Page 1 FaxFlash is a service mark of NEC Computer Systems Division (NECCSD), Packard Bell NEC Inc. NEC is a registered trademark, Versa is a U.S. registered trademark, MiniDock, VersaBay, VersaGlide, and PortBar are trademarks, and UltraCare is a U.S. registered service mark of NEC Corporation, used under license.
Page 2: Using This Guide
® The NEC Versa 2700 Series User’s Guide gives you the information you need to maximize the use of your NEC Versa 2700 Series notebook computer. The information in this guide refers to the Windows 95 operating system, only. ®...
Page 3: Text Setup
Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment,” provides guidelines to help promote a healthy work setting. Appendix B, “Specifications,” to review NEC Versa 2700 Series system specifications. Appendix C, “NECCSD Information Services,” describes the variety of services available for you when you need help with your system.
Page 4: Related Documents
See the following documents for additional information on your NEC Versa 2700 Series notebook computer: The NEC Versa 2700 Series Quick Setup sheet helps you get your system up and running. The NEC Versa 2700 Series Quick Reference card pro-...
Page 5 (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 6 If the modem malfunctions, all repairs should be performed by an NEC Authorized Service Center. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to an NEC Authorized Service Center. Service can be obtained at: NEC Computer Systems Division Packard Bell NEC, Inc.
Page 7 (For Canadian Use Only) This equipment is a Class B digital apparatus which complies with the Radio Interference Regulations, C.R.C., c.1374. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme àu Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique, C.R.C., ch.1374. Canadian Department of Communications Modem Connection Requirements NOTE: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Using this Guide Text Setup..............x Related Documents ...........xi 1 Getting Started Getting to Know Your NEC Versa ......1-2 Around the Front of the System.........1-3 LCD Panel............1-3 Control Panel............1-5 Status Icons ............1-6 Keyboard Panel and Base Unit ......1-8 Around the Back of the System .........1-9 Around the Left Side of the System ......1-11...
Page 9 2 Understanding the Software Windows 95 .............2-2 Guide to Online Help ..........2-4 Guide to NEC Utilities ..........2-5 Setup..............2-5 NEC Customize Utility ........2-5 HDPREPEZ Utility ..........2-5 Using HDPREPEZ .........2-6 Other Software ............2-6 Intel LANDesk Client Manager......2-6 LapLink for Windows 95 ........2-7 How to Use LapLink........2-7...
Page 10 Power Management Setup.......3-8 Peripherals Setup..........3-11 Other Setup Options ..........3-12 Using Setup to Set Power Management .....3-12 Using the Save to File (STF) Feature....3-13 STF Benefits ..........3-14 4 Using Your NEC Versa LCD Panel..............4-1 Keyboard..............4-2 NEC VersaGlide............4-6 Making VersaGlide Adjustments ......4-7 VersaGlide Tips...........4-7 Integrated Drives ............4-8...
Page 11 External Monitor ..........4-29 Printer ..............4-30 Parallel Devices ..........4-30 Serial Devices..........4-32 External Keyboard/Mouse/Keypad.......4-33 External Audio Options........4-35 NEC PortBar 2700 ..........4-36 Using the PortBar 2700........4-36 Setting Switches ............4-38 Updating the System BIOS ........4-39 Changing Switch Settings........4-40 Performing the BIOS Update......4-44 5 Using Multimedia Audio ...............5-1...
Page 12 Using Animation Files..........5-7 Multimedia Applications ...........5-8 6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa Power Connections ...........6-2 Checklists..............6-2 What to Take............6-2 Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel ....6-3 7 Solving Problems Problem Checklist.............7-1 Start-Up Problems ............7-3 POST Error Messages .........7-3 If You Need Assistance..........7-8 Using the Product Recovery CD........7-9...
Page 13 NECCSD FaxFlash Service .........C-3 Using FaxFlash..........C-4 Ordering Information ........C-5 NECCSD Bulletin Board System (BBS)....C-6 Logging On ............C-6 Logging Off............C-8 NECCSD on CompuServe ........C-8 Using CompuServe .........C-9 NECCSD on America Online.......C-10 Using America Online........C-10 NECCSD on the Internet........C-11 NECCSD WWW and FTP Sites .....C-11 NECCSD E-Mail and Fax ........C-12 Warranty and Non-Warranty Repair Service .....C-12 Glossary...
Page 14: Getting Started
Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment. After completing the steps in the quick setup sheet that comes with your computer, your NEC Versa 2700 Series system is ready to go! To get started: Read Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Envi- ronment, for guidelines that help you use your computer productively and safely.
Page 15: Getting To Know Your Nec Versa
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEC VERSA The NEC Versa 2700 Series notebook computer offers you a portable system filled with exciting resources for home, business or travel. Standard features include a powerful ® Intel Pentium microprocessor that works together with the latest Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) architecture.
Page 16: Around The Front Of The System
(LCD) panel. LCD Panel The NEC Versa 2700 Series comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is a 12.1-inch Dual Scan Super-Twisted Nematic (DSTN) or Thin Film Transistor (TFT), Super Video Graphics Array (SVGA) color display.
Page 17 NOTE NEC Versa models equipped with the 12.1- inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD panel have a brightness control switch only. Increasing the bright- ness increases the screen contrast. Power and Suspend Status LEDs — (identified by icons) are located just under the front of the LCD panel.
Page 18: Control Panel
Suspend Mode LED — blinks green when the system is in Suspend mode. Control Panel The NEC Versa 2700 Series control panel provides the features shown in the following figure. The control panel features are described after the figure. Control Panel Status LEDs —...
Page 19: Status Icons
Press the S/R button again to bring the NEC Versa out of Suspend mode. Status Icons The NEC Versa 2700 Series uses status lights marked with icons to communicate system status. See the following fig- ure and list for each icon’s meaning.
Page 20 Access Lock Status LED icons Hard Drive Access — lights when the NEC Versa writes data to or retrieves data from the hard disk drive. Diskette Drive Access — lights when the NEC Versa writes data to or retrieves data from the diskette drive.
Page 21: Keyboard Panel And Base Unit
Keyboard Panel and Base Unit The NEC Versa 2700 Series keyboard panel and base unit contain the following features. The keyboard panel and base unit features are described after the figure. Keyboard Panel and Base Unit NEC VersaGlide — works like a standard computer mouse.
Page 22: Around The Back Of The System
AROUND THE BACK OF THE SYSTEM You’ll find system ports for connecting your NEC Versa to optional devices (like a printer or external monitor) on the back of your NEC Versa. The ports are described after the figure. Back system features PS/2 Port —...
