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- Page 1 ® NEC Versa VXi Series Notebook Computers V V V V E R S A E R S A E R S A E R S A I I I I S E R V I C E S E R V I C E...
- Page 2 Reproduction of this document or portions thereof without prior written approval of NECC is prohibited. NEC and Versa are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation and/or one or more of its subsidiaries. All are used under license.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ..............................vii Abbreviations............................ix 1 System Overview About the NEC Versa VXi Notebook ....................1-2 Around the Front of the System ......................1-3 LCD Panel............................. 1-3 Control Panel..........................1-4 Status Icons ........................1-5 Keyboard Panel and Base Unit...................... 1-6 Around the Back of the System...................... - Page 4 Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette ................... 2-19 Performing the BIOS Update....................... 2-19 NEC Utilities ............................. 2-20 NEC Customize Utility........................ 2-20 Using the NEC Customize Utility ..................2-20 HDPREPEZ Utility........................2-20 Using the HDPREPEZ Utility..................2-21 Application and Driver CD ....................... 2-21 Launching the Application and Driver CD..................
- Page 5 5 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Illustrated Parts Breakdown ........................ 5-2 Parts List ............................. 5-3 6 Preventive Maintenance Cleaning the Notebook Exterior......................6-2 Cleaning the Notebook Interior......................6-2 Protecting the Disk Drive........................6-2 Handling the Battery Pack ........................6-3 Maintaining the LCD Quality ......................6-3 7 Troubleshooting Quick Troubleshooting ........................
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Page 6: Preface
Preface This service and reference manual contains the technical information necessary to set up and ® maintain the NEC Versa VXi notebook computer. The manual also provides hardware and interface information for users who need an overview of the system design. The manual is written for NECC-trained customer engineers, system analysts, service center personnel, and dealers. -
Page 7: Abbreviations
Abbreviations ampere extended data output alternating current Enhanced Graphics Adapter Advanced Graphics Port enhanced parallel port advanced technology EPROM erasable and programmable (IBM PC) binary-coded decimal EVGA Enhanced Video Graphics Array BIOS Customized Utility Fahrenheit BIOS basic input/output system facsimile transmission binary digit Federal Communications BIOS Upgrade Utility... - Page 8 liquid crystal display slave least-significant bit SCSI Small Computer System Interface large-scale integration SDRAM synchronous dynamic mega random-access memory milliamps signal ground maximum SIMM single inline memory module megabyte standard page mode Monochrome Display Adapter Sound Retrieval System modified frequency modulation SVGA Super Video Graphics Array megahertz...
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Page 9: System Overview
System Overview About the NEC Versa VXi Notebook Around the Front of the System Around the Back of the System Around the Left Side of the System Around the Right Side of the System Around the Bottom of the System... - Page 10 In addition, your system provides a high-performance hard disk drive, diskette drive, PC card support and a 24X CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or a CD read/write drive. The NEC Versa VXi comes with Windows 98SE, Windows 2000, or Windows NT preinstalled. To optimize your connectivity options, some models ship with an internal mini-PCI modem, internal mini-PCI LAN, or combination internal mini-PCI LAN/modem.
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Page 11: Lcd Panel
Around the Front of the System The NEC Versa is compact with features on every side. First, look at the front of the system. The following sections describe front features, beginning with the liquid crystal display (LCD) panel. LCD Panel The NEC Versa VXi comes with a color LCD panel that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. -
Page 12: Control Panel
Control Panel The NEC Versa VXi control panel provides the features shown in the following figure. The control panel features are described after the figure. Control panel A – CD Control Buttons or Password Buttons D – Internet Button B – Status LEDs E –... -
Page 13: Status Icons
Hard Drive Access — lights when the NEC Versa VXi accesses the hard disk drive, CD-ROM drive, or DVD-ROM drive. Diskette Drive Access — lights when the NEC Versa VXi writes data to or retrieves data from the diskette drive. -
Page 14: Keyboard Panel And Base Unit
Keyboard Panel and Base Unit The NEC Versa VXi keyboard panel and base unit contain the following features. The keyboard panel and base unit features are described after the figure. Keyboard panel A – Keyboard B – NEC VersaGlide Base unit A –... - Page 15 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 VXi. — Simulates pressing the right control key to support IBM 327X connections.
