Nec N1200 User Guide

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NEC VERSA N1200

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Table of Contents

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Notebook Care

Introducing Your NEC VERSA

Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows® XP

Windows® XP Operating System Introduction

Notebook Components

Applications

Operating Environment

Preventive Maintenance

Taking Care of Your Notebook

Shipping Your Notebook

Preparing for Travel

Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment

Recovery Information (Windows® XP)

Contact NEC Customer Support

Safety Notices

Glossary

License Agreement

Trademarks

Official Name of the Software Used

About Your Electronic User Guide

The illustrations, colours and pictures shown are for descriptive purposes. They may vary slightly from country to country and the unit you purchase. Please refer to the finished product for final configurations. Specifications and model names are subject to change without notice.

Note

You may find that your notebook is not supplied with devices/accessories that can be used with your available slots/connections/ports. This is because the notebook you have purchased has been fitted with a wide range of slots/connections/ports, to allow you greater flexibility and options should you decide later on to use external or optional devices/accessories.

Text Setup

To make this document as easy as possible to use, additional texts will appear throughout it. The following explains the meaning of these additional texts.

Note

The note icon gives additional important information about the described item.

CAUTION

The caution icon indicates situations that can damage the notebook hardware or software.

WARNING

The warning icon alerts you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or even loss of life.

*For specific models only

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are supplied for specific models only. If the items are not found in the packaging box or preloaded in the notebook, it is because they are not applicable to the notebook you have just purchased. Thus, they are not provided together with the notebook.

Electronic User Guide

This Electronic User Guide aims to help you familiarise yourself with your new notebook. It contains information on your notebook, the devices and applications associated with it; ways to set up a healthy work environment; safety notices and Windows®.

Visit our website at www.nec-computers-ap.com regularly to download the most up-to-date Electronic User Guide and print it out for your reference.

Note

We recommend that you print this documentation. It will then be easily accessible even when your notebook is shut down. To print the Electronic User Guide, click “File” on the top menubar, and then click “Print” from the dropdown menu. You must have a printer installed and connected to be able to print.

Print in small booklets using recycled paper. Make two-sided prints and copies using the “duplex” function, print multiple images/page per page, and print only the quantity you need at the time you need it. This gives you a handy way to store the booklet nearby and saves paper.

Basic Care and Handling Tips

Protect the notebook from extremely low or high temperatures. Let the notebook warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it.

Keep the notebook away from magnetised areas (some airline tray tables are magnetic; do not set your notebook on top of them). Doing so may damage the data on your hard drive.

Keep the notebook dry. Do not wipe the notebook with a wet cloth or pour fluid onto it.

Protect the notebook from strong physical contact, such as being bumped or dropped.

Check the notebook for condensation. If condensation is present, allow it to evaporate before switching on the notebook.

Keep the notebook away from dust, sand and dirt.

Note For information on the specifications of your notebook, please refer to the System Configuration Label on the packaging box that comes with your system.

CAUTION

Before you connect or disconnect the power cords at the AC port of your notebook, please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the AC power outlet.

WARNING

Do not place this notebook on your lap and/or allow it to be in contact with any part of your body while operating.

Notebook Care

Follow these guidelines to maintain the condition and performance of your notebook.

CAUTION

Immediately turn off and unplug the notebook under the following conditions :

• The power cord has been damaged or frayed.

• Liquid has spilled on or into the notebook.

• The notebook has been dropped or its casing has been damaged.

Precautions for Notebook Use

Take these precautions when using your notebook and AC adaptor:

• Be aware that your notebook may radiate heat when used for an extended period of time.

• Avoid dropping or bumping the notebook, or the AC adaptor.

• Do not stack heavy objects on the notebook, the AC adaptor, or the battery packs.

• Do not place items near the notebook that could block its air vents and cause overheating.

• Avoid moving the notebook during operation, especially while the hard disk or optical disc

drive is being accessed.

• When using the AC adaptor, make sure the power source falls within the compatibility

range of the notebook. Never use the AC adaptor if the voltage falls outside this range. Watch out for this when travelling to other countries.

• Shut down the notebook before attaching or removing non-plug-and-play devices.

• Disconnect the notebook from its AC power outlet if it is not going to be used for a long

time. This will avoid damage from transient over-voltage.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the notebook.

• Do not push any foreign objects into the notebook bays, connectors or slots.

• Keep the notebook away from magnetised areas (some airline tray tables are magnetic; do

not set your notebook on top of them). Doing so may damage the data on your hard drive.

• Avoid using the notebook or AC adaptor for extended periods under direct sunlight.

• Do not use the notebook in humid or dusty environments.

• Keep liquids and food away from the notebook.

• Turn notebook power off before cleaning it.

• Avoid exposing the notebook or AC adaptor to extreme changes in temperature or

humidity. If it is unavoidable, allow your notebook to adjust to room temperature before use.

• When cleaning the notebook, use a soft, clean, dry cloth. Avoid wiping the display surface

with abrasive material, including rough fabric. Do not use a cleaning solution; this may damage the plastic surface on the notebook.

• If the AC adaptor becomes extremely hot, unplug the adaptor and let it cool.

Be sure to follow these power cord safety tips:

• Unplug by gripping the plug only; do not pull on the cable.

• Place the power cord in such a way that it cannot be tripped or stepped on, and do not

place items directly on the power cord.

• Use an AC power outlet that is as close as possible to the notebook.

Storage Requirements

Store the notebook and AC adaptor in an environment that meets the following conditions:

Should the temperature of the notebook suddenly rise or fall (for example, when you move the notebook from a cold place to a warm one), vapour may condense inside the notebook. Turning on the notebook under such conditions can damage the internal notebook components.

Before turning on the notebook, wait until the internal temperature of the notebook stabilises with the new environment; and when the moisture on it has evaporated.

• Operate and store your notebook within the recommended temperatures and humidity

levels.

For more information, please refer to: Safety Notices → Product Storage Environment Guidelines in this Electronic User Guide.

• Keep the storage area away from vibratory and magnetic fields.

• Keep the notebook and its components away from organic solvents or corrosive gases.

• Avoid leaving the notebook and its components under direct sunlight or near heat sources.

Routine Cleaning

CAUTION

Never use harsh solutions, household cleaners, or spray cleaners that contain caustic materials on the notebook. These cleaners are usually high in alkalinity, making them very corrosive. Using these cleaners can cause the plastic surface on the notebook to crack or discolour.

Clean or dust your notebook as follows:

• LCD screen - carefully wipe the LCD screen with a soft cloth or special screen wipes

designed for cleaning LCD screens. Special screen wipes are available from your local notebook dealer.

• Notebook case - we recommend that you carefully wipe the case with a slightly damp, soft

cloth.

Introducing Your NEC VERSA

Getting to Know Your Notebook

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 notebook in the manner described in the section on “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment”.

• Read the section on “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment” for guidelines to help you to

use your notebook in a productive and safe manner. Information found in the section includes setting up and using your notebook while reducing the risk of developing nerve, muscle, or tendon disorders.

For more information, please refer to: Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment in this Electronic User Guide.

• Read through this Electronic User Guide to familiarise yourself with the notebook.

NEC VERSA

The notebook offers you a portable system filled with exciting resources for home, business or travel.

To settle in comfortably with your notebook, read the following sections and take a tour round your notebook!

The Front View of the Notebook

Item

Description

Built-in Web Camera with LED Indicator

For recording video or taking pictures. The LED Indicator will light up when the web camera is turned on. The CyberLink YouCam webcam

application can be launched by double-clicking its icon from the Windows® desktop.

(Digital Microphone)

Allows you to record sound with your notebook.

LCD Panel

A colour LCD display with a screen resolution of 1024x576.

For more information, please refer to: Applications → Hiding the

Taskbar in this Electronic User Guide.

Keyboard

Standard QWERTY key layout (models purchased may be shipped with country-specific keyboard layouts).

Touchpad

Works like a standard computer mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the touchpad to control the position of the cursor.

LED Panel

A panel of several LEDs which indicate various system conditions.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC

VERSA → LED Behaviour in this Electronic User Guide.

Power Button

Pressing this button switches the notebook on.

Item

Description

Speakers

Provides sound for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.

The Back View of the Notebook

Item

Description

Battery Bay

Equipped with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery.

The Left Side View of the Notebook

Item

Description

Security Cable Slot

This slot is for fitting a security cable device for extra protection for your notebook.

VGA Port

Use this 15-pin port to attach an external VGA or analogue monitor to your notebook.

Ventilator

This provides ventilation, to ensure the temperature of your notebook is optimal.

USB Gadget Charger Port

Allows you to charge devices that can be charged from a USB port such as portable media players and mobile phones.

Microphone In Jack

Allows you to connect to an external microphone. This will transmit sound to your notebook.

Headphones Out Jack

Lets you plug in headphones or external speakers. It will convert audio output from the notebook into sound or music, usually for multimedia enjoyment.

The Right Side View of the Notebook

Item

Description

Memory Card Reader

This port allows you to read data from different types of memory cards that are compatible to it such as SD/SDHC and SDIO.

USB Ports

Each USB port allows you to connect USB-equipped peripheral devices such as printers, monitors and scanners to your notebook.

LAN Port

Connects to a network cable; allows your notebook to communicate with other devices over a network, such as via the Internet.

AC Power Port

Lets you attach the notebook to the AC Power source. Use the AC adaptor that comes with your notebook and keep the notebook connected to AC Power whenever possible.

The Bottom View of the Notebook

Item

Description

Battery Security Lock

Secures the battery inside the battery bay.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC

VERSA → Replacing the Battery in this Electronic User Guide.

Battery Bay

Equipped with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery.

Battery Release Latch

Releases the battery from the battery bay.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the Battery in this Electronic User Guide.

Keyboard

The keyboard is equipped with many features. However the outlook of the keyboard may be slightly different from your actual unit. These include:

• Function Keys (A) - function keys are available on the notebook keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Function keys are applicationdriven.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Function Keys in this Electronic User Guide.

• Numeric Keypad (B) - pressing Fn+Num Lock on the keyboard activates the numeric keypad numbers and functions printed in blue at the bottom right corner of the keys. The keypad lets you type numbers and mathematical operators (+, -) as you would on a calculator. The keypad is ideal for entering long lists of numbers. When you press Fn+Num Lock again, the keys revert to their normal functions as typewriter keys.

• Control Keys (C) - Ctrl, Alt, Fn and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold down the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press Ctrl+c" means to hold down the Ctrl key and press the c key. Key combinations are specific to the application you are running.

• Windows® Keys (D) - use the following two keys to facilitate your work.

Shortcut/Application key - provides quick access to shortcut menus. (This key acts like the right-click button on a mouse.)

Floating Windows® key - displays the Start menu. (The outlook of the Floating Windows® key depends on the notebook you purchase.)

• Cursor Control Keys (E) - cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen. On the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next typed character/text will be inserted.

LED Behaviour

Item

Description

Blue

Indicates that the notebook is active.

Blinks Blue

Indicates that the notebook is in suspend mode.

