NEC VERSA UltraLite, DayLite, Versa DayLite Service And Reference Manual
NEC Versa® UltraLite™/DayLite™ Series Notebook Computers
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SERVICE AND REFERENCE
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Contents
Preface .................................................................................................................................................. vii
Abbreviations.........................................................................................................................................ix
1 System Overview
About the NEC Versa Notebook .........................................................................................................1-2
Front Features......................................................................................................................................1-2
LCD Panel and Base Unit..............................................................................................................1-2
Keyboard........................................................................................................................................1-4
Front Features ................................................................................................................................1-6
Back Features ......................................................................................................................................1-7
Left Side Features................................................................................................................................1-7
Right Side Features..............................................................................................................................1-7
Power Button .................................................................................................................................1-8
Bottom Features...................................................................................................................................1-8
Component Features............................................................................................................................1-9
Primary Battery..............................................................................................................................1-9
Secondary Battery..........................................................................................................................1-9
CMOS Battery ...............................................................................................................................1-9
Hard Drive .....................................................................................................................................1-9
Chipset Features ................................................................................................................................1-10
2 System Configuration and Setup
Power Sources .....................................................................................................................................2-2
AC Adapter....................................................................................................................................2-2
Connecting the AC Adapter...........................................................................................................2-2
Powering on the System.................................................................................................................2-3
Batteries .........................................................................................................................................2-4
Extending Battery Life .......................................................................................................2-4
Determining Battery Status ................................................................................................2-4
Low Battery Status .............................................................................................................2-5
Charging the Battery...........................................................................................................2-5
Secondary Battery Handling ..........................................................................................................2-5
Precautions .........................................................................................................................2-6
Replacing the Secondary Battery........................................................................................2-6
BIOS Setup..........................................................................................................................................2-8
BIOS Setup Main Menu.................................................................................................................2-8
Main Menu.....................................................................................................................................2-9
Advanced Menu...........................................................................................................................2-12
Security Menu..............................................................................................................................2-13
Boot Menu ...................................................................................................................................2-14
Exit Menu ....................................................................................................................................2-14
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................2-15
Obtaining the BIOS Update.........................................................................................................2-15
Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette ...........................................................................................2-15
Setting the DIP Switch.................................................................................................................2-16
Performing the BIOS Update.......................................................................................................2-17
Transmeta LongRun Utility...............................................................................................................2-18
Uninstalling the LongRun Utility.................................................................................................2-19
NEC Customize Utility......................................................................................................................2-19
Application and Driver CD................................................................................................................2-19
Launching the Application and Driver CD ..................................................................................2-19
Contents iii
Product Recovery CD ....................................................................................................................... 2-20
Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD ......................................................................... 2-20
Product Recovery CD Options.................................................................................................... 2-20
Full Disk Drive Restore............................................................................................................... 2-21
Partition Only Restore................................................................................................................. 2-22
3 Disassembly and Reassembly
Required Tools and Equipment........................................................................................................... 3-2
Disassembly........................................................................................................................................ 3-2
Secondary Battery ......................................................................................................................... 3-3
Memory Module............................................................................................................................ 3-4
Hard Drive..................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Keyboard....................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Top Cover Assembly..................................................................................................................... 3-7
Speaker.......................................................................................................................................... 3-9
CMOS Battery............................................................................................................................... 3-9
USB Connector Board................................................................................................................... 3-9
Mini PCI Board........................................................................................................................... 3-10
Power Switch Board.................................................................................................................... 3-10
Main Board ................................................................................................................................. 3-11
Processor Assembly .................................................................................................................... 3-12
Communication Board ................................................................................................................ 3-12
LCD Panel................................................................................................................................... 3-13
Reassembly ....................................................................................................................................... 3-13
4 System Boards
Mini PCI Board................................................................................................................................... 4-2
Power Switch Board ........................................................................................................................... 4-2
USB Connector Board ........................................................................................................................ 4-2
Main Board ......................................................................................................................................... 4-3
Communications Board ...................................................................................................................... 4-3
5 Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Illustrated Parts Breakdown................................................................................................................ 5-2
Parts List ............................................................................................................................................. 5-3
6 Preventive Maintenance
Cleaning the Exterior .......................................................................................................................... 6-2
Cleaning the Interior ........................................................................................................................... 6-2
Protecting the Hard Drive ................................................................................................................... 6-2
Maintaining the Secondary Battery..................................................................................................... 6-3
7 Troubleshooting
Problem Checklist............................................................................................................................... 7-2
Startup Problems................................................................................................................................. 7-3
POST Error Messages................................................................................................................... 7-3
Beep Codes ................................................................................................................................... 7-5
Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................................... 7-6
8 NEC Computers Information Services
Service and Support Functions ........................................................................................................... 8-2
Technical Support............................................................................................................................... 8-2
NEC Computers Web Site............................................................................................................. 8-2
Email to Technical Support Services ............................................................................................ 8-3
NEC Computers Technical Support Services................................................................................ 8-3
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9 Specifications
System Components ............................................................................................................................9-2
Memory Map .......................................................................................................................................9-7
Interrupt Controllers ............................................................................................................................9-8
Glossary
Index
Contents v
Preface
This service and reference manual contains the technical information necessary to set up and
maintain the NEC Versa
The manual also provides hardware and interface information for users who need an overview of
the system design. The manual is written for NEC-trained customer engineers, system analysts,
service center personnel, and dealers.