- Page 16 VersaGlide to select menu items. Speakers — provides stereo sound for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure. IR Port — allows you to transfer files between your NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop or notebook computer. Microphone — allows you to record monophonic sound directly into your notebook computer.
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Page 17: Around The Back Of The System
Y-adapter cable, you can connect up to two of these devices at the same time. AC Power Port — Lets you attach the NEC Versa VXi 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 18: Around The Left Side Of The System
Hard Disk Drive — An internal hard disk drive comes installed in the NEC Versa. The disk drive is upgradeable. Around the Right Side of the System The right side of the NEC Versa VXi offers the features shown in the following figure. The right side features are described after the figure. Right side features A –... -
Page 19: Around The Bottom Of The System
TV Out — Allows you to connect to a television. Around the Bottom of the System The bottom of the NEC Versa VXi offers the following features. The features are described after the figure. Bottom features A –... -
Page 20: Diskette Drive
The CMOS battery charges when your NEC Versa is connected to AC power. The CMOS battery may discharge completely if the NEC Versa notebook remains unused for approximately two months. -
Page 21: System Configuration And Setup
System Configuration and Setup Power Sources for Your NEC Versa BIOS Setup Updating the BIOS NEC Utilities Application and Driver CD... -
Page 22: Using The Ac Adapter
Read the following sections for specific information about using the NEC power sources. Using the AC Adapter Use the AC adapter and power cable that came with your NEC Versa to run your computer on alternating current (AC) power, or to recharge the battery pack. Use the AC adapter whenever a wall outlet is nearby. -
Page 23: Powering The System On And Off
Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter. Keeping the adapter clear of objects lets the adapter cool properly during use. Only use the AC adapter that comes with your NEC Versa VXi. Although other adapters look similar, using them can damage your system. -
Page 24: Low Battery Power
To return the battery to its normal state, try the following: remove and then reinstall the battery reinstall the battery in your NEC Versa and fully recharge the battery (to 100%). Extending Battery Life While on the road, it is important to be aware of the simple things you can do to extend the life of the system’s main battery. -
Page 25: Charging The Battery
Continue to hold the battery release latch as you slide the battery out of the system. Removing the battery A – Battery Release Latch Insert the new battery as follows: Locate the alignment groove on the edge of the battery. Locate the alignment groove inside the battery bay. -
Page 26: Battery Precautions
Read the instructions that came with the battery charger before charging the battery. System Batteries The Nickel Metal-Hydride or Lithium-Ion battery is the main power source in your NEC Versa VXi computer. Chapter 9 lists battery specifications. In addition to the main battery, the CMOS battery provides power to maintain system configuration settings. -
Page 27: Cmos Battery
BIOS Setup Your NEC Versa VXi computer comes with a hardware program called BIOS Setup that allows you to view and set system parameters. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your system from unauthorized use. -
Page 28: Looking At Screens
Use the up and down arrow keys (located on the lower right corner of the keyboard) to toggle through the BIOS Setup menu items. Looking at Screens BIOS setup screens have three areas as shown next. Advanced CMOS Setup Parameters — The left side of the screen. This area lists parameters and their current settings. -
Page 29: Checking/Setting System Parameters
Disabled Enabled Protection Date — Sets your NEC Versa’s calendar month, day and year. These settings remain in memory even after you turn off system power. To set the date use the or arrow keys to move from field to field. Use the... -
Page 30: Advanced Cmos Setup
Time — Sets the time, enter the current hour, minute, and second in hr:/min:/sec, 24-hour format. To set the time use the or arrow keys to move from field to field. Use the PgUp PgDn key to change the numbers within each field. Diskette Drive —... -
Page 31: System Security Setup
Internal HDD Password — Enables or disables the HDD password. Password Protection Your NEC Versa supports a password for system security on several levels. Your system is not protected until you set a user password. Keep in mind that you must set the supervisor password before the BIOS Setup utility allows you to set a user password. -
Page 32: Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Hard disk drive (HDD) password protection restricts access to the drive, if the drive is removed from your NEC Versa and installed in another system. You are not required to enter your hard disk drive passwords while the drive remains in your current system. -
Page 33: Moving The Hard Disk Drive
If the hard drive is installed in another NEC Versa system with hard disk drive security enabled, the password must be entered to allow access to the hard drive. If this NEC Versa system does not support hard disk drive security, you cannot access the data on the hard drive. - Page 34 Power Management Using AC Power — 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 profile you set, even when AC power is used.
