Page 1: Declaration Of Conformity
NEC Computer Systems Division, A Division of Packard Bell NEC, Inc. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the Responsible Party NEC Computer Systems Division Packard Bell NEC, Inc. 1414 Massachusetts Avenue Boxboro, MA 01719 (508) 264-8000 declare that the product NEC V6060 Series is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 2 NECCSD is prohibited. NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation; Versa is a U.S. registered trademark of NEC Technologies, Inc.; all are used under license by NEC Computer Systems Division (NECCSD), Packard Bell NEC, Inc.
Page 3: Using This Guide
® The NEC Versa 6060 User’s Guide gives you the information you need to maximize the use of your NEC Versa notebook computer. Read this guide to familiarize yourself with your NEC Versa and its features. For specific information see Chapter 1, “Getting Started,”...
Page 4: Related Documents
For example, type and press Enter RELATED DOCUMENTS See the following documents for additional information on your NEC Versa 6060 notebook computer: Your NEC Versa 6060 Quick Setup sheet. Your NEC Versa 6060 Quick Reference card. x Using this Guide...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Controls..................1-4 Status Icons ................1-5 Keyboard..................1-6 NEC VersaGlide................1-6 Diskette Drive, CD-ROM Reader and the NEC VersaBay II™..1-7 IR Port and Microphone..............1-8 Around the System — Back ..............1-10 Around the System — Left Side............1-11 Around the System —...
Page 6 Windows for Workgroups .............. 2-4 DOS Introduction ................2-5 NEC Versa Help Center..............2-5 Additional Online Topics ............... 2-6 Guide to NEC Utilities ................ 2-7 Setup Utility .................. 2-7 NEC Customize Utility ..............2-7 HDPREPEZ Utility ............... 2-7 Other Software ................... 2-7 Client Manager ................
Page 7 External Keyboard/Mouse.............. 4-31 External Bar Code Scanner ............4-32 External Audio Options..............4-33 NEC Versa Docking Station 6000 Plus .......... 4-34 NEC Versa MiniDock 6000 ............4-34 NEC Versa PortBar 6000 .............. 4-35 Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Connector Kit........4-35 Setting Switches .................
Page 8 6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa Power Connections ................6-1 Checklists ..................... 6-2 What to Take................... 6-2 Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel ..........6-3 7 Solving Problems Problem Checklist................. 7-1 Start-Up Problems ................7-3 POST Error Messages ..............7-4 Using the Restore CD ................
Page 9 A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work For You..........A-1 Arrange Your Equipment ..............A-2 Adjust Your Chair ................A-2 Adjust Your Input Devices..............A-3 Adjust Your Screen or Monitor ............A-4 Vary Your Workday ................A-5 Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors .......
Page 10: Getting Started
Appendix A. After completing the steps in the quick setup sheet that comes with your computer, your NEC Versa is ready to go! To get started, look at the fol- lowing: Read Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment, for guide- lines that help you use your computer productively and safely.
Page 11: Getting To Know Your Nec Versa System
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEC VERSA SYSTEM The NEC Versa 6060 Series notebook computer offers you a portable sys- tem filled with exciting resources for home, business or travel. Standard ® features include a powerful Intel Pentium 166 MMX microprocessor that works together with the latest Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) ar- chitecture.
Page 12: Around The System - Front
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel (the screen area). LCD features Your NEC Versa system comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is a 12.1-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT), Super Video Graphics Array (SVGA) display.
Page 13: Controls
Suspend mode when you need to be away from your system for a short period of time and want to return to where you left off. Press the S/R button again to bring your NEC Versa system out of Suspend mode and back to where you where before entering Suspend.
Page 14: Status Icons
Power Management — shows the current power management mode in use, including Off, Custom, High Performance, or Longest Life. Diskette Drive — appears when your NEC Versa writes data to or re- trieves data from a diskette drive or VersaBay II SuperDisk LS-120 drive.
Page 15: Keyboard
Hard Disk — shows when your NEC Versa writes data to or retrieves data from the hard disk. Caps Lock — appears when Caps Lock is in effect. Scroll Lock — shows that Scroll Lock is in effect. Num Lock — appears when Number Lock mode is active.
Page 16: Diskette Drive, Cd-Rom Reader And The Nec Versabay Ii
A diskette drive or NEC Versa SuperDisk LS-120 drive comes installed in the NEC VersaBay II on the front of your system, depending on the NEC Versa model purchased. You can use this device, or remove it from the Ver- saBay II and replace it with the 20X CD-ROM reader that also ships with your system.
Page 17: Ir Port And Microphone
Keyboard area IR Port and Microphone You will find an IR port for connecting your NEC Versa system to external devices (like printers, other computers and any device that supports IR tech- nology) and a built in microphone for recording with your NEC Versa. For an understanding of each feature, see the descriptions that follow the figure.
Page 18 Infrared Port — This port lets you transfer files between your NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop or notebook computer. You can also print to an IR-equipped printer without using cables. Your NEC Versa will support either FIR (Windows 95 only), MIR or SIR transfer rates.
Page 19: Around The System - Back
AROUND THE SYSTEM — BACK You’ll find system ports for connecting your NEC Versa system to optional devices (like a printer, docking station, or external monitor) on to the back of your NEC Versa. For an understanding of each feature, see the descriptions that follow the figure.
