics Array BIOS Customized Utility Fahrenheit BIOS basic input/output system facsimile transmission binary digit Federal Communications...
Page 13 Abbreviations maximum tracks per inch megabyte volt Monochrome Display Adapter volts, alernating current modified frequency modulation volts, direct current megahertz VESA video electronics standards association microphone Video Graphics Array MIDI musical instrument device interface VRAM video RAM multimedia PC watt millimeter write MPEG...
Page 14: Technical Information
Section 1 Technical Information ® The PowerMate Ve Series come standard with an Intel Pentium™ processor, a 3 1/2-inch 1.44 megabyte (MB) diskette drive, 8- or 16-MB random access memory (RAM), and 1 MB of video dynamic random access memory (DRAM). The PowerMate Ve system configurations are listed in Table Section 1-1.
Page 15: System Chassis
Technical Information SYSTEM CHASSIS The system chassis provides an enclosure for the system board, power supply, four expansion slots, a five-connector PCI/ISA backboard, and four storage device slots. The expansion slots include two 8-/16-bit ISA slots, one dedicated 32-bit PCI slot, and one shared PCI/ISA (32-bit PCI or 8-/16-bit ISA) slot.
Page 16: System Board
Technical Information SYSTEM BOARD Key features of the system board include the following: Intel Pentium 75- or 100-MHz Pentium processor, depending on system configuration 16-KB internal dual write-back cache integrated on the processor system Setup program built into the BIOS flash ROM for fast economical BIOS upgrades integrated input/output (I/O) controller with keyboard, diskette drive, and hard disk drive controllers.
Page 17 Technical Information two intelligent drive electronics (IDE) interface channels one fast IDE/PCI channel (primary connector) used by the hard disk drive to transfer data at the hard disk’s optimum rate one standard IDE channel (secondary connector) for the CD-ROM reader supports up to four IDE devices, two to each channel power management for placing system in power save mode when idle for a specified amount of time...
Page 18: Processor
Technical Information Table Section 1-2 System Board Chips Chip Description P54C (CPGA) 75/50-MHz Intel Pentium processor 100/66-MHz Intel Pentium processor SiS PCI/ISA Chip Set System controller 5511 PCI/ISA cache memory controller 5512 PCI local data buffer 5513 PCI system I/O SMC FDC37C665 Integrated Plug and Play Ultra I/O controller SiS 6205...
Page 19: Secondary Cache
Technical Information Secondary Cache The system board contains the connector for an optional 256 KB secondary cache, external to the processor. The optional cache can be 15-ns asynchronous or 20-ns synchronous pipeline burst. Cache allows data to be sent or received from cache with one wait state burst. Cache memory improves read performance by holding copies of code and data that are frequently requested from the system memory by the processor.
Page 20: Power Management
Technical Information Table 1-3 System Memory Map Memory Space Size Function 000C0000-000C7FFF 32 KB Video BIOS (Shadowed in DRAM) 000A0000-000BFFFF 128 KB Video Buffer (SMM space Non-Cacheable) 00080000-0009FFFF 128 KB Optional memory space gap (DOS Apps) 00000000-0007FFFF 512 KB DOS applications (No read/write protect) (Always cacheable) Power Management Each system incorporates power management features that lower power consumption when...
Page 21: System Memory
Technical Information Table Section 1-4 I/O Address Map Address (Hex) I/O Device Name 00F0 Clear math coprocessor error 00F1 Reset math coprocessor 0F8-0FF Math coprocessor 170-177 Secondary IDE channel 1F0-1F7 Primary IDE channel 200, 202, 207 Game I/O 220-22F Sound port 238-23F Serial port 4 (used for remapping) 278-27F...
Page 22 Technical Information The SIMM memory sockets accept 32-bit (non-parity) 4-, 8-, 16-, or 32-MB 70 ns SIMMs. The SIMMs are 1 MB x 32 bit (4 MB), 2 MB x 32 bit (8 MB), 4 MB x 32 bit (16 MB), and 8 MB x 32 bit (32 MB).
Page 23: Interrupt Controller
1-10 Technical Information Table Section 1-5 SIMM Memory Upgrade Path Total Memory SIMM 1 SIMM 2 SIMM 3 SIMM 4 80 MB 8 MB 8 MB 32 MB 32 MB 80 MB 32 MB 32 MB 8 MB 8 MB 96 MB 16 MB 16 MB...
Page 24: Integrated Graphics
Technical Information 1-11 Table Section 1-6 Interrupt Level Assignments Interrupt Priority Interrupt Device IRQ13 Coprocessor IRQ14 Primary IDE IRQ15 Secondary IDE Integrated Graphics The system has an SiS 6205 PCI local bus motion video playback controller and graphics accelerator integrated on the system board. State of the art techniques are used for optimizing performance in computer graphic intensive applications and graphical user interfaces (GUI).
Page 25: Video Memory
1-12 Technical Information Video Memory The system comes with 1 MB of on-board video DRAM, upgradeable to 2 MB. The standard 1 MB DRAM consists of two 256K by 16 DRAM devices soldered to the system board. The optional 1 MB of DRAM consists of two 256 KB by 16 modules that install in two sockets on the system board.
Page 26: Pci Auto Configuration
Technical Information 1-13 The PCI bus contains two embedded PCI devices, the PCI local bus IDE interface and the PCI video/graphics controller. PCI expansion slot connector pin assignments are provided in Appendix A. PCI Auto Configuration The system comes with a PCI auto configuration utility that operates in conjunction with the system’s Setup utility.
