NEC Versa Series - Manual

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viii Using This Guide ! Appendix C, “Frequently Asked Questions,” (FAQs) for a look at questions thatusers commonly ask and the answers to those questions. Text Setup To make this guide as easy to use as possible, text is set up as follows. ! Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following format: ...

1 Introducing Your NEC Versa ! Before You Begin ! About Your NEC Versa Notebook ! Around the Front of the System ! Around the Back of the System ! Around the Left Side of the System ! Around the Right Side of the System ! Around the Bottom of the System

1-2 Introducing Your NEC Versa Before You Begin This manual is the user’s guide for both the NEC Versa UltraLite and Versa DayLitenotebook computers. All information applies to both units unless otherwise specified.The coloring of your NEC Versa may vary from the units shown in this guide. Thecolors...

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-3 About Your NEC Versa Notebook The NEC Versa notebook computer offers you a portable system filled with excitingresources for home, business, or travel. Standard features include a powerfulTransmeta  Crusoe  TM5600 600MHz microprocessor that works together with the la...

1-4 Introducing Your NEC Versa LCD Panel Your NEC Versa comes with a 10.4-inch color Thin Film Transistor (TFT) display thatyou can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. To adjust the viewing angle, gentlytilt the LCD panel into position. The primary battery is located behind the display. TheVe...

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-5 ! Keyboard — 86 keys with a country-specific QWERTY-key layout. ! LCD Panel — Provides a high-resolution display for sharp, effective visuals onyour NEC Versa. ! Microphone — A strategically positioned built-in microphone allows you to recordmonophonic sound directly i...

1-6 Introducing Your NEC Versa Keyboard Panel The NEC Versa notebook’s keyboard offers the following features, which are describedafter the figure. Keyboard A – Function Keys D – Cursor Control Keys B – Numeric Keys E – Control Keys C – Windows keys ! Function keys — Twelve function keys, F1 through...

1-8 Introducing Your NEC Versa ! Typewriter keys — The typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used toenter text and characters. Keys with blue printing on them behave differently whencombined with control keys or the Fn key. Front Features The front features of your NEC Versa notebook a...

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-9 ! IR Port — Use this infrared (IR) port to transfer files between your NEC Versa andan IR-equipped desktop or notebook computer or to print to an IR-capable printer. Note Your NEC Versa ships with the IR port disabled. For detailed instructions on how to enable the IR ...

1-10 Introducing Your NEC Versa ! USB Port — The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect up to 127USB-equipped peripheral devices (printers, monitors, scanners, etc.) to your NECVersa. ! LAN Cable Jack (optional) — If your system has this feature, it will have shippedwith a LAN adapter...

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-11 ! PC Card Slot — Accommodates one type II PC Card. These cards are often storageor communication devices such as Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), ReadOnly Memory (ROM), Flash Memory, LAN, and Small Computer System Interface(SCSI). ! USB Port — The Universal Serial ...

1-12 Introducing Your NEC Versa Around the Bottom of the System The bottom of the NEC Versa notebook offers the following features, which aredescribed after the figure. Bottom features A – Memory Module Bay D – Secondary Li-Ion Battery B – System Feet E – Battery Release Latch C – Hard Drive Bay F –...

2 Getting Started ! NEC VersaGlide Touchpad ! Power Sources for Your NEC Versa notebook ! AC Adapter ! Primary Battery Pack ! Secondary Battery Pack ! System Batteries ! System Care

2-2 Getting Started NEC VersaGlide Touchpad The NEC VersaGlide is an easy way to control the cursor with your finger. Lightlyglide your finger across the NEC VersaGlide and the cursor follows. The NECVersaGlide provides standard mouse functionality, plus more. VersaGlide featuresinclude the: ! Singl...

Getting Started 2-3 Making VersaGlide Adjustments The NEC VersaGlide offers a number of options that let you customize how itfunctions. The options let you control the cursor speed, select button orientation, enableor disable tapping, define auto jumps, enable easy-scrolling, and configure gestures ...