Page 23 Fan — Allows your system to cool properly and main- tain a safe operating environment. CAUTION Do not block the fan while the NEC Versa is in use. Serial Port — Use this port to connect a serial printer or other serial device.
Page 24: Around The Left Side Of The System
AROUND THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SYSTEM The left side of your NEC Versa provides the features shown in the following figure. The left side features are de- scribed after the figure. Left side features PortBar Notch — Use this notch to secure the PortBar to the back of the system.
Page 25: Around The Right Side Of The System
Volume Control — Allows you to control the speaker volume. AROUND THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SYSTEM The right side of the NEC Versa offers the features shown in the following figure. The right side features are described after the figure.
Page 26 Kensington Lock — Lets you provide added security by installing an optional Kensington Lock. AC Power Port — Lets you attach the NEC Versa to the AC power source using the AC adapter that comes with your system. Keep the system connected to AC power whenever possible to keep the battery pack and internal CMOS battery charged.
Page 27: Around The Bottom Of The System
(Another PortBar notch is located at the back of the left side of the system.) AROUND THE BOTTOM OF THE SYSTEM The bottom of the NEC Versa offers the following features. The features are described after the figure. Bottom of the system Battery Bay —...
Page 28: Nec Versa Power Sources
NEC VERSA POWER SOURCES The NEC Versa can be powered using different sources, making it a truly portable system. Operate your NEC Versa system just about anywhere using one of the following power sources: the AC adapter connected to an electrical wall outlet (using AC power).
Page 29 AC source. Connect the AC adapter as follows: CAUTION Use only the AC adapter that comes with your NEC Versa 2700 Series system. Although other AC adapters may look similar, using them can damage the system.
Page 30: Powering On
Power button to the right a second time. Using the Battery Pack The NEC Versa 2700 Series system comes with a recharge- able Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) or Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You can run your system on battery power for 2 to 4 hours with power management features enabled.
Page 31: Replacing The Battery Pack
Replacing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack in your system as follows: CAUTION Be sure to save your data before replacing the bat- tery pack or connecting the AC adapter. Failure to do so can result in data loss. If your system is on, save your data, and press the Sus- pend button or turn off the system power.
Page 32: When Battery Power Is Low
When Battery Power is Low When battery power gets low, proceed as follows: If your system is on, save your data, and press the Sus- pend button or turn off the system power. Connect your system to the AC adapter and AC power or install a charged battery pack.
Page 33: Battery Handling
Battery Handling Review the following before handling the system’s battery. CAUTION Use the NiMH or Li-Ion batteries only in the NEC Versa computer for which they are designed. Mixing other NEC Versa batteries, other manufacturer’s batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can deteriorate battery and equipment performance.
Page 34: Battery Life
Battery Life The NEC Versa NiMH or Li-Ion battery has an approxi- mate life of 2 hours under the following conditions: When it is new and fully charged. When no peripherals are connected to your NEC Versa. When you have no options installed.
Page 35: Battery Charging
Charge time depends on whether or not you are using the system. There are two ways to charge your battery while it is installed in the NEC Versa: When the system is off or in Suspend mode and the AC adapter is connected, charge time is approximately 2 hours.
Page 36: Battery Precautions
Battery Precautions To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explo- sion, adhere to the following precautions. WARNING There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incor- rectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufac- turer’s instructions.
Page 37: Battery Disposal
Battery Disposal Before disposing of the battery, put adhesive tape on the terminals. Depending upon the NEC Versa model, the main battery is made of Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) or Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion). Contact your local waste management officials for infor- mation regarding environmentally sound collection, recy- cling, and disposal of batteries.
Page 38: System Care
SYSTEM CARE The NEC Versa is a durable, dependable system built for extensive use and travel. Follow these guidelines to main- tain the condition and performance of your computer. CAUTION Immediately turn off and unplug the NEC Versa un- der the following conditions: The power cord is damaged or frayed.
Page 39 Do not push any foreign objects into the NEC Versa bays, connectors, and slots. Avoid using the computer or AC adapter for extended periods in direct sunlight. Do not use the system in humid or dusty environments. Keep liquids and food away from the system.
Page 40 CAUTION This equipment uses an ungrounded power cable. Replace the cord if it becomes damaged. U.S. and Canadian replacement cords must be UL-approved (CSA certified in Canada) type SPT-2, 18 AWG, 2- conductor cord with a permanently attached NEMA type 5-15P plug at one end, and a permanently at- tached connector body on the other.
Page 41: Storage Requirements
Maintain storage temperatures between –4°F and 140°F (–20°C and 60°C). CAUTION If the temperature of the NEC Versa suddenly rises or falls (for example, when you move the system from a warm place to a cold place), vapor con- denses inside the system. Turning on the system under this condition can damage the internal system components.
Page 42: Routine Cleaning
Special screen wipes are available through your local computer dealer. System case — NEC recommends that you carefully wipe the case with a slightly damp, almost dry cloth. Getting Started 1-29...
Page 43: Understanding The Software
Understanding the Software This chapter introduces you to the software that comes with the NEC Versa 2700 Series system, including: the Windows 95 operating system Online Help NEC Utilities Setup NEC Customize Utility HDPREPEZ Utility Other Software Intel’s LANDesk Client Manager ®...
Page 44: Windows 95
Microsoft Encarta 97 Encyclopedia* Microsoft Best of Entertainment* Microsoft Word* Microsoft Greetings Workshop* Microsoft Arcade* Microsoft HPC Explorer* Microsoft Net Meeting* Microsoft Schedule+* Online Services America Online CompuServe AT & T WorldNet Microsoft Internet Explorer ® Official Airline Guide (OAG WINDOWS 95 Windows 95 gives you the newest features offered by Microsoft, including a Desktop with room to maneuver, a...
Page 45 NEC Versa 2700 Help Center — gives you easy access to NEC Versa system online help and customer service information. IR Alert — provides you with important information about the IR port on your NEC Versa 2700 Series system.
Page 46: Guide To Online Help
GUIDE TO ONLINE HELP The NEC Versa has online information for you. You can access online documents from the NEC Versa 2700 Help Center icon on the desktop. The NEC Versa 2700 Help Center contains information about your NEC Versa, as follows.
Page 47: Guide To Nec Utilities
In addition to the NEC Versa Help Center, your system ships with Using Windows 95, an online “book” that lets you explore Windows 95 and learn about navigating through the new interface. Using Windows 95 is found un- der the Modern Age Books program group.