Page 27: Serial Interface
1-14 Technical Information Table Section 1-7 Parallel Port Addressing and Interrupts Starting I/O Address Interrupt Level Port IRQ05 LPT1 IRQ05 LPT1 or LPT2 IRQ07 LPT1 or LPT2 IRQ07 LPT1 IRQ07 LPT1 or LPT2 IRQ07 LPT1 or LPT2 Parallel interface signals are output through the system board’s 25-pin, D-subconnector. The connector is located at the rear of the system unit.
Page 28: Power Supply
Technical Information 1-15 Serial interface specifications include: Baud rate up to 19.2 KB per second Word length - 5, 6, 7, or 8 bits Stop bit - 1, 1.5, or 2 bits Start bit - 1 bit Parity bit - 1 bit (odd parity or even parity). Serial interface signals are output through the system board’s 9-pin, D-subconnector.
Page 29: Mouse
1-16 Technical Information MOUSE A PS/2-compatible mouse is standard equipment for the system. The mouse has a self- cleaning mechanism that prevents a buildup of dust or lint around the mouse ball and tracking mechanism. The mouse’s six-pin connector plugs into the rear of the system. The mouse connector pin assignments are given in Appendix A.
Page 30: Cd-Rom Reader
Technical Information 1-17 CD-ROM Reader The quad-speed IDE CD-ROM reader is pre-installed as drive E on multimedia and multimedia/network configurations. The reader can be used to load programs from a CD or it can be used to play audio CDs. The reader operates at different speeds depending on whether the CD contains music or data.
Page 31: Power Management
DMI is not a protocol but an interface that complements network protocols like the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). DMI Components The NEC DMI consists of two major functional components: the Component Interface (CI) module the NEC DMI Browser. The CI module provides the instrumentation and interface between the BIOS and the DMI Service Layer (SL).
Page 32: Manageable Components
The Browser has the ability to set attributes and manage DMI components. The NEC Browser can only access the local MIF database. The Browser lets you access MIF attributes according to the structure defined by the DMTF. It is not intended to be a general PC management application.
Page 33: Usage
Browser, it restores all the viewing screens to the last known position. Usage To start the NEC DMI Viewer, simply double click on the NEC DMI icon in the NEC Utilities group in Windows. The initial display contains the system serial number, model number, asset tag number, processor information, serial and parallel ports and their status, video information, HDD information, and memory information.
Page 34 Technical Information 1-21 CAUTION: Using the SYSEDIT utility can put either the system or Windows into a state where it cannot operate. If you are not familiar with the use of these files and their maintenance, do not make any changes.
Page 35: Troubleshooting
1-22 Technical Information Troubleshooting If trouble is experienced in using the NEC DMI Browser, here are a few suggestions to follow. Reboot the system after installation, otherwise you may have problems running the NEC DMI Browser. If the product name, serial number, system boot time, or other attribute returns a N/A, check the following: Look at the AUTOEXEC.BAT file to see if the line...
Page 36: Specifications
Technical Information 1-23 SPECIFICATIONS System specifications are included in Table Section 1-9. Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification Dimensions and Weight Width: 17 inches (43.18 cm) Depth: 16 inches (40.64 cm) Height: 4 inches (10.6 cm) Weight: 22 lb (11.1 kg) (dependent upon options) Keyboard Width: 19.0 inches (48.3 cm) Depth: 8.4 inches (21.3 cm)
Page 37 1-24 Technical Information Table Section 1-9 Specifications Item Specification Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels Battery coin-type battery Power Supply 145 Watt, 115 V/230V switch selectable CD-ROM Reader See Appendix D for more specifications (Multimedia and Disc format: ISO 9660 Multimedia/Network systems Data transfer rate: 600 KB/sec, PIO Mode 3 support only)
Page 38: Setup And Operation
Setup includes unpacking, setting up, and powering on the system. It also includes information for configuring the system with the setup program, using the NEC bulletin board service, and running the BIOS update utility. Setting system board jumpers is described in Appendix B, System Board Jumpers.
Page 39 Setup and Operation Voltage Selector Switch System Power Switch Figure Section 2-1 Voltage Selector Switch NOTE: The correct AC input voltage must be properly set. Select the appropriate voltage with the voltage selector switch located at the rear of the system. Connect the keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer cables to the back of the system unit (see Figure Section 2-2).
Page 40 Setup and Operation If setting up a network-ready system, connect the appropriate network cable to the network board at the rear of the system (see Figure Section 2-3). CAUTION: If adding a T-connector, be sure that other network users are logged off the system before connecting the cable.
Page 41 Setup and Operation Assemble and connect the microphone (multimedia systems only) as follows. Slide the microphone holder into the slot in the microphone stand as far as it will go (see Figure Section 2-4). Slide the microphone cable and microphone into the holder. Adjust the microphone by pivoting it up and down and side to side.
Page 42 Setup and Operation Press the power button (see Figure Section 2-6) to power-on the system. The power lamp lights green, indicating that the system is in Full-Power On mode. The system automatically goes into its Power-On Self-Test (POST), and checks system components.
Page 43: Cd-Rom Reader
Setup and Operation CD-ROM READER An NEC 4X CD-ROM reader (see Figure Section 2-7) comes pre-installed as drive E in the multimedia configurations. The reader is set as a master device, and is connected to the secondary IDE/PCI port on the system board.
Page 44: System Configuration
Setup and Operation To load a disc in the CD-ROM reader, follow these steps. Press the open/close button. The CD tray opens. Put the CD, printed side up, into the tray. Press the open/close button again and the tray closes. To remove the disc, press the open/close button.
Page 45: How To Start Setup
Setup and Operation configure system connections for peripherals such as the diskette drive, hard drives, and devices connected to the printer and serial ports. customize the system with security features such as passwords, diskette drive restriction, virus check reminder, and system backup reminder. set system parameters if the CMOS battery or real-time clock/battery module needs replacing.