2-4 Getting Started Keep the adapter connected whenever possible. It charges the battery when it isconnected, whether the NEC Versa notebook is powered on or off. AC adapter A – AC Adapter C – Power Cable B – Adapter Cable Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no user-repl...

Getting Started 2-5 2. Plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter and the other end into aproperly grounded 120- or 240-volt, 50- or 60-Hz wall outlet. Connecting the AC adapter A – Adapter Cable C – AC Adapter B – AC Power Port D – Power Cable Do not cover or place objects on the AC ada...

2-6 Getting Started Powering On Your System Power on the system as follows: 1. Locate the latch on the front of the unit, slide it to the right, and raise the LCDpanel. 2. Locate the Power button and slide it forward to turn on system power. Foradditional information about Power control buttons and ...

Getting Started 2-7 To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the following: ! Keep the battery away from extreme heat. ! Keep metal objects away from the battery connectors to prevent a short circuit. ! Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay. ! Read the ...

2-8 Getting Started ! Leave the battery in the system and connect your NEC Versa notebook to the ACadapter and a wall outlet. If you connect the system to AC power and keep thesystem within standard operating temperatures, the batteries recharge inapproximately 4.5 hours when off, and 8 hours when o...

Getting Started 2-9 Replace the secondary battery installed in your NEC Versa notebook system as follows. Note Use the batteries in the NEC Versa notebook computer for which they are designed. Installing another manufacturer’s battery, or using a combination of very oldand new batteries can deterior...

2-10 Getting Started 4. Continue to hold the battery release latch as you slide the battery out of the system. Removing the battery A – Battery Bay Connectors C – Secondary Li-Ion Battery B – Battery Bay Release Latch 5. Insert the new battery as follows: ! Locate the alignment grooves on the edge o...

Getting Started 2-11 Charging the Battery Charge the primary and secondary batteries by simply connecting your NEC Versasystem to an AC power source. It takes 8 hours to fully charge the battery while thesystem is on, and 4.5 hours while the system is off. To monitor the charging activity,observe th...

2-12 Getting Started ! Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is adanger of ignition or explosion. Precautions for Recharging the Battery Adhere to the following precautions when recharging the primary or secondary battery. ! Charge the battery for the specified charg...

Getting Started 2-13 System Care The NEC Versa notebook is designed to be a durable, dependable system built forextensive use and travel. Follow these guidelines to maintain the condition andperformance of your computer. Immediately turn off and unplug the NEC Versa notebook under the following cond...

2-14 Getting Started Storage Requirements Store the computer and AC adapter in an environment that meets the followingconditions: If the temperature of the NEC Versa notebook suddenly rises or falls (for example, when you move the system from a cold place to a warm place),vapor condenses inside the ...

3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility ! Introducing BIOS Setup ! Entering BIOS Setup ! Managing System Power ! Updating the BIOS ! Configuring the Switch Settings

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-3 BIOS Setup Main Menu After you press F2 , the system displays the BIOS Setup Main Menu screen, similar to the following. Main Setup Menu How to Use Setup The Setup utility has a Main Menu window and five top-level menus with submenus.The menu bar at the top of the Ma...

3-4 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup menu to make theselections or exit the current menu. The following table describes the legend keys. Setup Key Functions Key Function F1 Provides help for the parameter fieldbeing displayed. Esc Exits th...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-5 Main Menu Choose the Main menu by selecting Main in the legend bar on the Main menu screen.Other Main menu options are available by selecting submenus. Use the arrow keys to select one of the Main menu options and press Enter to select a submenu. Items with grayed-ou...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-7 Internal HDD Submenu Items Menu Item Settings (default is bold) Type Auto , None, User When set to Auto, the values for Cylinders,Heads, Sectors, and Maximum Capacity asread only. When set to Auto, the BIOS detects what thedrive is capable of, not the translationmech...