Amber

Indicates that the notebook is running on battery charged at an estimated 8% capacity or less.

Power LED Indicator

Blinks Amber

Indicates that the notebook is running on battery charged at an estimated 3% capacity or less.

Note

Connect the AC adaptor cable into the power port on the notebook when the battery is in warning or low status.

CAUTION

Before you connect or disconnect the power cable from the AC port on your notebook, please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet.

Off

Indicates that the battery is fully charged.

Amber

Indicates that the battery is charging.

Battery Charge LED Indicator

Blinks Amber

Indicates that there is a battery error.

Note

The battery may b e overheating and therefore cannot start charging. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet and allow both the notebook and battery to cool to room temperature.

Radio Wave LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that the Radio Wave is On.

Off

Indicates that the Wireless LAN is Off.

Wireless LAN LED Indicator

Blinks Green

Indicates that sending and receiving data is in progress.

Memory Card Reader LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that the notebook is accessing the memory card reader.

HDD Access

LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that the notebook is accessing the hard disk drive.

Caps Lock

LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that Caps Lock is activated.

Scroll Lock LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that Scroll Lock is activated.

Num Lock

LED Indicator

Green

Indicates that Num Lock is activated.

Function Keys

Function keys are available on the notebook keyboard. These keys work together with Fn key to activate special functions. Function keys are application-driven.

The following function key combinations are pre-programmed for the notebook.

Keys

Function

Description

Fn + 1

Mail

Launches a mail application.

Fn + 2

Internet

Launches an Internet browser.

Fn + F1

Sound Mute / Release Mute

Toggles Sound Mute / Release Mute. Sound Mute disables sound while Release Mute enables sound.

Fn + F2

Radio Wave On/Off

Toggles On/Off the Radio Wave function.

Fn + F3

Display Device

Switches between display devices, such as an external monitor or projector.

Fn + F6

System Beep On/Off

Toggles On/Off the system speaker. When toggled On, the notebook will beep once.

Fn + F8

Brightness Down

Lowers the brightness of your screen display. Each press lowers the brightness by one level.

Fn + F9

Brightness Up

Increases the brightness of your screen display. Each press increases the brightness by one level.

Fn + F10

Speaker Volume Down

Lowers the volume of your sound/audio system. Each press lowers the volume by one level.

Fn + F11

Speaker Volume Up

Increases the volume of your sound/audio system. Each press increases the volume by one level.

Fn + Scr

Scroll Lock

Toggles On/Off the Scroll Lock. When On, pressing the Cursor Control Keys scrolls the screen view.

Fn + Num

Num Lock

Toggles On/Off the Num Lock. When On, the numeric keypad numbers and function printed on the keyboard can be used.

Optional Accessories

For more information on accessories, please refer to or contact the local sales representative near you.

Using the Touchpad

The touchpad is an easy way to control the cursor with your finger. Lightly glide your finger across the touchpad and the cursor will replicate your movement on the screen.

To use the touchpad, you can:

• Tap once on the touchpad, or click once on the left button; which is equivalent to a single

click on the primary mouse button.

• Tap twice on the touchpad, or click twice on the left button; which is equivalent to a double

click on the primary mouse button.

• Click the left button with one finger and hold; and then use you finger on the other hand to

navigate on the touchpad; which equivalent to a click and drag on the primary mouse button.

Item

Description

Touchpad

This device replaces the mouse and is for positioning the cursor on a notebook display screen.

Left C lick Button

This is the primary button. Clicking it usually selects the item your cursor is pointing at.

Right Click Button

Clicking this button usually opens a menu of options available for the item currently selected.

If you find the double tapping difficult to use, go to the next section for general directions about adjusting the touchpad properties.

Note

If you install another mouse driver over the shipping default, the double-tap capability may be lost.

Touchpad Tips

Follow these basic ergonomic tips while working:

• Use a light touch on the touchpad surface.

• Set up the notebook with your keyboard and touchpad at a comfortable height. Keep your

forearms parallel to the floor. Your wrists should be relaxed and straight.

• While using the keyboard and touchpad, keep your shoulders and arms as relaxed as

possible.

• Take regular breaks from the notebook to rest your eyes. Perform stretching exercises to

relax your fingers, hands, wrists, forearms and shoulders.

Power Sources

The notebook can be powered using two different types of sources, making it a truly portable system. Operate your notebook just about anywhere by using one of the following power sources:

• The AC adaptor connected to an AC power outlet (usually on a wall).

• The battery pack.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Using the Battery in this Electronic User Guide.

Read the following sections for specific information on using the power sources.

AC Adaptor

Use the AC adaptor and power cable that came with your notebook to run on AC power, or to recharge the battery pack. Try to use the AC adaptor whenever an AC power outlet is nearby.

Keep the adaptor connected whenever possible. The AC adaptor charges the battery when it is connected; regardless the notebook is powered on or off.

Note

The power cable may vary from country to country.

Note

Consult your dealer or the local electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord to use in your country. Failure to use the correct power cord/cable may result in electrical shock.

WARNING

Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adaptor. The AC adaptor has no userreplaceable or serviceable parts inside. Dangerous voltage in the AC adaptor can cause serious personal injury or death. The AC adaptor is intended for use with a notebook and must meet EN609050 standards.

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Connect the AC adaptor as instructed below:

1. Connect the AC adaptor cable into the power port on the notebook.

2. Plug one end of the power cable into the adaptor.

3. Connect the power cable to a grounded 100- or 240-volt, 50- or 60-Hz AC power outlet.

CAUTION

• Do not cover or place objects on the AC adaptor. Keeping the adaptor clear of

objects to let the adaptor cool properly during use.

• Only use the AC adaptor that came with your notebook. Although other adaptors

may look similar, using them can damage your notebook.

CAUTION

This equipment uses an ungrounded power cable. Replace the cord if it becomes damaged. The cord must be rated at least 250VAC at 10 amps, and must bear the international safety agency approval. The plug must be appropriate for the country it is used in. Check with your local dealer for the HAR (Harmonisation certification mark) type 18 AWG (American Wire Gauge), 2 conductor cord, or better. Obtain replacement cords from an authorised service centre. The replacement must be of the same type and have the same voltage rating as of the original cord.

Using the Battery

Note

Although the battery was fully charged at the factory, transit and shelf time may have had reduced the initial battery charge. We recommend that when you use your notebook for the first time, to connect it to the AC power using the AC adaptor. This will also recharge your battery.

When the battery capacity is low, always respond by immediately saving your data, and connecting your notebook to the AC adaptor. If an AC adaptor is not available, change the battery using the battery replacement procedure.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the Battery in this Electronic User Guide.

If you do not take any action, the notebook will automatically go into Hibernation (Save To File) mode.

WARNING

To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the following:

• Keep the battery away from extreme heat.

• Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.

• Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.

• Read the precautions printed on the battery (if any).

• Remember to unplug the AC adaptor cable from the power port on the notebook

and from the grounded AC power outlet after your notebook is fully charged; when your notebook is not in use; or when you know that your notebook will be unattended for long hours.

• Do not disassemble the battery.

Charging the Battery

The charge up time depends on the notebook being in use or otherwise.

For maximum battery performance, fully discharge the battery before recharging it. To do so, unplug the AC adaptor, turn off the power management features (through BIOS Setup and Windows® power management), and turn on the notebook. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in the AC adaptor and recharge the battery.

Precautions for Recharging the Battery

Adhere to the following precautions when recharging the battery.

• Use only the battery charger designed for your type of notebook battery. Different NEC

VERSA models require different types of batteries and battery chargers.

• Charge the battery for the specified charge time only.

• During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 5°C and 35°C.

• Read the instructions that came with the battery charger before attempting to charge the

battery.

Low Battery Power

When battery power runs low, connect your notebook to the AC adaptor. If no AC adaptor is available, change the battery by following the battery replacement procedure.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the

Battery in this Electronic User Guide.

Conserving Battery Power

The battery performance is affected by the following conditions:

• When it is new and fully charged.

• When no peripherals are connected to your notebook.

• When you have no options installed.

While on the road, it is important to know how to extend the life of the main battery in the notebook. For instance, turning down the screen brightness (specific function key) will extend the battery life.

Power Management Features

Enabling power management features increases the battery life. The Hibernate power management state, also known as Save-To-File (STF), saves the current working environment to the hard drive in the notebook, then powers down the notebook to conserve battery power. You can configure your power management settings to enter into hibernation when your notebook reaches a critical low battery stage.

For more information, please refer to: Windows® XP Operating System Introduction → Managing System Power in this Electronic User Guide.

Battery Precautions

To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following precautions.

WARNING

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly 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 batteries:

• Keep the battery away from heat sources which includes direct sunlight, open

fires, microwave ovens and high-voltage containers. Temperatures over 60ºC may cause damage.

• Do not drop or impact 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 discoloured, overheats, or emits a foul odour.

• Keep the battery dry and away from water.

• Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals. Metal objects that come in

contact with the connectors can cause a short circuit and subsequently damage the battery.

If the battery leaks:

• If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean

running water. Battery fluid can cause skin rashes and damage fabric.

• If battery fluid gets into the eyes, DO NOT RUB. Rinse with clean water

immediately and seek professional medical assistance.

• Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is a

danger of ignition or explosion.

Replacing the Battery

This section describes how to remove and replace the primary battery.

WARNING

To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, strictly adhere to the following:

• Keep the battery away from extreme heat.

• Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.

• Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.

• Read the precautions printed on the battery (if any).

Removing the Battery in Your Notebook

CAUTION

Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC adaptor. Failure to do so can result in data loss.

Note

Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated below to remove the battery.

Save your files, exit Windows®, and turn off system power.

Close the LCD panel and turn the system over.

CAUTION

Be extra careful to avoid damage to your notebook.

Unlock the battery security lock.

Hold the latch to the "Unlock" position.

Lift this area up.

Carefully remove the battery from its bay.

Installing the Battery in Your Notebook

Insert the new battery as follow:

Note

Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated below to install the battery.

Turn the notebook over.

CAUTION

Be extra careful to avoid damage to your notebook.

Make sure you unlock the battery security lock.

Align the battery w ith the battery bay slot and connector.

Place the battery into the battery bay. Carefully press and secure the battery into the battery bay.

Make sure you lock the battery security lock.

Handling the Battery

Review the following before handling the notebook battery.

CAUTION

Only use the type of battery specifically designed for the notebook. Using other NEC VERSA batteries, other manufacturer's batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can cause battery and equipment performance to deteriorate.

Turn off the notebook power after use.

• Clean the battery connectors with a dry cloth if they get dirty.

• When not in use, store the battery in a dry cool area.

The following symptoms indicate that the battery life is nearing its end. Discard batteries that display these symptoms:

• Shorter work times.

• Discoloured, warped.

• Hot to the touch.

• Strange odour.

Disposing of the Battery

Before disposing the battery, put adhesive tape on the connectors. Contact your local waste management officials for information regarding environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of batteries.

Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows® XP

Your notebook comes with a hardware program called BIOS Setup that allows you to view and set the system parameters. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your notebook from unauthorised use.

