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NEC POWERMATE PRO2180 Manual (211 pages)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Using this Guide
10
Text Conventions
11
Related Documents
12
1 Introducing Your Computer
14
Front Features
15
System Controls and Lamps
16
IR Window
17
Diskette Drive a
18
CD-ROM Reader
19
Back Features
21
External Connectors
22
Power Supply Features
24
Matrox Video Board
25
SCSI Adapter Board
26
Speakers
27
Microphone
28
2 Using Your Computer
29
System Operation
29
Starting up
29
Shutting down
30
Setting Date and Time
31
Using System Features
32
Using a Mouse
32
Diskette Removal
34
Using Diskettes
34
Handling Compact Discs
36
Loading a CD
37
Removing a CD
38
Suspend Power
38
Using Your Systems Audio Functions
38
Protection Features
39
Setting a Password
39
Using a Password
40
Productivity
42
Saving Your Work
42
Backing up Your Work
42
Printing a Document
43
Changing Video Drivers
44
System Care
44
Protecting Your System from Damage
45
Keeping Your System in Good Condition
46
Cleaning Your Mouse
47
Moving or Shipping Your System
49
Battery Replacement
50
3 Understanding System Features
54
System Chassis
55
System Board Components
56
Processor
56
System Memory
57
Interrupt Controller
57
Interrupt Level Assignments
58
PCI Local Bus
59
Flash ROM
59
Graphics Features
60
Graphics Accelerator
60
Motion Video Controller
60
Video Support
61
Dual IDE Ports
62
Feature Connector
62
High-Speed Communication Ports
62
SCSI Port
63
Sound System
63
USB Port
63
ZIF Socket
63
Plug and Play Support
64
Power Saving Feature
64
4 NEC Drivers and Utilities
65
The Setup Utility
65
When to Use Setup
66
How to Start Setup
67
How to Use Setup
68
Navigation Keys
68
Main Menu
69
Diskette Drive
70
IDE Devices
70
System Date/Time
70
IDE Device Configuration
71
IDE Device Configuration Submenu
71
IDE Translation Mode
72
Boot Options
74
Boot Options Submenu
74
Boot Sequence
74
Language
74
Boot Speed
75
Num Lock
75
Speaker
75
System Cache
75
Hard Disk Pre-Delay
76
Setup Prompt
76
Typematic Rate Programming
76
Video Mode
77
Base Memory
78
BIOS Version
78
Extended Memory
78
Mouse
78
Advanced Menu
78
Cache Size
79
Peripheral Configuration
79
Peripheral Submenu
79
Processor Speed
79
Processor Type
79
Floppy Interface
80
IDE Interface (Primary and Secondary)
80
Peripheral Configuration Mode
80
Serial Port (1 and 2) Address
80
USB Interface
80
Parallel Port Address
81
Parallel Port Mode
81
Serial Port 2 IR Mode
81
Advanced Chipset Configuration
82
Advanced Chipset Configuration Submenu
82
Base Memory Size
82
Isa LFB Base Address
83
Isa LFB Size
83
Video Palette Snoop
83
Latency Timer (PCI Clock)
84
Memory Error Detection
84
Banks 0 and 1 SIMM Detected
85
Onboard Audio
85
Power Management Configuration
85
Power Management Submenu
85
IDE Drive Power down
86
Inactivity Timer (Minutes)
86
VESA Video Power down
86
Hot Key
87
Hot Key Parameters
87
Auto Start on AC Loss
88
Power-On COM1 Ring
88
Plug and Play Configuration
88
Plug and Play Submenu
88
Boot with Pnp os
89
ISA Shared Memory Size
89
ISA Shared Memory Base Address
90
Event Logging Configuration
91
Security Menu
91
Security Passwords
91
Set User Password and Set Administrative Password
93
Unattended Start
93
Security Hot Key (CTRL-ALT-)
94
Exit Menu
94
Exit Saving Changes
94
Exit Discarding Changes
95
Discard Changes
95
Load Setup Defaults
95
Flash Utility
96
Scsiselect Utility
97
Landesk Client Manager
97
Managing Workstations
98
PC Health Indicator
98
PC Health Meter
98
PC Health Description
99
Inventory
100
Heceta Capabilities
101
Using DMI
101
Video Drivers
102
5 Installing Options
104
Option Installation Procedures
105
Safety Precautions
105
Cover Removal/Replacement Procedure
107
Removing the System Unit Cover
107
Replacing the System Unit Cover
110
Expansion Boards
111
Locating Expansion Slots
111
Installing an Expansion Board
113
Removing an Expansion Board
115
SIMM Upgrade
116
Checking System Memory
117
Recommended Memory Upgrade Path
119
Removing a SIMM
120
Installing a SIMM
121
Video Upgrade
122
Processor Upgrade
124
Removing the Processor
124
Installing the Processor
125
Data Storage Devices
126
Locating Device Slots
127
Preparing the Device
129
Device Cables
130
Diskette Drive Signal Cable
131
IDE Signal Cables
132
SCSI Cable
133
System Power Cables
133
Cabling Storage Devices
134
Cabling an IDE or SCSI Device
135
Cabling a Diskette Drive
136
Installing Storage Devices
136
1/2-Inch Drive Installation
137
Removing the Side Panel
139
Removing the Front Panel
140
Installing the 5 1/4-Inch Device
142
Replacing the Front and Side Panels
144
Adding External Options
146
Connecting a Parallel Printer
146
Connecting an RS-232C Device
147
Connecting a SCSI Device
148
6 Setting System Board Jumpers
150
Changing Processor Jumper Settings
151
BIOS Recovery
154
Clearing CMOS
156
Denying Access to CMOS Setup
158
Clearing Your Password
160
24-Hour Information Services
162
Nec's Fastfacts Service
163
NEC Bulletin Board Service
165
America Online Service
167
Compuserve Online Service
168
E-Mail/Fax Technical Support Service
169
Internet
170
NEC Technical Support Services
171
8 If You Have a Problem
172
Problem Checklist
173
Solutions to Common Problems
174
System Problems
174
Diskette Drive Problems
176
Monitor Problems
177
Keyboard/Mouse Problems
178
CD-ROM Problems
178
Speaker Problems
179
Microphone Problems
179
Getting Help
180
Getting Help from Your Company
180
Getting Help from Your NEC Dealer
181
Getting Help from Nec's Technical Support Center
181
NEC Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
182
Setting up a Healthy Work Environment
183
Making Your Computer Work for You
183
Arrange Your Equipment
185
Adjust Your Chair
186
Adjust Your Input Devices
188
Adjust Your Monitor
190
Vary Your Workday
192
Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
193
Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure up
194
Checking Your Chair
194
Checking Your Keyboard
194
Checking Your Mouse
194
Checking Your Monitor
194
Checking You
195
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