3-8 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Internal HDD Submenu Items Menu Item Settings (default is bold) LBA Mode Control Enabled , Disabled When Enabled is selected, it causes logicalblock addressing to be used in place ofcylinders, heads, and sectors. When Type is set to Auto, the value in theLBA Mode fie...

3-10 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Security Menu Choose the Security menu by selecting Security from the Main menu screen. OtherSecurity menu options are available by selecting submenus. Use the arrow keys to select one of the Security menu options and press Enter to select a submenu. Items with gray...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-11 Boot Menu Choose the Boot menu by selecting Boot in the legend bar on the Main menu screen.Other Boot menu options are available by selecting submenus. Use the arrow keys to select one of the Boot menu options and press Enter to select a submenu. Items with grayed-o...

3-12 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Exit Menu Items Menu Item Settings (default is bold) Discard Changes Loads previous values from BIOS for allsetup fields. Save Changes Saves all setup value changes to BIOS. Battery Refresh Reactivates the battery (applies to theLithium-Ion battery). Managing System...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-13 Windows 2000 Power Schemes Use the Power Schemes options to define the appropriate Power scheme for yoursystem, and to set timeouts for standby, LCD panel, and hard disk. Define parametersfor your system when running under AC (plugged in) or DC (running on batteries...

3-14 Using the BIOS Setup Utility ! System standby — Selects the system standby timeout period for your system whenrunning under AC or DC power. ! System hibernates — Selects the system hibernate timeout period for your systemwhen running on AC or DC power. Windows 2000 Alarms Use the Alarms screen ...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-15 Windows 2000 Advanced The Advanced window allows you to select behaviors for the taskbar icon, standbypassword, LCD panel, when closed, and the Power button. Advanced Parameter Default Setting Alternate Setting(s) Always show icon ontaskbar unchecked checked Prompt ...

3-16 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Windows 2000 Power Management States ACPI uses different levels or states of power management. The power managementstates occur automatically, based on the system’s default settings, or manually, wheninvoked. Settings are configurable to occur while on battery power...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-17 Updating the BIOS The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s Flash ROM. As indicated in thischapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system’s software andhardware features. Use the BIOS Update Diskette for your specific model to updateyour NEC ...

3-18 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 4. Type a:\install at the DOS prompt and follow the on-screen instructions. Install.bat copies the DOS system files from your hard drive onto the BIOS UpdateDiskette to make it BIOS flash ready. The system prompts you when the process is complete. 5. Scan the BIOS U...

Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-19 8. Power on your computer. A CMOS Checksum message appears and prompts youto press F1 to enter Setup. 9. Press F1 to enter Setup and restore the default parameter settings. 10. Be sure to modify any custom settings that you may have configured. 11. Disable the BIOS ...

3-20 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3. Remove the screw and lift off the memory module bay cover. See “Identifying theSwitch Settings” for information about each setting. 4. Reassemble the NEC Versa components as follows. ! Replace the memory module bay cover. ! Replace the screw. ! Turn the system ov...

4 Using the Operating System and Utilities ! Microsoft Windows Introduction ! Transmeta LongRun Utility ! Product Recovery CD

4-2 Using the Operating System and Utilities Microsoft Windows Introduction Your NEC Versa comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 2000 operatingsystem, which provides a means of running applications, navigating through your filestructure, and using your notebook computer. It offers its own l...

Using the Operating System and Utilities 4-3 Note Before choosing and registering for an online service, you must connect an optional modem to your system and to a working phone line. The phone line must beanalog. If you are unsure what type of line you have, call your local phone company. If you ar...

4-4 Using the Operating System and Utilities Transmeta LongRun Utility The Crusoe processor that powers your NEC Versa notebook is equipped with theLongRun power management utility. This utility automatically adjusts the clock speedand voltage of the processor based on the needs of the application. ...