Use BIOS Setup to:

• Set the current time and date.

• Customise your operating system to reflect your notebook hardware.

• Secure your notebook with a password.

• Balance your performance needs with power conservation.

Entering BIOS Setup

The BIOS Setup can be accessed during the startup or booting of your notebook. Just press <F2> when the following prompt appears-

“Press <F2> to Enter BIOS 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 <F2>, the system enters BIOS Setup automatically. If you want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears above the prompt (take notes if you want), and press F2. You will see this message if your CMOS battery has become fully discharged.

BIOS Setup Menus

The BIOS Setup features five menus, which are listed on the menu bar at the top of the screen.

Main - use this menu for basic system configuration. Advanced - use this menu to control system ports and components. Security - use this menu to establish system passwords and protect the boot sector of the

hard disk drive against infection by certain virus types. Exit - use this menu to exit BIOS Setup 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 to exit the current menu.

The exact menu may be different from the notebook you purchased as it depends on the type of mainboard.

Updating the BIOS

Please note that these settings are rarely changed by the common user as factory settings are usually updated, and should only be accessed or changed by an experienced user.

The BIOS is the code transmitted onto Flash ROM on your notebook. As indicated in this chapter, use the BIOS Setup utility to configure software and hardware features on your notebook. Only update the BIOS using the update files specific to the notebook model.

CAUTION

You only need to update the BIOS if significant improvements or fixes have been made to the current system BIOS. Your authorised dealer or Support Services representative can help you determine this.

Windows® XP Operating System Introduction

The operating system is the most important program that runs on a computer. Every computer must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such as recognising input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers.

Windows® XP Operating Systems

The Windows® XP operating systems provide a means of running applications, navigating through your file structure, and using your notebook. Each operating system offers its own look and tools through an easy-to-use graphical interface.

Introduction

The Windows® XP operating system features include a Desktop with room to manoeuvre; a taskbar for quick access to a variety of system functions; state-of-the-art plug and play support; powerful system utilities; enhanced entertainment features and a fully integrated Internet experience.

Among the new features are:

• Fast User Switching - You may now switch users more easily, as a new user can log in while retaining the other user’s system state. A user will not have access to the other user’s running applications.

• Windows® Explorer - Windows® Explorer has also had its functionality expanded. Explorer windows now are 3-paned, with extra information and functionality in the middle window.

• Preview Applet - For viewing and editing images. An enhanced Preview Applet is included and lets you view, zoom in and out, rotate, print, save (as), and delete images. This is supported by the Windows® Bitmap, JPEG, GIF, TIF and PNG formats.

Professional versus Home Edition

Your notebook may feature either the Windows® XP Professional operating system or the Windows® XP Home operating system edition. Note that all the features available in the Home edition are also included in the Professional edition.

The Professional edition also includes support for:

• Remote Desktop - allows you to remotely access your notebook from another computer in order to work with all of your data and applications while away from your office.

• Off-line Files and Folders - allows you to access files & folders on a network share when disconnected from the server.

• Encrypting File System - protects sensitive data in files that are stored on disk using the NTFS file system.

• Access Control - restricts access to selected files, applications, and other resources.

• Multi-processing.

• Windows® operating system servers and management solutions.

Desktop Icons

With Windows® XP operating system, the following icons* are installed on your Desktop:

• Recycle Bin - Gives you a container in which to put and discard unwanted files or allows you to restore these same files back to their original location.

• Windows® Internet Explorer® - Provides your default Internet program.

Taskbar Icons

With Windows® XP operating system, a number of icons will appear on the taskbar. Use the cursor to hover over the icon and display its function. By right-clicking on the icon, its menu options will be displayed, or by double-clicking on the icon to launch it.

Right click an empty area of the taskbar and select Properties to customise the taskbar (refer to the section on “Tips” for more information). The quick launch (A), i.e. the left hand side of the taskbar can be hidden or active. The notification area (B), i.e. the right hand side of the taskbar, can be easily configured, for instance, to hide icons that are not used frequently. Some hardware items or software titles (such as virus scanners, printers and PC cards) will have its own small icon in this area, allowing you to customise and control their settings or status easily.

The following icons* normally appear in the notification area:

• Time Clock - Allows you to adjust the time and date, select your time zone, and offers the option to automatically synchronise the time with an internet time server.

For more information about the Desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows® XP operating system online help. To do this, click on Start, and select Help and Support.

* Depending on the version of Windows® XP operating system installed on your notebook or if you have deactivated certain programs, the icons described here may differ slightly and/or may be accompanied by others.

Start Menu

The Start menu features a whole new look and feel. The Windows® Internet Explorer® and Microsoft® Outlook Express icons have a more prominent place now. You will also notice that Windows® XP operating system places your frequently used programs in the white area of the Start menu. It is safe to remove an item from this list by right-clicking the icon and selecting the Remove from this list, as the software program itself will not be deleted.

You can access your installed software and other Windows® programs by selecting All

Programs. Recently installed programs are highlighted.

Technical Support Information

Technical support information is available in Windows® XP operating system.

1. Select Start, right-click on My Computer and select Properties.

2. On the General tab, click on the Support Information button.

Managing System Power (Windows

XP Operating System)

In the Windows® XP operating system environment, your notebook manages its power resources by using the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the notebook is powered by either the AC or battery (DC) power. ACPI enables the operating system to manage the power given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in use.

Windows® XP Operating System Power Options Properties

In Windows® XP operating system, most ACPI power management settings are controlled through Windows

Power Options Properties, not through the BIOS Setup utility, unless noted otherwise. To access Windows® Power Options Properties, go to Start, Control Panel, select Performance and Maintenance, and click on Power Options.

The Power Options Properties are broken down as follow:

Power schemes

Use the Power Schemes tab options to select the appropriate power scheme for your notebook, and to set timeouts for standby, monitor, and hard disk.

Parameter

Options

Description

Power Schemes

VERSA

Home/office desk Always On

Defines the most appropriate power scheme for your notebook.

Turn off monitor (plugged in)

1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5 hours

Never

Selects the time delay before your LCD panel turns off.

Turn off monitor (running on batteries)

1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5 hours Never

Selects the time delay before your LCD panel turns off.

Turn off hard disks (plugged in)

3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5 hours

Never

Selects the time delay before your hard disk(s) power down.

Turn off hard disks (running on battery)

3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes

1/2/3/4/5 hours Never

Selects the time delay before your hard disk(s) power down.

System Standby (plugged in)

1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45minutes 1/2/3/4/5 hours Never

Selects the system standby timeout period for your notebook when running under AC power. System Standby (running on batteries)

1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5 hours Never

Selects the system standby timeout period for your notebook when running under DC power.

System Hibernates (plugged in)

25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5/6 hours

Never

Selects the system hibernation timeout period for your notebook when running under AC power.

System Hibernates (running on batteries)

10/15/20/25/30/45 minutes 1/2/3/4/5/6 hours Never

Selects the system hibernation timeout period for your notebook when running under AC power.

Default settings are shown in red.

Alarms

Use the Alarms tab to define the point at which the battery alarm will activate. Set the alarm to sound, display a warning message, or invoke Standby, Hibernate or Shutdown.

Parameter

Options

Description

Low battery alarm

10%

0-100%

Allows you to define a low battery alarm percentage, notification, and system action. Notification

Display message

Sound alarm

Allows you to select a visual or aural alarm (video or audio). Alarm Action

Standby Hibernate Shut down

No action

Allows you to select which action is to be taken by the notebook when the alarm goes off.

Run a program

None

Allows you to select which program is to be launched when the alarm goes off. Critical battery alarm

0-100%

Allows you to define a critical battery alarm percentage, notification, and system action.

Notification

Display message

Sound alarm

Allows you to select a visual or aural alarm (video or audio).

Alarm Action

None Standby

Hibernate

Power off

Allows you to select which action is to be taken by the notebook when the alarm goes off.

Run a program

None

Allows you to select which program is to be launched when the alarm goes off.

Default settings are shown in red.

Power Meter

The Power Meter tab displays the remaining battery power and charging status for the primary and secondary batteries (if applicable). Choose to display either a percentage progress bar or a battery icon with the percentage indicator for your battery status information.

Advanced

The Advanced tab allows you to select the power-saving settings to be used.

Parameter

Options

Description

Always show icon on taskbar

Checked

Unchecked

Determines if the Power Meter icon is displayed on the taskbar or otherwise. Prompt for password when notebook resumes from standby

Checked

Unchecked

Determines if the notebook should prompt for your Windows® password when resuming from Standby or otherwise. When I close the lid on my notebook

Standby

Do nothing Hibernate

Defines the system action when the LCD panel is closed.

When I press the Power button on my notebook

Shut down

Standby Hibernate Do nothing Ask me what to do

Defines the system action when the Power button is used.

Default settings are shown in red.

Hibernate

Use the Hibernate tab to enable the hibernate support; to see the amount of free disk space; and the amount of disk space required to hibernate. When your notebook hibernates, it performs a save-to-disk or save-to-file (STF). Your current working environment is saved to the hard disk. Use the Power button to resume from hibernation and it will return to its previous state.

Windows® XP Operating System Power Management States

The Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) uses different levels or states of power management. These power management states occur automatically, based on the default settings on the notebook, or manually, when invoked.

The Windows® XP operating system ACPI power management states include:

• Monitor timeout - manages power at the lowest level by shutting down the monitor.

• Standby - also known as Save-to-RAM (STR), Standby manages power by saving your

current working environment to memory and shutting down most system devices.

• Hibernation - also known as Save-To-Disk, or Save-To-File (STF), Hibernation manages

power by saving the current working environment to an area on your hard disk before turning off your notebook. When you restart the notebook, any programs and documents that were open when you turned the notebook off are restored on the Desktop.

Recognising the Power Management States

It is important to recognise the behaviour of your notebook when it is in these power management states. The following table describes the notebook behaviour for each power management state.

LCD Timeout

Standby (STR)

Hibernate (STF)

Default Setting

2 minutes, DC power

5 minutes, DC power 20 minutes, AC power

15 mins, DC power

Manually Invoke

Go to Start, Turn

off computer, Standby

Close the LCD panel (1) Press or slide the power button (1).

Close LCD panel (1). Press or slide the power button (1) Right-click on the taskbar, select Task Manager,

Shut Down, and Hibernate. Go to Start, Turn off computer, and hold the

Shift key as you select

Standby.

Notebook Behaviour

LCD panel is blank Power LED (AC or battery) lights green

LCD panel is blank. Power LED (AC or battery) blinks green.

LCD panel is blank. Power LED (AC or battery) turns off. Progress bar indicates that current working environment is saved to hard disk.

Resume

Press any key

Press or slide the power button.

Press or slide the power.

(1) Only when set in Advanced Windows® Power Management Properties.

Tips for Using Windows® XP

This section provides various tips that should help you get the most of your Windows® XP operating system.

Note

If you are familiar with previous versions of Microsoft® Windows®, we advise you to check out the new features specific to Windows® XP operating system. To do so, click on Start, click on Help and Support, and pick the What's new in Windows®

XP topic.