The manual is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, System Overview, provides an overview of the hardware and interface components.
Chapter 2, System Configuration and Setup, provides information on setup and how to operate
the notebook.
Chapter 3, Disassembly and Reassembly, provides detailed instructions on how to disassemble
the notebook.
Chapter 4, System Board Layout, shows the system boards and the board connectors.
Chapter 5, Illustrated Parts Breakdown, shows the Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB) and
corresponding part numbers.
Chapter 6, Preventive Maintenance, lists general notebook preventive maintenance procedures.
Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, lists troubleshooting procedures as well as helpful servicing hints.
Chapter 8, NEC Computers Information Services, provides information as to how to contact
NEC Computers Inc. for service information and technical support.
Chapter 9, Specifications, lists physical specifications, memory map, and interrupt controllers.
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UltraLite™ notebook and the NEC Versa DayLite™ notebook series.
A Glossary and an Index are included for convenience.
Preface vii
Abbreviations
Aampere
AC alternating current
AGP Advanced Graphics Port
AT advanced technology (IBM PC)
BBS Bulletin Board Service
BCD binary-coded decimal
BCU BIOS Customized Utility
BIOS basic input/output system
bit binary digit
BUU BIOS Upgrade Utility
bpi bits per inch
bps bits per second
C capacitance
C centigrade
Cache high-speed buffer storage
CAM constantly addressable memory
CAS column address strobe
CD-ROM compact disk-ROM
CG character generator
CGA Color Graphics Adapter
CGB Color Graphics Board
CH channel
clk clock
cm centimeter
CMOS complementary metal oxide
semiconductor
COM communication
CONT contrast
CPGA ceramic pin grid array
CPU central processing unit
DAC digital-to-analog converter
DACK DMA acknowledge
DC direct current
DIP dual in-line package
DLAB Divisor Latch Address bit
DMA direct memory access
DMAC DMA controller
DOS disk operating system
DRAM dynamic RAM
DVD digital video disk
ECC error checking and correction
ECP enhanced capabilities port
EDO extended data output
EGA Enhanced Graphics Adapter
EPP enhanced parallel port
EPROM erasable and programmable ROM
EVGA Enhanced Video Graphics Array
F Fahrenheit
FAX facsimile transmission
FCC Federal Communications Commission
FG frame ground
FM frequency modulation
FP fast page
FRU field-replaceable unit
GB gigabyte
GND ground
HEX hexadecimal
Hz hertz
IC integrated circuit
ID identification
IDE intelligent device electronics
IDTR interrupt descriptor table register
in. inch
INTA interrupt acknowledge
IPB illustrated parts breakdown
IR infrared
IRR Interrupt Request register
ISA Industry Standard Architecture
ISR In Service register
I/O input/output
IPC integrated peripheral controller
ips inches per second
IRQ interrupt request
K kilo (1024)
k kilo (1000)
KB kilobyte
kg kilogram
kHz kilohertz
lb pound
LED light-emitting diode
LCD liquid crystal display
LSB least-significant bit
LSI large-scale integration
Mmega
ix
mA milliamps
max maximum
MB megabyte
MDA Monochrome Display Adapter
MFM modified frequency modulation
MHz megahertz
mm millimeter
ms millisecond
MSB most-significant bit
NASC National Authorized Service Center
NC not connected
NMI Non-maskable Interrupt
ns nanosecond
NSRC National Service Response Center
PAL programmable array logic
PCB printed circuit board
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
PDA personal digital assistant
PFP plastic flat package
PIO parallel input/output
pixel picture element
PLCC plastic leaded chip carrier
PLL phase lock loop
p-p peak-to-peak
PPI programmable peripheral interface
PROM programmable ROM
QFP quad flat pack
RAM random-access memory
RAMDAC RAM digital-to-analog converter
RAS row address strobe
RGB red green blue
RGBI red green blue intensity
ROM read-only memory
rpm revolutions per minute
R read
RTC real-time clock
R/W read/write
Sslave
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
SDRAM synchronous dynamic random-access
memory
SG signal ground
SIMM single inline memory module
SPM standard page mode
SRS Sound Retrieval System
SVGA Super Video Graphics Array
SW switch
TFT thin film transistor
TSC Technical Support Center
TTL transistor/transistor logic
tpi tracks per inch
USB universal serial bus
Vvolt
Vac volts, alternating current