- Page 35 — Off — disables power management and all device timeouts. Works well in an office environment while powering your NEC Versa with AC power. — Custom — lets you define power management levels and specific device timeouts according to your own needs and present environment. Custom lets you set the following timeouts.
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Page 36: Boot Device Setup
Quick Boot — Specifies whether or not the system performs all tests during system boot. Silent Boot — Specifies whether or not to display the NEC logo during the system boot. Boot Display Device — Specifies the display device(s) for system boot messages. -
Page 37: Peripheral Setup
Once refreshed, your battery is conditioned to recharge to its full capacity. To recharge the battery, connect your NEC Versa to AC power. This process may take up to four hours to complete. Auto Configuration with Defaults — Loads default settings. -
Page 38: Updating The Bios
The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s Flash ROM. As indicated in this chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system’s software and hardware features. Use the BIOS Update Diskette, for your specific model, only, to update your NEC Versa system BIOS. Note You only need to update the BIOS if NECC makes significant improvements or fixes to the current system BIOS. -
Page 39: Preparing The Bios Update Diskette
The NEC BIOS Update Utility should not be used to modify the BIOS in a Versa system which is docked. If your Versa is docked, please exit the BIOS Update Utility, power down, and undock your Versa before running the utility. -
Page 40: Nec Utilities
Application and Driver CD — You must use this option to install software applications, drivers, etc. NEC-supplied mouse driver (Windows NT only) — Use this option to take advantage of the VersaGlide features. The NEC Customize utility screen consists of the following. -
Page 41: Using The Hdprepez Utility
Using the HDPREPEZ Utility In Windows 98, run the HDPREPEZ utility if you increase the memory capacity in your NEC Versa beyond the factory installed base memory. Follow these steps to run the HDPREPEZ utility. Power off and restart your NEC Versa. -
Page 42: Installing The Software
The Application and Driver CD dialog box consists of the following components. Selection Tabs — Located just below the title bar, each tab represents a software category. The selection tabs include applications, drivers, utilities, Internet browsers, and the NEC Online Documentation. -
Page 43: Disassembly And Reassembly
Disassembly and Reassembly Required Tools and Equipment Disassembly Reassembly... -
Page 44: Battery
Remove the battery pack installed in your NEC Versa system as follows. Note Use the batteries in the NEC Versa computer for which they are designed. Installing another manufacturer’s battery, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can deteriorate battery and equipment performance. -
Page 45: Memory Module And Switch Settings
Remove the battery as follows: Locate the battery release latch. Slide the battery release latch towards the back of the system and hold firmly. Continue to hold the battery release latch as you slide the battery out of the system. Removing the battery A –... -
Page 46: Switch Settings
Switch 1, Password override — The default setting is “OFF.” If you forget your password and cannot access the data on your NEC Versa, change the setting to “ON” and your current password is erased. Switch 2 — Keyboard select; Default is “ON” for U.S. 85 key keyboard. -
Page 47: Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive To remove the hard disk drive, follow these steps. Locate the drive access panel on the left side of the system. Open the panel using the notch. Opening the panel A – Drive Access Panel B – Notch Remove the screw that secures the hard disk in the system. -
Page 48: Led/Button Assembly
Slide the hard disk drive out of the system. Removing the disk drive LED/Button Assembly Follow these steps to remove the LED/Button assembly. Open the LCD panel. Locate the LCD hinge covers. Locate and remove the screw caps and screws on the hinge covers. -
Page 49: Lcd Panel
Slide each hinge cover toward the outside edge of the system and remove. Removing the hinge covers A – Hinge Cover Slide the LED/button assembly slightly to the right and lift away from the system. Removing the LED/button assembly A – LED/Button Assembly LCD Panel Use the following steps to remove the LCD panel. - Page 50 Locate and remove the two bottom screws securing the LCD panel to the system. Removing the screws A – Screws Turn the system over and open the LCD panel. Locate and remove the left and right hinge screws. Removing the hinge screws A –...