Booting in Safe Mode

Safe mode helps you diagnose problems. If a symptom does not reappear when you start in safe mode, you can eliminate the default settings and minimum device drivers as possible causes. If a newly added device or a changed driver is causing problems, you can use the safe mode to remove the device or reverse the change.

In safe mode, you have access to basic files and drivers only (i.e. mouse, monitor, keyboard, mass storage, base video, default system services, and no network connections).

There are circumstances where safe mode will not be able to help you, such as when the system files that are required to start the notebook are corrupted or damaged. If your notebook does not start successfully using the safe mode, you might need to use either the Windows® Recovery Console feature (click on Start, Help and Support for more information), or to restore your notebook using the Recovery Program (refer to the Quick Reference delivered with your notebook).

Restarting in Safe Mode

1. Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, and then click on Restart.

2. When you see the message “Please select the operating system to start”, press F8.

3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate safe mode option, and then press Enter.

• Safe Mode - starts your notebook using only the basic files and drivers (see above). Use this mode to run the system tools, such as the Disk Defragmenter.

• Safe Mode with Networking - starts your notebook using only the basic files and drivers (see above), and network connections.

• Safe Mode with Command Prompt - starts your notebook using only the basic files and drivers (see above). After logging on, the command prompt is displayed instead of the graphical user interface. You will be asked to choose a user, or to log on as administrator. Depending on what you choose, the default directory of the command prompt will be different.

• Enable Boot Logging - the notebook creates a log file (Ntbtlog.txt) that records the loading of each service and device. The boot log is useful in determining the exact cause of notebook start-up problems.

• Enable VGA Mode - starts Windows® using the basic VGA driver.

• Last Known Good Configuration - starts your notebook using the registry

information and drivers that was saved at the last shutdown. Any changes made since the last successful start-up will be lost.

Note

The Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) and Debugging Mode are not relevant for notebooks.

• Debugging Mode

• Start Windows® Normally - normal Windows® start-up.

• Reboot - reboots the notebook, and starts Windows® XP operating system.

4. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to access using the arrow keys, and then press Enter.

This section provides various tips that should help you get the most of your Windows® XP operating system.

Note

If you are familiar with previous versions of Microsoft® Windows®, we advise you to check out the new features specific to Windows® XP operating system. To do so, click on Start, Help and Support, and pick the What's new in Windows® XP topic.

The Internet Connection Wizard

The Internet Connection Wizard (also known as New Connection Wizard) allows you to configure your notebook for Internet access.

To access this wizard, click on Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, pick Setup or change your Internet connection. The Internet Properties window opens. On the Connections tab, click the Setup button, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Once your Internet connection is configured, use an Internet browser, such as Windows® Internet Explorer®, to access your favourite Internet sites.

Changing the Display Resolution

Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and pick Change the screen resolution. The Display Properties window opens; adjust the Screen resolution cursor to the

resolution of your choice.

Establishing Passwords

To set passwords, you must first set the user accounts. Each user can be assigned a different password, or no password at all.

1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and User Accounts.

2. Pick the Create a new account task.

3. Type a name for the account, and click Next.

4. Choose the account type:

• Computer administrator - this user can create, change and delete accounts, make

system-wide changes, install software applications and access all files.

• Limited - this user can only change his personal settings (password, desktop settings),

view files he created, or files that are shared.

5. Once the account is created, select it, and when prompted, choose to Create a password.

6. Follow the on screen instructions, and when finished, click on Create Password.

You will now be prompted for this password each time you log on to Windows®, both when you boot, and when you resume from the Hibernate state.

To be prompted for this password when you resume from Standby, follow the steps below:

1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and Performance and Maintenance.

2. Click on the Power Options icon.

3. On the Advanced tab, put a check mark in front of the “Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby” option. (If it is already checked, do not make any changes.)

4. Click on OK, and close the “Performance and Maintenance” window.

To be prompted for this password when you resume from the screen-saver, follow the steps below:

1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and Appearance and Themes.

2. Click on the Display icon.

3. On the Screen Saver tab, put a check mark in front of the “On resume, password protect” option.

4. Click on Apply, then on OK, and close the “Appearance and Themes” window.

Customising the Taskbar

The taskbar is locked by default; to make any changes to its size or content, you first need to unlock it.

1. Right-click on the taskbar.

2. Remove the check mark in front of the Lock the Taskbar option.

You may now resize and customise the taskbar according to your wishes.

• Right-click on the taskbar and select Toolbars; add a check mark in front of the toolbar

you wish to add to the taskbar area.

• Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties to access the Taskbar appearance and

Notification area options.

• In the Taskbar appearance pane, uncheck Group similar taskbar buttons if you do not wish to take advantage of the feature that groups sessions of the same program (for instance several documents opened in the same word processor) in one single entry in the taskbar. Note that all sessions are immediately accessible by clicking the arrow on the right of the taskbar entry.

• In the Taskbar appearance pane, put a check mark in front of Show Quick Launch to add shortcuts to your favourite software applications or directories in the taskbar area located just to the right of the Start button.

• In the Notification area pane, click on Customise to change the notification area behaviour, for instance, if you do not wish to take advantage of the feature that hides the seldom used notification icons.

Note

If you wish to restore the Speaker icon to the notification area (as in previous versions of Windows®), follow the steps below.

1. Click on Start, Control Panel, Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices.

2. Pick Change the speaker settings.

3. On the Volume tab, put a check mark in front of Place volume icon in the taskbar.

4. Click on Apply, and then on OK to close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window.

Customising the Desktop

If you are familiar with previous versions of Windows®, note that you can easily restore to the Desktop the familiar My Documents, My Computer, My Network Places icons.

1. Right-click anywhere on the Desktop and select Properties in the pop-up window.

2. In the Display Properties window, click on the Desktop tab, and click on the Customise Desktop... button.

3. In the Desktop icons pane, check or uncheck the icons you wish to have on the Desktop.

Note In the Desktop Cleanup pane, you may choose to deactivate the Desktop Cleanup Wizard. This wizard automatically removes from the Desktop the icons that

have not been used in the last 60 days.

4. Click on OK to close the Desktop Items window, and on OK again to close the Display Properties window.

Notebook Components

For details of notebook components, please refer to the System Configuration label.

System Configuration Label

Applications

Hiding the Taskbar

When using certain third party software application, you may find that part of the user interface is hidden behind the Microsoft® Windows® task bar when it's in full window mode.

Example:

To hide the taskbar:

1. Place the mouse pointer on the taskbar and right click. Select “Properties” from the popup menu.

2. When the “Taskbar and Start Menu Properties” pops up. Check on the “Auto-Hide the taskbar” option and click “OK”.

3. The taskbar is now hidden.

4. To view the taskbar, simply move the mouse pointer to the bottom of the LCD screen.

(NOTE: The taskbar will automatically hide itself again when the pointer is moved away.)

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

CyberLink PowerCinema

Introduction

CyberLink PowerCinema is an integrated multimedia player. The Home page displays the available media types, which you can scroll through using your mouse's scroll wheel, the keyboard Up/Down arrows, and the Up/Down buttons on the remote.

To begin enjoying media, select a media type on the Home page. CyberLink PowerCinema switchers to the media type you have chosen, providing playback controls and other options.

Movies

You can play movies on disc in CyberLink PowerCinema's Movies function. This function has the features and controls of a normal living-room DVD player. Select Movies on the Home page to open the Movies function.

Video

CyberLink PowerCinema allows you to watch video files (in AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, DivX, ASF, ASX, and dvr-ms formats) on your computer. (You may need to install a special driver to view DivX and dvr-ms files.) Select Videos on the Home page to open the Video function.

Pictures

CyberLink PowerCinema lets you view digital pictures (in BMP, JPEG, and PNG formats), either individuallly or as a slide show. You can even edit pictures to make them perfect for display. Select on the Home page to open the Pictures function.

Music

For convenient access to your music collection, use CyberLink PowerCinema's Music function. The Music function allows you to listen to music, rip CDs, and even use playlists created in Windows® Media Player to listen to your favorite songs in any order you like. Select Music on the Home page to open the Music function.

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

CyberLink SoftDMA 1.5

The CyberLink Media Server application allows you to share your media files with your family members within your home network. CyberLink Media Server shares all of your media files across the network with any computers that has CyberLink SoftDMA installed.

To enhance your complete digital home experience, you have one licensed copy of CyberLink SoftDMA that can be installed onto any of your other existing computers.

SoftDMA installation files are located in the folder: c:\Apps\SoftDMA.

You first need to transfer all the files in the SoftDMA folder to a removable media such as a USB flash drive. On the targeted computer, run the SETUP.EXE file to install SoftDMA.

The setup process will require an installation key and it can be obtained upon completion of your warranty registration. Kindly register your NEC Computer at http://www.nec-computersap.com/regwarranty or you may contact your local call centre for further assistance.

Thank you for choosing an NEC computer. We hope that your experience with this new system will be pleasurable.

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with Site AdvisorTM

Features 10-in-1 that constantly updates security that actively guards your computer and what you value; blocks offensive content and prevents malicious activity.

10-in1 Protection

• Safe Search and Surf

• Home License Subscription

• Stop Viruses

• Halts Hackers

• Blocks Spyware

• Improves Computer Health

• Secures Your Identity

• Prevents Spam and Email Scams

• Protects Children Online

• Backs Up and Restores Files

Safe Search and Surf

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ adds safety ratings to websites and search engine results based on comprehensive spam, adware, and online scam safety tests. SiteAdvisor™ analyses the results and rates websites in detail for unsafe or annoying practices such as dangerous downloads, spamming, misuse of personal information and browser hijacking. When searching with Google, Yahoo! or MSN, SiteAdvisor™ provides easy-tounderstand safety ratings—red (danger), yellow (use caution) or green (safe)—that appear next to search results, helping you make informed decisions. PC World Magazine named McAfee® SiteAdvisor™ 15th on their list of the top 100 products of 2007.

Home License Subscription Service

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor secures up to 3 personal computers and automatically delivers the latest software features and threat updates. The suite allows you to easily manage security subscriptions for each computer that you are protecting under your McAfee® subscription.

Stops Viruses

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ automatically guards your computer, email, instant messenger, downloads, photos, music files, videos, financial records, online banking and shopping, and privacy from viruses, mass-mailing worms, backdoor Trojans and more. It also automatically cleans or quarantines infections with minimal interruption to your computing. McAfee®’s world-renowned Avert Labs researchers provide daily updates that deliver fast, immediate protection from the latest threats. Other built-in features include: McAfee® SystemGuards watch for activity that may signal a virus, spyware or hacker is on your notebook. Always active detection that watches the key system, Windows®, host file and browser settings for suspicious changes such as DNS poisoning (or pharming, which can redirect surfing to fraudulent websites), or activities that can compromise anti-virus security (such as buffer overflow attacks). McAfee® X-Ray for Windows® removes dangerous root-kits and other malware that can hide deep in your operating system.

