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NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Manual (280 pages)
Brand:
NEC
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 1.58 MB
Table of Contents
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
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NEC POWERMATE V486 - SERVICE Service Manual (179 pages)
Brand:
NEC
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 0.47 MB
Table of Contents
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
Removing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket
93
Removing the Blank Panel
94
Installing the Storage Device
95
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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