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Page 51: Keyboard And Heat Plate
Locate and remove the two screws securing the LCD panel connector to the main board. Removing the LCD panel screws A – Screws Pull the LCD panel up and away from the system. Keyboard and Heat Plate Follow these steps to remove the keyboard and heat plate. Remove the LCD panel from the system. -
Page 52: Top Cover
Lay the keyboard key side down over the back of the system. Locate and completely loosen the four screws securing the heat plate to the system. Do not attempt to remove the screws. Loosening the heat plate screws A – Screws B –... - Page 53 Remove the eight screws on the bottom that secure the top cover to the system. Removing the bottom screws A – Screw Turn the system over. Locate and remove the one screw inside the hard disk drive bay that secures the top cover. Removing the drive bay screw A –...
- Page 54 Locate and remove the one screw on the top that secures the top cover. Removing the top screw A – Screw Locate and remove the screw securing the LED board. Remove the board from the system. Removing the LED board A –...
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Page 55: Versaglide
Locate and remove the screw securing the CD control board (if installed). Remove the board from the system. Removing the CD control board A – Screw B – CD Control Board Partially lift the top cover. Disconnect the VersaGlide cable from connector P8 on the I/O board. -
Page 56: Cd-Rom Drive
Turn the top cover over and locate the three screws securing the VersaGlide. Remove the screws. Removing the VersaGlide screws A – VersaGlide B – Screws Slide the VersaGlide assembly away from the top cover tabs and remove the VersaGlide from the top cover. -
Page 57: Audio Board
Audio Board Follow these steps to remove the audio board. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, and top cover from the system. Locate and remove the screw securing the audio board. Carefully disconnect the audio board from connector P7 on the main board by lifting the audio board. -
Page 58: Dc/Dc Board
DC/DC Board Use the following steps to remove the DC/DC board. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, and top cover from the system. Carefully disconnect and remove the DC/DC board from connectors P9 and P10 on the main board by lifting the DC/DC board. Disconnecting the DC/DC board A –... -
Page 59: I/O Board
I/O Board Follow these steps to remove the I/O board. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, and audio board from the system. Disconnect the diskette drive cable from connector P6 on the I/O board. Disconnect the CMOS battery from connector P1 of the I/O board. Carefully disconnect and remove the I/O board from connector P12 on the main board by lifting the I/O board. -
Page 60: Cmos Battery
CMOS Battery Follow these steps to remove the CMOS battery. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, audio board, and I/O board from the system. Remove the CMOS battery from the front of the base assembly. It is secured with two-sided tape. -
Page 61: Diskette Drive
Diskette Drive Use the following steps to remove the diskette drive. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, audio board, and I/O board from the system. Locate and remove the two screws securing the diskette drive to the base assembly. Removing the diskette drive screws A –... -
Page 62: Speakers
Speakers Follow these steps to remove the speakers. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, audio board, and I/O board from the system. Slide the speaker up and out of the front of the base assembly. There are two speakers. Removing the speaker A –... -
Page 63: Main Board
Main Board Follow these steps to remove the main board. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, audio board, I/O board, diskette drive, and Kensington lock latch from the system. Remove any mini-PCI option, if installed. Locate and remove the four screws that secure the main board to the base assembly. Use the needle-nose pliers to remove the three hex screws. - Page 64 Locate the CPU. Locate and remove two of the CPU standoffs. Removing the CPU standoffs A – Standoffs Locate pin 1 on the CPU (identified by the white triangle on the board). Align and place the actuation block of the insertion/extraction tool over pin 1 and the pin diagonally opposite pin 1.