Halts Hackers

Constant inbound and outbound monitoring helps McAfee® deter hackers, identity thieves and malware programs from robbing data, hijacking your system (such as to send spam) or planting viruses that can compromise privacy over dial-up or broadband. Fast "load and go" setup, customisable security levels, visual tracing, smart alerts, full screen mode and intelligent application handling help fine tune security, identify the source of threats and block suspect programs from "phoning home" personal information. Other built-in features include: Stealth Mode to help you hide your presence online, making your system practically invisible to global hackers. HotSpot detection automatically elevates the McAfee® firewall security when you are not on your trusted network. Boot-time protection shields your system from unauthorised connections before security programs are fully loaded.

Blocks Spyware

McAfee®’s spyware protection detects, blocks, and removes spyware, adware, and other suspicious programs before they can steal log-ins and passwords (key-loggers), hijack your dial-up connection (Web dialers), track online surfing (cookies) or flood your surfing with annoying pop-up ads. Better protection based on new integrated anti-virus, anti-spyware engine. Now also detects and blocks tracking cookies.

Improves Computer Health

McAfee® SecurityCenter’s dashboard-like display helps you at a glance review security status and modifies it with one-click. You can also easily check for updates, fix potential security issues on the notebook or view settings in basic or advanced modes. With the built-in McAfee® QuickClean technology, McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ helps to optimise you’re the notebook performance, eliminating drive-clogging "Internet build-up" (e.g., temp files, cached files, file remnants, Active X code), unused programs and other unnecessary clutter to free up valuable disk space. It also features a network map that shows the security status of your home network.

Secures Your Identity

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ helps to secure personal identification and financial information (such as name, phone, credit card, bank account numbers) from transmission over the Internet without permission. Featuring McAfee® Shredder, sensitive files can be permanently deleted so as not to compromise your privacy. McAfee®’s anti-virus, antispyware, firewall and anti-spam security work together as a multi-layered shield against multifaceted identity theft threats that may use a combination of malware to steal files, financial log-ins and other personally identity information. The suite also includes Password Vault, which safely stores Web login-ins, passwords and other personally identifiable information in a secure, password-protected, easy-to-access location.

Prevents Spam and Email Scam

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ automatically recognises and helps to stop junk email—including identity and credit card scams, virus hoaxes and foreign language spam—from polluting your inboxes while letting trusted email through. Timely anti-spam filter updates ensure that you have the latest protection against spammers. More accurate spam detection, filtering and blocking with fewer false positives (email accidentally labeled spam).

Protects Children Online

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ helps to shield each family member from inappropriate Web content, online predators and chat using age-specific adjustable settings and easy-to-use filtering options. Also, the suite features McAfee® ImageAnalyzer that protects children from viewing offensive images online.

Backs Up and Restores Files

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™ provides an automated back-up feature that preserves encrypted copies of irreplaceable photos, music files, videos and documents on USB or external or network drives. With one-click, you can easily retrieve these archived files.

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

RecordNow

Note: This software application is only available on configurations with CD-RW features.

Sonic RecordNow

is the state-of-art CD and DVD mastering tool that takes the guesswork

and complexity out of CD/DVD burning task. With all new task-based user interface designed to meet the professional usability, it's never been easier to get the most out of your CD/DD creation.

New, easy-to-use, task base user interface: Simply select the project type from Audio, Data, Backup, and Video and then select the job you want to perform. To make it even easier, RecordNowTM comes with intelligent drag-and drop. Simply drag the files your want to record onto the Bit Budget and RecordNowTM will elect the project for you.

If you install a CD-RW device later on, you have the possibility to install this software application using SmartRestore.

Access RecordNow

either via the Start, Programs/All Programs, RecordNow

Note: we advise you to read the online Help Guide before using the software application. In the RecordNow

submenu, select Documentation, and Readme. An online help guide is also

accessible from the software application; either click on the Help button in the RecordNow

Wizard, or click on Help, then Index in the menu bar when working in the full application.

Main Features

Audio

• Make custom Audio CDs for your car or home CD player

• Create Jukebox CDs (MP3, WMA, WAV CDs)

• Make exact copies of music discs in your collection

• MP3 Encoding (rip your favorite CDs to add to your MP3 collection)

Data

• Create mastered data discs

• Make exact copies of data discs

• Erase re-writable discs

• Make CDs and DVDs bootable

Backup

• Make exact copies of discs

• Create and burn images of CDs and DVDs

• Launch Backup (requires Simple Backup or Backup MyPC)

More Features

• Integrated disc labeling for professional results

• Intelligent drag and drop takes the hassle out of burning

• Easy-to-use task based interface

• Tutorial to help you get started

Advanced Options

• Normalization and Noise reduction for audio CDs

• Ability to control burn speeds

• Control write format including ISO and UDF

• Record types - Disc-at-once, Track-at-once, open or closed

• Premastering cache, file date and time

• Primary volume descriptor fields (publisher ID, data preparer, application ID)

Note : we advise you to read the online Help Guide before using the software application, In the RecordNow

submenu, select Documentation, and Readme. An online help guide is also

accessible from the software application; either click on the Help button in the RecordNow

Wizard, or click on Help, then Index in the menu bar when working in the full application.

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

SRS Premium Sound

SRS Premium Sound from SRS Labs is an audio enhancement technology to enrich your computer with higher quality audio. In order to activate the SRS Premium Sound, please double click on its icon on the Windows® desktop.

Once activated, it will be automatically loaded every time you start your computer.

For further information, please refer to its on-screen help.

* The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for

specific models only).

Operating Environment

Caring for your notebook also requires taking into account the effect of temperature, humidity, and moisture on notebook components. Like any other electronic products, notebooks are vulnerable to drastic changes in temperature, and especially moisture on notebook components.

Please follow the tips below regarding the recommended operating environment:

• Avoid using your notebook in high humidity - computers are best used in moderate humid conditions. Although notebooks are more sensitive to temperature than to humidity, using a notebook in a humid environment can present problems especially when the humidity reaches extreme levels. A few humid days are not really a cause for concern but using, for instance, a laptop in a tropical jungle can present wear-out issues. Humidity hastens corrosion and increases the risk of condensation that can damage certain parts. Going directly from a cold to a warm environment leads to condensation. Cooling a notebook is also difficult when humidity is high.

• Before switching on, allow the notebook to adjust to room temperature - in general, electronic equipments that have been exposed or stored in very low temperatures should adjust gradually to room temperature before they are switched on. Immediately powering on a notebook that has been stored for some time at low temperatures in an environment with high temperatures increases the risk of damaging parts.

• Do not expose the notebook to moisture and spills - users tend to stretch the limits by using and leaving their notebooks at the most unlikely places like the kitchen, the bathroom, on the garden table or by the swimming pool where the chances of it getting wet is high. Placing a notebook near an open window is also not advisable since it can easily collect and expose some parts to moisture. Be wary of liquid spilling into the power supply since it may trigger an electric short-circuit.

• Keep your notebook cool - the key components in your notebook that require special attention when it comes to cooling and proper ventilation are the power supply, the CPU, the hard drive and the motherboard.

• The fan in the power supply is designed not only to provide better airflow to the entire

case, but also to cool parts of the power supply that easily heat up.

• CPUs are equipped with sophisticated heat sinks and fans to increase reliability and

prevent cooling-related problems like system lockups.

• Fans do not directly cool the hard drive and components of the motherboard, but

provide better airflow to these parts. Cleaning the box and removing dust are beneficial since accumulated dust can insulate the notebook making it difficult to cool the notebook.

• Ensure effective ventilation for your notebook - even with sophisticated power supply and CPU fans it is still important to install your notebook where there is good ventilation to avoid overheating. Airflow, obviously, is more important in a warm room than in a cool area. Pay attention to the obvious, such as providing space for the power supply fan to blow freely and by not blocking the air vents that keep your notebook, monitor and other devices from overheating. Good operating temperatures would be from 5°C to 35°C, and cooler temperatures are generally better than higher temperatures.

Preventive Maintenance

The following information will help you to set up a preventive maintenance plan in order to prevent notebook problems. Depending on what your notebook is being used for, adapt them to your own needs.

These suggestions are classified according to the recommended frequency.

First Time Use

Back up your BIOS settings: these parameters saved in the CMOS memory define how your

notebook works and minor changes to them can modify the way your notebook functions. To back up the BIOS settings, take a piece of paper, enter the BIOS and note the settings and their values.

For more information, please refer to: Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows® XP in this Electronic User Guide.

Note

Do not forget to modify what is written on this piece of paper each time you modify the BIOS settings.

Daily

Note

The suggestions below are only relevant to Microsoft® operating systems.

Scan for viruses: your notebook is delivered with an antivirus software pre-installed on

your hard drive. For better security we recommend you use the automatic scanning option and perform on-demand scanning.

CAUTION

Update the virus definition files at least once every month, or as soon as you hear about a new virus.

Back up your data on a regular basis: you can use the Microsoft® Backup tool to save your

files from your notebook to a media such as a removable hard disk. Refer to the Windows® online help for more information.

Weekly

Note

The suggestions below are only relevant to Microsoft® operating systems.

Scan for hard disk logical and physical errors: to do so, use Microsoft® ScanDisk, also

known as the Error-checking tool (depending on the operating system). Refer to the Windows® online help for more information.

Clean up your hard drive by using the Disk Cleanup option in Windows®.

Defragment your hard drive: it will allow your notebook to run at peak performance. You

can use Microsoft® Disk Defragmenter to perform this process. Refer to the Windows® online help for more information.

Taking Care of Your Notebook

Notebook Care

Observe the following measures for a successful operation of your notebook.

Protecting Your Notebook From Power Outages

Fortunately, there are tools that can help when power supply is interrupted. Basically there are two types of protection against power problems, a passive form such as those provided by surge suppressors and a multi-featured back-up power source like the UPS.

• Surge Suppressors - although computers are equipped with some surge protection, it is wise to acquire a separate surge suppressor for added protection. A surge suppressor protects the power supplies and communication lines from electrical surges but does not offer a back-up power source. While some suppressors have a manual on-off switch, other types combine switched and unswitched circuits. A mix of switched and unswitched circuits can be a useful feature since you can keep, for instance, a battery charging while shutting off the power for other equipment.

• Back-UPS units - equipped with a battery to maintain power during outages, the UPS allows users to save data and properly shut down the notebook. Most UPS also include surge protection as a feature. There are two basic UPS types, the standby power supply (the least expensive choice) and the multi-featured on-line UPS systems.

Below are tips on power protection and some hardware features to consider before buying these devices:

• Be sure to unplug your notebook, including the line to the modem, during lightning storms.

• Always use a proper power cord to plug your notebook to the line power. When using an

extension cord make sure it is a reliable cord.

• Look into the energy absorption features. Surge suppressors are rated by the amount of energy they can absorb, which is measured in joules. The higher the surge ratings, the better the unit. Experts say round 200 joules is the basic protection, 400 joules provide good protection and 600 joules or more is far better.

