NEC VERSA S5500 Series User Manual page 47

Taskbar Icons
With Windows XP operating system, a number of icons appears on the taskbar. Use the cursor to hover over
the icon and display its function. Right-click on the icon to display its menu options, or double-click on the
icon to launch it.
Right click an empty area of the taskbar and select Properties to customise the taskbar (refer to the 'Tips'
section for more information). The quick launch (A), i.e. the left hand side of the taskbar can be hidden or
active. The notification area (B), i.e. the right hand side of the taskbar, can be easily configured, for instance,
to hide icons that are not used frequently. Some hardware items or software titles will place a small icon in
this area, allowing you to easily customise and control their settings or status (examples are virus scanners,
printers, PC cards...).
The following icons* normally appear in the notification area:
Time Clock - Allows you to adjust the time and date, select your time zone, and offers the option to
automatically synchronise the time with an internet time server.
For more information about the Desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows XP operating system online
help. To do this, click on Start, and select Help and Support.
* Depending on the version of Windows XP operating system installed on your notebook or if you have
deactivated certain programs, the icons described here may differ slightly and/or may be accompanied by
others.
Start Menu
The Start menu features a whole new look and feel. The Internet Explorer and Outlook Express icons have a
prominent place now. You will also notice that Windows XP operating system places your frequently used
programs in the white area of the Start menu. It is safe to remove an item from this list by right-clicking the
icon and selecting Remove from this list, as the software program itself will not be deleted.
You can access your installed software and other Windows
installed programs are highlighted.
Technical Support Information
The technical support phone numbers for your country are also quickly available in Windows XP operating
system.
1. Select Start, right-click on My Computer and select Properties.
2. On the General tab, click on the Support Information button.
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programs by selecting All Programs. Recently
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