Page 20: Around The System - Left Side
This port does not support serial pointing devices. AROUND THE SYSTEM — LEFT SIDE The left side of your NEC Versa has two slots for inserting two Type II PC cards (formerly called PCMCIA cards). You can also insert one Type III PC card.
Page 21: Around The System - Right Side
The hard disk drive cover release, Kensington lock socket, audio ports, USB port, fan exhaust port and AC power port are located on the right-side of your NEC Versa system. For an understanding of each feature, see the de- scriptions that follow the figure.
Page 22 AC Power Port — Use the power jack to attach the NEC Versa to a DC power source, such as the AC adapter or the optional DC car adapter.
Page 23: Around The System - Bottom
AROUND THE SYSTEM — BOTTOM The bottom of the NEC Versa system contains the features shown. For an understanding of each feature, see the descriptions that follow the figure. Bottom features Hard Disk Drive Bay — Contains the system’s standard hard disk drive.
Page 24: Power Sources For Your Nec Versa
Read the following sections for specific steps on powering on the system. Using the AC Adapter Use the AC adapter and power cable that came with your NEC Versa to run your computer on AC power, or to recharge the battery pack. Use the AC adapter whenever a wall outlet is nearby.
Page 25 Connect the AC adapter as follows: Connect the AC adapter cable to the power port on the right side of your NEC Versa system. Plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter and the other end into a properly grounded 120- or 240-volt wall outlet.
Page 26: Powering On
It’s easy to in- stall and remove. Your NEC Versa system integrates status icons in the LCD Status Bar that appear in the window panel located above your keyboard. Two battery icons display to help you keep track of the main battery (or second battery if in- stalled) power level.
Page 27: Determining Battery Status
Press the suspend button to put your system in Suspend mode, remove the battery pack, and replace it with a fully charged Li-Ion battery. Leave the battery pack in the system and connect your NEC Versa to the AC adapter and a wall outlet. The battery recharges in approximately 2 hours.
Page 28: When To Replace The Battery
To return the battery to its normal state, try the following: remove and then reinstall the battery reinstall the battery in your NEC Versa and fully recharge the battery (to 100%). The battery percentage icon blinks under the following conditions: when battery power is low, the number icon blinks, if battery power is extremely low, the number icon blinks rapidly.
Page 29: Replacing The Battery Pack
Clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth when they get dirty. Keep the battery out of the reach of children. Replacing the Battery Pack Replace the battery pack installed in your NEC Versa system as follows. NOTE Use Li-Ion batteries in the NEC Versa computer for which they are designed.
Page 30 Place a finger in the notch on the battery and lift the battery out of the system. WARNING Always lift the battery out of the system by the notch. Failure to do so can damage the battery terminals. Removing the battery Getting Started 1-21...
Page 31 Insert the new battery as follows: Locate the grooves on the end of the battery opposite the terminals. Align the grooves with the projections inside the battery bay. Lower the notched end of the battery into the battery compartment. Inserting the battery pack Replace the battery bay cover as follows: Align the tabs on the bay cover with the grooves on the system chassis.
Page 32: Battery Precautions
Replacing the cover Turn the system over. Battery Precautions To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following: WARNING To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on handling, charging, and disposing Li-Ion batteries. Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires, microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers.
Page 33: Recharging Battery Precautions
You can add a second battery to boost the system’s power level. You’ll need to purchase the NEC VersaBay II Battery and Adapter Kit. See the online Versa Tools Catalog in the NEC Versa 6060 Help Center, or your author- ized NEC dealer for details about the NEC VersaBay II Battery and Adapter Kit.
Page 34: Extending Battery Life
You will find an extensive explanation of how best to apply the power man- agement tools that your system offers within Advanced Topics in the NEC Versa 6060 Help Center. Other important topics to view in the online docu- ment include Maximizing Battery Life, Battery Charging and Disposal.
Page 35: Internal Batteries
INTERNAL BATTERIES As you have seen, a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery provides the main power source in your NEC Versa computer. See Appendix B for a list of Li-Ion battery specifications. In addition to this battery, the CMOS battery and bridge battery also provide system power.
Page 36: Storage Requirements
Turn computer power off before cleaning it. Avoid exposing the NEC Versa computer or AC adapter to extreme changes in temperature or humidity. If it is unavoidable, allow your NEC Versa to adjust to room temperature before using. When cleaning the system, use a soft, clean, dry cloth. Avoid wiping the display surface with abrasive material, including rough fabric.
Page 37: Routine Cleaning
CAUTION If the temperature of the NEC Versa suddenly rises or falls (for ex- ample, when you move the system from a warm place to a cold place), vapor condenses inside the system. Turning on the system under this condition can damage the internal system components.
Page 38: Introducing The Software
Introducing the Software This chapter introduces you to the software* that comes with the NEC Versa 6060, including: the Windows 95 operating system, the Windows NT 4.0 operating system or the Windows for Workgroups operating system with MS- Online Help...
Page 39: Windows Introduction
WINDOWS INTRODUCTION Your NEC Versa 6060 was purchased with Windows 95, Windows NT or Windows for Workgroups as your operating system. These Microsoft operating systems provide a means of running applications, navigating through your file structure, and using your notebook computer. Each operating system offers its own look and tools.