• Check if a surge suppressor has a circuit breaker or fuse. Many suppressors are equipped with either a circuit breaker or fuse that will blow or trip in case of a short circuit and severe surges. Compared to fuses, circuit breakers are preferred because fuses have to be replaced when damaged by a short circuit.

Protecting Your Notebook From Damage

There are several ways in which you can protect your notebook from possible damage. We strongly recommend the following protective measures:

• Connect a Back-UPS unit (see “Protecting Your Notebook From Power Outages” above) between your notebook and the grounded AC power outlet. A Back-UPS unit protects your notebook from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power.

• Be sure to connect all peripherals, such as your monitor and printer, to the Back-UPS unit that should be the only device that you plug into the AC power outlet.

• Avoid repeated power-on cycles. These subject the notebook components to temperature variations and stress.

• Disconnect your notebook from telephone, LAN and power lines when an electrical storm threatens. If you have a fax/modem, lightning can travel in on the phone line and can damage both the fax/modem and the system unit. Lightning can also travel in on power lines and damage your monitor and system unit.

Note

Please note that the product warranty does not apply if damage to your notebook is the result of a lightning strike.

• Be sure that notebook power is off before you connect or disconnect a cable (except USB and IEEE 1394 devices, that can be hot-swapped and hot-plugged). Never make cable changes when the notebook power is on. Doing so could damage your notebook and its peripherals.

• Use appropriate virus detection software regularly to protect your notebook from computer viruses.

• Place your notebook away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Operate and store your notebook within the recommended temperatures and humidity levels.

For more information, please refer to: Safety Notices → Product Storage Environment Guidelines in this Electronic User Guide.

• After turning off the power, wait for about five seconds for the hard disk to spin down before you power on again.

• Be sure that nothing is placed on top of your AC adaptor and notebook power cables.

• Prevent dust from entering your notebook by covering it when it is not in use.

Keeping Your Notebook in Good Condition

Maintain the condition of your notebook by periodically using the following general procedures.

WARNING

For safety, power off and unplug your notebook, monitor and any external devices before cleaning them.

• Clean the outside of the notebook with a soft clean cloth. You can remove stubborn stains with a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent. Never use a strong cleaner or solvent on any part of the notebook.

• Keep food and liquids away from your notebook.

• Periodically clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner brush attachment. Do not use any

liquid cleaners on the keyboard as they can damage it.

• Clean the monitor screen with a monitor glass cleaner and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.

• If you connect an external mouse to your notebook, periodically clean the mouse as explained below (this procedure does not apply to optical mice):

- Power off your notebook and any peripherals attached to it.

- Invert the mouse. Locate the mouse ball cover.

- Rotate the ball cover counter-clockwise and remove the cover.

- Turn the mouse over so that the cover and ball fall into your palm.

- Clean the mouse as follows: first use tap water, or tap water and a mild detergent, to clean

the mouse ball. Use a clean, lint-free cloth to dry the ball, and blow into the mouse socket to remove remaining dust or lint.

- Gently put the ball back into the mouse.

- Fit the ball cover back into the mouse and turn the cover clockwise until it locks in place.

Security

• Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) - refer to the relevant BIOS chapter for more information on how to set Supervisor and User passwords.

• Operating System - Set user accounts and passwords.

For more information, please refer to: Windows® XP Operating System Introduction

→ Tips for Using Windows

XP in this Electronic User Guide.

• Hardware - Your notebook may feature a Security Cable slot. This lock may prevent your notebook from being moved or stolen.

Install an optional Security Cable as follows:

1. Select the object in the room to which you will secure your notebook. Choose an immovable piece of furniture or fixture (a table or desk leg with a cross bar).

2. Take the looped end of the steel cable (For specific models only) and wrap round the immovable object. Be sure to choose an object that prevents an intruder from slipping the cable out from under the object.

3. Feed the locking device through the looped end of the cable.

4. To install the Security Cable, make sure that the lock is in the unlocked position. To do so, insert the key into the lock and hold the locking device stable, turn the key clockwise to the unlocked position.

5. Insert the locking device into the Security Cable slot in your notebook. Turn the key 90° counter-clockwise to lock and remove the key. Check that the Security Cable is secured by gently pulling on the locking device.

Shipping Your Notebook

Use these steps to prepare your notebook for shipping:

1. Back up the files on the hard disk drive to a removable hard drive.

2. Remove any media from its respective drive.

3. Turn off the notebook and any external options connected to it.

4. Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC power outlet or Back-UPS unit, then from the notebook itself.

5. Pack the notebook components in the original shipping materials and cartons. If these are not available, be sure to use adequate packing materials to protect the components.

Preparing for Travel

With the right travel preparations, you can use the notebook anywhere you go, to prepare your business documents, confirm your travel plans, surf the Internet, or simply stay in touch with those back home!

Here is what you should do before you leave home:

Note

Speed the trip through airport security by carrying a charged notebook. The inspectors want to see the screen display a message. The boot message is usually sufficient. If your notebook is fully charged, the inspection will only take a minute or so. Otherwise, be prepared to attach the AC adaptor and power cable. And if you don't have these, the inspection might include disassembling the notebook.

• Back up the hard disk in your notebook.

• Insert a fully charged battery to ensure your notebook is ready to quickly boot up at the

airport security check.

• Fully charge all your batteries.

• Tape your business card to your notebook, AC adaptor, and batteries.

• If you run your notebook with battery power, maximise battery life by using power-saving

features whenever possible.

• Take along any application or data files on diskette that you might need.

• Check that you have everything you need before you leave on a trip.

What To Take

The following are what you should take with you when you travel with your notebook.

• Extra fully charged batteries.

• Single-outlet surge protector.

• Appropriate AC plug adaptor for international voltage requirements.

• AC extension cord.

• Extra phone cord to reach wall jacks.

• A copy of "proof of purchase" for your notebook and other equipment or customs

registration form for customs check.

• The Warranty Card or Service and Warranty Guide, detailing the international technical support phone numbers.

• Your notebook's Quick Reference.

Power Connections

With the right accessories, you can run your notebook almost anywhere! Your notebook selfadjusts to various power sources. Most other countries of the world use 240-volt AC, while the United States, Canada and most of Central and South America use 120-volt AC. Make sure the power source falls within the system compatible range.

There are a few countries with areas that use DC as their main power source. You need a DCto-AC converter in particular areas of Argentina, Brazil, India, Madeira and South Africa.

To use your notebook outside of your country, you need an adaptor plug. There are several different plugs available worldwide. You can buy these at an electronics supply store.

Getting Through Customs

With so many countries in the world, you can be sure that there are a variety of customs regulations. Plan wisely to get your notebook through customs by carrying the appropriate documentation to assure the customs agent that your notebook is not a recent purchase.

Travellers are often asked, when returning to their home country, if they purchased the notebook while outside the country. Sometimes, the proof of purchase such as a bill of sale, insurance policy, or purchase receipt is sufficient. Taking along the purchase receipt for your notebook may sound practical, but may not always suffice, particularly when the purchaser of the notebook is your company and the original receipt is not available to you.

Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment

• Arrange Your Equipment

o Your Chair

o Your Desk

o Your Input Devices

o Your Screen or Monitor

• Reducing the Risk of Injuries

o Vary Your Workday

o Practise Some Stretching Exercises

• Potential Medical Conditions

o Repetitive Strain Injury

o Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors

o Epilepsy Warning

Arrange Your Equipment

You will find below explanations on how to set up your notebook to fit your physical needs. This information is based on ergonomics - the science of making the workplace fit the needs of the worker.

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 notebook in the manner described below. Please note that some people are more susceptible to developing these disorders due to pre-existing conditions or psychosocial factors, and that precautions can be taken in order to prevent physical discomfort.

For more information, please refer to: Setting Up a Healthy Work

Environment → Reducing the Risk of Injuries ; and Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment → Potential Medical Conditions

in this Electronic User Guide.

Note

To increase your comfort and safety when using your notebook as your primary computer system at your home or office, note the following recommendations:

• Use a separate, external keyboard attached to your notebook.

• Use a separate, external monitor attached to your notebook.

Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Place items that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation set-up to the proper height (as described below) by lowering the table or stand that holds your notebook equipment or raising the seat height of your chair. Position your notebook directly in front of you for increased safety and comfort.

Your Chair

Your chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary your posture throughout the day.

Check the following:

• Keep your body in a relaxed yet upright position. Use the

entire seat and backrest to support your body. Tilt the backrest slightly (90° to 105°). 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. Make sure that the back of your lower legs do not press against the front of the chair.

• Extend your lower legs slightly so that the angle between

your thighs and lower legs is 90° or more.

• Place your feet flat on the floor. Only use a footrest when

attempts to adjust your chair and workstation fail to keep your feet flat.

• Be sure that you have adequate clearance between the top of your thighs and the

underside of your workstation.

• Use armrests or forearm supports to support your forearms. If adjustable, the armrests

or forearm supports should initially be lowered while all the other adjustments discussed in this section are made. Once all these adjustments are completed, raise the armrests or adjust the forearm supports until they touch the forearms and allow the shoulder muscles to relax.

Your Desk

There is no specific height recommended for your desk. This can vary between 60 and 70 cm, depending upon your size. The standard workaround is that it should be at approximately your elbow height.

The desktop should be clean and organised in such a way that frequently used objects are close enough without excessive reaching. If you use a document holder, it should be placed at approximately the same height as the monitor and at the same distance from the eyes to prevent frequent eye shifts.

The area underneath the desk should be clean to accommodate your legs and allow for stretching.

Your Input Devices

Note the following points when positioning your notebook or any external input devices.

• Position your keyboard directly in front of you. Avoid reaching when using your keyboard or mouse.

• If you use a mouse, position it at the same height as the keyboard and next to the keyboard. Keep your wrists straight and use your entire arm when moving a mouse. Do not grasp the mouse tightly. Grasp the mouse lightly and loosely.

• Adjust the keyboard height so that your elbows are near your body and your forearms are parallel to the floor, with your forearms resting on either armrests or forearm supports, in the manner described previously. If you do not have armrests or forearm supports, your upper arms should hang comfortably at your sides.

• Adjust the keyboard slope so that your wrists are straight while you are typing.

• 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-toreach keys, move your whole arm. Keep from bending your wrists, hands, or fingers sideways.

• Press the keys gently; do not bang them. Keep your shoulders, arms, hands and fingers relaxed.

Your Screen

Correct placement and adjustment of the screen can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the screen.

• Adjust the height of your screen so that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen.

• Position your screen no closer than 30 cm and no further away than 75 cm from your eyes. The optimal distance is between 35 cm and 45 cm.

• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 6 metres away. Blink often.

• Position the screen at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimise glare and

reflections. Adjust the screen tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect on your screen.

• If reflected light makes it hard for you to view your screen, use an anti-glare filter.

• Clean your screen regularly. Use a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth and a non-alcohol, neutral,

non-abrasive cleaning solution or glass cleaner to minimise dust.

• Adjust the screen brightness and contrast controls to enhance readability.

• Use a document holder placed close to the screen.

• Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or reference material) directly in front of you to minimise turning your head while you are typing.