Vdc volts, direct current
VESA video electronics standards
association
VFC VESA-compliant feature connector
VGA Video Graphics Array
VRAM video RAM
Wwatt
XGA Extended Graphics Array
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System Overview
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About the NEC Versa Notebook
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Front Features
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Back Features
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Left Side Features
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Right Side Features
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Bottom Features
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Component Features
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Chipset Features
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About the NEC Versa Notebook
The NEC Versa UltraLite and NEC Versa DayLite series of notebooks consist of the following
models:
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NEC Versa UltraLite notebook with a 10.4-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT), backlit
Extended Graphics Array (XGA), liquid crystal display (LCD) panel
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NEC Versa DayLite notebook with a 10.4-inch TFT, reflective Super Video Graphics Array
(SVGA) LCD panel
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NEC Versa DayLite notebook with a 10.4-inch TFT, XGA, transflective
(transmissive/reflective) LCD panel. The transflective panel allows maximum visibility in
high light conditions (reflective mode) or in dim light conditions using the backlight
(transmissive mode) feature.
The three notebooks are similar, differing mainly in the type of LCD panel and in the type of
primary and secondary batteries. Additionally, the NEC Versa DayLite notebook with the
transflective LCD panel has an on/off backlight switch on the side of the panel.
Each notebook features a Transmeta
VersaGlide™ Touchpad, Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) architecture, LCD panel,
internal hard drive, external CD-ROM and diskette drives, and PC Card support.
Crusoe TM5600 600-MHz microprocessor, NEC
Front Features
The following sections describe the front features of the notebook.
LCD Panel and Base Unit
The LCD panel and base unit features are shown in the following figures. Feature descriptions
are provided after the figures.
NEC Versa UltraLite backlit notebook/DayLite reflective notebook
A – Operating Status LEDs D – NEC VersaGlide Touchpad
B – LCD Panel E – Speaker
C – Microphone F – Keyboard
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NEC Versa DayLite transflective notebook
A – LCD Panel E – Speaker
B – LCD Backlight On/Off Switch F – Keyboard
C – Microphone G – Operating Status LEDs
D – NEC VersaGlide Touchpad
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LCD Panel — Provides a high-resolution display for sharp visuals on the notebook.
— Adjust the LCD panel by tilting it up or down.
— Adjust the LCD panel brightness by pressing the
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LCD Panel Backlight On/Off Switch (NEC Versa DayLite transflective notebook only)
Fn-F8
and
Fn-F9
functions keys.
— Provides backlighting to the reflective LCD panel.
— Switch up position is on, down position is off.
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Microphone — Allows recording of monophonic sound directly into the notebook hard
drive.
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NEC VersaGlide Touchpad — Move a fingertip over the VersaGlide Touchpad to control
the position of the mouse pointer. Use the selection buttons below the VersaGlide Touchpad
to select menu items.
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Speaker — Provides mono sound for the notebook when speakers are not plugged into the
speaker jack.
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Keyboard — 86 keys with a country-specific QWERTY-key layout.
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Operating Status LEDs — Informs user of the notebook's current operating status. See the
following figure and list for each icon's meaning.
System Overview 1-3
Operating status LEDs
Keyboard
A
– Hard Drive
B
– Caps Lock
C
– Scroll Lock
D
– Num Lock
— Hard Drive — lights when the notebook writes data to or retrieves data from the
internal hard drive.