Page 48: Using Hdprepez
OTHER SOFTWARE Your NEC Versa comes with other applications that let you take full advantage of your system resources. The rest of this chapter discusses each application, including what it can do for you, how to get started, and how to use the pro- gram help.
Page 49: Laplink For Windows 95
Set up the LANDesk Client Manager software on your NEC Versa 2700 computer using the easy-to-follow setup program. To find out more about Intel’s LANDesk Client Manager capabilities and uses, refer to the online help that is avail- able when you open Client Manager.
Page 50 If you do not have a port enabled, LapLink prompts you to enable one. (The IR port is disabled for wireless communications when the system ships.) Before follow- ing the on-screen instructions to configure the IR port in LapLink, proceed to device manager in Windows 95 to enable the IR port.
Page 51: Laplink Online Registration
NOTE The LapLink online registration form requires a serial number and a lot number. Enter your NEC Versa serial number in both the serial number and lot number fields. Find your NEC Versa serial number on the label on the bottom of your system.
Page 52: Quicklink Messagecenter Iii
Incoming call routing and transfer Call monitoring Fax transmission (send/receive/schedule) File transfer protocols See Chapter 4, “Using Your NEC Versa” for more information about this application. McAfee AntiVirus Software The McAfee AntiVirus software is installed to scan your system for any virus infections. WebScan and VirusScan are two scanning software tools included on the NEC Versa 2700 Series system.
Page 53: Mediamatics Mpeg Arcade Player
Set up the WebScan software on your NEC Versa 2700 system using the easy-to-follow setup program. Mediamatics MPEG Arcade Player Provides MPEG Playback software. See Chapter 5, “Using Multimedia,” for instructions on using this application. Mixman The Mixman multimedia application turns your NEC Versa into a turbo-charged, studio quality, remixing machine.
Page 54: Microsoft Encarta 97 Encyclopedia
Microsoft Encarta 97 Encyclopedia Encarta 97 Encyclopedia uses state-of-the-art interactive features that provide an exciting multimedia encyclopedia for the whole family. NOTE Find Encarta 97 Encyclopedia under the Mi- crosoft Bookshelf program group. Microsoft Best of Entertainment Best of Entertainment is a collection of the most popular Microsoft games for Windows.
Page 55: Microsoft Hpc Explorer
ONLINE SERVICES Your NEC Versa comes with the most popular online services available including America Online, CompuServe, and AT&T WorldNet Signup. These can be found in the Online Services program group on the desktop.
Page 56 NEC Versa using an easy-to-follow setup program. select the newly created online service icon, register with the service, and begin your online adventure.
Page 57: America Online
At the Go To menu, click Keyword. At the prompt, type NEC, then either press Enter click on Go. At the NEC menu, double-click on one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: About NEC Terms and Conditions News...
Page 58: Compuserve
If you subscribe to CompuServe, you can use the service to obtain information about NEC and its products. Use CompuServe to email technical questions to NEC’s Technical Support staff, post technical questions and messages on the Bulletin Board, and access NEC’s Bulletin Board. NOTE You cannot download information from the NEC Bulletin Board via CompuServe.
Page 59: At&T Worldnet
At the NEC menu, double-click on one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: NEC Bulletin Board Information About This Service Access NEC BBS Access CompuServe Information Services Exit. Exit anytime by double-clicking on the rectangle in the upper left corner of the screen.
Page 60: Official Airline Guide (Oag)
The Official Airline Guide is an online service that gives you access to flight details for all commercial airlines worldwide. NEC provides a sample of the monthly data that OAG provides. OAG offers NEC Versa owners a special rate when they subscribe to OAG for monthly updates.
Page 61 Press Start, move the cursor to the Programs group and open the OAG FlightDisk group. In the group, highlight “OAG FlightDisk Worldwide Edition” and release the mouse button. The first time you open OAG, an agreement screen ap- pears. Follow the on-screen instructions. In the Trip Plan screen, fill in the fields with the trip in- formation requested.
Page 62: Using Setup And Power Management
Using Setup and Power Management SETUP UTILITY Your NEC Versa 2700 Series system comes with a hard- ware configuration program called Setup that allows you to view and set system parameters. Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your system from unau- thorized use.
Page 63: How To Use Setup
If the system detects an error during POST, it prompts you with a double beep and a message: "Press <F1> to resume." If you press , the system may enter setup to allow you to correct the error. If you want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears above the prompt (taking notes if you want).
Page 64: Looking At Screens
Looking at Screens Setup screens have three areas as shown. AMIBIOS SETUP - ADVANCED CMOS SETUP (C) 1966 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Available Option Auto Plug and Play Aware O/S C:, A: BootUp Sequence A:, C: A:, C: Initial Display Mode Silent BootUp Num-Lock...
Page 65: Using Keys
Using Keys The following table lists Setup keys and their functions. Setup Key Functions WHAT IT DOES Moves the cursor between the displayed parameters. PgUp/PgDn Modifies the current parameter settings. For some parameter settings, moves the cursor between the subfields. Also moves the cursor to the next line or selection. For example, for System Time, Tab moves the cursor from hour to minute to second.
Page 66: Setup Parameters
Setup Parameters DEFAULT ALTERNATE PARAMETER SETTING SETTING(S) Standard CMOS Setup System Date mm/dd/yyyy System Time hh:mm:ss Diskette Drive A 1.44 MB, 3.5" Primary Master Auto User Defined Secondary Master Auto System Memory 16 MB (Auto Detect) Advanced CMOS Setup Auto Yes, No Plug and Play Aware O/S A:, C:...
Page 67 Setup Parameters DEFAULT ALTERNATE PARAMETER SETTING SETTING(S) Peripheral Setup Auto Disabled Serial Port COM1/IRQ4, COM2/IRQ3, COM3/IRQ4, COM4/IRQ3, (PnP OS Setup) Parallel Port Auto Disabled LPT1/LPT2, (PnP OS Setup) EPP, Uni-Dir, Bi-Dir Parallel Mode Disabled Auto IR Serial Port COM3/IRQ9, COM2/IRQ3, COM4/IRQ3, (PnP OS Setup) Auto...
Page 68: Setup Menus
When you select the Standard CMOS Setup screen the System Time, System Date and drive parameters appear. Date — This field lets you set your NEC Versa calendar month, day, and year. The calendar clock is year 2000- compliant. These settings remain in memory even after you turn off the system.
Page 69: Advanced Cmos Setup
C:) initialize, or sets the order to search for the boot disk. NOTE If a bootable CD is installed in your NEC Versa, the system boots from CD-ROM drive E. Initial Display Mode — Sets the initial display mode for system startup.