• Get regular eye check-ups.

Reducing the Risk of Injuries

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 notebook in the proper manner described. Please note that some people are more susceptible to developing these disorders due to preexisting conditions or psychosocial factors.

For more information, please refer to: Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment → Potential Medical Conditions in this Electronic User Guide.

The precautions described below can however be taken in order to prevent physical discomfort.

Vary Your Workday

If you use your notebook for prolonged periods, follow these instructions.

• Vary your tasks throughout the day.

• Take frequent short breaks that involve walking, standing, and stretching. During these

breaks, stretch muscles and joints that were in one position for an extended period of time. Relax muscles and joints that were active.

• Use a timer or reminder software to remind you to take breaks.

• To enhance blood circulation, alter your sitting posture periodically and keep your hands

and wrists warm.

Practise Some Stretching Exercises

The daily exercises described below can be very effective in stopping Repetitive Strain Injury development or in minimising its effects. They can easily be carried out behind your notebook.

• Bend wrists, stretch and close fingers - stretch your arms and wrists with closed fingers; keep this pose for 8 seconds. Repeat the exercise 3 times. You can repeat the same exercise with your finger stretched.

• Lift shoulders - lift your shoulders straight up, hold that pose for 8 seconds and repeat the exercise 3 times.

• Rotate shoulders - rotate both your shoulders clockwise and counter-clockwise for 8 seconds. Repeat this exercise 3 times.

• Stretch neck and shoulders - bend your head to the left, right, front and back. Keep each position for 8 seconds. Repeat this exercise 3 times.

• Stretch the flexors - fold your hands into a praying position; palms flat against each other in front of your chest. Pull your hands gently downwards along your chest towards the stomach, keeping the elbows in the same position. Repeat the exercise 3 times and keep the pose for 8 seconds.

• Stretch the extensors - stretch your arm straight forward. Rotate your wrist 90° up towards you and keep your thumb down, so that your other fingers are all pointing upwards (your hand should look like it is held out, telling someone to stop). Grab your four fingers pointing upwards with your other hand, and gently pull them towards you, while keeping your arm straightened. Hold this pose for 8 seconds and repeat this exercise 3 times.

Potential Medical Conditions

Computers are used increasingly everywhere, with more and more people sitting in front of computers for a longer period of time. Some nerve, tendon and muscle disorders (musculoskeletal disorders) may be associated with repetitive activities, improper work environments, and incorrect working habits. Examples of musculoskeletal disorders that may be associated with certain forms of repetitive activities include: carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, tenosynovitis, de Quervain's tenosynovitis and trigger finger, as well as other nerve, tendon and muscle disorders.

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 notebook in the proper manner described. Please note that precautions can be taken in order to prevent physical discomfort.

For more information, please refer to: Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment → Reducing the Risk of Injuries in this Electronic User Guide.

Although some studies have shown an association between increasing hours of keyboard use and the development of some musculoskeletal disorders, it is still unclear whether working at a notebook causes such disorders. Some doctors believe that using the keyboard and mouse may aggravate existing musculoskeletal disorders.

Note

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.

Repetitive Strain Injury

Repetitive Strain Injury is caused by a constant tension of the muscles in your arms and by making the same repetitive movements with fingers, wrist and elbow when controlling the mouse. The symptoms are pain and stiffness in neck, shoulders, arms, wrists and hands. Other symptoms are cramps, tingling and exhaustion in these areas.

The Three Stages of Repetitive Strain Injury

Real Repetitive Strain Injury pain implies that the problems have persisted for a longer period of time, normally for a minimum of three months. The development can be divided into three stages:

• Stiffness, numbness, irritation, sometimes in combination with light or sharp pains. These problems disappear, but return when similar work is done.

• The problems do not disappear overnight. Continuous light pain, also after a period of rest. After a longer period of rest (holidays) the pain does go away, but returns easily when similar work is done.

• Continuous pain often combined with reduced strength and less accurate control. At work, the pain intensifies. When rested, the pain remains.

Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors

Pre-existing conditions that may cause or make some people more susceptible to musculoskeletal disorders include the following: hereditary factors, vascular disorders, obesity, nutritional deficiencies such as Vitamin B deficiency, endocrine disorders such as diabetes, hormonal imbalances, connective tissue disorders such as arthritis, prior trauma (to the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, or legs), prior musculoskeletal disorders, aging, fluid retention due to pregnancy, poor physical conditioning, dietary habits and other conditions.

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, cramp, stiffness, throbbing, weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, and/or legs.

Epilepsy Warning

Some people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to certain flashing lights or light patterns in their daily life. Such people may have a seizure while watching television images or playing certain games. This may happen even if the person has no medical history of epilepsy or has never had any epileptic seizures.

If you or anyone in your family has ever had symptoms related to epilepsy (seizures or loss of consciousness) when exposed to flashing lights, consult your doctor prior to playing games with such features. We advise that parents monitor the use of games by their children. If you or your child experience any of the following symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of consciousness, disorientation, any involuntary movement or convulsion while playing a game, IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your doctor.

Recovery Information (Windows® XP)

NEC Recovery Program (from backup partition)

Your notebook is supplied with a backup partition on the hard disk drive which contains all the data you may need in order to restore your configuration as it was when leaving the factory. This partition occupies about 8 GB of your hard disk drive.

CAUTION

This backup partition is hidden, but can be tampered with using the Disk Management Utility. Do NOT erase the partition with this utility.

The NEC Recovery Program can restore your notebook to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval.

CAUTION

Due to the wide range of reasons for which the Recovery Program may be used, no guarantee can be given that all data will be retained.

The procedure described below is only applicable if your backup data is stored on hard disk on your notebook.

CAUTION Before using the NEC Recovery Program it is recommended that you FIRST try fixing your computer with Windows® XP System Restore.

System Restore can be used to restore your computer to a previous state when it was known to function correctly, without affecting your personal data files (such as documents, browsing history, drawings, favourites, or e-mails).

The NEC Recovery Program Allows Two Types of Recovery

• Complete Recovery

Removes all your personal data and restores your notebook to its original factory state. By using this option, all your data will be lost (personal documents and settings, and driver updates).

• Partial Recovery

Restores your original operating system and software to their original factory state without deleting your personal data.

CAUTION

DO NOT SAVE your data in C:\WINDOWS. During the recovery process, all data contained in this folder will be deleted.

CAUTION

After recovery, all software titles that you have installed on your computer must be reinstalled before you can use them again.

IMPORTANT

Please read this section carefully before using NEC Recovery Program!

• Backup your personal files:

Save a copy of your personal documents onto memory cards or high capacity disks.

• Return your notebook to its original configuration:

1. Remove any additional hardware components (such as sound card, video card and network card) that you may have added to your notebook.

2. Reinstall the original NEC hardware components if you have removed them.

3. Make sure that your keyboard, mouse, monitor and speakers are connected properly (if applicable to your notebook).

4. Disconnect any additional devices that you have connected to your notebook (such as scanner and printer).

Starting the Recovery Program

To launch the Recovery Program, you can press the <F11> key upon startup.

If your notebook cannot display the Windows® desktop, restart your notebook. When the NEC logo appears, Press the <F11> key for a few seconds to start the Recovery Program.

CAUTION

If the backup data in your computer has been erased or damaged, only the Complete Recovery option will be available.

If you wish to perform a Complete Recovery:

CAUTION

Complete Recovery will remove all your personal data and restore your computer to its original factory state.

Select Complete Recovery and click on Next. Then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery.

If you wish to perform a Partial Recovery:

1. Select Partial Recovery and click on Next.

2. On the next screen, select the User Profile (or User Account) you wish to retain from the list and click on Next.

• If you select the “No Profile” option, you will need to create one or several new profiles as when you started the notebook for the first time. However, all personal data that was stored on the notebook will be retained.

• If you restore a specific user profile, your notebook will display the Windows® desktop of that specific profile in the same state as it was before the recovery, but note that redundant program shortcuts in the Start menu will be removed. In both cases all your personal data and settings will be retained in the Documents and Settings folder on the hard disk drive.

3. The next screen displays a summary of your selected options. Click on Next to launch recovery.

Note

There may be a delay the first time Windows® restarts after the recovery process. This delay depends on the amount of data that must be retrieved from the selected account.

4. After the Partial Recovery process has been completed and if you have used default Windows® settings, you may retrieve your data in the following locations:

• Your Documents and Settings: C:\documents and Settings\[Chosen User Name]\...

• Applications: C:\Program Files\[Application Name]\...

• Other files:

You can use the Windows® Search Engine to find other files.

CAUTION

You should consider deleting items on the desktop and in the Start Menu, and also folders for applications you no longer wish to use. DO NOT delete folders for software that you did not originally install yourself – they may contain important Windows® files.

5. Finally, reinstall software titles you wish to use.

Contact NEC Customer Support

If you are not able to resolve your problem you can contact NEC Customer Support. Please check the terms of your warranty, and have the serial number of your notebook at hand before you call us. Please write down any error message causing the problem, and have the notebook in front of you, switched on if possible.

Safety Notices

• Modifications to the Product

• Radio Frequency Interference Statement

• Connections and Remote Earth

• Power Supply and Cables

• Batteries

• Laser Compliance Statement

• Thunderstorm Warning

• Radio-communication Regulation (if applicable)

• Additional Notices

• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and ESD Protection

• Product Storage Environment Guidelines

• Recommended Environment

Modifications to the Product

Radio Frequency Interference

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorised modifications to this equipment.

Safety Warning

The manufacturer is not responsible for any safety hazards caused by unauthorised modifications to this equipment.

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. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorised modifications to this equipment.

Note

This is a Class B digital device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the CISPR22 Standard (CISPR is the acronym for the French name of the International Special Committee on Radio Interference, IEC). These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to the radio or television reception, which can be determined by switching the equipment on and off to check its effect on reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by applying one or more of the following measures:

• Reposition or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an AC power outlet on a circuit separate from the one to which

the receiver is connected.

To meet the CISPR22 Standard, shielded cables and power cords are required when connecting this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified devices.

Connections and Remote Earth

Protected Extra Low Voltage (PELV)

To ensure the extra-low voltage integrity of the equipment, only connect equipment with mains-protected, electrically-compatible circuits to the external ports.

Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)

Each input and output of this product is classified as Safety Extra Low Voltage.

Remote Earth

To prevent electrical shocks, connect all local (individual office) notebooks and computer support equipment to the same electrical circuit of the building's wiring. If you are unsure, check the building's wiring to avoid remote earth conditions.

Building Supply

Only connect the equipment to a building supply that is in accordance with current wiring regulations in your country.

Power Supply and Cables

Depending on the model you purchased, some models may come with more than one type of power cord.

Please note the following identifications to ensure that you are using the right power cord in order to avoid electrical shock hazards.

This power cord plug is suitable for use in Malaysia,

Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Maldives.

This power cord plug is suitable for use in Thailand and Philippines.

This power cord plug is ONLY suitable for use in Indonesia, Mongolia and most countries in Europe except United Kingdom.