— Caps Lock — lights when Caps Lock is on.
— Scroll Lock — lights when Scroll Lock is on.
— Num Lock — lights when Num Lock in on.
The keyboard features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions are provided after
the figure.
Keyboard
A
– Function Keys
B
– Numeric Keys
C – Windows keys
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Function keys — Twelve function keys, F1 through
These keys work together with the
preprogrammed with dual functions and some are printed in blue on the key.
Function keys are application-driven. See the specific application's user guide for
information about how each function key works within the application you are using.
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D
– Cursor Control Keys
E
– Control Keys
F12
, are available on the keyboard.
Fn
key to activate special functions. Several keys are
The following function key combinations are preprogrammed.
Fn-F3
— toggles between three video modes: LCD, CRT, or both (LCD and CRT).
Fn-F6
— sets the beeper volume to low, medium, high, or mute.
Fn-F8
— increases the LCD panel brightness.
Fn-F9
— decreases the LCD panel brightness.
Fn-F10
— increases the system speaker volume.
Fn-F11
— decreases the system speaker volume.
Fn-F12
— toggles the scroll lock feature.
Fn-Ins
—print screen.
Fn-Del
— system request.
Fn-Pause
— break.
Fn-↑↑↑↑ — page up.
Fn-↓↓↓↓ — page down.
Fn-←←←← — end.
Fn-→→→→ — home.
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Numeric keypad — Pressing NumLk on the keyboard activates the numeric keypad
numbers and functions printed in blue on the keys.
The keypad lets you type numbers and mathematical operands (+, -) as you would on a
calculator. The keypad is ideal for entering long lists of numbers.
When you press NumLk again, the keys revert to their normal functions as typewriter keys.
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Cursor Control keys — Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where
you want. On the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical line depending
on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text typed is inserted.
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Windows keys — In Windows use the following two keys to facilitate the work.
Quick access to shortcut menus
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Control keys —
change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold the control key while pressing
another key. For example, “press
c. How the key combination works depends on the application you are running.
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Typewriter keys — The typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter
text and characters. Keys with blue printing on them behave differently when combined
with control keys or the
Displays the Start menu
Ctrl, Alt, Fn
Fn
, and
key.
Shift
are controls used in conjunction with other keys to
Ctrl c
” means to hold down the
Ctrl
key and type the letter
System Overview 1-5
Front Features
The front features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure.
Front features
A
– IR Port
B
– Battery Charging LED
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Power Status LED — This LED lights to indicate the following:
C
– Power Status LED
— Lights green when the system power is on.
— Blinks green when the system is in Standby mode.
— Lights yellow (blinks when in Standby mode) to indicate that battery power is at 8%
capacity or less.
— Lights amber (blinks when in Standby mode) to indicate that battery power is at 3%
capacity or less.
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Battery Charging LED — lights to indicate battery charging activity.
— Lights amber when the primary battery is charging. Blinks amber to indicate an error.
The primary battery is installed in the battery bay.
— Lights green when the secondary battery is charging. Blinks green to indicate an error.
The secondary battery is connected to the back of the system.
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IR Port — Use this infrared (IR) port to transfer files between the NEC Versa notebook and
an IR-equipped desktop or notebook computer or to print to an IR-capable printer.
Note
enable the IR port, see Chapter 6, “Communicating with The NEC Versa” in the user’s guide that
ships with the system.
The NEC Versa ships with the IR port disabled. For detailed instructions on how to
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Back Features
The system's secondary lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery or an optional Extra Life Li-Ion battery can
be installed in the battery bay at the back of the notebook.
Left Side Features
The left side features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure.
A – AC Power Port D – RJ-11 Jack
B – Vent E – USB Port
C – External Monitor (Video) Port F – LAN Cable Jack
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AC Power Port — Attaches the notebook to a power source, such as the AC adapter.
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Vent — Allows the system to cool properly and maintain a safe operating temperature.
Left-side features
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External Monitor (Video) Port — Use this port to attach an external monitor to the
notebook. The LCD display and external monitor can be run simultaneously or run alone.
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RJ-11 Jack — Connects the internal modem to an analog telephone line.
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USB Port — The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows connection of up to 127 USBequipped peripheral devices (printers, monitors, scanners, etc.).
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LAN Cable Jack (optional) — If the system has this feature, the system ships with a local
area network (LAN) adapter cable to connect the jack to a LAN.