Using the Operating System and Utilities 4-5 Product Recovery CD The Product Recovery CD contains the NEC Product Recovery Utility that allows youto restore your system to its initial installation state. If you determine that you need to restore your system to its initial installation statefollow th...

4-6 Using the Operating System and Utilities — Partition Only — Lets you preserve your existing hard disk drive partitionstructure and format only the primary partition without affecting the extendedpartition(s). Partition Only formats drive C: (of a multiple partitioned drive) andrestores drive C: ...

Using the Operating System and Utilities 4-7 Choose your restore option carefully to prevent losing data and applications installed on your system. 6. Read the Warning screen. A warning displays indicating that your hard disk is about to be erased. 7. Select Continue to proceed to perform a Full Dis...

5 Using the System Drives and Bays ! External Floppy Diskette Drive ! External Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive ! Hard Disk Drive ! Memory Modules

5-2 Using the System Drives and Bays External Floppy Diskette Drive The NEC Versa notebook ships with a standard 3.5-inch, 1.44-MB external floppydiskette drive and cable. Use the floppy diskette drive to install applications, create aBIOS update diskette, or simply copy files to and from your NEC V...

Using the System Drives and Bays 5-3 Connecting the External Floppy Diskette Drive Follow these steps to connect the external floppy diskette drive to your NEC Versasystem. 1. Locate the external floppy diskette drive and cable that ships with your system. 2. Attach the cable connector to the USB po...

5-6 Using the System Drives and Bays Using the CD-ROM Drive with your NEC Versa Notebook Follow these steps to connect to and use the external CD-ROM drive with your NECVersa notebook computer. 1. Power off your NEC Versa notebook. 2. Locate the external CD-ROM drive and cable that ship with your sy...

Using the System Drives and Bays 5-7 4. Slide the release latch toward the front of the CD-ROM drive to open the cover. Opening the CD-ROM drive cover A – Release Latch 5. Put your CD, printed side up, into the circular impression in the drive. Inserting a CD 6. Close the drive cover.

5-8 Using the System Drives and Bays 7. Run the setup, installation program or other instructions provided with the softwareapplication to start or load the CD contents. Note Before recording from the external CD-ROM drive to the internal hard disk drive, disable the internal microphone. To disable ...

Using the System Drives and Bays 5-9 Hard Disk Drive Your NEC Versa notebook comes equipped with an internal fixed 2.5-inch, 9.5mmhard disk drive with a capacity of either 10 or 20 GB, depending on your systemconfiguration. When you power on your system for the first time, the hard disk drive contai...

5-10 Using the System Drives and Bays Installing a Memory Module Follow these steps to install a memory module. 1. Make sure that the system is powered off and that no peripheral devices areattached. 2. Turn over the system and locate the memory module bay. Locating the memory module bay A – Memory ...

Using the System Drives and Bays 5-11 4. Locate the connectors and alignment notch on the SO-DIMM. Memory module features A – Connectors B – Alignment Notch 5. Locate the memory module expansion port and proceed as follows: ! Hold the module at a 45 degree angle and align the module contacts with th...

5-12 Using the System Drives and Bays ! When the edge of the module pops up and is at approximately a 60 degreeangle, pull it from the socket. Removing an installed memory module Note The system switches are also located in the memory module bay. Therefore, if you need to set any system switches, yo...

6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa ! PC Cards ! Mini PCI LAN ! Internal Modem ! Internet Connections ! IR Port

6-2 Communicating with Your NEC Versa PC Cards Your NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite system is equipped with a PC Card slot thatsupports Type II PC Cards. PC Cards are all approximately the same size and vary only in thickness. All have astandard 68-pin connector. Your NEC Versa notebook supports the ins...

Communicating with Your NEC Versa 6-3 Storage Cards When you insert a memory or storage card in an NEC notebook computer, it appears asa unique drive as long as the system has an available interrupt for the card. Other Cards Many other kinds of PC Cards are available for notebook computers. They inc...