Page 70 Power Management Under AC — Specifies whether to enable power management features when AC power is in use. When AC power is connected to your NEC Versa system, power management is usually disabled. If you enable this parameter, the system automatically activates the power management features even when AC power is used.
Page 71 Suspend or Save to File (STF) as the default power management mode. In Suspend, after a specified amount of inactivity, your NEC Versa shuts down all devices and saves the machine state to memory. All your data is automatically recovered from where you left off when you Resume.
Page 72: Peripherals Setup
If HDPREPEZ is present, press the Fn-Suspend combination or the Suspend/Resume button to put the system into Save to File mode. Panel Backlight — Lets you select the LCD screen backlight intensity. Suspend Warning Tone — Specifies whether the system warning tone sounds when Suspend mode starts.
Page 73: Other Setup Options
Sound/Sound IRQ/SB-Compatible DMA/Full Duplex DMA — Allows you to configure the system to assign a conflict free resource to this device. PortBar Joystick — Allows you to enable or disable the joystick port on the PortBar 2700. Other Setup Options Setup offers other options, including the following: Change User Password —...
Page 74: Using The Save To File (Stf) Feature
Using the Save to File (STF) Feature STF protects the integrity of your working environment. For example, if you are called away from your NEC Versa and Suspend mode is selected with auto Save to File active, your system automatically goes into Suspend mode. After 30 minutes, if you don’t return, your working environment...
Page 75: Stf Benefits
NOTE When the status bar reads that there is only 4% power remaining in the system, the NEC Versa automatically performs a Save to File. STF Benefits Using STF can benefit you in the following ways. When in STF, there is minimum battery drain.
Page 76: Using Your Nec Versa
Using Your NEC Versa The more you use your NEC Versa 2700 Series system, the more proficient you become at everything — from using function keys to setting up presentations. This chapter gives concise information on these and other important tasks, including how to use the:...
Page 77: Keyboard
KEYBOARD The NEC Versa keyboard is equipped with many features. These include: Function keys Windows 95 keys Cursor control keys Typewriter keys Numeric keypad Control keys. Key features and operations are described after the figure. Function Keys Control Keys Control Key...
Page 78 Function keys are application-driven. See the specific application’s user guide for information about how each function key works within the application you are using. The following function key combinations are pre- programmed for the NEC Versa. — Fn-F2 Highlight toggles character highlighting on and off (DOS display only).
Page 79 — Break sends a break command. Fn-Break External Keyboard Function keys — When you connect an external keyboard to your NEC Versa, the following hot key combinations are available on the external keyboard. — In DOS display only, toggles text Ctrl-Alt-F2 highlighting on and off.
Page 80 — This button combination powers Power-Suspend off your system in emergencies. Only use this button combination if the NEC Versa does not respond to key- board input, VersaGlide action, or the power button. Windows 95 keys — Use the following two keys to facilitate your work.
Page 81: Nec Versaglide
. Key combinations work specific to the applica- tion you are running. NEC VersaGlide The NEC VersaGlide is an easy way to control the cursor with your finger. Lightly glide your finger across the NEC VersaGlide and the cursor follows. To use the VersaGlide,...
Page 82: Making Versaglide Adjustments
Making VersaGlide Adjustments The NEC VersaGlide offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions. To access these options, lo- cate the Control Panel and double click on the mouse icon.
Page 83: Integrated Drives
INTEGRATED DRIVES The NEC Versa comes with three integrated drives — one in the front of the system, one on the right side of the sys- tem, and one inside of the system. The drives are as follows: CD-ROM Drive — Your system ships with a 16X or 20X CD-ROM reader already installed in the front of the system.
Page 84: Cd Loading
Now you can manually open the drawer. Status LED — lights during data read operations. Do not eject the CD or turn off the NEC Versa when the indicator is lit. CD Loading To insert a CD into the CD-ROM reader, follow these steps.
Page 85: Changing The Auto Play Setting
Proceed as follows: To disable Auto Play, click to remove the check mark next to the line “Auto insert notification.” To enable Auto Play, click to add a check mark next to the line “Auto insert notification.” 4-10 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 86: 56K Internal Modem
To activate the new setting, reboot the system when prompted. 56K INTERNAL MODEM The NEC Versa comes equipped with a 56K capable inter- nal voice/fax/data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or connect to an online service or bulletin board.
Page 87: Quicklink Message Center Iii
Use the following steps to connect the analog phone cable to your modem. Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in the NEC Versa computer shipping carton. Each end of the cable has an RJ-11 connector that plugs into a stan- dard wall outlet.
Page 88: Pc Cards
You can install up to two Type II cards or one Type III card in the bottom slot of your NEC Versa system. Type II Cards Type II cards have a thickness of 5.0 millimeters (mm).
Page 89: Communication Cards
Communication Cards You can use both fax/modem and network PC cards with your NEC Versa. Here are some suggestions to help you get the best system performance. NOTE If you are using this unit outside of the United States or Canada, contact a local dealer for avail- ability information.
Page 90: Storage Cards
Storage Cards When you insert a storage card or small hard drive card in an NEC notebook computer, it appears as a unique drive depending on the type of card and the slot you are using. The following table provides sample drive designations.
Page 91: Card Bus/Pc Card Slots
Card Bus/PC Card Slots Your NEC Versa offers two PC card slots for inserting two Type II PC cards or one Type III PC card. The 32-bit card bus also has zoomed video support in the bottom slot only. NOTE This 32-bit structure is backward compatible, but also accepts new cards.
Page 92 When you insert a PC card, a button pops out of the PC card bay. Pivot the button towards the front of the system until it fits into the recessed space next to the slot. Using Your NEC Versa 4-17...
Page 93: Removing A Card
PC cards draw power even when not in use. To save energy, press the button to disconnect the card when it is not in use. You can leave the card in the slot while it is disconnected for easy storage. 4-18 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 94: Ir Port
IR Port The IR port on the left side of your system lets your NEC Versa communicate with other devices that also use infrared technology. The IR port is Infrared Data Association (IrDA) compatible. You can easily transfer files between your NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop, or print to an IR-equipped printer without using cables.
Page 95 Devices,” later in this chapter. For the infrared technology to work, follow these guidelines: position the NEC Versa no more than three feet way from the IR peripheral device you are using, and keep the IR ports between the computer and the device parallel.
Page 96: Usb Port
Disabling Devices,” later in this chapter. ENABLING AND DISABLING DEVICES Depending on your operational requirements you may need to enable and disable devices on your NEC Versa to opti- mize system resources. Follow these steps to enable or disable a device on your...