Page 40: Windows Nt
Start — displays a pop-up menu with which to start programs and appli- cations, open documents, access system settings, look at online help, and shut down your system. See the online Using Windows 95 in the NEC Versa 6060 InfoCenter group for detailed instructions on using Windows 95. Windows NT Windows NT 4.0 is the high-end member of the Windows operating system...
Page 41: Windows For Workgroups
Install Intel Client — helps your manage your NEC Versa. My Briefcase — allows easy transfer of files and data synchronization between your NEC Versa and another system. In addition, the Start button at the bottom left of the desktop displays a pop- up menu with which to start programs and applications, open documents, access system settings, look at online help, and shut down your system.
Page 42: Dos Introduction
MS-DOS 6.22 QuickStart in the NEC Versa InfoCenter program group. Guide to Online Help The NEC Versa 6060 has plenty of information for you online. The NEC Versa 6060 InfoCenter group contains information about your NEC Versa 6060, warranty coverage, and customer services. For Windows for Work- groups see the printed documentation provided with your system.
Page 43: Additional Online Topics
The price information in the Versa Tools Catalog is only appli- cable for North America. Additional Online Topics In addition to the Help Center, your NEC Versa also contains the following online help. Customer Support Guide The NEC Customer Support Guide discusses the various levels of sup- port NEC offers you, our customer.
Page 44: Guide To Nec Utilities
Versa system hard disk space when you increase system memory. OTHER SOFTWARE Your NEC Versa 6060 comes with other programs that let you take full ad- vantage of your system resources. The rest of this chapter discusses each program, including what it can do for you, how to get started, and how to use the program help.
Page 45: Client Manager
Client Manager Client Manager provides the capability for managing components in your NEC Versa computer. These components include network interface cards, memory, printers, software applications etc. Client Manager provides you with self-help diagnostics, including a PC health meter, local alerting of po- tential problems and hardware and software inventory.
Page 46: How To Use Laplink
Remote Control — gives you access and control over a remote computer. Activity you perform on a local system, such as keystrokes, file access and change, and program execution, actually occurs on the remote system. Chat — provides a way for you to exchange information, instructions, or other messages with a user at a remote computer.
Page 47: Mcafee Virusscan
Select the procedure you want to use by pressing one of the last three buttons in the LapLink toolbar at the top of the screen. (Balloon help displays each button’s function.) Press the file transfer button to transfer files between systems. Press the Remote Control button to exercise control over a remote system.
Page 48: Mediamatics Arcade Mpeg Player
MediaMatics Arcade MPEG Player Provides MPEG Playback software for Windows 95. See Chapter 5, “Using Multimedia,” for instructions on using this application. Xing MPEG Player Provides MPEG Playback software for Windows for Workgroups and Windows NT. See Chapter 5, “Using Multimedia,” for instructions on using this application.
Page 49: Using Setup
Using Setup SETUP UTILITY Your NEC Versa system comes with a hardware program called Setup that allows you to view and set system parameters. Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your system from unauthorized use. Use Setup to...
Page 50: Setup Utility Main Menu
Setup Utility Main Menu After you press , the system displays the Setup Main Menu screen, simi- lar to the following. AMIBIOS HIFLEX SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 1.05 (C)1996 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Standard CMOS Setup Advanced CMOS Setup Power Management Setup Peripheral Setup Change User Password...
Page 51: Looking At Screens
Looking at Screens Setup screens have three areas as shown next. AMIBIOS SETUP - ADVANCED CMOS SETUP (C)1996 American Megatrends, Inc. All Rights Reserved Available Options: BootUp Sequence A:,C: C:,A: Auto Plug and Play Aware O/S A:,C: NumLock (at BOOT) 30/sec Keyboard Auto-repeat Rate 1/2 sec...
Page 52: Using Keys
Using Keys The following table lists Setup keys and their functions. Setup Key Functions WHAT IT DOES Displays the “Quit without saving” prompt in the Main Menu screen or exits out of current Menu. Moves the cursor between the displayed parameters. PgUp/PgDn Modifies the current parameter settings.
Page 53: Setup Parameters
Setup Parameters DEFAULT ALTERNATE PARAMETER SETTING SETTING(S) Standard CMOS Setup System Date mm/dd/yyyy hh:mm:ss System Time 1.44MB, 3 1/2" Not Installed Diskette Drive A: ** 1.2 MB, 5 1/4" 1.44 MB, 3 1/2” Diskette Drive B: * Not Installed 1.2 MB, 5 1/4” 1.44MB, 3 1/2"...
Page 54 Setup Parameters (cont’d.) Advanced CMOS Setup Plug and Play Aware O/S Auto A:, C: C:, A: Bootup Sequence A:, C: Dock Stn. Portable Docking Station Video Dock Stn BootUp NumLock Graphic/Text Panel View Expansion Setup Setup Password Check Always Power Management Setup Power Management Under AC Longest Life...
Page 55 Wake Up Alarm Resume Alarm Time 8:00 AM 12:00 AM to 11:55 PM, 5 min. increments Peripheral Setup Serial Port Auto Disabled COM1, IRQ4 COM2, IRQ3 COM3, IRQ4 COM4, IRQ3 Auto (PnP OS Setup) Auto Disabled Parallel Port LPT1 LPT2 Auto (PnP OS Setup) Uni-Directional...