Page 46: How To Use Setup
Setup and Operation How to Use Setup The Setup utility has a Main Menu window and six top-level menus with submenus. The Main Menu window contains the following areas: A title line the top line of the Main Menu. This line displays the Setup utility name and copyright message.
Page 47: Legend Bar
2-10 Setup and Operation Security Use this menu to set User and Supervisor Passwords, diskette access, fixed disk boot sector, and the Backup and Virus-check reminders. Power Use this menu to configure Power Management features. Boot Use this menu to select the boot device (diskette drive, CD-ROM reader, or hard drive) Exit Exits the Setup utility with options to save or discard changes, load...
Page 48: Field Help Window
Setup and Operation 2-11 Selecting a Menu Item To select a menu item, use the up or down arrow keys to move the cursor to the desired field. Use the tab key to cycle the cursor through the options. Then use the value keys (F5, - , F6, +, or space bar) to cycle through the value for that field.
Page 49: Ide Adapters
2-12 Setup and Operation Table Section 2-2 Main Menu Parameters Parameter Options Description System Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system date. Diskette A: 360KB, 5 1/4” Selects the type of diskette drive in the system. Diskette B: 1.2MB, 5 1/4”...
Page 50 Setup and Operation 2-13 Jumper settings on the IDE device set the device to master or slave (see the documentation that comes with the device). Select the IDE Adapter option configuration directly from the Main Menu summary window. Available options include: IDE Adapter 0 Master IDE Adapter 0 Slave IDE Adapter 1 Master...
Page 51: Memory Cache
2-14 Setup and Operation Table Section 2-3 IDE Hard Disk Parameters Parameter Options Description LBA Mode Control Enabled Sets LBA Mode Control on or off. Disabled (default) 32-Bit I/O Enabled (default) Sets 32 bit I/O to on or off. Disabled Transfer Mode Standard (default) Specifies the transfer mode for moving data to...
Page 52: Numlock
Setup and Operation 2-15 Use the legend keys to make the selections and exit to the Main Menu. Use Table Section 2-5 to select the boot options. Table Section 2-5 Boot Parameters Parameters Options Description Summary Screen Enabled (default) Displays system configuration at the end of boot- Disabled Floppy Check Enabled (default)
Page 53: Advanced Menu
2-16 Setup and Operation Advanced Menu Accessing the Advanced menu might require a Supervisor password. See Table Section 2-7 for Advanced Menu parameters. CAUTION: Setting items in the Advanced menu to incorrect values can cause the system to malfunction. Table Section 2-7 Advanced Menu Parameters Parameter Options Description...
Page 54 Setup and Operation 2-17 Use the legend keys to make the selections and exit to the Main Menu. Use Table Section 2-8 to configure the peripherals. Table Section 2-8 Integrated Peripherals Parameters Feature Options Description COM A Port Disabled Selects a unique address and interrupt request COM B Port User-selectable settings for the listed COM ports.
Page 55: Security Menu
2-18 Setup and Operation Security Menu Selecting “Security” from the Main Menu displays a menu with system security options. NOTE: The Setup program can be entered with either a User or Supervisor password. However, more Setup choices are available with the Supervisor password.
Page 56: Power Menu
Setup and Operation 2-19 Table Section 2-9 System Security Options Feature Options Description Set User Password Up to seven Pressing Enter displays the dialog box for alphanumeric entering the user password. This password gives characters RESTRICTED access to Setup menus. Requires prior setting of Supervisor password.
Page 57: Boot Menu
2-20 Setup and Operation Table Section 2-10 Power Management Parameters Feature Options Description Enabled (default) Advanced power management (APM) allows Disable APM-aware software to better manage power savings. Power Savings Mode Customize (default) Maximum, Medium, and Minimum set power- Disabled management options with predefined values.
Page 58: Exit Menu
Setup and Operation 2-21 Exit Menu Selecting “Exit” from the menu bar displays the following exit options. Save Changes & Exit Discard Changes & Exit Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Changes. The following subsections describe each of the options on the Exit Menu. Note that does not exit this menu.
Page 59: Save Changes
Performing an update is done with a BIOS flash diskette. The diskette, which contains the latest version of the BIOS code, can be obtained from NEC Technologies or, if a modem is available, the latest BIOS can be downloaded from NEC's Bulletin Board Service (BBS).
Page 60: Nec Bulletin Board Service
BIOS Update utility. How to flash the BIOS with a flash diskette is described following the BBS access procedure. NEC Bulletin Board Service Log onto the BBS as follows. NOTE: First time users must answer a new user questionnaire.
Page 61: Using The Bios Update Utility
2-24 Setup and Operation After completing downloading of the file, log off the BBS as follows. Press (to continue). Enter Press (command for Goodbye/Hangup). Press Enter Using the BIOS Update Utility Update the BIOS from the BIOS flash diskette as follows. Write down the Setup parameters currently set on the system.
Page 62: Option Installation
Section 3 Option Installation This section provides instructions for installing the following options: expansion boards SIMM memory upgrade video memory upgrade processor upgrade L2 SRAM cache module data storage devices external options. All options require that the system cover be removed. Procedures for removing the cover is included in this section.
Page 63: Precautions
Option Installation PRECAUTIONS Take care when working inside the system and when handling computer components. Avoid electric shock or personal injury by observing the following warning. WARNING: Before removing the system unit cover, turn off the power and unplug the system power cable.
Page 64: Removing The System Unit Cover
Option Installation Removing the System Unit Cover The following procedure describes how to remove the system unit 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.
Page 65: Expansion Boards
Option Installation From the rear of the system, grasp the sides and slide the cover about an inch away from the front panel (see Figure Section 3-2). NOTE: The cover fits tightly. Press the front edge of the cover to release it from the front panel.