6-4 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card, follow these steps. 1. Align the card so that the 68-pin connector points towards the slot and the arrowshows on the top face of the card. 2. Slide the card into the slot. A low tone followed by a high tone lets you know ...

Communicating with Your NEC Versa 6-5 Mini PCI LAN Your NEC Versa system may ship with an internal Mini PCI LAN that allows you toconnect your system to a local area network. The internal LAN is a 10/100Base-TXinterface that supports both Wake on LAN and Network Boot functions. Connecting the Mini P...

6-6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa Internal Modem Your NEC Versa system ships with a V.90 internal modem that allows you to connectto the Internet, send a fax, or access your email. Note When using a modem outside the U.S. and Canada, you might need an international telephone adapter, available a...

Communicating with Your NEC Versa 6-7 Internet Connections Your NEC Versa system is equipped with the Microsoft Windows operating system toprovide a fully-integrated Internet experience. Use the Internet Connection Wizard onyour desktop to configure your system for email and Internet access. Sign up...

6-8 Communicating with Your NEC Versa 3. Select the Advanced tab and choose a value for the MaxConnectRate property.Choose a transfer speed compatible with the receiving device. 4. Click the OK button to save the changes. Your NEC Versa notebook ships with the IR port disabled. Before using the IR p...

7 Traveling Tips ! Preparing for Travel ! Packing for Travel ! Using Power Connections ! Getting Through Customs ! Connecting to the Internet

7-2 Traveling Tips Preparing for Travel The NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite computer makes a natural traveling companion.With a little preparation you can use the computer practically anywhere you go, toprepare your business documents, confirm your travel plans, surf the Internet, or simplystay in touch...

Traveling Tips 7-3 ! USB diskette drive if you plan to use diskettes ! Copy of proof of purchase for your computer and other equipment or customsregistration form for customs check ! Customer support phone numbers for your software ! AC extension cord. Using Power Connections With the right accessor...

7-4 Traveling Tips Connecting to the Internet Whether you are on a business trip or vacation, connecting to the Internet while youtravel can be expensive and frustrating unless you are prepared. Here are some tips onhow to avoid frustration and expense while on the road. Connecting Using a Modem If ...

8 Using Peripheral Devices ! External Monitor ! External Audio Options ! USB Devices

8-2 Using External Devices External Monitor You can add a standard external monitor to your NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite systemusing a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor) and a monitor transfercable. Follow these steps to connect an external monitor to your NEC Versa notebook. 1....

Using External Devices 8-3 External Audio Options The NEC Versa notebook comes equipped with built-in audio ports that let you recordand play sound. Connect audio jacks, like a microphone, headphones, or external speakers to the audioports as follows. 1. Locate the audio port that you want to use. 2...

8-4 Using External Devices USB Devices Your NEC Versa system is equipped with two USB ports that increase yourconnectivity choices. The USB ports on your system allow you to connect up to 127USB-equipped peripheral devices per port to your NEC Versa notebook computer.These peripherals may include a ...

9 Using Multimedia ! Audio ! Video ! Multimedia Applications

9-2 Using Multimedia Audio The NEC Versa notebook provides entertainment-level sound quality with its internalmono speaker or by plugging stereo speakers or headphones into the externalspeaker/headphone jack. It handles MIDI files and digital audio files recognizing.WAV, .MID, and .AVI formats. The ...

Using Multimedia 9-3 Note Before recording from the external CD-ROM drive to the internal hard disk drive, disable the internal microphone. To disable the internal microphone, go to Start,Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control. Choose Options, Propertiesand remove the check from the Mi...

9-4 Using Multimedia Using Headphones The NEC Versa notebook headphone port delivers sound at half a watt. Stereoheadphones (available at an electronics supply store) plug in through the headphonejack located on the front of the NEC Versa notebook. Adjust the volume using the Fn- F10 / Fn-F11 functi...