Right Side Features
The right side features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure.
A – Headphone Jack/External Speakers D – PC Card Slot
B – External Microphone Jack E – USB Port
C – Power Button F – Kensington
Right-side features
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Lock Slot
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Headphone Jack/External Speakers — Connect an external headphone set or speakers to
this jack. Plugging in headphones disables the built-in system speakers.
System Overview 1-7
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Power Button
The Power button is a “smart” switch and recognizes when the notebook is in Standby mode. If
in Standby mode, the Power button must be slid to the right to resume operation. (The BIOS
parameter “System Switch” must be set to “Sleep.”)
Put the unit in Standby mode when it’s necessary to be away from the system for a short period
of time and want to return to where you left off. Standby mode shuts down all devices in the
system while retaining data and system status. Go to Start, Shut Down, Standby to put the
system into Standby mode.
Use the Power button in the following ways:
External Microphone (MIC) Jack — Connect an external microphone to this jack. Plugging
in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone.
Power Button — Slide the Power button forward to power on, power off, and to resume
from Standby mode. For more information, see “Power Button” in the following section.
PC Card Slot — Accommodates one type II PC Card. These cards are often storage or
communication devices such as Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), Read Only
Memory (ROM), Flash Memory, LAN, and Small Computer System Interface (SCSI).
USB Port — The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows connection of up to 127 USBequipped peripheral devices (printers, monitors, scanners, etc.).
Kensington Lock Slot — Provides a connection for an optional Kensington Lock.
— Slide the Power button forward to power on.
— Slide the Power button forward to resume from Standby mode and proceed with normal
operation.
— Hold the Power button in place for four or more seconds to power off the system
(power override). Only use this option if you cannot power off the system using Start,
Shut Down.
Bottom Features
The bottom features are shown in the following figure. Feature descriptions follow the figure.
Bottom features
A – Memory Module Bay D – Secondary Li-Ion Battery
B – Notebook Feet (2 of 5) E – Battery Release Latch
C – Hard Drive Bay F – Vents
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Memory Module Bay — Holds an optional memory module.
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Notebook Feet — Opens space under the notebook for proper ventilation.
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Hard Drive Bay — Holds the notebook’s hard drive.
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Secondary Li-Ion Battery — Removable secondary power supply.
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Battery Bay Release Latch — Releases and removes the notebook’s secondary battery.
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Vents — Allow the notebook to cool properly and maintain a safe operating temperature.
Component Features
The following sections contain brief descriptions of the notebook’s internal hardware.
Primary Battery
Each notebook is equipped with a rechargeable, non-replaceable, primary Lithium Polymer
(Li-Poly) battery. The NEC UltraLite notebook uses a 12-cell battery. The NEC DayLite SVGA
reflective notebook uses a 12-cell battery. The NEC DayLite XGA transflective notebook uses a
9-cell battery. The primary battery is built into the back of the LCD panel.
Secondary Battery
Always keep the vents unobstructed for proper system cooling.
A removable secondary Li-Ion 3-cell battery is installed in the battery bay to help prevent data
loss. An optional Extra Life Li-Ion battery can be installed in the battery bay in place of the
standard secondary battery.
CMOS Battery
The lithium CMOS battery on the main board provides battery backup and prevents data loss in
the system's complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) RAM. This memory area
contains information on the system's configuration, for example date, time, drives, and memory.
The CMOS battery charges when the notebook is connected to AC power. The CMOS battery
may discharge completely if the notebook remains unused for approximately two months.
Hard Drive
A standard 2.5-inch, 9.5 mm hard drive ships with the system.
System Overview 1-9
Chipset Features
The following table provides information on the chipset.
Chip Manufacturer Description
TransMeta TM5600 Crusoe TransMeta 600 MHz CPU
82440MX Intel System Controller
FDC37N869 Standard Microsystems Super I/O
SM721 Silicon Motion Video
EV1938 Creative Technology Audio
29F004TC-90 ROM BIOS
M38813M4 Mitsubishi Keyboard Controller
TI PCI 1420 Texas Instruments PCI CardBus Controller
System Chipset
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System Configuration and Setup
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Power Sources
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BIOS Setup
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Updating the BIOS
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Transmeta LongRun Utility
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NEC Customize Utility
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Application and Driver CD
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Product Recovery CD
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Power Sources
The notebook can be powered using one of the following sources:
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AC adapter connected to an electrical wall outlet [alternating power (AC) power]
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primary battery and secondary battery
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optional Auto adapter (for use, see the accessory sheet that ships with the option).
