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NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Manual (280 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Desktop | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Using this Guide

9
- Text Conventions
  11
- Related Documents
  11
1 Using Your Computer

14
- System Features
  15
  - Front Panel
    15
    
    Lamps
    18
    
    Power Button
    18
    
    Suspend Button
    18
    
    Diskette Drive
    19
    
    CD-ROM Reader (Multimedia Models)
    20
  - Rear Panel
    21
    
    15-Pin VGA Monitor Connector
    24
    
    Printer Port
    24
    
    Keyboard Port
    25
    
    Mouse Port
    25
    
    Power Supply Fan
    25
    
    Serial Ports
    25
    
    Expansion Slot Covers
    26
    
    System Power Socket
    26
    
    Voltage Selector Switch
    26
    
    Sound Board Connectors (Multimedia Models)
    27
    
    Fax/Modem Jacks (Fax/Modem Models)
    30
    
    NIC Connectors (Network-Ready Models)
    32
  - Hard Disk
    34
  - Keyboard
    34
    
    Function Keys
    36
    
    Numeric Keypad/Cursor Control Keys
    36
    
    Standard Cursor Control Keys
    36
    
    Status Lamps
    36
    
    Typewriter Keys
    36
  - Mouse
    37
- Speakers (Multimedia Models)
  37
- Microphone (Multimedia Models)
  38
- System Operation
  39
  - Start-Up/Shutdown
    39
    
    Powering on
    40
    
    Powering off
    42
  - Diskette Loading
    44
  - Diskette Removal
    46
  - CD Loading (Multimedia Models)
    46
  - Fax/Modem Functions (Fax/Modem Models)
    48
  - Power Management
    49
    
    Using Standby Mode
    50
    
    Using Suspend Mode
    50
  - System Reset
    51
  - Backup
    53
- Security Features
  53
- Desktop Management Interface
  54
  - DMI Components
    55
  - Manageable Products
    55
  - CI Module
    55
  - DMI Browser
    56
  - Usage
    57
  - Troubleshooting
    58
- NEC Fastfacts
  58
- Integrated Technologies
  61
  - Processor Subsystem
    62
  - PCI Local Bus
    62
  - Flash ROM
    63
  - Video Features
    63
  - True Color
    64
  - Dual IDE Ports
    64
  - High-Speed Communication Ports
    65
  - ZIF Socket
    65
  - Audio Support (Multimedia Models)
    65
  - Data Fax/Modem (Fax/Modem Models)
    66
  - Plug and Play Support
    66
  - Power Saving Features
    67
2 Setting System Parameters

68
- The Setup Utility
  69
- How to Start Setup
  70
- How to Use Setup
  71
  - The Menu Bar
    72
  - The Legend Bar
    73
- Setup Key Functions
  73
  - Selecting a Menu Item
    74
  - Displaying a Submenu
    74
  - The Field Help Window
    74
  - The General Help Window
    74
  - Main Menu Options
    75
- Legend Bar Main Menu Parameters
  75
  - IDE Adapters
    76
- IDE Hard Disk Parameters
  77
  - Memory Shadow
    78
- Memory Shadow Parameters
  78
  - Boot Sequence
    79
- Boot Parameters
  79
  - Numlock
    80
- Keyboard Parameters
  80
  - The Advanced Menu
    81
    
    Integrated Peripherals Menu
    81
- Integrated Peripherals Parameters
  82
  - Parity
    83
  - Large Disk Access Mode
    83
- Large Disk Parameters
  83
  - The Security Menu
    84
- System Security Options
  85
  - The Power Menu
    87
- Power Management Parameters
  87
  - The Exit Menu
    89
    
    Save Changes & Exit
    89
    
    Discard Changes & Exit
    90
    
    Get Default Values
    90
    
    Load Previous Values
    91
    
    Save Changes
    91
  - Flash Utility
    91
  - Mouse Driver
    91
    
    Changing Mouse Parameters
    92
    
    Command Line Options
    92
  - Video Drivers
    95
  - NEC Bulletin Board Service
    96
  - Network Drivers and Settings
    98
3 Maintaining Your Computer

99
- System Care
  99
  - Protective Measures
    99
  - Routine Care
    101
- Mouse Care
  102
- CD Care
  103
- Moving Guidelines
  105
4 Removing the System Unit Cover

106
- Desktop Cover
  106
  - Removing the Desktop Cover
    106
  - Replacing the Desktop Cover
    109
- Minitower Cover
  111
  - Removing the Minitower Cover
    111
  - Replacing the Minitower Cover
    114
5 Adding Options