Page 56: Setup Menus
Time and System Date parameters as well as drive parameters. Date/Time Lets you set your NEC Versa’s calendar month/year and system clock. The calendar clock is year 2000 compliant. These settings remain in memory even after you turn off system power.
Page 57 Power Management Under AC Normally, whenever AC power is connected to your NEC Versa system, power management is disabled. If you enable this parameter, the system automatically activates the power management profile you set.
Page 58 Suspend Option Suspend mode is the default power management mode. When you select Suspend, after a specified amount of inactivity, your NEC Versa shuts down all devices as specified by the user in Setup (or applies default timeouts). All your data is automatically recovered from where you left off when you Resume.
Page 59 Wake Up Alarm/Resume Alarm Time Lets you set a resume time from Suspend mode. Peripherals Setup The Peripherals Setup menu displays the connection location between the system and the Input/Output (I/O) ports. Serial Port Disables or reassigns the serial port. Parallel Port/Parallel Mode Disables or reassigns the parallel port, and/or select a parallel port mode.
Page 60: Using Setup To Set Power Management
Off — Office environment, using AC power. See the online documentation in the Windows NEC Information group under the NEC Versa 6060 Help Center for a lengthier discussion of Power Man- agement. See the following section for information on how using the special Save to File (STF) feature can benefit you.
Page 61: Stf Benefits
There are two ways to set your NEC Versa’s STF feature. One method is via the Setup utility. Select Power Management from the Setup Main Menu. Move the cursor down and highlight Suspend Mode. Press the PgUp key and select STF. Save the settings and exit Setup.
Page 62: Using Your Nec Versa
Using Your NEC Versa The more you use your NEC Versa system, the more proficient you will be- come at everything, from using the function keys to setting up a presenta- tion. This chapter gives concise information on these and other important tasks,...
Page 63: Keyboard
KEYBOARD Your NEC Versa system keyboard is equipped with many features. These include: Function keys Numeric keypad Cursor control keys Control keys Typewriter keys. Feature keys are located as shown in the following figure. Key operations are described after the figure.
Page 64 Windows 95 keys — If you have Windows 95, you can use the following two key combinations to facilitate your work. Fn + x – Quick access to shortcut menus Fn + y – Display the Start menu Using Your NEC Versa 4-3...
Page 65: Nec Versaglide
Double tap your finger on the VersaGlide. NEC VERSAGLIDE The NEC VersaGlide is an easy way to control the cursor with your finger. Lightly glide your finger across the NEC VersaGlide and the cursor follows. You can select items in one of two ways: Double tap your finger on the VersaGlide.
Page 66: Making Versaglide Adjustments
Making VersaGlide Adjustments The NEC VersaGlide offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions with the cursor. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click on the VersaGlide icon. (In Windows for Work- groups, look in the Main program group;...
Page 67: Versaglide Tips
NEC VERSABAY II The NEC VersaBay II is the drive bay located below the VersaGlide. Your NEC Versa system ships with a standard 3.5 inch, 1.44-MB diskette drive or SuperDisk LS-120 drive installed in the bay. However, if you choose, you can remove the drive and install the 20X CD-ROM reader that also ships with your system.
Page 68: Removing A Device From The Versabay Ii
Use the following steps to remove the standard diskette drive (or other de- vice) from the VersaBay II. Make sure the NEC Versa is powered off or in Suspend mode, all op- tions are disconnected, and the LCD panel is closed.
Page 69 Continue to hold the latch near the front of the system to the left, and pull the device the rest of the way out of the system. NOTE If you release the front latch before completely removing the device, the device casing may catch on the inside of the latch. 4-8 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 70: Installing A Device In The Versabay Ii
To use a hard disk drive in the VersaBay II, the drive must be connected to the appropriate adapter. See the NEC Versa Tools Catalog or your authorized NEC dealer for details about the Hard Disk Drive Adapter Kit. Locate the switch labeled S (slave) and M (master) on your CD-ROM pack.
Page 71 CD-ROM. Align the CD-ROM reader in the VersaBay II and push it in until it locks into place. Inserting the CD-ROM reader Power on the system or return from Suspend mode. 4-10 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 72: Customizing Your System With The Versabay Ii
Customizing Your System with the VersaBay II It’s easy to customize your NEC Versa using the VersaBay II. If you find you require additional hard disk space or increased battery longevity, simply remove the standard device and plug in an optional hard disk drive or bat- tery.
Page 73: 20X Cd-Rom Reader
VersaBay II, then the docking station diskette drive defaults to drive A:. 20X CD-ROM READER Your NEC Versa system comes with a 20X CD-ROM reader that features the latest in CD-ROM technology. The CD-ROM reader is assigned the next available drive letter.
Page 74: Cd Loading
Now you can manually open the drawer. Status LED — lights during data read operations. Do not eject the CD or turn off the NEC Versa when this indicator is lit. CD Loading To insert a CD into the CD-ROM reader, follow these steps Press the release button.