The following sections include specific information about using the power sources.
AC Adapter
Use the AC adapter and power cable that came with the notebook to run it on AC power, or to
recharge the primary and secondary batteries. Use the AC adapter whenever a wall outlet is
nearby.
Keep the adapter connected whenever possible. The AC adapter charges the battery when it is
connected, whether the notebook is powered on or off.
AC adapter
A – AC Adapter C – Power Cable
B – Adapter Cable
replaceable or serviceable parts inside. Dangerous voltage in the AC adapter can cause serious
personal injury or death. The AC adapter is intended for use with a notebook computer and must
meet EN609050 standards.
Connecting the AC Adapter
Note
being used. Contact the local dealer to purchase the correct power cable.
Connect the AC adapter as follows:
1.
2.
The AC power cable type that the system uses depends on the country where it is
Connect the AC adapter cable to the power port on the left side of the notebook.
Plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter and the other end into a properly
grounded 120- or 240-volt, 50- or 60-Hz wall outlet.
Do not disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no
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Connecting the AC adapter
A – Adapter Cable C – AC Adapter
B – AC Power Port D – Power Cable
clear of objects lets the adapter cool properly during use.
Only use the AC adapter that comes with the NEC Versa notebook. Although other adapters look
similar, using them can damage the system.
Powering on the System
Power on the system as follows:
1.
Locate the latch on the front of the notebook, slide it to the right, and raise the LCD panel.
2.
Locate the Power button and slide it forward to turn on power. For additional information
about power buttons and LEDs, see Section 1, “System Overview.”
Note
system, you might encounter a warning message suggesting that a problem exists with the
hibernation file. The warning message is inaccurate. To disable this message, simply enable
hibernate support.
When powering on the notebook running the Microsoft Windows 2000 operating
Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter. Keeping the adapter
System Configuration and Setup 2-3
Batteries
The notebook comes with a rechargeable Lithium Polymer primary battery, a rechargeable
Li-Ion secondary battery, and a rechargeable CMOS battery. In addition, an optional Li-Ion
battery can be purchased as a backup battery.
The primary battery is installed behind the LCD panel and is not replaceable. The secondary
battery is installed in the battery bay and is replaceable. The CMOS battery is installed on the
main board and is replaceable (see Section 3, “Disassembly and Reassembly,” for CMOS
battery replacement).
The following sections include information for extending battery life, determining battery status,
and handling the secondary battery.
Extending Battery Life
The following tips can help ensure the longest possible battery run time for the primary and
secondary batteries.
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Change the display color depth setting from 16-million colors to 64K colors. This change is
not detectable in non-graphics applications, and uses less power. The system default setting
is 16M colors.
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Install the LongRun™ utility, which is described in more detail later in this document. You
can use the LongRun utility to force the processor to run at a slower speed, extending
battery run time.
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Note that add-in PC Cards increase battery usage, reducing battery run time.
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Keep the notebook fully charged when working near available AC power.
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Use the
Fn-F8
and
extend battery life.
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Disable the IR device port if not using it.
Determining Battery Status
Notebook tools help keep track of the primary and secondary battery power levels. If the
notebook is configured to display the power icon on the taskbar (default setting), an electrical
plug appears when it is connected to an AC power source or a battery icon appears when it is not
connected to an AC power source.
Use the power meter to determine battery status. Access the power meter in the following ways:
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Move the cursor over the Power icon on the taskbar to display the remaining battery power
for the primary battery.
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Right click the Power icon on the taskbar to open the power meter or to adjust power
properties.
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Double click the Power icon on the taskbar to display the remaining power for both the
primary battery and the secondary battery.
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On the Windows desktop, point to
Management
. Select the Power Meter tab.
Fn-F9
function keys to control brightness. Lowering brightness can
Start, Settings, Control Panel
, and double click
Power
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Low Battery Status
When battery power is
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low (8% or less), the power LED lights yellow when in use, and flashes yellow in standby.
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very low (3% or less) the power LED lights amber when in use, and flashes yellow in
standby.
When the notebook is in a low battery status, do one of the following:
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Power off the notebook, remove the secondary battery, and replace it with a fully charged
battery.
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Leave the secondary battery in the notebook and charge the battery. (See “Charging the
Battery” in the following section. Also see the appropriate user’s guide for specifics on
charging times.)