117
- Optional Hardware
  117
- Safety Precautions
  119
- Boards
  121
  - Precautions
    121
  - Slot Locations
    122
  - Board Installation
    123
  - Board Removal
    129
  - Inside Expansion Slot in the Desktop
    133
    
    Installing a Board
    133
    
    Removing a Board
    136
- SIMM Upgrade Kits
  138
  - Cautions
    139
  - SIMM Installation
    139
    
    Checking the Memory in Your System
    139
    
    Installing Simms
    142
- Recommended Memory Upgrade Path
  142
  - Secondary Cache
    146
  - Video Upgrade
    152
  - Chip Upgrades
    156
  - Data Storage Devices
    162
    
    Device Slots
    162
    
    Storage Device Support
    162
    
    Device Preparation
    164
    
    Cables
    165
    
    Diskette Drive Signal Cable
    168
    
    System Power Cables
    168
    
    IDE Cables
    170
    
    Storage Device Installation
    171
    
    Installing a Storage Device in the Desktop
    172
    
    Installing a Storage Device in the Minitower
    181
  - External Peripherals
    188
    
    Parallel Printer
    188
    
    RS-232C Device
    190
    
    Multimedia Components (Multimedia Models)
    193
    
    Setting up the Speakers
    194
    
    Connecting the Microphone
    198
    
    Fax/Modem (Fax/Modem Models)
    199
6 Setting System Board Jumpers

202
- Changing Jumper Settings
  206
- Clearing Your Password
  207
7 Solving Problems

208
- Problem Checklist
  208
- Battery Replacement
  214
- Emergency Eject
  218
- If You Need Assistance
  219
  - Getting Help from Your Company
    219
  - Getting Help from Your Dealer
    219
  - Getting Help from NEC
    219
    
    E-Mail/Fax Technical Support Service
    220
    
    NEC Fastfacts
    221
Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

222
- Making Your Computer Work for You
  222
- Arrange Your Equipment
  224
- Adjust Your Chair
  225
- Adjust Your Keyboard and Mouse
  227
- Adjust Your Monitor
  229
- Vary Your Workday
  231
- Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
  233
- Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure up
  233
  - Checking Your Chair
    233
  - Checking Your Keyboard
    234
  - Checking Your Mouse
    234
  - Checking Your Monitor
    234
  - Checking You
    234
Specifications

236
CD-ROM Reader Configuration

246
- Rear Panel
  246
- Jumper Settings
  248
Sound Board Jumper Settings

249
- Factory Settings
  250
- Sound Board Jumper Settings - Factory Settings
  250
  - Jumper Functions
    252
    
    MIDI Base I/O Address
    252
    
    Joystick Connector
    253
    
    Audio Interface DMA Channels
    254
    
    Audio Interface Base I/O Address
    256
    
    Audio Interface IRQ Line
    257
    
    MIDI Interface
    258
  - Changing Jumper Settings
    259
Glossary

260

NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Service Manual (179 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents
2
Preface
13
Section 1 Technical Information

14
- Desktop System Unit
  14
- Minitower System Unit
  15
- System Board
  16
- Processor
  18
  - Secondary Cache
    19
  - Flash ROM
    19
  - Power Management
    20
  - I/O Addressing
    21
  - System Memory
    22
  - Interrupt Controller
    23
  - Video Controller
    24
  - Video Memory
    24
  - Dual IDE Ports
    27
- ISA/PCI-Bus Backboard
  27
  - ISA Bus
    27
  - PCI Bus
    28
- Parallel Interface
  28
- Serial Interface
  29
- Indicator Panel
  29
  - Power Button
    30
  - Suspend Button
    30
  - Lamps
    30
- Power Supply
  30
- Diskette Drive
  30
- Hard Disk Drive
  31
- Multimedia Components
  31
  - CD-Rom
    31
  - Sound Board
    31
  - Speakers
    32
  - Microphone
    32
- NIC Connectors (Network-Ready Models)
  32
- Keyboard
  33
- Mouse
  33
- Integrated Technologies
  33
  - Desktop Management Interface
    33
  - Plug and Play Support
    33
  - Power Saving Features
    33
  - Security Features
    34
Section 2 Setup and Operation

35
- Unpacking and Repacking
  35
- Setup
  36
  - Desktop Setup
    36
  - Minitower Setup
    39
  - External Multimedia Connections
    41
    
