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N22_01_QSG.book Page 1 Thursday, November 14, 2002 10:22 AM
Dear Customer
Congratulations on the purchase of your new notebook computer. We are sure it will be
a useful assistant in your professional tasks.
The world of computer science changes rapidly. After releasing this Quick Start Guide,
updates may have been made to software or hardware configurations. Therefore some of
the instructions in this guide may have to be changed slightly and some of the pictures
may vary slightly from what appears.
This Quick Start Guide was designed to cover the basics of the full range of our systems.
Some of the hardware or software mentioned in this manual may not be included with
your system. Therefore you may find certain sections of the guide irrelevant.
Should you have any questions or remarks concerning the User's Documentation, and
you have a valid Internet connection, please send us an e-mail at the following address:
nec.authors@nec-computers.com
Please do not use this e-mail address for questions or remarks regarding your computer.
Copyright
Setting Up Your Notebook Computer
System Controls
Tips and Techniques
The Online Documentation
Trouble Shooting Guide
Using the Recovery Program
Smart Restore
Travelling with Your Notebook
Safety Notices
Your Working Environment
Index
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  • Page 1 Setting Up Your Notebook Computer System Controls Tips and Techniques The Online Documentation Trouble Shooting Guide Using the Recovery Program Smart Restore Travelling with Your Notebook Safety Notices Your Working Environment Index NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 1...

  • Page 2: Copyright

    In no event shall NEC Computers International be liable for any consequential or incidental damages, including but not limited to loss of business profits or any other commercial damages, arising out of the use of this product.

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    N22_01_QSG.book Page 3 Thursday, November 14, 2002 10:22 AM Safety Getting Started NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 3...

  • Page 4: Setting Up Your Notebook Computer

    Click the Next button in the lower right corner. 2. The End User License Agreement screen. Carefully read the license agreement, and click in the relevant white circle to accept its terms. Click the Next button. Page 4 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 5 Click the Finish button to complete the Windows XP installation. The computer will then work for a few minutes, the screen will become black and the system will reboot. Do not switch off your computer during this time! NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 5...
  • Page 6 CAUTION: this backup partition is hidden, but can be tempered with using the Disk Management utility. Do NOT erase the partition with this utility. The NEC Recovery Menu allows you to choose the way you will restore your system and to create the necessary tools.
  • Page 7 Insert a blank recordable CD and click OK when prompted. When the writing process is complete, the program will automatically eject the CD; click the OK button to continue. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 7...
  • Page 8 Note: store your Master CD in a safe place. It now contains the backup data of your computer. The Master CD is mandatory to use NEC utilities such as Smart Restore and the Recovery Program (refer to the relevant chapters, ‘Using the Recovery Program’...
  • Page 9 Do not delete this shortcut because it is the only way to launch Smart Restore. NEC advises you to note the updated path. To do so, select Start, All Pro- grams, Tools and point to NEC Recovery Menu. Right-click this menu option. In the drop down list, click Properties.

  • Page 10: System Controls

    Floppy Disk Drive Activity LED (E) - flashes green when the floppy disk drive is active. Caps Lock LED (F) - lights green when caps lock is active. Page 10 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 11 Email Button (A) - press the button to launch Outlook Express. Internet Button (B) - press the button to launch Internet Explorer. Power Button (C) - press the button to power on/off the system. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 11...

  • Page 12: Tips And Techniques

    When the system is off, or in Standby mode and the AC adapter is connected, charge time is approximately 2h30. When the system is powered on and the AC adapter is connected, charge time is minimum 2h30. Page 12 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 13: The Online Documentation

    Back Click Back to display the previously displayed page. Forward Click Forward to display the next page in a previously displayed sequence of pages. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 13...
  • Page 14 To search for words or phrases that may be contained in a topic, click the Search tab. Type the word or phrase, then click on List topics. Choose the topic in the list and click on Display. Page 14 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 15 N22_01_QSG.book Page 15 Thursday, November 14, 2002 10:22 AM Safety Answers to Common Computer Questions NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 15...