Page 97 Double click the System icon and select Device Manager. Double click the appropriate device (for example, the In- frared Port), then double click the device name (NEC Versa Fast Infrared Port). Enable or disable a device as follows: To enable a device, click to remove the check mark beside “Disable in this hardware profile”...
Page 98: Increasing System Storage And Memory
Support in Asia, Australia, and Europe,” to find out how to contact the local office in your country. Memory Module Installation Your NEC Versa comes standard with 16 megabytes (MB) of Extended Data Out (EDO) memory. This new technology gives your system higher performance. You can increase...
Page 99 64-MB memory module. Install DIMMs as follows. Make sure the system is powered off and that no periph- eral devices are attached. Turn the system over and locate the two screws that se- cure the palm rest. 4-24 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 100 Remove the screws and turn the system over. Open the LCD panel. Slide the palm rest about a half inch towards the front of the system and tilt it back towards the keyboard. Locate the alignment notch on the module. DIMM features Using Your NEC Versa 4-25...
Page 101 CAUTION Avoid touching the exposed components inside the system. Doing so can damage the system. Memory module sockets Align the notch with the notch in the socket connector and insert the module as follows: 4-26 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 102 To remove a SO-DIMM, press the locking tabs away from the sides of the module until the module pops up. Then, remove the SO-DIMM. Reassemble the NEC Versa components as follows. Gently lower the palm rest back into place. Close the LCD panel.
Page 103: Connecting Options
External keyboard External mouse External audio options. In addition, NEC offers the NEC PortBar 2700 which was developed to work specifically with your NEC Versa. See the following sections for steps on using the options. Refer to the diagram that follows to identify ports for con- necting external options.
Page 104: External Monitor
External Monitor You can add a standard external monitor to your NEC Versa. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system. Follow these steps to connect an external monitor to your NEC Versa.
Page 105: Printer
When you connect a printer, be sure to install the appropriate printer driver through the Windows Control Panel. Connect a parallel device to your NEC Versa as follows. Check that both the NEC Versa and parallel device power are off.
Page 106 Turn on power to the system and the device. NOTE Check that the device is online before you try to use it. See the instructions that came with the device for more information. Using Your NEC Versa 4-31...
Page 107: Serial Devices
When you connect a printer, be sure to install the appropriate printer driver through the Windows Control Panel. Follow these steps to connect a serial device to your NEC Versa. Check that both the NEC Versa and the device power are off.
Page 108: External Keyboard/Mouse/Keypad
When you connect an external keyboard, you can use both the built-in keyboard and external keyboard simultaneously. (The embedded numeric keypad on the NEC Versa does not work in this case. Use the keypad on the external keyboard.) To attach two external PS/2-style devices at the same time, use the optional NEC Y-adapter.
Page 109 Connect the keyboard, mouse, or keypad cable connector to the PS/2 port on the system. Connecting an external keyboard/mouse If power is turned off, power on the NEC Versa to re- sume operation. The system immediately recognizes the device. 4-34 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 110: External Audio Options
External Audio Options The NEC Versa comes equipped with built-in audio ports that let you record and play sound. Connect audio jacks, like a microphone or external speak- ers, to the audio ports as follows. NOTE Some audio device cable connectors are de- signed with an icon representative of the device.
Page 111: Nec Portbar 2700
NEC PortBar 2700 The NEC PortBar™ 2700 is an accessory that duplicates the ports found on the back of your NEC Versa 2700 Series system. Keep the NEC PortBar 2700 in your office con- nected to peripherals while you take your NEC Versa on the road.
Page 112 (The USB port on the PortBar 2700 is additional to the USB port on the left side of the system.) Serial Port — Connects a serial device to your notebook computer, such as an external modem or mouse. Using Your NEC Versa 4-37...
Page 113: Setting Switches
Mini-DIN PS/2 Keyboard Port — Connects to a 6-pin standard PS/2-style keyboard. SETTING SWITCHES Depending on the model, your NEC Versa is equipped with one or two dip switch bank(s) located underneath the palm rest in front of the keyboard. (To access the switch bank(s), reference the diagrams of the switch bank configurations and follow the instructions in “Changing the Switch Set-...
Page 114: Updating The System Bios
Updating the System BIOS Use the following steps to update your NEC Versa 2700 Series system BIOS with the BIOS Update Diskette (BUD). Specifically, the BIOS is the code transmitted onto your system’s read-only memory (ROM).
Page 115: Changing Switch Settings
Use the following steps to change switch settings. Make sure that the system power is off and that no pe- ripheral devices are attached to the system. Turn the system over and locate the two screws that se- cure the palm rest. 4-40 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 116 Locating the palm rest screws Remove the screws and turn the system over. Open the LCD panel. Slide the palm rest forward about a half inch and lift it towards the keyboard. Locate the dip switch bank(s). Using Your NEC Versa 4-41...
Page 117 Factory Use Only Two dip switch banks One dip switch bank 4-42 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 118 NOTE In the two dip switch bank configuration, ac- cess the bank closest to the back of the NEC Versa. Do not touch the bank closest to the front of the NEC Versa. Set the BIOS Flash Enable to ON to enable the switch and upgrade the BIOS.
Page 119: Performing The Bios Update
Reassemble the NEC Versa as follows. Lower the palm rest and slide it back into place. Turn the system over and replace the two screws. Your system is now ready for the BIOS update or Pass- word change. Continue to the next section to update the BIOS.
Page 120 Power off your system and remove the diskette. The next time you power on your system, you will have the newly installed NEC Versa 2700 Series BIOS revision level. Follow the instructions in the previous section and reset the BIOS Flash Enable switch to OFF.
Page 121: Using Multimedia
With its fast MMX Pentium™ processor and enhanced audio and video capabilities, you can perform fantastic multimedia feats with your NEC Versa 2700! This section describes the NEC Versa 2700’s multimedia features and how you can use them to create high-quality, powerful presentations.
Page 122 The following procedure describes how to use the Sound Recorder in the Microsoft Windows Accessories group to record sound into a file on the NEC Versa. (For details, see the online help that is available when you open the Sound Recorder.)
Page 123: Line-In
Control Panel, select OPL3-SAx Config and click NotePC2. Line-In Analog signals come in through the NEC Versa 2700’s Line-In port. The analog signals are converted into digital bits and bytes (digitized) through a converter known as an ADC (analog-to-digital converter). The resulting digital sound bytes can be stored, edited, processed, and trans- ferred.