Page 66: Expansion Board Installation
Option Installation ISA expansion slots support industry-standard 8-bit or 16-bit expansion boards. The PCI/ISA slot also supports PCI expansion boards. PCI expansion boards run at the system’s processor speed. The PCI bus handles 32 bits of data at a time, being wider as well as faster than the standard ISA bus. PCI boards can send and receive data much faster which boosts system performance.
Page 67 Option Installation CAUTION: A slot cover can damage the system board or any option board if it falls into the system. Take care to keep the slot cover from falling when removing the screw. If the slot cover does fall into the unit, remove it before replacing the cover.
Page 68: Inside Slot Expansion Board Installation
Option Installation Figure Section 3-8 Inserting the Board Attach any signal cables required by the expansion board. Replace the system unit cover. Inside Slot Expansion Board Installation Use this procedure if installing an expansion board into the inside slot. Remove the system unit cover as previously described. Follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the expansion board (such as setting switches or jumpers on the board).
Page 69 Option Installation Slot Cover Slot Cover Support Screws Figure Section 3-10 Removing the Slot Cover Support Screws Hold the board by its edges, component side down and the bracket end facing the rear of the unit, and insert it into the expansion slot. Press the board firmly into the expansion slot connector.
Page 70: System Board Options
Option Installation SYSTEM BOARD OPTIONS SIMM, video, and processor OverDrives require locating the connector on the system board. See the following figure for connector locations. Audio Wave Cache Connector Socket Processor Socket SIMM Socket 1 SIMM Socket 2 SIMM Socket 3 Video DRAM SIMM Sockets...
Page 71 3-10 Option Installation determine the SIMM configuration needed to increase memory locate the sockets for SIMM installation. Locate the four SIMM sockets on the system board (see Figure Section 3-14). If any cables block access to the SIMM sockets, label and disconnect them. If any boards block access to the sockets, remove them.
Page 72: Simm Removal
Option Installation 3-11 SIMM Removal Remove a SIMM as follows. CAUTION: Reduce static discharge by touching the system’s metal chassis. Remove the system unit cover as previously described. Locate the SIMM sockets (see Figure Section 3-14). Press the metal clips at the outer edges of the socket away from the SIMM. Push the SIMM away from the locking tabs and remove it from the socket (see Figure Section 3-15).
Page 73: Video Upgrade
3-12 Option Installation CAUTION: Before installing a SIMM, reduce static discharge by touching the system’s metal chassis. Position the SIMM in the socket. The notched end of the SIMM allows only the correct positioning. Insert the SIMM at an angle into the socket. Tilt the SIMM towards the locking tabs using equal pressure at the ends of the SIMM until it locks into the socket (see Figure Section 3-17).
Page 74: Processor Upgrade
Option Installation 3-13 CAUTION: Reduce static discharge by touching the system’s metal chassis. Align the notched ends of the module and socket (see Figure Section 3-19). Using equal pressure, gently press the module into the socket. Repeat for the second module. Notched End of Module Notched Corner...
Page 75: Processor Removal
3-14 Option Installation Processor Removal Remove the installed processor on the system board as follows. Remove the system unit cover as previously described. Locate the processor socket (see Figure Section 3-14). If any expansion boards are obstructing the socket, remove the boards. Release the heatsink clip from the tabs on the socket.
Page 76: Secondary Cache Upgrade
Secondary cache increases system performance. NOTE: NEC recommends that you purchase the NEC Cache Upgrade Kit when adding secondary cache. The NEC option kit has been tested and approved to work correctly with your system. Use the following procedure to install the cache module.
Page 77 3-16 Option Installation CAUTION: Before you install a cache module, reduce static discharge by touching the system’s metal chassis. Align the pin 1 end of the cache module with the pin 1 end of the secondary cache socket. Using equal pressure, gently press the module into the socket. Check to see if the newly installed cache module requires a system board jumper change.
Page 78: Data Storage Devices
Option Installation 3-17 DATA STORAGE DEVICES The system board in the computer supports the following storage devices: up to two diskette drives, including the standard 1.44-MB diskette drive up to four IDE devices such as IDE hard disks and an IDE CD-ROM reader. Other storage devices might require the installation of a compatible controller board.
Page 79: Device Preparation
3-18 Option Installation Figure Section 3-13 shows the device slot locations in the system. 3 1/2-Inch Slot (contains 1.44-MB diskette drive) 5 1/4-Inch Accessible Slots* 3 1/2-Inch Internal Slot (contains hard disk in hard disk configurations) * Top 5 1/4-inch slot is available in some configurations. Figure Section 3-13 Locating Device Slots Device Preparation Before installing a storage device in the system, follow any preinstallation instructions that...
Page 80 Option Installation 3-19 The diskette drive and IDE cables shipped with the system each support two devices. Cable connector locations on the system board are shown in Figure Section 3-15. Primary IDE Signal Connector Secondary IDE Signal Connector Diskette Drive Signal Pin 1 Connector...
Page 81 3-20 Option Installation Figure Section 3-17 shows a three-connector diskette drive signal cable. Attaches to 1.44-MB Diskette Drive Attaches to 1.2-MB Diskette Drive Attaches to the System Board Figure Section 3-17 Optional Diskette Drive Signal Cable IDE Signal Cables Hard disk systems come with a three-connector IDE interface cable attached to the primary IDE connector.
Page 82: System Power Cables
Option Installation 3-21 Figure Section 3-19 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. Connects to System Board IDE Port Connects to IDE...
Page 83: Device Cabling
3-22 Option Installation Device Cabling All storage devices require a power and signal cable connection. Devices shipped with the system are already connected. Cable optional devices as follows. Cabling an IDE Device Connect the IDE signal cable connector to the connector on the IDE device. Take care to prevent bending drive connector pins.