  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting Guide

    If you have the AC adapter attached, check that the electrical outlet you are using works. An optional component does not work. Make sure the component is securely installed or connected. Verify that the system parameter for the I/O port configuration is set correctly in Setup. Page 16 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 17 If an error message appears before the operating system starts, note the message and look up the error message in the section “Start Up Problems” in the electronic User’s Guide. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 17...
  • Page 18 Be prepared to work with the Technicians. They are trained professionals, ready to assist you. They are well versed in guiding both new and experienced computer users through the necessary trouble shooting. Page 18 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 19: Using The Recovery Program

    If you are restoring from the backup partition present on your hard drive: 1. Insert the bootable Recovery CD or floppy disk shipped with your machine in its drive. 2. Turn the system OFF. 3. Turn the system back ON. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 19...
  • Page 20 Master CD or a network, the complete system will be restored, except the backup partition.) CAUTION: before you begin the restoration process, do not forget to backup your valuable files (documents, pictures ...) on removable disks, such as dis- kettes or writable CDs. Page 20 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 21 Do not forget to backup on removable disks, such as diskettes or writable CDs, your valuable files (documents, pictures...) before you begin this process. 3. Return to the previous menu Select 3 to return to the previous menu. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 21...
  • Page 22 CAUTION: inappropriate use of FDisk may result in an irreversible loss of all the data located on the hard disk. 6. Return to the previous menu Select 6 to return to the previous menu. Page 22 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 23: Smart Restore

    You want to free some space on your hard disk. You may want to reinstall a program if: It has been corrupted and does not work any longer, It keeps generating errors on the computer. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 23...
  • Page 24 Click on Full Install if you wish to extract all the drivers. Click on any unwanted driver to deselect it. Once they are all checked, you may click on Deselect All if you changed your mind or made a mistake. Page 24 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 25 When you click on the CD icon at the bottom of the screen, you will launch the Master CDs creation process. Please refer to the chapter ‘NEC Recovery Menu’, section 2 ‘Create Master CDs from Backup Partition’ earlier in this guide for more information about the Master CDs creation process.

  • Page 26: Travelling With Your Notebook

    Insert a fully charged battery to make sure your system is ready to quickly boot up at the airport security check. Fully charge all your batteries. Tape your business card to your notebook, AC adapter, batteries. Page 26 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 27: Safety And Comfort

    N22_01_QSG.book Page 27 Thursday, November 14, 2002 10:22 AM Safety Safety and Comfort NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 27...

  • Page 28: Safety Notices

    Modifications to the Product CE Mark Certification NEC Computers International cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product with the CE Mark certifications.
  • Page 29 Ultimate disposal of the batteries should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Do not place used batteries in your regular waste: the incineration, landfilling or mixing of batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 29...
  • Page 30 Check the notebook for condensation. If condensation is present, allow it to evap- orate before switching on the notebook. Protect the notebook from being bumped or dropped. Keep the notebook away from dust, sand, and dirt. Page 30 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 31: Virus Warning

    When your computer is connected to a network, please make sure that only autho- rised persons have access to your system. For example, you can use passwords and share files as Read Only. NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 31...

  • Page 32: Your Working Environment

    If you experience periods of pain, tingling, numbness or other discomfort, please contact your doctor. Page 32 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 33: Index

    Num Lock Checklist ......10 Power Status ........16 Problem ........ 11 Scroll Lock ........26 Travel License Agreement......4 Computer ......4 First Time Use Connectors ........4 Maintenance ........16 NEC Versa Quick Start Guide - Page 33...
  • Page 34 Recovery Program ......19 .......21 Advanced Options ....20 Standard System Restore Warranty .........18 ........19 Starting .........22 Tools Windows XP........4 .........20 Using Wireless ...........30 Registration........5 Wireless LAN ........8 Regulatory Information ....28 Working Environment ....32 Page 34 - NEC Versa Quick Start Guide...

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