Page 75: Card Bus/Pc Card Slots
NEC Versa. These devices include peripheral devices, such as modems, LAN cards, and storage cards. For details on how to obtain these options, see the online NEC Versa Tools Catalog. Also, for more information on PC card technology, see the online Advanced Topics in the NEC Versa 6060 Help Center.
Page 76: Removing A Pc Card From Windows For Workgroups
Removing a PC card from Windows for Workgroups To remove a PC card follow these steps. To remove a PC card, press the button on the side of the slot. A double tone sounds. Pull the card firmly out of the slot. Using Your NEC Versa 4-15...
Page 77: Removing A Pc Card From Windows 95
Press the button on the side of the PC Card in the slot. Pull the card firmly out of the slot. 4-16 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 78: Ir Port
NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop com- puter, or print to an IR-equipped printer without using cables. There are three transfer rates for the IR port on your NEC Versa FIR (Fast Infrared - 4.0 Mbit/sec), MIR (Medium Infrared - 1.152 Mbit/sec) and SIR (Serial Infrared Standard - 2.4 Kbit/sec).
Page 79: Increasing System Storage And Memory
VersaBay II. Replace the hard disk drive as follows. Check that the NEC Versa power is off. Turn the NEC Versa system upside down with the front of the unit (Ver- saBay II) facing you. 4-18 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 80 While maintaining pressure, slide the drive towards the front of the system. CAUTION Do not lift the drive out of the system before releasing it from the system connector. Doing so can damage the connectors. Using Your NEC Versa 4-19...
Page 81 Once the drive is disconnected, lift the drive up and out of the system. Removing the hard disk drive Lower the new drive into the drive bay and align its connector with the hard disk drive connector in the system. Inserting the hard disk drive 4-20 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 82: Installing A Memory Module
Installing a Memory Module Your NEC Versa system comes standard with 16 megabytes (MB) of ran- dom access memory (RAM). You can increase system memory to a maxi- mum of 80 MB by installing one of the following memory modules in the system.
Page 83 Use the following steps to install a memory module. Follow steps 1 through 4 in the preceding section, “Hard Disk,” to re- move the hard disk drive. Locate the two memory module connectors in the drive bay. Locating the connector 4-22 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 84 Replace the hard disk drive in the bay as follows: Lower the hard disk drive into the drive bay and align its connector with the connector in the system. Push the hard disk drive firmly to secure the connection. Using Your NEC Versa 4-23...
Page 85 Replace the cover as follows: Align the tabs on the drive cover with the slots on the system chassis. Slide the cover towards the center of the unit. Gently push the cover until it snaps into place. 4-24 Using Your NEC Versa...
Page 86: Installing Options
Printers (parallel and serial) External keyboard External mouse External bar code scanner External audio options In addition, NEC offers the following optional equipment developed to work with your NEC Versa. NEC Versa Docking Station 6000 Plus Using Your NEC Versa 4-25...
Page 87: External Monitor
15-pin connector for the system. Follow these steps to connect an external monitor to your NEC Versa sys- tem. Check that the NEC Versa is in Suspend mode or powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. NOTE The NEC Versa must be in Suspend mode or powered off while the monitor is being connected.
Page 88 Follow any setup instructions in the monitor’s user’s guide. Turn on power to the monitor. Press the Suspend button to resume Active mode or power on your NEC Versa system. Press the function key combination to toggle between the LCD, Fn + F3 CRT, or simultaneous display on both.
Page 89: Printer
Start menu or via the Windows NT Start menu. Connect a parallel device to your NEC Versa system as follows. Check that both the NEC Versa and parallel device power are off. Open the port cover on the back of the system and locate the parallel port.
Page 90: Serial Devices
When you connect a printer, be sure to install the appropriate printer driver through the Windows for Workgroups Control Panel, the Windows 95 Start menu or via the Windows NT Start menu. Follow these steps to connect a serial device to your NEC Versa system. Using Your NEC Versa 4-29...
Page 91 Check that both the NEC Versa and the device power are off. Open the port cover on the back of the system and locate the serial port. Align and connect the 9-pin connector with the serial port on the system.
Page 92: External Keyboard/Mouse
NEC Y-adapter. For ordering information see the online NEC Versa Tools Catalog. Follow these steps to connect an external keyboard/mouse to your system. Press the Suspend button on the NEC Versa. Check that the system is in Suspend mode. CAUTION...
Page 93: External Bar Code Scanner
External Bar Code Scanner You can use an external bar code scanner using a PS/2-style connector with your NEC Versa system’s Plug and Play feature. You can still use the sys- tem keyboard while a scanner is connected. To connect a bar code scanner, follow the instructions under “External Keyboard/Mouse.”...
Page 94: External Audio Options
Connect audio jacks, like a microphone, headphones, or external speakers to the audio ports as follows. Locate the audio port that you want to use. Plug the jack into the port on the right side of the NEC Versa. Audio ports NOTE If you are using external speakers or an external microphone and experience sound distortion or feedback, lower the volume.
Page 95: Nec Versa Docking Station 6000 Plus
NEC Versa Docking Station 6000 Plus The optional NEC Versa Docking Station™ 6000 Plus lets you turn your portable computer into a desktop or a full-blown multimedia workstation, pro- viding: three internal expansion slots one internal bay for a hard disk drive or two external bays for a 5.25- inch device high-quality speakers.