Page 84: Storage Device Installation
Option Installation 3-23 Diskette Drive Signal Cable Connector Red Edge Power Cable Figure Section 3-25 Connecting 1.2-MB Diskette Drive Cables Storage Device Installation The following subsections describe how to install 3 1/2-inch and 5 1/4-inch drives. The installation procedures include: removing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket installing a 3 1/2-inch drive removing the front panel...
Page 85: Installing The 3 1/2-Inch Drive
3-24 Option Installation Power Supply Screw Tabs 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket Figure Section 3-27 Removing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket Installing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Install a hard disk drive into the drive bracket as follows. Remove the system unit cover as previously described. Remove the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket from the system unit (see “Removing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”).
Page 86: Removing The Front Panel
Option Installation 3-25 Figure Section 3-29 Securing a 3 1/2-Inch Drive Connect the drive cables. Replace the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket (see “Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”). Removing the Front Panel Remove the front panel only if installing a 5 1/4-inch device. The front panel does not need to be removed if installing a 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive.
Page 87 3-26 Option Installation Blank Panel Front Panel Tabs (behind front panel) Tabs (behind front panel) Figure Section 3-31 Removing the 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 Figure Section 3-33).
Page 88: Installing The 5 1/4-Inch Device
Option Installation 3-27 Install the device (see “Installing the 5 1/4-Inch Device”). Installing the 5 1/4-Inch Device Install an accessible device into the device cage as follows. Remove the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket from the system unit (see “Removing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”).
Page 89: Replacing The Front Panel
3-28 Option Installation Two of Four Screws Figure Section 3-35 Securing the Device Replace the drive bracket (see “Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”). Replacing the Front Panel Replace the front panel as follows. Align the four front panel tabs with the holes in the front of the system unit. Evenly press the front panel into position until the tabs lock the panel in place (see Figure Section 3-37).
Page 90: Replacing The 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket
Option Installation 3-29 Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket When replacing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket, take care to prevent pulling and loosening the cable connections. Place the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket in the 3 1/2-inch device slot. Slide the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket toward the front of the chassis so that the tabs secure the bracket.
Page 91: Adding External Options
3-30 Option Installation ADDING EXTERNAL OPTIONS This subsection includes installation procedures for a parallel printer and serial devices. Procedures for connecting the microphone and speakers are included in Section 2, Setup and Operation. Parallel Printer NOTE: Before connecting a printer to the system, be sure the printer is set up correctly.
Page 92: Rs-232C Device Connection
Option Installation 3-31 RS-232C Device Connection 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. Turn off power to the system and to the serial device. Connect one end of the serial cable to one of the two serial ports on the rear of the computer (see Figure Section 3-43).
Page 93: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Troubleshooting This section provides information on maintaining and troubleshooting the PowerMate Ve Series computers. Also included in this section are NEC service telephone numbers (Table Section 4-1) and procedures for replacing the CMOS battery. Table Section 4-1 NEC Service and Information Telephone Numbers...
Page 94: Maintenance
Maintenance and Troubleshooting MAINTENANCE This subsection contains general information for cleaning and checking the system, keyboard, and monitor. The system, keyboard, and monitor require cleaning and checking at least once a year, and more often if operating in a dusty environment. No other scheduled maintenance or lubrication is required.
Page 95: Keyboard Cleaning
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Keyboard Cleaning When necessary, inspect and clean the inside of the keyboard as follows: Turn the keyboard upside-down. Remove the screws holding the keyboard enclosure together. NOTE: The keyboard and cable together are considered a whole-unit, field-replaceable assembly.
Page 96: Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Figure Section 4-1 Removing the Mouse Ball Cover Turn the mouse over and remove the ball. Clean the mouse as follows: Clean the mouse ball with tap water and a mild detergent, then dry it with a lint-free cloth.
Page 97 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Symptom Solution No power Power lamp on computer 1. Check that the power cord is plugged status panel will not light. into the AC connector on the computer. Check that the other end of the cord is plugged into a live properly grounded AC power outlet.
Page 98 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Symptom Solution Operating system Intermittent beeping at power- 1. Check system configuration and jumper does not boot on. Computer beeps more settings (refer to Appendix B). than once and is unable to complete boot-up.
Page 99 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Symptom Solution Hard disk Cannot access hard disk. 1. Check signal/power connections malfunction (cont’d) between hard disk, PCB, power supply. 2. Check drive jumper settings. 3. Check power supply. 4. Check hard disk cable and hard disk. Replace as necessary.
Page 100 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Symptom Solution Monitor malfunction Wavy display. 1. Check that the computer and monitor (cont’d) are not near motors or electric fields. Blank display. 1. Press any key or move mouse to ensure power management has not blanked the display.
Page 101: Cmos Battery Replacement
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table Section 4-2 Problems and Solutions Problem Symptom Solution CD-ROM No sound from CDs. 1. Check that speaker power is on and Malfunction (cont’d) volume is adjusted. 2. Check audio software settings. 3. Check CD audio cable. Replace as necessary.
Page 102 4-10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Locate the battery socket on the system board. Battery Figure Section 4-2 Battery Socket Location Carefully lift the battery from the socket tabs and out of the socket. Battery Clip Figure Section 4-3 Battery Removal With the positive (+) side facing up, press the new battery into the socket. Replace the system unit cover.
Page 103 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-11...
Page 104: System Unit Repair
Section 5 System Unit Repair DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY This section contains step-by-step disassembly procedures. The hard disk drive, and 3 1/2- inch diskette drive are installed and included in these disassembly procedures. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly. Each procedure is supported by a simplified disassembly il- lustration to facilitate removal.
Page 105: System Unit Cover Removal
System Unit Repair When disassembling the system unit, follow these general rules. Disconnect all peripherals. When handling boards or chips, touch the system unit frame to discharge static. Do not disassemble parts other than those specified in the procedure. All screws are Phillips-head, unless otherwise specified. Label all removed connectors.