Page 124: Cd-Rom Input
“Recording” to record sound from your CD player. Microphone You can capture and record sounds through the internal micro- phone on the NEC Versa 2700 or through an external mi- crophone that connects to the system through the microphone port. You can record voice-overs for narrations, reminders, or special instructions.
Page 125: Playing Back
The NEC Versa headphone port delivers sound at half a watt. Stereo headphones plug in through the headphone jack located on the left side of the NEC Versa. Use the audio software that comes on your system to adjust the volume.
Page 126: Using The Built-In Speakers
Using headphones disables the internal speakers. Using the Built-In Speakers The NEC Versa 2700 has built-in stereo speakers and a woofer. Adjust the volume through the software or with the volume control knob located on the left side of the system.
Page 127: Using Digital Video Files
With commercial video capture hardware and application software, you can plug any video device, including VCRs, televisions, camcorders, and laser disc players into your NEC Versa 2700 and record motion graphics to your hard drive. Use a video frame grabber and store a stream of grabbed stills on your hard disk.
Page 128: Multimedia Applications
MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS A growing number of multimedia applications are available for PC users. These multimedia software packages include graphics packages, animation software, and presentation authoring systems as follows: Animation software allows you to create 3-D effects and 3-D titles and add interest to an otherwise static presen- tation.
Page 129: Traveling With Your Nec Versa
Traveling with Your NEC Versa The NEC Versa makes a natural traveling companion. Using a battery, you can use the computer anywhere you go. Here is some information you might find helpful when taking the NEC Versa on the road.
Page 130: Power Connections
Madeira, and South Africa. CHECKLISTS The following checklists can help you prepare for your trip with your NEC Versa. Look them over and use what fits your situation. What to Take You should take the following with you when you travel...
Page 131: Preparing Your Nec Versa For Travel
Put your system into Suspend or Standby mode so you can quickly boot up at the airport security check. Fully charge all your batteries. Tape your business card to your NEC Versa, AC adapter, and batteries. Traveling with Your NEC Versa...
Page 132: Solving Problems
Solving Problems Once in a while you may encounter a problem with your NEC Versa 2700. If the screen is blank, the instructions don't help, or no error message appears, use the information here to determine and fix the problem. You still may be able...
Page 133 Troubleshooting PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The system does not If you are operating the system with battery power, power on. check that the battery pack is correctly inserted. Attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery. If you have the AC adapter attached, check that the electrical outlet you are using works.
Page 134: Start-Up Problems
LCD or a CRT. The system warns you by beeping. POST Error Messages The NEC Versa 2700 has a built-in checking program that automatically tests its components when you turn the sys- tem power on. This diagnostic test is called the Power-On Self-Test (POST).
Page 135 NEC service representative for service work. CMOS Battery State Low CMOS RAM is powered by a battery. The battery power is low. Contact your NEC service representative to replace the CMOS battery. CMOS Checksum Failure After CMOS RAM values are saved, a checksum value is generated for error checking.
Page 136 Use another boot diskette and follow the on-screen instructions. DMA Error Error in the DMA controller. Contact your NEC service representative to replace the CMOS battery. DMA #1 Error Error in the first DMA channel. Contact your NEC service representative for service.
Page 137 Contact your NEC service representative for service. Off Board Parity Error Parity error in memory installed in an expansion slot. Contact your NEC service representative to be sure that the memory module is installed correctly. The error format is:...
Page 138 Fatal errors that occur during POST are communicated through a series of beeps. All beep code errors, except beep code 8, are fatal errors and do not allow the system to con- tinue to boot. If beep codes occur during POST, check the items in the Problem Checklist (at the start of this chapter), verify that all the hardware is set up properly and securely connected, and try rebooting.
Page 139: If You Need Assistance
If you still have a problem, see Appendix C, “Information Services,” for details about contacting NECCSD. NOTE If you purchased your computer outside of the U.S. or Canada, please contact the local NEC office or their dealers for the support and service available in your country. 7-8 Solving Problems...
Page 140: Using The Product Recovery Cd
USING THE PRODUCT RECOVERY CD If you determine that you need to restore your system to its initial installation state, follow the instructions given here. CAUTION Only use the Product Recovery CD as a last resort. Check the problem checklist at the beginning of this chapter for information about solving problems be- fore using the CD.
Page 141 Use the Product Recovery CD to perform a full restore as follows: Check the Product Recovery CD title and make sure that it is the correct CD for your NEC Versa computer and operating system. Put the CD into the CD-ROM reader tray, close the reader door, and reboot your computer.
Page 142 CAUTION Choose your restore option carefully to prevent losing data and applications installed on your system. The choices are as follows: Automatic Recovery — completely rebuilds your hard disk drive, destroying all existing data in the process. Once you choose this option, the recovery proceeds without requiring any intervention or re- sponses on your part.
Page 143: Selective Installation
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Windows. You are required to reenter your Microsoft Windows license number. Selective Installation If a driver, application, or utility becomes unusable, use the product Recovery CD to restore the selected files(s) as follows: Boot your system into Windows.
Page 144 Description — located just below the Selection list, this window gives a brief description of the high- lighted selection. Buttons on the main window provide the following options: Information — when this button is active, pressing the button usually displays a file containing informa- tion about the highlighted selection or instructions on installing the selection.
Page 145: A Setting Up A Healthy Work Environment
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment WARNING Prolonged or improper use of a computer worksta- tion may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in the manner described in this appendix. Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burning, cramping, stiffness, throbbing, weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in...
Page 146 Although some studies have shown an association between increasing hours of keyboard use and the development of some musculoskeletal disorders, it is still unclear whether working at a computer causes such disorders. Some doctors believe that using the keyboard and mouse may aggravate existing musculoskeletal disorders.
Page 147: Arrange Your Equipment
ARRANGE YOUR EQUIPMENT Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Place items that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to the proper height (as described in this appendix) by lowering the table or stand that holds your computer equipment or raising the seat height of your chair.
Page 148: Adjust Your Input Devices
Use armrests or forearm supports to support your fore- arms. If adjustable, the armrests or forearm supports should initially be lowered while all the other adjust- ments discussed in this appendix are made. Once all these adjustments are completed, raise the armrests or adjust the forearm supports until they touch the forearms and allow the shoulder muscles to relax.
Page 149: Adjust Your Screen Or Monitor
Press the keys gently; do not bang them. Keep your shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers relaxed. ADJUST YOUR SCREEN OR MONITOR Correct placement and adjustment of the screen or external monitor can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the screen or external monitor.