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Page 65: Pentium Iii Removal
Place the push rod into the hole closest to pin 1 of the CPU. To release the CPU, push the rod toward pin 1 until you feel the mechanism unlock. Releasing the CPU Lift the actuation block and the CPU out the system. Only touch the CPU on the sides. -
Page 66: Pc Card Assembly
PC Card Assembly Follow these steps to remove the PC card assembly. Remove the LCD panel, keyboard, heat plate, top cover, audio board, I/O board, diskette drive, Kensington lock latch, and main board from the system. Turn the main board over. Remove both memory modules, if present. -
Page 67: System Board Layout
System Board Layout Audio Board DC/DC Board I/O Board Main Board... - Page 68 This following figures show the system boards and connector locations. Audio Board A – Connector P3 DC/DC Board A – Connector P1 B – Connector P2 4-2 System Board Layout...
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Page 69: I/O Board
I/O Board A – Connector P5 D – Connector P2 B – Connector P3 (back side) E – Connector P1 C – Connector P6 F – Connector P8 Main Board A – Connector P17 F – Connector P5 B – Connector P15 G –... -
Page 70: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Illustrated Parts Breakdown Illustrated Parts Breakdown Parts List... - Page 71 Illustrated Parts Breakdown 5-2 Illustrated Parts Breakdown...
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Page 72: Parts List
Parts List The following table contains a listing of the field-replaceable parts and corresponding part numbers. Field-Replaceable Parts List Item Description Part Number LCD Unit Assembly 12.1-inch 136-245542-001-A 13.3-inch 136-245543-001-A 14.1-inch 136-245544-001-A Keyboard 808-897373-101A Keyboard (French) 808-897373-112-A Hinge Cover (Right) 136-648954-001A Top Cover Sub Assembly 136-246152-001-A... - Page 73 Field-Replaceable Parts List Item Description Part Number Memory Bay Cover (without plating) 136-648956-011-A Cover Cap 136-649140-001A IR Lens 136-648951-001A Diskette Drive Bracket Assembly 136-245557-A Diskette Drive Interface Cable 808-130515-401A Hard Disk Drive Frame Assembly 136-245568-001A Hard Disk Drive Connector 808-130515-511A Hard Disk Drive Plate Assembly 136-245569-001A CD-ROM Drive Bracket...
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Page 74: Preventive Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance Cleaning the Notebook Exterior Cleaning the Notebook Interior Protecting the Disk Drive Handling the Battery Pack Maintaining the LCD Quality... -
Page 75: Cleaning The Notebook Interior
Preventive maintenance is limited to cleaning the plastic case, the keyboard, the display screen, and the diskette drive heads, as required. Note Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter before performing any maintenance. Voltage is present inside the system unit and LCD even after the system is turned off. -
Page 76: Handling The Battery Pack
Use hard disk maintenance program like DEFRAG under DOS, or acquire Norton Utilities SPEEDISK programs. These programs reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improve the hard disk access time. Handling the Battery Pack The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life. -
Page 77: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Quick Troubleshooting Helpful Questions... - Page 78 Quick Troubleshooting This section summarizes problems that may develop during system operation and lists suggested corrective actions. Quick Troubleshooting Problem or Symptoms Corrective Actions No power Check that the AC adapter is plugged into the power port of the notebook. Also, check that the AC adapter is plugged into a properly grounded AC power outlet.