Page 106: Expansion Board Removal
System Unit Repair Remove the two cover screws shown in Figure Section 5-1. Screws Figure Section 5-1 System Unit Cover Screws Slide the system unit cover toward the front about one inch. Lift the system unit cover up and off (see Figure Section 5-2). Figure Section 5-2 Removing the System Unit Cover Expansion Board Removal Remove any installed expansion board(s) using Figure Section 5-4 through Figure Section...
Page 107 System Unit Repair To remove a board on the inside of the PCI/ISA backboard, remove the two slot cover support screws shown in Figure Section 5-6. The slot cover support secures the expansion board in place. Expansion Board ISA/PCI-Bus Backboard Screw Figure Section 5-4 Expansion Slot Screw Expansion Board...
Page 108: Pci/Isa Backboard Removal
System Unit Repair PCI/ISA Backboard Removal Remove the PCI/ISA backboard from the system unit as follows. Remove the system unit cover and all expansion slot boards as previously de- scribed. Remove the two screws that secure the backboard to the support bracket (see Figure Section 5-8).
Page 109 System Unit Repair NOTE: When reinstalling the drives, note that all power cables are keyed to fit only in the cor- rect position. Remove the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket screw (see Figure Section 5-10). Power Supply Screw Tabs 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket Figure Section 5-10 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket Remove the four 3 1/2-inch diskette drive screws;...
Page 110: Front Panel Assembly Removal
System Unit Repair Front Panel Assembly Removal Remove the front panel assembly from the system unit as follows. Remove the system unit cover and 3 1/2-inch drive bracket as previously de- scribed. Unplug the following cables from their connectors (see Figure Section 5-14). Power lamp (connector J6) Hard disk drive busy lamp (connector J30) Reset button (connector J25)
Page 111: Blank Panel Removal
System Unit Repair Blank Panel Removal Remove the blank panels from the front panel as follows. Remove the system unit cover and front panel as previously described. Remove the blank panel from the selected slot by pressing the panel tabs from in- side the front panel and pushing the blank panel out (see Figure Section 5-16).
Page 112: Simm Removal
System Unit Repair Slide the speaker out from the tabs on the device cage (see Figure Section 5-18). Speaker Cable to System Board Speaker Figure Section 5-18 Internal Speaker SIMM Removal Remove SIMM sticks from the system board as follows. Remove the system unit cover, and any full size expansion boards as previously described.
Page 113: 1/4-Inch Device Removal
5-10 System Unit Repair 5 1/4-Inch Device Removal Remove an 5 1/4-inch device from the 5 1/4-inch device cage per Figure Section 5-21, and the following steps. Remove the system unit cover, front panel, and 3 1/2-inch drive bracket as previously described.
Page 114: Power Supply Removal
System Unit Repair 5-11 Power Supply Removal Remove the power supply from the system unit as follows. Remove the system unit cover and front panel as previously described. Unplug the two power cables attached to the system board's connectors. Unplug the power cables from all installed devices. Remove the two screws securing the power button to the front of the system unit (see Figure Section 5-23).
Page 115 5-12 System Unit Repair Slide the power supply toward the system board to release the two tabs at the front, then lift it out of the system unit. Power Supply Screws Figure Section 5-25 Power Supply Screws...
Page 116: System Board Removal
System Unit Repair 5-13 System Board Removal Remove the system board per Figure Section 5-27 and the following steps. Remove the following components as previously described. system unit cover expansion slot boards PCI/ISA backboard 3 1/2-inch drive bracket SIMMs installed on the system board NOTE: Remove the optional video DRAM chips if installed, see Section 3, Options.
Page 117 5-14 System Unit Repair Figure Section 5-27 System Board Connectors and Screws...
Page 118: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
System Unit Repair Illustrated Parts Breakdown This subsection contains the illustrated parts breakdown (IPB) and NEC part numbers for the PowerMate Ve computer. Table Section 5-2 lists the field-replaceable parts for the computer. Figure Section 5-16 is the illustrated parts breakdown.
Page 119 System Unit Repair 5-15 Table Section 5-2 PowerMate Ve Field-Replaceable Parts List* Item Description Part Number Pentium 100 MHz Processor 158-082502-008 Audio Cable (for CD-ROM) 158-050824-000 System Board, Multimedia (with audio) 158-050978-000A System Board, Non-Multimedia 158-050978-001A (without audio) CMOS 3 Volt Lithium Coin Battery 158-060367-000 Speaker Assembly (internal) 158-050685-003...
Page 120 5-16 System Unit Repair Figure Section 5-16 PowerMate Ve Illustrated Parts Breakdown* ____________ * This data was revised May 1996. For an up-to-date listing of spare parts, please call FastFacts (800) 366-0476 and order document number 42181406.
Page 121 System Unit Repair 5-17 Table Section 5-3 lists the PowerMate Ve replacement parts and Table Section 5-4 lists the PowerMate Ve options. Table Section 5-3 PowerMate Ve Optional Replacement Part* Item Description Part Number 256 KB 15 ns L2 Synchronous Cache 158-082737-015 Feature Connector Cable 158-050559-005...
Page 122: Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments
Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments This appendix describes the system board connector pin assignments. Figure Appendix A-1 shows the locations of the system board connectors. Table A-1 identifies the connector function with the connector number. Descriptions of the connectors are provided in the following subsections.
Page 123 Connector Pin Assignments Table Appendix A-1 System Board Connectors Function Connector Number Type VGA Monitor 15 pin female sub D-shell Microphone In 1/8-Inch banana connector Speaker In 1/8-Inch banana connector Line In 1/8-Inch banana connector Line Out 1/8-Inch banana connector Parallel Interface 25 pin female sub D-shell Serial Interface COM1/COM2...