Page 150: Vary Your Workday
Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or reference material) directly in front of you to minimize turning your head while you are typing. Get regular eye check-ups. VARY YOUR WORKDAY If you use your computer for prolonged periods, follow these instructions.
Page 151: Pre-Existing Conditions And Psychosocial Factors
PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS AND PSYCHOSOCIAL FACTORS Pre-existing conditions that may cause or make some people more susceptible to musculoskeletal disorders include the following: hereditary factors, vascular disorders, obesity, nutritional deficiencies (e.g., Vitamin B deficiency), endo- crine disorders (e.g., diabetes), hormonal imbalances, con- nective tissue disorders (e.g., arthritis), prior trauma (to the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, or legs), prior musculoskeletal disorders, aging, fluid retention due to...
Page 152: Specifications
The following specifications are standard except where noted. System Processor Depending on the model: NEC Versa 2730MT, (Intel Pentium 133MMX) NEC Versa 2750MT, (Intel Pentium 150MMX) NEC Versa 2760MT, (Intel Pentium 166MMX) NEC Versa 2770MT, (Intel Pentium 200MMX) NEC Versa 2780MT, (Intel Pentium 233MMX)
Page 153 Infrared — 1 port, IrDA-1 compatible VGA — 1 port, 15-pin high-density D-sub PS/2 Port — 1 port, PS/2, 6-pin MiniDin Expansion — 1 port, 160-pin for optional NEC Port Bar 2700 USB Port — 1 port, 4-pin (additional USB Port with Port Bar 2700) Modem Port (except in Asia and Europe) —...
Page 154 Main Battery Types: Nickel-Metal-Hydride, (NiMH), eight cell – Output Voltage – 9.6v – Capacity – 3,500 mAh Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), eight cell – Output Voltage – 14.4v – Capacity – 2,800 mAh Battery Life — Approximately 2 hours depending on model and power management features enabled. Recharging Time —...
Page 155 12.1-inch Dualscan Super-Twisted Nematic (DSTN), cold-cathode fluorescent tube (CCFT) backlit Super VGA (SVGA) color Resolution — x 600 pixels Dot Pitch — 0.29 mm Colors — 2 18 bits Keyboard Membrane-type, with standard QWERTY-key layout (International keyboards are country specific) Function keys —...
Page 156 1.44 GB Hard Disk Drive 2.1 GB Hard Disk Drive CD-ROM Reader Thin-type CD-ROM Pack Data Transfer Rate — 16.7 MB maximum Access Time: 200 milliseconds (ms) (16X CD-ROM) 180 milliseconds (ms) (20X CD-ROM) Interface — IDE (ATAPI) Photo CD Compatibility — Multisession Photo CD, Single Session Photo CD, Video CD, CS-I, CD-I Ready, CD-G and CD-Plus 56K Internal Modem...
Page 157: Memory Map
Height — 1.9 in. (49 mm) Weight NEC Versa 2700 Series —7.4 lb (3300 g) Recommended Environment Operation Temperature — 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) Relative Humidity — 20% to 80% (Noncondensing) Storage Temperature — –4°F to 104°F (–20°C to 40°C) Relative Humidity —...
Page 158: Interrupt Controllers
INTERRUPT CONTROLLERS The following table shows default interrupt level assign- ments 0 through 15. IRQ#* PRIORITY** DEVICE IRQ00 System Timer IRQ01 Keyboard IRQ02 Programmable Interrupt Controller IRQ03 Modem (FIR, if modem installed) IRQ04 COM 1 (Serial Port) IRQ05 Audio Board IRQ06 Floppy Diskette Controller IRQ07...
Page 159: Dma Settings
DMA SETTINGS The following table shows default DMA settings for chan- nel assignments 01 through 06. DMA CHANNEL DEVICE DMA00 Audio DMA01 Audio DMA02 Floppy Diskette Controller DMA03 FIR (if enabled) DMA04 DMA Controller DMA05 DMA06 B-8 Specifications...
Page 160 Fax Service to NECCSD Technical Support Center NECCSD Web and FTP sites. NOTE If you purchased your computer outside of the U.S. or Canada, please contact the local NEC office or their dealers for the support and service available in your country. NECCSD Information Services C-1...
Page 161: C Neccsd Information Services
Versa notebooks, PowerMate Desktop computers, Servers, and MobilePro Handheld computers. Call the NECCSD Technical Support Center, toll free, at 1- 800-632-4525 (U.S. and Canada only). International customers should contact the local NEC office or their dealers. C-2 NECCSD Information Services...
Page 162: Neccsd Customer Assistance Center
Please have your system name, model number, serial num- ber, and as much information as possible about the problem available before calling. Outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact your local NEC office or their dealers. NECCSD Customer Assistance Center...
Page 163: Using Faxflash
Catalog 3, Product specifications, warranty policy, UltraCare guidelines, and sales information. Catalog 5, Pro Serva and Express 5800 Server Systems technical support information. Catalog 6, NEC Ready Systems technical support information. Catalog 7, PowerMate Systems technical support information. Catalog 8, NEC Portable Systems (including Versa Notebooks and MobilePro Handheld Personal Comput- ers) technical support information.
Page 164: Ordering Information
Technical support information includes BBS and FTP file listings, Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPB), part numbers, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) lists, and other documents specific to each product. Ordering Information Order information from FaxFlash as follows: Be sure that your fax machine or fax/modem is on. Have the document number ready for the document you want, if you already know the number.
Page 165: Neccsd Bulletin Board System (Bbs
NECCSD Bulletin Board System (BBS) (978) 635-4706 The NEC Electronic Bulletin Board System is a remote da- tabase system containing files that are dedicated to enhanc- ing the functions of NECCSD products. It also gives general public access to drivers for NECCSD products for use with various software applications.
Page 166 Follow the instructions on the screen to set up your mo- dem. Click the HyperTerminal help button for informa- tion about dialing the phone number. If you need to check communications settings, check that the settings match the following BBS parameters. Baud rate: select any baud rate that matches your modem Parity: none...
Page 167: Logging Off
From the Main Menu, press for the File Enter menu. At the File menu, select for a list of downloadable files. Follow the prompts to select a file for downloading. CAUTION Some executable files automatically format your diskette when you download files from the BBS. Formatting destroys any data on the diskette.
Page 168: Using Compuserve
Log on to CompuServe. At the opening screen, click the Go button, then type at the prompt, and click OK. NECTECH At the NEC menu, double-click one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: NEC Bulletin Board Information About This Service...
Page 169: Neccsd On America Online
At the Go To menu, click Keyword. At the prompt, type NECTECH , then either press or click Go. Enter At the NEC menu, double-click one of the following topics, then follow the prompts: About NEC Terms and Conditions News Product Information Questions and Answers...