Page 96: Nec Versa Portbar 6000
Advanced Topics for details about installing and using the MiniDock™ 6000. NEC Versa PortBar 6000 The NEC Versa PortBar™ 6000 duplicates the ports found on the back of your NEC Versa system providing the following, Monitor Port External Diskette Drive Port...
Page 97: Setting Switches
Switch 2, Password Override Switch — The default setting is “OFF.” For example, if you forget your password and cannot access the data on your NEC Versa, change the setting to “ON” to erase this password and requires you to enter a new one.
Page 98: Updating The System Bios
Updating the System BIOS Use the following steps to update your NEC Versa system BIOS with the BIOS Update diskette (BUD). Specifically, the BIOS is the code transmitted onto your system’s microprocessor, or central processing unit (CPU). NOTE You only need to update the BIOS if NEC makes significant improvements or fixes to the current system BIOS.
Page 99 A message similar to the fol- lowing appears: The NEC BIOS Update Utility should not be used to modify the BIOS in a Versa system which is docked. If your Versa is docked, please exit the BIOS Update Utility, power down, and undock your Versa before running the utility.
Page 100 Press Y, then press Enter. Highlight “Save Settings and Exit” and press Enter. Press Enter. The system reboots automatically. You now have the latest NEC Versa BIOS revision level for your NEC Versa 6060 Series computer. Using Your NEC Versa 4-39...
Page 101: Using Multimedia
With its fast Pentium™ processor with MMX technology and enhanced audio and video capabilities, you can perform fantastic multimedia feats with your NEC Versa 6060! This section describes the NEC Versa 6060’s multimedia features and how you can use them to create high-quality, powerful presentations.
Page 102 The following procedure describes how to use the AudioRack or AudioRack 32 software to record sound into a file on the NEC Versa. (You can also use the Microsoft Sound Recorder. Look in Accessories for the Multimedia group and select “Sound Recorder.”) To record from an external device such as a portable tape player, you need a cable with audio jacks on both ends.
Page 103 From the Power panel, press the button that specifies your recording source. For example, press CD to pick CD input and display the CD control panel if it is not shown. In the 3D-Stereo panel, specify the spatial attributes to use for 3D- stereo recording.
Page 104: Line-In
Line-In Analog signals come in through the NEC Versa 6060’s Line-In port. The analog signals are converted into digital bits and bytes (digitized) through a converter known as an ADC (analog-to-digital converter). The resulting digital sound bytes can be stored, edited, processed, and transferred. You can record ambient sound effects, specific sound effects, or music to en- hance a presentation.
Page 105: Mixing
Mixing With the AudioRack or AudioRack 32 software on your NEC Versa 6060, you can mix data from two separate .WAV files to create a new sound file. You can also mix the microphone volume to create soft background sounds to accompany a voice-over or another more prominent sound.
Page 106: Using The Built-In Speakers
Using Headphones The NEC Versa 6060 headphone port delivers sound at half a watt. The ste- reo headphones plug in through the headphone/line-out jack located on the right side of the NEC Versa 6060. Adjust the volume using the audio soft- ware contained on the NEC Versa 6060.
Page 107: Midi Files
VIDEO The NEC Versa 6060 features a dazzling TFT 64,000 color high-resolution display for sharp effective visuals right on the NEC Versa or on an external CRT monitor. The NEC Versa 6060 comes with the Microsoft Video for Windows player (Windows for Workgroups).
Page 108: Multimedia Applications
MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS A growing number of multimedia applications are available for PC users. These multimedia software packages include graphics packages, animation software, and presentation authoring systems as follows: Animation software allows you to create 3-D effects and 3-D titles and add interest to an otherwise static presentation.
Page 109: Traveling With Your Nec Versa
Your NEC Versa system makes a natural traveling companion. Using a battery, you can use the computer anywhere you go. Here is some informa- tion you might find helpful when taking the NEC Versa on the road. Carry an extra charged battery pack (and its VersaBay II adapter) for additional battery power.
Page 110: Checklists
CHECKLISTS The following checklists can help you prepare for your trip with your NEC Versa system. Look them over and use what fits your situation. What to Take The following are what you should take with you when you travel with your NEC Versa.
Page 111 Put your system into Suspend or Standby mode so you can quickly boot up at the airport security check. Fully charge all your batteries. Tape your business card to your NEC Versa, AC adapter, and batteries. Traveling with Your NEC Versa 6-3...
Page 112: Solving Problems
Solving Problems Once in a while you may encounter a problem with your NEC Versa system. The NEC Versa 6060 Help Center has Questions and Answers that might be helpful to you. If the screen is blank, the instructions don't help, or no error message appears, use the information here to determine and fix the problem.
Page 113 A disk drive might be busy. Wait until the disk drive button does not work. stops and try again. The NEC Versa may be connected to a docking station. Some power management functions do not work when the NEC Versa is docked (when docked only the Stand By mode works).
Page 114: Start-Up Problems
Follow the instructions. If you see other error messages, the hardware might need repair. NOTE When the NEC Versa detects an error related to display de- vices, it cannot display on either the LCD or a CRT. The system warns you by beeping.