Page 124: Serial Interface Connectors
Connector Pin Assignments SERIAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS Serial interface signals are output from the system board through two 9-pin COM port connectors. The 9-pin, D-subconnectors are located at the rear of the system unit. Pin locations and pin assignments for the serial interface connectors are shown in Table Appendix A-2 and Figure Appendix A-2.
Page 125: Parallel Interface Connector
Connector Pin Assignments PARALLEL INTERFACE CONNECTOR The system has a 25-pin parallel port on the system board. Parallel interface specifications for this port conform to the IBM-PC interface. Pin locations and pin assignments for the parallel interface connector are shown in Table Appendix A-4 and Figure Appendix A-4. Figure Appendix A-4 Parallel Interface Connector...
Page 126 Connector Pin Assignments Table Appendix A-4 Parallel Printer Port Connector Pin Assignments Signal Strobe Data bit 0 Data bit 1 Data bit 2 Data bit 3 Data bit 4 Data bit 5 Data bit6 Data bit 7 Acknowledge Busy Select Auto feed XT Error Initialize...
Page 127: Vga Interface Connector Pin Assignments
Connector Pin Assignments VGA INTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Video signals are output from the system board through a VGA interface connector, which is a 15-pin, D-subconnector (VESA VS890803-2) located at the rear of the system unit. Table Appendix A-6 and Figure Appendix A-6 shows the connector pin locations and pin assignments.
Page 128: Speaker Connector Pin Assignments
Connector Pin Assignments SPEAKER CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Speaker connector pin locations and pin assignments are shown in Table Appendix A-8. Table Appendix A-8 Speaker Connector Pin Assignments Signal Speaker data out +5 Volts POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR Voltages from the power supply are input to the system board through the power supply connector.
Page 129: Keyboard And Mouse Connectors
Connector Pin Assignments KEYBOARD AND MOUSE CONNECTORS The keyboard and mouse use standard PS/2 connectors. Pin assignments are given in Table Appendix A-10. Table Appendix A-10 Keyboard and Mouse Connector Pin Assignments Keyboard Connector Mouse Connector Keyboard Data Mouse Data +5V, (fused) +5V, (fused) Keyboard Clk...
Page 130: Diskette Drive Interface Pin Assignments
Connector Pin Assignments DISKETTE DRIVE INTERFACE PIN ASSIGNMENTS Table A-9 provides the pin assignments for the diskette drive interface. A-9 Diskette Drive Connector Pin Assignments Ground Pin Signal Pin Signal Name FDHDIN Not used FDEDIN INDEX MOTEN1 MOTEN2 STEP WRT DATA WRT EN GATE TRK0 WRT PROT...
Page 131 A-10 Connector Pin Assignments Table Appendix A-10 IDE/PCI Connector Pin Assignments Signal Signal HOST RESET +HOST DATA 7 +HOST DATA 8 +HOST DATA 6 +HOST DATA 9 +HOST DATA 5 +HOST DATA 10 +HOST DATA 4 +HOST DATA 11 +HOST DATA 3 +HOST DATA 12 +HOST DATA 2 +HOST DATA 13...
Page 132: Simm Sockets
Connector Pin Assignments A-11 SIMM SOCKETS Table A-11 provides the SIMM socket pin assignments. Table Appendix A-11 SIMM Socket Pin Assignments Signal Signal Signal RAS2 CAS0* CAS2* CAS3* CAS1* PD0 (N/C) RAS0 PD1 (N/C) PD2 N/C PD3 N/C...
Page 133: Isa/Pci-Bus Backboard Connector Pin Assignments
A-12 Connector Pin Assignments ISA/PCI-BUS BACKBOARD CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS Table A-12 provides the pin assignments for the ISA/PCI-bus backboard connector on the system board. Table A-12 ISA/PCI-Bus Backboard Connector Pin Assignments Signal Signal Signal Signal IOCHCK SD07 RSET DRV SD06 PCIINT1 PCIINT3 SD05...
Page 134 Connector Pin Assignments A-13 Table A-12 ISA/PCI-Bus Backboard Connector Pin Assignments Signal Signal Signal Signal SA03 BALE FRAME IRDY SA02 CBE2 DEVSEL SA01 TRDY PLOCK SA00 STOP PERR SBHE MEMCS16 SDONE SERR LAB23 I/OCS16 AD15 LAB22 IRQ10 CBE1 AD14 LAB21 IRQ11 AD12 LAB20...
Page 135: Isa Expansion Bus Connector Pin Assignments
A-14 Connector Pin Assignments ISA EXPANSION BUS CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS The expansion slots signals, voltages, and grounds are supplied through the bus connectors. There are no active components on the ISA/PCI-bus backboard. Table A-13 provides the pin assignments for the ISA expansion slots. Table A-13 ISA Expansion Slot Pin Assignments Direction Signal...
Page 136 Connector Pin Assignments A-15 Table A-13 ISA Expansion Slot Pin Assignments Direction Signal Direction Signal Input/Output SA04 Output Input/Output SA03 Output BALE Input/Output SA02 Power Input/Output SA01 Output Input/Output SA00 Ground Input/Output SBHE Input MEMCS16 Input/Output LAB23 Input I/OCS16 Input/Output LAB22 Input IRQ10...
Page 137: Cd Audio In Connector Pin Assignments
A-16 Connector Pin Assignments CD AUDIO IN CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS The pin assignments for the CD audio-in connector are provided in Table A-14. Table A-14 CD Audio In Connector Signal Speaker Data...
Page 138: Appendix B System Board Jumpers
Appendix B System Board Jumpers This appendix provides jumper setting information for configuring the system for a particular system requirement. Situations that require changing the jumper settings include the following: upgrading the processor clearing a password CAUTION: Jumpers are set correctly at the factory for the shipped configuration.