Using Multimedia 9-5 Using Animation Files You can create a dynamic presentation using an animation application. Animation canillustrate a concept, drive home an important point, or command attention. Graphicsanimation can add punch to a presentation with an animated illustration, a flashingarrow, o...

10 Solving System Problems ! Problem Checklist ! Start-Up Problems ! If You Need Assistance

10-2 Solving System Problems Problem Checklist First check the items in the following list. If these items don't help, see the table thatfollows the list. ! Power is on to the computer. ! The electrical outlet to which your AC adapter is connected is working. Test theoutlet by plugging in a lamp or ...

10-4 Solving System Problems Post Error Messages The NEC Versa computer has a built-in checking program that automatically tests itscomponents when you turn the system power on. This diagnostic test is called thePower-On Self-Test (POST). If the system finds a problem during the POST, thesystem disp...

10-6 Solving System Problems Post Error Messages Message Resolution Off Board Parity Error Parity error in an expansion slot. Contact your NECComputers service representative to be sure that thememory module is installed correctly. The error format is:OFF BOARD PARITY ERRORADDR(HEX) = (XXXX)XXXX is ...

Solving System Problems 10-7 Beep Codes Number ofBeeps Error Description 5 Processor Failure The CPU on the motherboardgenerated an error. 6 Gate A20 Failure The keyboard controller may be bad.The BIOS cannot switch to protectedmode. 7 Processor ExceptionInterrupt Error The CPU generated an exceptio...

11 Getting Service and Support ! Service and Support Contact Information ! Web Site ! FTP Site ! Support Services ! Email/Fax to Support Services

Getting Service and Support 11-3 Web Site If you have a modem or are connected to a network, you can access the NECComputers web site. You can do this through a commercial online service or throughyour Internet account. The web site contains general information about NECComputers and its products, p...

11-4 Getting Service and Support Support Services NEC Computers also offers direct technical support through Support Services. (NECComputers Support Services is for U.S. and Canadian customers only; internationalcustomers should contact the local NEC office or dealer for the support and serviceavail...

A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment ! Making Your Computer Work for You ! Arrange Your Equipment ! Adjust Your Chair ! Adjust Your Input Devices ! Adjust Your Screen or Monitor ! Vary Your Workday ! Pre-Existing Conditions andPsychosocial Factors

A-2 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Computers are everywhere. More and more people sit at computers for longer periodsof time. This appendix explains how to set up your computer to fit your physical needs.This information is based on ergonomics - the science o...

Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Arrange Your Equipment Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Placeitems that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to theproper height (as described in this appendix) by lowering the tabl...

A-4 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment ! If you use a mouse, position it at the same height as the keyboard and next to thekeyboard. Keep your wrists straight and use your entire arm when moving a mouse.Do not grasp the mouse tightly. Grasp the mouse lightly and loosely. ! Adjust the keyboard hei...

Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5 ! Adjust the screen or external monitor's brightness and contrast controls to enhancereadability. ! Use a document holder placed close to the screen or external monitor. ! Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or referencematerial...

B Specifications ! System Components ! Memory Map ! Interrupt Controllers

B-2 Specifications System Components The following system component specifications are standard except where noted. Note The components that ship with the system are subject to change without notice. System Processor 600-MHz Transmeta Crusoe TM5600 microprocessor Architecture 64-bit Peripheral Compo...

Specifications B-5 24X-Maximum/10x Minimum Variable Speed CD-ROM Drive ! Type — 5-inch CD-ROM Pack ! Average Data Transfer Rates — 1545 KB/second to 3600 KB/second ! Burst Transfer Rate — 16.7 MB/second, PIO mode4/DMA mode ! Average Access Time — 190 ms (Random) — 350 ms (Fullstroke) ! Interface — I...

B-6 Specifications Battery Pack ! Main Battery — 9 Cell Lithium Polymer; 10.8 volts, 1800mAH ! Secondary Battery — 3 cell Lithium-Ion; 11.1volts, 2500 mAH ! Recharging Time — Approximately 8 hours when the system is on, 4.5 hours whenoff. Dimensions ! Width — 10.4 in. (264 mm) ! Depth — 8.3 in. (211...