Page 115: Post Error Messages
POST Error Messages Your NEC Versa system has a built-in checking program that automatically tests its components when you turn the system power on. This diagnostic test is called the Power-On Self-Test (POST). If the system finds a problem during the POST, the system displays an error message. If this happens, fol- low the instructions in the POST error message table.
Page 116 POST Error Messages MESSAGE WHAT TO DO System CMOS Press F2 to enter Setup. Select Auto Configuration Checksum failure – run with Defaults. Under Main, set the date and time. Setup Press (F1) to Save your changes and exit. resume. Fixed disk configuration Enter BIOS Setup.
Page 117: Using The Restore Cd
Use the Restore CD ( Windows 95 and Windows for Workgroups) as fol- lows: Check the Restore CD title and make sure that it is the correct CD for your operating system and NEC Versa computer. Put the Restore CD into the CD-ROM reader tray and close the reader door.
Page 118: Supplemental Cd For Windows Nt
First, the Windows NT operating system from Microsoft, using the sup- plied Windows NT documentation and software. Second, NEC-supplied software (any utilities, drivers, and applications supplied by NEC), using the NEC Supplemental CD that came with your notebook. The supplemental CD includes directories that contain the installation software for drivers and utilities that were factory-installed on your NEC Versa.
Page 119: If You Need Assistance
NEC office or their dealers for the support and service available in your country. GETTING HELP NEC is ready and willing to help you with our products. Here's how to reach NOTE If you purchased and are using this product outside the U.S., please contact the local NEC office or their dealers for the support and service available in your country.
Page 120: Nec Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
NECCSD Bulletin Board: (508) 635-4706 Remote database system containing files that are dedicated to enhancing the functions of NEC products. It also gives general public access to drivers for NEC products to be used with various software applications. Internet Address: tech-support@neccsd.com...
Page 121 NOTE Free technical specifications, troubleshooting tips and other helpful information for out-of-warranty products are available through NEC FaxFlash at (888) 329-0088 and requesting catalog number seven. 7-10 Solving Problems...
Page 122: A Setting Up A Healthy Work Environment
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment WARNING Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in the manner described in this appendix. Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burn- ing, cramping, stiffness, throbbing, weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back,...
Page 123: Arrange Your Equipment
Some people are more susceptible to developing these disorders due to pre- existing conditions or psychosocial factors (see “Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors” later in the appendix). To reduce your risk of developing these disorders, follow the instructions in this appendix. If you experience discomfort while working at your computer or afterwards, even at night, contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Page 124: Adjust Your Input Devices
Use the entire seat and backrest to support your body. Tilt the backrest slightly backwards. The angle formed by your thighs and back should be 90° or more. Your seat depth should allow your lower back to comfortably contact the backrest.
Page 125: Adjust Your Screen Or Monitor
Type with your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard. Use a wrist pad only to rest your wrists between typing. Avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges. Type with your wrists straight. Instead of twisting your wrists sideways to press hard-to-reach keys, move your whole arm. Keep from bending your wrists, hands, or fingers sideways.
Page 126: Vary Your Workday
Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or ref- erence material) directly in front of you to minimize turning your head while you are typing. Get regular eye check-ups. VARY YOUR WORKDAY If you use your computer for prolonged periods, follow these instructions. Vary your tasks throughout the day.
Page 127 Psychosocial factors associated with these disorders include: workplace stress, poor job satisfaction, lack of support by management, and/or lack of control over one’s work. Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burning, cramping, stiffness, throbbing, weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, and/or legs.
Page 128: Specifications
Specifications The following specifications are standard except where noted. System Processor NEC Versa 6060 — P55CLM/166 MMX (Intel Pentium-166 MHz) Architecture 64-bit Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Random Access Memory (RAM) Standard System Memory — 16-MB EDO high-speed interleaved access Optional Expansion 1 slot Expandable in 8-MB, 16-MB, 32-MB or 64 MB increments.
Page 129 1 port, PS/2, 6-pin MiniDin; exclusionary use or both supported with optional Y-adapter Expansion 1 port, for optional NEC Docking Station 6000 Plus, op- tional PortBar 6000, optional MiniDock 6000 or optional Floppy Disk Drive Connector Kit. port, 4 pin Mono MIC IN —...
Page 130 LCD Display 12.1-inch active matrix Thin Film Transistor (TFT) CCFT Super VGA (SVGA) single-backlit color Resolution 0 x 600 pixels Dot Pitch 0.306 mm Colors 16 bits Keyboard Membrane 83 keys with standard QWERTY-key layout, (79 keys for Inter- national) Function keys 12 keys Cursor Control keys...
Page 131 Data transfer rate — 16.6 MB/sec Media data rates — 38.6 bit/sec 3.2-GB Hard Disk Drive Specifications Size — 12.7 mm height Formatted — 3.2-GB Track-to-track seek rate — 3 ms Average seek time — 13 ms (read), 14 ms (write) Revolutions per minute —...
Page 132 Photo CD Compatibility — Multisession Photo CD, Single Session Photo CD, Video CD, CS-I, CD-I Ready, CD-G and CD-Plus) Power AC Adapter Input Voltage 100 to 240 volts (V) AC, 50 or 60 Hz, 1.0 A Output Voltage V DC, 2.45 A (45.5W) Australia, Europe and Asia use an AC power cable specific to each country’s standards.