Page 139: Changing Processor Jumper Settings
System Board Jumpers CHANGING PROCESSOR JUMPER SETTINGS Use the following procedure when replacing the installed processor with a faster speed processor. Jumpers requiring setting changes include the Processor/Bus Speed. Turn off and unplug the system and any connected external options. WARNING: System power must be off before removing the cover and changing a jumper setting.
Page 140: Setting The Cache Jumper
System Board Jumpers Processor/Bus Speed 75-MHz Processor/ 50-MHz Bus Speed 90-MHz Processor/ 50-MHz Bus Speed 100-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 120-MHz Processor/ 60-MHz Bus Speed 133-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 150-MHz Processor/ 60-MHz Bus Speed 166-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 1-2 VRE 2-3 VR Figure Appendix B-2 Processor Upgrade Jumpers...
Page 141: Changing The Password
System Board Jumpers You may have to remove any installed expansion boards to access the jumper. Set the L2 SRAM Cache jumper on pins 1 2 for an asynchronous cache module or on pins 2 3 for a synchronous pipeline burst cache module. SRAM cache 1-2 Asynchronous 2-3 Synchronous...
Page 142 System Board Jumpers Reinstall the system cover. Connect system power cables and external options. Turn on the system. The system boots up and clears the password. Turn off the system and unplug the system and any connected peripherals. Remove the system cover. Remove the jumper from the Password Clear jumper block.
Page 143: Appendix C Hard Disk Drive Specifications And Jumper Settings
(See Section 2, Setup and Operation, for information on auto setup using the Autotype Fixed Disk parameter.) NEC part numbers for the hard drives are provided in Section 5, System Unit Repair. 635-MB HARD DISK DRIVE SPECIFICATIONS AND JUMPER SETTINGS Specifications for the 3 1/2 inch IDE hard disk drive are given in Table Appendix C-1.
Page 144: 635-Mb Hard Disk Drive Jumper Settings
Hard Disk Drive Specifications and Jumper Settings Table Appendix C-1 Specifications for 635-MB Hard Disk Drive Features Western Digital WDAC2635 635-MB Hard Disk Drive Track Density Bytes per Sector User Sectors per Drive 1,249,920 Recording Method 1, 7 Run Length Limited (RLL) Recording Density Flux Density Head Parking...
Page 145: 1.2-Gb Hard Disk Drive Specifications And Jumper Settings
Hard Disk Drive Specifications and Jumper Settings Connector End of Drive MA SL CS MA SL CS ONLY DISK (FACTORY SETTING) Sets the drive as the only hard disk (master only) in the system. This is the spare jumper locations MA SL CS DISK ONE OF TWO Sets the drive as the first (master) of two drives when you have...
Page 146 Hard Disk Drive Specifications and Jumper Settings Table Appendix C-2 Specifications for 1.2-GB Hard Disk Drive Features Western Digital WDAC21200 1.2-GB Hard Disk Drive Bytes per Sector Maximum Data Rate from Media 45.4 MB/second Dimensions (H x D x W) 1.0 x 5.75 x 4.00 in.
Page 147: Cd-Rom Reader Specifications
An audio cable connects the reader to the sound system. The reader is assigned as drive E. See Section 2 for information on the CD-ROM reader’s controls and indicators. NEC part numbers for the hard drives are provided in Section 5, System Unit Repair.
Page 148: Cd-Rom Reader Connectors And Jumper Settings
Quad-Speed CD-ROM Reader Specifications and Jumper Settings Table Appendix D -1 Specifications for NEC Quad-Speed CD-ROM Reader Feature Quad-Speed Specification General Specifications Capacity 656 MB (Mode 1), 748 MB (Mode 2) Physical Format Audio disc: red book Data disc: yellow book (Mode 1 and Mode 2)
Page 149 Quad-Speed CD-ROM Reader Specifications and Jumper Settings T1 (test mode) — used at the factory for hard drive tests. Factory set at disabled (pins not jumpered) PRV/AlW (prevent/allow) — disables or enables the CD-ROM disc tray eject function. Factory set at allow (pins jumpered).
Page 150 Index suspend button, A-8 VGA interface, A-6 Battery, 4-9 Cover removal, 3-3 Baud rate, 1-15 BIOS update utility, 2-22 using, 2-24 Desktop management interface Boot menu, 2-20 CI module, 1-19 Boot sequence, 2-14 DMI browser, 1-19 Bulletin board service, 2-23 DMI components, 1-18 manageable products, 1-18 troubleshooting, 1-21...
Page 151 Integrated graphics, 1-11 graphics accelerator, 1-11 Operation, 2-1 motion video controller, 1-11 Option installation, 3-1, 3-15 Interrupt controller, 1-10 cover removal, 3-3 ISA bus, 1-12 expansion boards, 3-4 external options, 3-30 precautions, 3-2 Jumpers, B-1 processor upgrade, 3-13 password, B-4 secondary cache, 3-15 processor upgrade, B-2 SIMM memory, 3-9...
Page 152 supervisor password, 2-18 System board, 1-3 Serial interface, 1-14 chip sets, 1-4 specifications, 1-15 flash ROM, 1-6 Setup, 2-1 integrated audio, 1-16 connections, 2-2 integrated graphics, 1-11 main menu parameters, 2-11 interrupt controller, 1-10 voltage selector switch, 2-1 ISA bus, 1-12 Setup and Operation, 2-1 jumper settings, B-1 unpacking, 2-1...
Page 153 Index-4...
Page 154 (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 155 BATTERY REPLACEMENT A lithium battery in your computer maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, NEC recommends that you replace the battery. See Chapter 4 for battery replacement information. WARNING: There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

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