    Sound Board Jacks
    42
    
    Connecting the Speakers
    43
  - Network Connectors
    44
- System Configuration
  46
  - Setup Utility
    46
  - How to Start Setup
    47
  - How to Use Setup
    47
    
    Menu Bar
    48
    
    Legend Bar
    49
    
    Field Help Window
    49
    
    General Help Window
    50
    
    Main Menu Options
    50
    
    IDE Adapters
    51
    
    Memory Shadow
    52
    
    Boot Sequence
    53
    
    Numlock
    53
  - Advanced Menu
    54
    
    Integrated Peripherals Menu
    54
    
    Parity
    55
    
    Large Disk Access Mode
    56
  - Security Menu
    56
  - Power Menu
    58
  - Exit Menu
    59
    
    Save Changes & Exit
    59
    
    Discard Changes & Exit
    59
    
    Get Default Values
    59
    
    Load Previous Values
    59
    
    Save Changes
    60
- BIOS Update Utility
  61
- System Board Jumpers
  62
  - Changing Jumper Settings
    65
  - Clearing the Password
    66
Section 3 Options

67
- Desktop Cover Removal
  68
- Minitower Cover Removal
  69
- Expansion Board(S)
  70
  - Desktop Expansion Board Installation
    71
  - Minitower Expansion Board Installation
    73
- SIMM Upgrade Kits
  74
  - Cautions
    74
  - SIMM Installation
    75
    
    Checking the Memory in the System
    75
    
    Installing Simms
    77
- Secondary Cache
  80
- Video Upgrade
  83
- Overdrive Processor Installation
  85
- Storage Devices
  89
  - Diskette Drive
    89
  - Diskette Drive Settings
    89
  - Hard Disk Drives
    90
  - Hard Disk Drive Settings
    90
- Desktop Storage Device Installation
  91
- Minitower Storage Device Installation
  99
- External Peripherals
  104
  - Parallel Printer
    104
    
    RS-232C Device
    105
Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

107
- Maintenance
  108
  - System Unit
    108
  - Keyboard
    109
  - Mouse
    110
  - Routine Checks
    110
- Troubleshooting
  111
  - Error Messages
    111
    
    How to Load Remote Support Session
    112
  - Diagnosing and Solving Problems
    113
  - DOS Application Problems
    117
  - Windows Application Problems
    120
  - Diagnostic Output and Beep Codes
    122
Section 5 Desktop Repair

125
- Disassembly and Reassembly
  125
  - Section 5 Desktop Repair Disassembly and Reassembly
    125
  - Top Cover Removal
    127
  - Expansion Board Removal
    128
  - Front Panel Assembly Removal
    130
  - PCI/ISA-BUS Backboard Removal
    130
  - Power Button Cover Removal
    132
  - Speaker Assembly Removal
    133
  - SIMM Removal
    134
  - 1/2-Inch Diskette and Hard Disk Drive Removal
    135
  - 1/4-Inch Device Removal
    137
  - 1/4-Inch Device Cage Removal
    138
  - Power Supply Removal
    139
  - System Board Removal
    140
  - Battery Removal
    142
  - Illustrated Parts Breakdown
    142
Section 6 Minitower Repair

147
- Disassembly and Reassembly
  147
  - Top Cover Removal
    149
  - Expansion Board Removal
    151
  - PCI/ISA-BUS Backboard Removal
    152
  - Front Panel Assembly Removal
    153
  - Power Button Cover Removal
    154
  - Speaker Assembly Removal
    155
  - SIMM Removal
    156
  - 1/2-Inch Diskette Drive Removal
    157
  - 1/2-Inch Hard Disk Drive Removal
    159
  - 1/4-Inch Device Removal
    161
  - 1/4-Inch Device Cage Removal
    162
  - Power Supply Removal
    163
  - System Board Removal
    164
Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments

165
- Power Lamp Connector
  165

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NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Manual (280 pages)

Table of Contents

Using this Guide

1 Using Your Computer

2 Setting System Parameters

3 Maintaining Your Computer

4 Removing the System Unit Cover

5 Adding Options

6 Setting System Board Jumpers

7 Solving Problems

Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

Specifications

CD-ROM Reader Configuration

Sound Board Jumper Settings

Glossary

NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Service Manual (179 pages)

Table of Contents

Section 1 Technical Information

Section 2 Setup and Operation

Section 3 Options

Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Section 5 Desktop Repair

Section 6 Minitower Repair

Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments

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