Page 170: Neccsd On The Internet
NECCSD WWW and FTP Sites To access the World-Wide-Web NECCSD Home Page, enter the following Internet Uniform Resource Locator (URL) through your service: http://www.nec-computers.com To access the NECCSD FTP site, enter the following Inter- net ftp address through your service: ftp.nectech.com Once in the file menu, follow the prompts to choose and download the file(s) you want.
Page 171: Neccsd E-Mail And Fax
WARRANTY AND NON-WARRANTY REPAIR SERVICE Before you call for repair service, see the problem checklist in Chapter 7 to determine if you can solve the problem yourself, within your company, or through your NEC authorized dealer. C-12 NECCSD Information Services...
Page 172 Service at 888-329-0088 by requesting catalog number three. If you purchased your computer outside of the U.S. or Canada, please contact the local NEC office or the NEC dealers in your area for your specific warranty service. NECCSD is a member of TSANet (Technical Support Alliance Network).
Page 173: Battery Replacement
A lithium CMOS clock 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. Have an authorized NEC service representative replace the battery.
Page 174: Glossary
Glossary AC Adapter A device that connects an NEC Versa portable computer and an AC wall outlet to provide AC power for running the system or recharging the battery. A/D Conversion The process of converting an analog signal into a digital signal.
Page 175 bits per second (bps) A unit of transmission. Also called baud rate. board Printed circuit board. Board onto which computer components are soldered and thin wires are printed to connect the components. boot To start up a computer. See cold boot and warm boot. An electronic circuit within a computer used for transmit- ting data or electrical power from one device to another.
Page 176 clock Electronic timer used to synchronize computer operations. CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor. A chip that contains nonvolatile memory in the Versa. CMOS is backed up by an internal lithium battery that preserves clock/calendar data and system configuration parameters stored in CMOS. cold boot Process of starting up the computer by turning on the power.
Page 177 diskette drive A magnetic drive that writes on and retrieves data from a diskette. digital audio Recorded sounds such as speech and sound effects. These are played back by the sound card’s Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). digital sound A description of a sound wave that consists of binary num- bers.
Page 178 enhanced VGA A video interface that offers more colors or higher resolu- tion than VGA. extended RAM The area of RAM above the first megabyte of memory in the system available for enhancing system performance. enhanced parallel port (EPP) A parallel port standard that provides faster data process- ing.
Page 179 function key The set of keys on the keyboard (usually F1 through F12) that let you get help and error message information or quickly select frequently used commands. hard disk A rigid magnetic storage device that provides fast access to stored data.
Page 180 interface A connection that enables two devices to communicate. interrupt A special control signal from an I/O device that diverts the attention of the microprocessor from the program to a special address. kilobyte (KB) 1024 bytes. Local Area Network. Liquid Crystal Display. An LCD consists of a thin sand- wich of two glass plates with sealed edges, containing nematic liquid-crystal material that forms the screen image.
Page 181 microprocessor A semiconductor central processing unit that is the principal component of a microcomputer. Usually contained on a single chip that includes an arithmetic logic unit, control logic, and control-memory unit. Medium Infrared. Using infrared technology Medium Infra- red mode sends data at 1.152 Mbit/second (1,152,000 bits per second).
Page 182 multimedia Computer technology that integrates different forms of me- dia such as sound, text , graphics, and video. multimedia extensions (MMX) Intel’s Multimedia Extensions technology that speeds audio, video, and 3D graphics processing, providing more distinct sound and visuals for your presentations. nonvolatile memory Storage media that retains its data when system power is turned off.
Page 183 parallel printer A printer with a parallel interface. parameter A characteristic of a device or system. password A string of characters that the user must enter before the system allows access or system privileges. PC card A credit card sized peripheral for portable devices. Types of PC cards currently offered by major vendors include fax/modems, LAN, storage cards, and wireless communi- cations devices.
Page 184 prompt A special symbol indicating the beginning of an input line. Also a message that appears on the screen indicating that the user must take a certain action. Random Access Memory. A storage device into which data is entered and from which data is retrieved in a nonsequen- tial manner.
Page 185 Save to File (STF) After 30 minutes in Suspend mode, the current system working state is automatically saved to a special file on the hard disk. The system is powered then down. When the system is powered on again, it returns to the working state that was saved.
Page 186 system board The main printed circuit board inside the system unit into which other boards and major chip components, such as the system microprocessor, are connected. swap Replacing one device with another device. See warm swap. Thin Film Transistor. A type of Versa LCD color screen that supports 256 colors and provides exceptional screen display.
Page 187 warm boot Process of resetting the computer without turning off the power through keyboard input (pressing , and Ctrl keys simultaneously) or the reset button. The system returns to an initial or arbitrarily selected condition. warm swap The ability to add and remove devices to and from a com- puter while the computer is in Suspend mode.
Page 188: Index
America Online, 2-15, C-10 features, 4-8 Around the System loading a CD, 4-9 back, 1-9 specifications, B-5 bottom, 1-14 Cleaning your NEC Versa, 1-29 front, 1-3 CMOS battery, 1-24 AT&T WorldNet, 2-17 CompuServe, 2-15, 2-16, C-8 Audio Connecting the AC adapter, 1-16 .WAV files, 5-1...
Page 189 Integrated drives, 4-8 Function key combinations, 4-3 Intel's LANDesk Client Manager, Function Keys, 4-2 Internal modem, 4-11 connecting, 4-11 Getting to Know Your NEC Versa, Internet, C-11 Interrupt controllers, B-7, B-8 IR port, 1-12, 4-19 Hard disk drive, 4-8 specifications, B-5...
Page 190 4-37 using internal speakers, 5-6 using, 4-36 video, 5-6 PortBar latch, 1-11, 1-14 POST error messages, 7-3 NEC customize utility, 2-3, 2-5 Power connections, 6-2 NEC utilities, 2-5 Power LED, 1-4 NEC Versa 2700 system Power Management specifications, B-1...
Page 191 Traveling with your system, 6-1 Typewriter keys, 4-5 QuickLink, 4-13 QuickLink MessageCenter III, 2-10 Updating the System BIOS, 4-39 Save to File USB port, 1-12, 4-21 Power Management, 3-12 using, 3-13 Serial port, 1-10 Using the battery pack, 1-17 Setting Switches, 4-38 Using the LCD panel, 4-1 Setting Up a Healthy Work Using Windows 95, 2-5...

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4 Using Your NEC Versa

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