Charging the Battery
Adhere to the following precautions when recharging the battery (also see “Secondary Battery
Precautions” later in this section).
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Charge the battery for the specified charge time only.
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During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 32° F and 104° F
(0° C to 40° C).
Charge the primary and secondary batteries by connecting the notebook to an AC power source.
It takes approximately 8 hours to fully charge the battery while the notebook is on, and 4.5 hours
while off. To monitor the charging activity, observe the battery charging LED on the front of the
notebook. The battery charging LED lights as follows:
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Lights amber when the primary battery is charging.
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Blinks amber if the primary battery encounters an error while charging.
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Lights green when the secondary battery is charging.
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Blinks green if the secondary battery encounters an error while charging.
Secondary Battery Handling
Keep the following in mind when removing or replacing the secondary battery (the primary
battery is not replaceable).
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Use only the NEC Versa notebook battery designed for the notebook. Using other
manufacturers’ batteries or using very old batteries can deteriorate battery and equipment
performance.
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Turn off power to the notebook after use. Keeping power on can degrade battery
performance and shorten battery life.
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Clean the battery connectors with a dry cloth when they get dirty.
!
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
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Precautions
To prevent accidental secondary battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following
precautions.
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on handling,
charging, and disposing of Li-Ion batteries.
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If the battery leaks:
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There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires,
microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers. Temperatures over 140º F (60º C) may
cause damage.
Do not drop or strike the battery.
Do not disassemble the battery.
Do not solder the battery.
Do not puncture the battery.
Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its casing, is
discolored, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
Keep the battery dry and away from water.
Keep metal objects away from battery connectors. Metal objects in contact with the
connectors can cause a short circuit and damage.
If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean water.
Battery fluid can cause a skin rash and damage fabric.
If battery fluid gets into eyes, DO NOT rub; rinse with clear water immediately and
consult a doctor.
Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is danger of
ignition or explosion.
Replacing the Secondary Battery
Replace the secondary battery (or optional Extra Life battery) when it displays the following
end-of-life symptoms:
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shorter work times
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discoloration, warping
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hot to the touch
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strange odor.
Replace the secondary battery as follows.
1.
Save the files, exit the Windows operating system, and turn off notebook power.
2.
Close the LCD panel and turn over the notebook.
3.
Slide the battery release latch toward the right side of the notebook and hold firmly.
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Locating the battery bay release latch
A – Battery Release Latch
4.
While holding the battery release latch to the right, slide the battery out of the notebook.
Removing the secondary battery
A – Battery Bay Connectors C – Secondary Li-Ion Battery
B – Battery Bay Release Latch
5.
Install the new secondary (or optional Extra Life) battery as follows:
! Locate the alignment grooves on the edge of the battery and inside the battery bay (see
the following figure).
! Align the grooves on the battery with the grooves in the bay.
! Slide the battery into the bay until it is securely locked in place.
6.
Turn over the notebook.
Installing the secondary battery
A – Battery Bay Connectors C – Alignment Grooves
B – Battery Bay Release Latch D – Secondary Li-Ion Battery
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BIOS Setup
The notebook comes with a BIOS Setup Utility that allows parameter viewing and setting. BIOS
Setup also allows setting password features that protect the system from unauthorized use.
Use BIOS Setup to:
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set the current time and date
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customize the operating system to reflect the computer hardware
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secure the system with a password
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balance the performance needs with power conservation.
Access the BIOS utility at power-on by pressing
Press <F2> to Enter Setup.
When you press F2 to enter BIOS Setup, the system interrupts the Power-On Self-Test (POST)
and displays the current CMOS RAM settings.
If the system detects an error during POST, it prompts you with a double beep and a message:
“Press <F1> to resume.” If you press
want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears above the prompt (taking
notes if you want), and press
discharged.
F2
when the following prompt appears.
F1
, the system enters BIOS Setup automatically. If you
F2
. You will see this message if the CMOS battery becomes fully
BIOS Setup Main Menu
After pressing F2, the system displays the BIOS Setup Main Menu window. The bar at the top
of the Main Menu window lists the following top-level menus.
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Main Use the Main menu for basic system configuration. For example, select Main to set
the system time and date, set diskette and hard disk parameters, or check memory
parameters.
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Advanced Use the Advanced menu to set IR serial port, I/O device configuration, LCD
panel view, and more.