- Page 79 Quick Troubleshooting Problem or Symptoms Corrective Actions Diskette drive does not work Check if the diskette drive option is not installed in BIOS Setup. Check if the diskette drive cable is connected properly. Check that the diskette is not faulty. Replace the diskette drive.
- Page 80 Quick Troubleshooting Problem or Symptoms Corrective Actions Serial device does not work Check if the serial port is set to “Auto” in BIOS Setup. Check if the serial device is connected properly. Check if the mouse driver is installed properly. Replace the serial device.
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Page 81: Helpful Questions
Helpful Questions Here are some helpful questions to ask when troubleshooting the notebook: Is there any external power source connected to the computer? Is the battery fully charged? Is the computer turned on and the Power LED activated? Is the LCD display switched to the external monitor? Are all cables and devices connected properly and securely? Are all needed device drivers installed properly? Is the Suspend Mode activated? Press any key or press the Power/Sleep button to power on... -
Page 82: Getting Services And Support
Getting Services and Support Services and Support Contact Information NECC Web Site NECC FTP Site Email/Fax to Support Services NECC Support Services... - Page 83 Not only do these services provide information about your NEC system, they can also be used to answer your questions and help solve any problems you may have with your system, should that ever be necessary.
- Page 84 The NECC Support Services offers technical support by email over the Internet network if you have a modem. The Internet address is: tech-support@nec-computers.com You can also fax technical questions to the NECC Support Services if you have access to a fax machine or fax/modem.
- Page 85 Please have available your system’s name, model number, serial number, and as much information as possible about your system’s problem before calling. For outside the U.S. or Canada, please contact your local NECC office or dealer for the support and service available in your country. 8-4 Getting Services and Support...
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Page 86: Specifications
Specifications System Components Connector Locations Memory Map Interrupt Controllers... - Page 87 System Components The following system component specifications are standard except where noted. System Processor Depending on the model: Intel Celeron — 450 MHz, 500 MHz, or 600 MHz Intel Pentium III — 450 MHz or 500 MHz (without SpeedStep) Intel Pentium III — 600 MHz, 650 MHz, or 700 MHz (with SpeedStep) Random Access Memory (RAM) Standard Main Memory —...
- Page 88 Main Battery Types: Nickel-Metal-Hydride, (NiMH), eight cell – Output Voltage – 9.6v – Capacity – 3,800 mAh Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), eight cell – Output Voltage – 14.4v – Capacity – 3,600 mAh Recharging Time Nickel-Metal-Hydride, (NiMH): Approximately 3 hours when system is not in use; approximately 3.5 hours when system is in use.
- Page 89 Diskette Drive Standard 1.44 MB Size — 3.5 inch Capacity — 1.44 MB (formatted), 2 MB (unformatted) Hard Disk Drives Internal, 2.5 inch, IDE Capacity (depending on the model) 6.0-GB, 10-GB, 12-GB, 20-GB, or larger hard disk drive CD-ROM Drive Thin-type CD-ROM Pack Access Time —...
- Page 90 3000 KB/s, 20X, maximum speed 16.6 MB/s, Mode 4 PIO 16.6 MB/s, Multi Mode 2 DMA mode (not Ultra DMA) Write Transfer Rate 150 KB/s, normal speed 300 KB/s, 2X speed 600 KB/s, 4X speed Audio Out — 0.8 +/-0.25 Vrms Operating Conditions Shock, 1G (11ms)/read, 0.5G (11ms)/write Vibration, 0.2G/read, 0.1G/write...
- Page 91 Wake-on-LAN support Auto-sensing Low power features AC Adapter Input Voltage 100 to 240 volts (V) AC, 50 watt (max.) Output Voltage 19 volts DC, 2.6A Dimensions System Width — 12 in. (307 mm) Depth — 9.9 in. (252 mm) Height — 1.6 in. (40 mm) (max 44 mm) Weight 6.6 lbs.