Page 133 IRQ assignments: (For Windows 95) Controller Priority Name Device Master/Slave Master IRQ00 System Timer Master IRQ01 Keyboard Master IRQ02 Programmable Interrupt Controller Slave IRQ08 Real Time Clock Slave IRQ09 Infrared Port Slave IRQ10 USB Port Slave IRQ11 PC Card Bus Controller Slave IRQ12 PS/2 Mouse...
Page 134 Glossary AC Adapter A device that connects a Versa portable computer and an AC wall outlet to provide AC power for running the system or recharging the battery. A/D Conversion The process of converting an analog signal into a digital signal. animation The art of making things appear to move in two-dimensional (2-D) or three- dimensional (3-D) space and making events happen over time.
Page 135 board Printed circuit board. Board onto which computer components are soldered and thin wires are printed to connect the components. boot To start up a computer. See cold boot and warm boot. An electronic circuit within a computer used for transmitting data or electri- cal power from one device to another.
Page 136 cold boot Process of starting up the computer by turning on the power. If power is al- ready on, the process means to turn off the computer and turn it on again. A cold boot reinitializes all devices. Cathode-Ray Tube. A type of display screen used in desktop monitors. It forms the screen image using tiny dots called pixels.
Page 137 Desktop Management Interface (DMI), software to collect information about a computer environment. For example, using DMI a program can de- termine what software and expansion boards are installed on a computer. DSTN Double-Scan Super-Twisted Nematic. A type of technology used in some Versa LCD screen displays.
Page 138 Fast Page Mode A mode that decrease cycle times by allowing the memory controller to ac- cess other data bits which are in the same row address. This saves time by not having to set up the next row address instruction. Data accessed in the same row is referred to as a "page."...
Page 139 hot swap The ability to add and remove devices to a computer while the computer is in the power on mode and have the operating system automatically recognize the change, without having to reboot the system. input/output (I/O) The process of transferring data between the computer and external devices.
Page 140 megabyte (MB) 1,048,576 bytes. memory Electronic storage area in a computer that retains information and programs. A computer has two types of memory — read-only memory (ROM) and ran- dom access memory (RAM). menu A video display of programs or options. microprocessor A semiconductor central processing unit that is the principal component of a microcomputer.
Page 141 modem MOdulator-DEModulator. A device that links computers over a telephone line. multimedia Computer technology that integrates different forms of media such as sound, text, graphics, and video. multimedia extensions (MMX) Intel’s MultiMedia Extensions technology that speeds audio, video, and 3D graphics processing, ultimately providing more distinct sound and visuals for your presentations.
Page 142 parallel interface Interface that communicates eight bits at a time. parallel printer A printer with a parallel interface. parameter A characteristic of a device or system. password A string of characters that the user must enter before the system allows ac- cess or system privileges.
Page 143 port Provides the means for an interface between the microprocessor and external devices. A cable connector is usually plugged into the port to attach the de- vice to the computer. processor In a computer, a functional unit that interprets and executes instructions. prompt A special symbol indicating the beginning of an input line.
Page 144 save to file (stf) After 30 minutes in Suspend mode, the system memory (RAM) is automati- cally saved to a special file on the hard disk, and the system powers down. scanner An optical device that reads printed material and converts it to a computer screen image.
Page 145 swap Replacing one device with another device. See hot swap and warn swap. Thin Film Transistor. A type of Versa LCD color screen that supports 64K colors and provides exceptional screen display. Universal Serial Bus (USB) A new external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of 12 Mbps (12 million bits per second).
Page 146 waveform A graphic representation of a sound wave as displayed on an oscilloscope, which converts sound waves into electronic signals. write To record or store information to a storage device. Glossary 13...
Page 147 4-28 printer, 4-28 CD-ROM (20X), 4-12 serial device, 4-29 CD-ROM reader loading a CD, 4-13 Cleaning your NEC Versa, 1-28 Kensington lock, 1-13 CMOS battery, 1-27 Keyboard, 1-6, 4-2 Customer Support Guide, 2-6 control keys, 4-2 Customize icon, 2-3, 2-7...
Page 148 4-2 numeric keypad, 4-2 Online documentation, 1-1 port, 1-10 Online help typewriter keys, 4-2 NEC Versa 6060 Help Center, 2-5 Online information group questions and answers, 7-1 LapLink software, 4-18 Operating systems how to use, 2-9 MS-DOS, 2-5...
Page 149 3-8 Using LCD panel controls, 4-1 peripherals, 3-11 Using the battery pack, 1-17 power savings, 3-9 Using the NEC VersaGlide, 4-4 Setting time and date, 3-8 Using the setup utility Setup key functions, 3-4 time/date, 3-8 Setup utility, 2-7, 3-1...
Page 150: Battery Replacement
A lithium CMOS clock battery in your computer maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, NEC recommends that you replace the battery. Have an authorized NEC service representative replace the battery.
Page 151 (For United States Use Only) FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

NEC VERSA 6060 User Manual

Using this Guide

1 Getting Started

2 Introducing the Software

3 Using Setup

4 Using Your NEC Versa

5 Using Multimedia

6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa

7 Solving Problems

A Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

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