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Security Use this menu to set User and Supervisor passwords, password on boot, fixed
disk boot sector.
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Boot — Use this menu to set boot sequence.
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Exit Exits the Setup utility with various save or discard options.
Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup menu to make the selections or
exit the current menu. The following table describes the legend keys.
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Setup Key Functions
Key Function
F1 Provides help for the parameter field being displayed.
Esc Exits the menu.
Up or down arrow keys Moves cursor up and down for item selection.
Left or right arrow keys Selects next menu.
F5/F6 Changes values.
Enter Executes a command or selects submenu.
F9 Loads the default configuration values for the current menu.
F10 Saves the current values and exits Setup.
To select one of the five menus from the menu bar, use the left and right arrow keys. Use the up
or down arrow keys to select an item under the menu.
Menu items preceded by a > contain a submenu of selectable fields for setting system
parameters. Display a submenu by using the up or down arrow keys to move the cursor to the
desired submenu, then press
An Item Specific Help window on the right side of each menu displays the help text for the
currently selected Setup option. It updates as the cursor moves to each new field.
Enter
.
Pressing
their functions.
Press
The following subsections describe the five top-level menus and their submenus.
Note
may differ, depending on the notebook model and the hardware installed in the notebook.
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
Items with grayed-out text are not available. Explanations of each Main menu item are in the
following table.
F1
on any menu brings up the General Help window that describes the legend keys and
Esc
to exit the current window.
The following menu information is typical. The actual settings on the menu screens
Enter
to select a submenu.
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Setting items on this menu to incorrect values can cause notebook
malfunctions.
Main Menu Items
Menu Item Settings (default is bold)
System Time
System Date
Language
Diskette A
Internal HDD
Set system time in this field. Press Tab or Enter to move
between hour, minute, and second fields.
Example: 09:30:00
Set system date in this field. Press Tab or Enter to move
between month, date, and year fields.
Example: 07/09/2001
English, Japanese
Selects the display language for the BIOS. Bring up the
Language submenus by pressing
Disabled,
Selects the diskette drive type. Bring up the Diskette A
submenu by pressing Enter.
Displays the HDD capacity.
Example: xxxxx MB
Bring up the Internal HDD submenu by pressing Enter.
The submenus include Type and LBA Format.
See the table, “Internal HDD Menu Items” for descriptions
of each submenu and its fields.
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Enter
.
LCD
Boot Display Device
System Memory Displays amount of conventional memory detected during
Extended Memory Displays amount of extended memory detected during
CPU Type Displays the processor type.
Both,
Allows you to choose either display devices, or both.
boot.
This field is read-only and cannot be changed from BIOS
Setup.
Example: 640 KB
boot.
This field is read-only and cannot be changed from BIOS
Setup.
Example: xxxxx KB
This field is read-only and cannot be changed from BIOS
Setup.
, CRT
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Main Menu Items
Menu Item Settings (default is bold)
CPU Speed Displays the processor speed.
This field is read-only and cannot be changed from BIOS
Setup.
Example: 600 MHz
BIOS Revision Displays the BIOS revision number.
This field is read-only and cannot be changed from the
BIOS Setup.
Example: 1.0F-3707-6211/149A-0100
QuickBoot Mode
Enabled, Disabled
Internal HDD Submenu Items
Menu Item Settings (default is bold)
Type
Cylinders When Type is Auto, value in the Cylinders field is auto-
Heads When Type is Auto, value in Heads field is auto-detected
Auto, None, User
When set to Auto, the values for Cylinders, Heads,
Sectors, and Maximum Capacity as read only.
When set to Auto, the BIOS detects what the drive is
capable of, not the translation mechanism that was used to
format the drive. If a drive is run in a mode other than the
mode in which it was partitioned and formatted,
unpredictable results may occur, including data loss.
When set to None, informs the system to ignore this drive.
When set to User, allows the manual entry of all fields
described next.
detected and field is read only.
and field is read only.
Sectors When Type is Auto, value in Sectors field is auto-detected
Maximum Capacity This field is read-only and cannot be changed from BIOS
Multi-Sector Transfers
and field is read only.
Setup.
Example: xxxxx MB
Disabled, 2, 4, 8, 16 sectors
Determines the number of sectors per block for multi-sector
transfers.
When Type is Auto, value in Multi-Sector Transfers field is
auto-detected and field is read only.
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