- Page 92 Connector Locations The following table shows the system’s connector locations. Connector Locations Connector Location Audio Board Audio Board I/O Board I/O Board I/O Board I/O Board Main Board Main Board Main Board Main Board Main Board Main Board Specifications 9-7...
- Page 93 Memory Map The system supports system and video shadowing, both controlled through complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS). The system supports BIOS as a cacheable area with write protection. The following table shows the system’s memory map. System Memory Map Memory Space Size Function 00000000h-0009FFFFh...
- Page 94 Interrupt Controllers The following table shows default interrupt level assignments 0 through 15. Interrupts IRQ# Device IRQ00 Internal Timer IRQ01 Keyboard IRQ02 Cascade IRQ03 IRQ04 Serial Port IRQ05 CardBus/Mini-PCI/Sound/Video* IRQ06 Diskette Drive IRQ07 Parallel Port IRQ08 Real-time Clock IRQ09 IRQ10 Video IRQ11 Available...
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Page 95: Glossary
Software designed to perform specific functions, like solving business or mathematical problems. 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. base RAM Area of system memory between 0 and 640 kilobytes available to the user for operating system and application programs. - Page 96 Electronic timer used to synchronize computer operations. CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor. A chip that contains nonvolatile memory in the NEC 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 97 (KB) 1024 bytes. Local Area Network. Liquid Crystal Display. An LCD consists of a thin sandwich of two glass plates with sealed edges, containing nematic liquid-crystal material that forms the screen image. The NEC Versa displays are LCD type. Glossary 3...
- Page 98 A communications standard that offers smaller size, greater design flexibility, and reduced cost for mobile platforms. mode A method of operation; for example, the NEC Versa operates in either normal or power- saving modes. modem MOdulator-DEModulator. A device that links computers over a telephone line.
- Page 99 page A type of message transmission in which a message is sent or received via modem to a paging device from a computer (with paging communications software) or telephone. parallel interface Interface that communicates eight bits at a time. parallel printer A printer with a parallel interface.
- Page 100 The main printed circuit board inside the system unit into which other boards and major chip components, such as the system microprocessor, are connected. Thin Film Transistor. A type of NEC Versa LCD color screen that supports 256 colors and provides exceptional screen display.
- Page 101 VersaGlide A small, touch-sensitive pad used as a pointing device on your NEC Versa notebook computer. With the VersaGlide, you can move your finger along the pad to move the cursor or simulate a mouse click by tapping the pad.
- Page 102 Index AC adapter Entering BIOS setup, 2-7 specifications, 9-6 Establishing passwords, 2-11 using, 2-2 ACPI, 2-13 Function key combinations, 1-7 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface, Function Keys, 1-7 2-13 Application and Driver CD installing, 2-22 Handling battery, 6-3 launching, 2-21 Hard disk using, 2-21 removing, 3-5...
- Page 103 Modem specifications, 9-5 Serial port, 2-17 Services and Support contact information, 8-2 NEC Customize utility, 2-20 Servicing the system using, 2-20 required tools, 3-2 NEC utilities, 2-20 Setting NECC boot devices, 2-16 email/fax, 8-3 Supervisor password, 2-11 FTP site, 8-3...
- Page 104 This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EC Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of laws of the Member States relating to electro-magnetic compatibility. This product satisfied the Class B limits of EN 55022. NEC Computers Inc. 15 Business Park Way Sacramento, CA 95828...
- Page 105 Battery Replacement A lithium battery in some computers maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, NECC recommends that you replace the battery. For battery replacement information, call your NECC dealer. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
- Page 106 819-200669-000 NEC Computers Inc. 15 Business Park Way 05/2000 Sacramento, CA 95828 www.nec-computers.com...