Specifications B-7 Memory Map The system supports system and video shadowing, both controlled throughcomplementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS). The system supports BIOS as acacheable area with write protection. The following table shows the system's memorymap. System Memory Map Memory Space Siz...

B-8 Specifications Interrupt Controllers Using interrupts, hardware can request software services. If non-Plug and Play softwareis being used, the interrupt may need to be moved for software application or drivercompatibility. Some interrupts cannot be moved. Fifteen interrupts can be used with acas...

C Frequently Asked Questions ! External Mouse ! Display ! PC Cards ! Diskette Drive ! Booting ! Power Management ! Miscellaneous

C-2 Frequently Asked Questions External Mouse How can a mouse and an external keyboard be connected to the notebook at the same time? The NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite is equipped with two USB ports that allow you to connect any combination of two USB devices, at the same time. If youpurchase a USB mo...

Frequently Asked Questions C-3 PC Cards Why do certain PC Cards cause my battery life to drop noticeably? Certain hard disk cards and wireless radio cards consume more power than others and can impact battery life. When not using any PC Card, close allapplications using the card and pop it part of t...

C-4 Frequently Asked Questions What happens if I leave a diskette in my diskette drive? Shutting down your system with a diskette in the diskette drive can damage the data on your diskette and your diskette drive. You should remove thediskette before powering off. How do I format a diskette? Double ...

Frequently Asked Questions C-5 Booting What is the difference between a warm boot and a cold boot? A warm boot restarts the system while system power is on. A warm boot is also a software reset. A warm boot clears volatile system memory and reloads theoperating system. In Windows 2000, press Ctrl , ...

C-6 Frequently Asked Questions What is the purpose of Suspend to RAM (Standby)? You can initiate full Suspend-to-RAM by accessing Start, Shut Down, Standby. This places the system in a deeper state of “sleep” and requires that you slidethe Power button forward to resume operation. Putting your syste...

Frequently Asked Questions C-7 What is a time-out? A time-out is the amount of time your system or a particular component is inactive. Miscellaneous How do I set the time and date? You can change the time and date in Windows 2000 as follows. ! Double click the time in the lower right corner of the s...

C-8 Frequently Asked Questions Why do I get a message “Insufficient memory” when I run some games? I have 64 MB of memory. The “Insufficient memory” refers to the 640 kilobytes of (DOS) base memory. Since there are drivers being loaded at power on, the amount of memory canbe lower than the game requ...

Glossary 1 Glossary A AC adapter A device that connects an NEC Versa notebook computer and an AC wall outlet toprovide AC power for running the system and recharging the battery. A/D conversion The process of converting an analog signal into a digital signal. AGP Advanced Graphics Port is an interfa...

Index-1 A AC adapter, 7-3 connecting, 2-4using, 2-3 AC Power port, 1-9ACPI, 3-12 advanced power settings, 3-15alarms, 3-14hibernation, 2-6, 3-15power meter, 3-14power schemes, 3-13 Advanced graphics Port, 1-3 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface, 3-12 Advanced power settings, 3-15Alarm, 3-14 c...

Regulatory Statements 1 Regulatory Statements The following regulatory statements include the Federal Communications Commission(FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement, compliance statements for Canada andEurope, battery disposal and replacement information, and the Declaration ofConformity. FCC...

2 Regulatory Statements European Community Directive Conformance Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EC Council Directive89/336/EEC on the approximation of laws of the Member States relating to electro-magnetic compatibility. This product satisfied the Class B...

NEC Computers Inc. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the Responsible Party NEC Computers Inc. 15 Business Park Way Sacramento, CA 95828 declare that the product NEC Versa ® DayLite ™ /UltraLite ™ is in conformity with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation of this product is subjectto the following two cond...