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NEC Versa L320 User Manual

NEC Versa L320 User Manual (198 pages)

NEC Display Solutions Notebook Computer User's Guide Versa L320

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.22 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Using this Guide

9
- Text Conventions
  10
- Related Documents
  10
1 Introducing the NEC Versa

11
- Before You Begin
  12
- About Your NEC Versa L320 Notebook
  13
- Around the Front of the System
  14
  - Opening Your System
    14
  - Base Unit
    14
  - Control Panel
    15
    
    Security and Personal Code Buttons
    16
    
    Power Button
    16
    
    Shortcut Buttons
    17
  - Status Leds
    17
    
    Power Status Leds
    18
    
    Operating Status Leds
    18
  - Keyboard Panel
    19
  - Front Features
    22
- Around the Back of the System
  23
- Around the Left Side of the System
  24
- Around the Right Side of the System
  25
- Around the Bottom of the System
  26
- About the NEC Cable Portbar
  27
- About NEC Wireless LAN
  28
2 Getting Started

29
- NEC Versaglide Touchpad
  30
  - Versaglide Adjustments
    31
  - Versaglide Tips
    31
- Power Sources for Your NEC Versa
  31
- AC Adapter
  32
  - Connecting the AC Adapter
    32
  - Powering on Your System
    33
- System Batteries
  34
  - Primary Battery
    34
  - Secondary Battery
    34
  - CMOS Battery
    34
- Using the Primary Battery
  35
  - Determining Battery Status
    35
  - Low Battery Status
    36
  - Returning the Battery to Its Normal State
    36
  - Extending Battery Life
    36
  - Battery Handling
    37
  - Replacing the Battery
    37
  - Charging the Battery
    39
  - Battery Precautions
    40
  - Precautions for Recharging the Battery
    40
- Using a Secondary Battery
  41
  - Secondary Battery Precautions
    41
  - Replacing the Secondary Battery
    41
- System Care
  42
  - Precautions for System Use
    42
  - Storage Requirements
    43
  - Routine Cleaning
    43
3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility

44
- Introducing BIOS Setup
  45
- Entering BIOS Setup
  45
  - BIOS Setup Main Menu
    46
  - Looking at Screens
    47
  - Using Keys
    48
- Checking/Setting System Parameters
  48
  - Resetting System Parameters
    49
  - Main Menu
    49
  - Advanced Menu
    50
  - Diskette Drive
    51
  - Security Menu
    51
  - Password Protection
    52
  - Establishing Passwords
    52
  - Power Management
    53
  - Fingerprint Protection
    53
  - Hard Disk Drive Passwords
    53
    
    Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords
    54
    
    Changing Hard Disk Drive Passwords
    54
    
    Using Hard Disk Drive Password Protection
    55
    
    Moving the Hard Disk Drive
    55
  - Power Menu
    56
  - Boot Menu
    58
  - Exit Menu
    58
- Managing System Power
  59
- Checking Switch Settings
  69
  - Accessing Switches
    69
  - Looking at Switch Settings
    70
- Updating the BIOS
  71
4 Using the Operating System and Utilities

74
- Windows Introduction
  75
  - Windows 2000
    75
    
    Desktop Icons
    75
    
    Taskbar Icons
    76
  - Windows 98 Second Edition
    76
    
    Desktop Icons
    76
    
    Taskbar Icons
    78
- NEC Utilities
  79
  - NEC Customize Utility
    79
    
    NEC Customize Utility Screen
    79
    
    Using the NEC Customize Utility
    79
  - PHDISK Utility for Windows 98 SE
    80
    
    Preparing Your System for the PHDISK Utility
    80
    
    Running the PHDISK Utility
    80
- Applet for Intel Speedstep2 Technology
  82
- Softdvd Player CD
  82
- Nec CD-Rw CD
  82
- Application and Driver CD
  83
- Personal Code Setting Utility
  84
- NEC Info Center
  87
  - Installing the NEC Info Center
    87
  - Uninstalling the NEC Info Center
    88
- Partitionmagic Special Edition
  88
- Product Recovery CD
  89
- One-Touch Start Button Settings Utility
  93
5 Using the System Drives and Bays

95
- NEC Modular Bay Slot
  96
- NEC Versabay IV Slot
  96
- Phoenix Bayswap Utility
  97
- Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive
  101
  - CD Loading
    102
  - CD Care
    102
  - Changing the Auto Play Setting
    103
- Variable-Speed CD-RW Drive
  104
- Variable-Speed DVD-ROM Drive
  104
- Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM Drive
  105
- Memory Modules
  106
6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa

110
- MDC Modem
  111
  - Connecting the Modem
    111
- Mini PCI LAN
  112
- PC Cards
  112
  - Type II Cards
    112
  - Type II Extended Cards
    112
  - Type III Cards
    112
  - Communication Cards
    113
  - Storage Cards
    113
  - Interface Cards
    113
  - Other Cards
    114
  - PC Card Slots
    114
  - Inserting a PC Card
    114
  - Removing a Card
    115
- Internet Connections
  116
- IR Port
  117
  - Enabling the IR Port
    118
  - Enabling Infrared Communications
    118
  - Using the IR Port
    119
- Mini PCI Wireless LAN
  120
7 Traveling Tips

123
- Preparing for Travel
  124
- Packing for Travel
  124
- Using Power Connections
  125
- Getting through Customs
  125
- Connecting to the Internet
  126
  - Connecting Using a Modem
    126
  - Connecting Using a LAN
    126
8 Using External Devices

128
- Keyboard/Mouse
  129
- USB Device
  130
- Serial Devices
  131
- NEC Cable Portbar
  132
- Monitor
  133
- S-Video Supported Device
  134
- IEEE 1394 Devices
  135
- Parallel Devices
  136
- Audio Options
  137
9 Using Multimedia

138
- Audio
  139
  - Recording
    139
  - CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Input
    140
  - Microphone
    140
  - Playing Back
    140
  - Using Headphones
    141
  - Using the Built-In Speakers
    141
  - Using External Stereo Speakers
    141
- Video
  141
  - Using Digital Video Files
    142
  - Using Animation Files
    142
- Multimedia Applications
  142
10 Solving System Problems

143
- Problem Checklist
  144
- Startup Problems
  145
  - POST Error Messages
    146
- If You Need Assistance
  147
11 Getting Service and Support

148
- Service and Support Contact Information
  149
- Web Site
  150
- Support Services
  151
- E-Mail to Support Services
  151
Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

152
- Making Your Computer Work for You
  153
- Arrange Your Equipment
  154
- Adjust Your Chair
  154
- Adjust Your Input Devices
  155
- Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
  155
- Vary Your Workday
  156
- Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
  156
- Specifications
  158
- System Components
  159
- Interrupt Controllers
  167
- Memory Map
  168
C Frequently Asked Questions

169
- External Mouse
  170
- Display
  170
- PC Cards
  170
- Diskette Drive
  171
- Booting
  172
- Power Management
  173
- Miscellaneous
  175
Glossary

177
Index

188
- Regulatory Statements
  196
- Battery Replacement
  197
- Battery Disposal
  197
- Declaration of Conformity
  198

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