This power cord plug is suitable for use in Australia and New Zealand. The live and neutral pins have insulation as

an extra safety precaution.

WARNING

Failure to use the correct power cords may result in electrical shock.

Power Supply

The power supply socket-inlet and socket-outlet (if equipped) are classified as Hazardous Voltage.

You must unplug the power supply cord to disconnect the equipment from the power supply. For this purpose, the socket-outlet should be installed as close to the equipment as possible and should be easily accessible.

In Europe, before plugging the power cord into an AC power outlet, check if the voltage selector switch for the power supply of the computer (if available) is in the “230 V” position. In the U.S.A. and Canada, before plugging the power cord into an AC power outlet, check if the voltage selector switch for the power supply of the computer (if available) is in the “115 V” position. In Asia, before plugging the power cord into an AC power outlet, check if the voltage selector switch for the power supply of the computer (if available) is in the “230 V” position.

Under no circumstances should the user attempt to disassemble the power supply. The power supply has no user-replaceable parts. The power supply has hazardous voltages that can cause serious personal injury.

A defective power supply must be immediately returned to your dealer.

Power Cables

This equipment requires a 3-wire, grounded power cord. The cord length must not exceed 2.5 metres. To prevent electrical hazards, do not remove or disable the ground contact on the power cord. Replace the power cord if it gets damaged. Contact your dealer for an exact replacement. In Europe, the plug must be rated for 250 VAC, 10 amp minimum. In the U.S.A. and Canada, the plug must be rated for 125 VAC, 10 amp minimum. The plug must display an international agency approval marking. The cord must be suitable for use in your country. Consult your dealer or the local electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord to use in your country.

Cables

The EMC performance of the notebook is guaranteed only if the cable and interface use efficient shielding.

The use of shielded interface cable is required for USB, IEEE 1394, serial, printer, game, analogue or digital audio/video, Ethernet LAN, PS/2, TV or FM antennas, and generally all high speeds cable interfaces.

Only Ethernet LAN or RTC modem cables can have lengths exceeding 3 metres.

For Ethernet LAN cable, use FTP shielded cables only (Cat ≥ 5).

Heat build-up

The AC adaptor and the underside of the notebook can become hot after prolonged use. Sustained physical contact with either should be avoided.

Batteries

Replacing batteries

A lithium-battery in some computers maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, we recommend that you replace the battery. For battery replacement information, call your dealer or your Customer Assistance Centre.

Unauthorised repairs or replacement of battery cells or parts in a battery-pack will void the safety and fire warranty.

WARNING

Battery Disposal

The ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Do not place used batteries in your regular waste: incineration, land filling or mixing of batteries with municipal solid waste stream are prohibited by law in most countries.

Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding environmentsound collection, recycling and disposal of used batteries.

Laser Compliance Statement

The optical devices are tested and certified to be compliant with the International Electrotechnical Commission IEC825-1 and the European Norm EN60825-1 and the EN60825-2 regulations for Class 1 laser products.

Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The optical devices are designed so that there is no risk of human exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions.

The optical devices installed in your notebook are designed for use solely as components of such electronic products and therefore do not comply with the appropriate requirements of Code of Federal Regulation Sec. 1040.10 and Sec. 1040.11 for COMPLETE laser products.

Thunderstorm Warning

• This warning is only applicable if the product you purchased has a modem and/or TV- tuner.

Similar precautions should be taken if you are connecting a modem or TV- tuner to the product.

• It is advisable to connect a telephone cable and/or an antenna cable to wall plugs which are

equipped with lightning-surge protection. If this is unavailable, then avoid connecting both cables during thunderstorms.

• Always disconnect the telephone cable and/or the antenna cable even though the product is

shut down or in standby mode.

Radio-communication Regulation (if applicable)

Specific regulations apply when using wireless radio-communication products.

Additional Notices

Each input or output of this product is classified as Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV).

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and ESD Protection

WARNING

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, cards, memory modules and other parts. We recommend that you carry out all procedures in this guide only at an ESD-workstation. If one is not available, provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap attached to any unpainted metal surface when handling parts. If you do not have one, discharge static electricity from yourself and your clothing by touching a nearby metal surface before handling any internal components.

Product Storage Environment Guidelines

1. When the product is in use (or started up):

• This product is best used in temperatures from 15ºC to 25ºC, although it will operate

normally from 5ºC to 35ºC.

• Avoid placing the product in a dusty environment as excessive dust might be sucked

into the machine body, reducing its cooling efficiency.

• Do not try to block any ventilation holes as you may cause the product to over-heat.

• Do not place the product in a humid environment to avoid rusting or corrosion due to

excessive water vapourisation.

2. When the product is shut down:

• Avoid placing the product for a prolonged time in hot environments (with an excessive

temperature of above 60ºC) as that can damage the LCD panel or cause the battery pack to explode or leak.

• If you plan to keep the product unused for a long period, do charge the battery to full

capacity and then disconnect the battery pack before putting the notebook in storage.

• Avoid placing the product in extreme cold conditions (below 0ºC).

Recommended Environment

Operation

• Temperature: 5°C to 35°C

• Relative Humidity: 10% to 80% (Non-condensing)

• Gradient: 10°C/hr

Glossary

Term

Definition

Alternating Current

BIOS

Basic Input/Output System

CMOS

Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor

CPU

Central Processing Unit

Direct Current

DHCP

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

FLAC

Free Lossless Audio Codec

Frequency Modulation

FTP

File Transfer Protocol

Gigabyte (1,000,000,000 bytes)

GIF

Graphic Interchange Format

HDD

Hard Disk Drive

ISP

Internet Service Provider

JPEG

Joint Photographic Expert Group

LAN; Wireless LAN

Local Area Network; Wireless Local Area Network

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display

LED

Light-Emitting Diode

Personal Computer

PNG

Portable Network Graphic

RAM

Random Access Memory

SD/SDHC

Secure Digital/Secure Digital High Capacity

SDIO

Secure Digital Input/Output

TCP/IP

Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol

Television

UDF

Universal Disc Format

UPS

Uninterruptible Power Supply

USB

Universal Serial Bus

VGA

Video Graphics Array

WAV

Waveform Audio Format

WMA

Windows Media Audio

This original copy of the agreement is your proof of license. Please treat it as valuable property.

NEC Computers Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. License Agreement

IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY

BEFORE USING SOFTWARE OR OPENING SOFTWARE PACKET(S).

Unless a separate multilingual license booklet is included in your product package, the following license Agreement applies to you. Please take note that some third party software supplied to you may be covered by other license agreements. Please refer to all the relevant license agreements provided for important terms and conditions applicable to such software. This is a legal and binding Agreement made between you (either as an individual or as an entity) and NEC Computers Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. (NECCAP). This Agreement covers all software that is distributed with NECCAP’s product, for which there is no separate license agreement between you and the manufacturer or owner of the software (collectively referred to as “the Software”). By using the Software that has been pre-loaded or embedded in your product or installing or downloading the Software that is included with your product or opening the sealed software packet(s) you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this Agreement, promptly return the unopened software packet(s) and the accompanying items (including but not limited to the written materials and binders or other packages) to the place you obtained them and delete any preloaded or embedded software.

NECCAP SOFTWARE LICENSE

GRANT OF LICENSE

You are permitted to use one copy of the specified version of the NECCAP CD-ROM product identified above on any single computer, provided the Software is in use on only one computer at any time. If you have multiple licenses for the Software, then at any time, you may have as many copies of the Software in use as you have licenses. The Software is ‘in use’ on a computer when it is loaded into the temporary memory (i.e. RAM) or installed in the permanent memory (e.g. hard disk, CD-ROM, or other storage device of that computer). A copy of Software installed on a network server for the sole purpose of distribution to other computers is not ‘in use’ if you have a separate license for each computer to which the Software is distributed. You must ensure that, you have purchased additional licenses until the number of licenses is equivalent to the number of users before allowing the users to use the Software. If you are a commercial customer of NECCAP, you hereby irrevocably grant NECCAP the right to perform an audit of your use of the Software during normal hours, you agree to cooperate with NECCAP in such audit and you agree to provide NECCAP with all records related to the use of the Software. Such audit is strictly for the purpose of confirmation of your compliance with the terms of this Agreement.

The Software is owned by NECCAP or its suppliers and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provision. Therefore, you must treat the Software like any other copyrighted material (e.g. a book or musical recording) except that you may either (a) make one copy of the floppy disk portion of the Software, if solely for backup or archival purposes, or (b) for the transfer of the floppy disk portion of the Software to a single hard disk provided you keep the original solely for backup or archival purposes. You may not copy the CD-ROM disc portion of the Software or the written materials accompanying the Software.

OTHER RESTRICTIONS

You may not rent or lease the Software, but you may transfer the Software and accompanying written materials on a permanent basis provided you retain no copies and the recipient agrees to the terms of this Agreement. You may not reverse, engineer, decompile or disassemble the Software. Any transfer of the Software must include the most recent update and all prior versions. You may not use the disks on another computer or network, or loan, rent, lease or transfer them to another use except as permitted by this Agreement.

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Software is distributed and licensed “AS IS”, with no warranties whatsoever, express or implied permissible under the law. NECCAP warrants that the media containing the Software is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of time (please refer to your warranty card/guide) from the date you receive the Software. Any hardware accompanying the Software, shall be limited to NECCAP’s then-current hardware limited warranty. Due to the complex nature of computer software, NECCAP and its suppliers do not warrant that the Software is completely error free, will operate without interruption, or is compatible with all equipment and software configurations. You expressly assume all risk for use of Software or program. This limited warranty is solely for your own benefit and shall not be transferred or assigned in any manner whatsoever.

NOT CO VERED

This warranty does not cover technical assistance for software training and usage whatsoever.

CUSTOMER REMEDIES

During the warranty period NECCAP and its suppliers’ entire liability and your customer rights shall be, at NECCAP’s discretion, repair or replacement of the Software that does not meet this Limited Warranty and which is returned to NECCAP with a dated proof of purchase and authorisation number to NECCAP at your own cost, risk and expense. If dated proof of purchase is not provided, NECCAP’s authorised service provider will not render service or may charge the customer for the service(s) performed. This limited warranty is void if product failure has resulted from accident, abuse, misuse or misapplication.

NO OTHER WARRANTIES

NECCAP and its suppliers’ disclaim all other warranties, either express or implied including, but not limited to expressed or implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with regards to the Software and the accompanying written materials. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

NO L IA BILITY FOR C ON SEQUE NTIAL DAMAGES In no event shall NECCAP or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever (including without limitation, damage s for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or an inability to use this product, even if NECCAP or its suppliers has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states/countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.

Copyright

Notebook Electronic User Guide, NEC VERSA N1200 Series 1.0 version, 1/2009. Copyright © 2009, NEC Computers Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd (418989-A) (“NECCAP”). This guide and all software described in it are copyrighted with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted, in any form or by any means, whether electronic, chemical, manual or otherwise, including but not limited to photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems, for any purpose without prior written permission of NECCAP.

Disclaimer

NECCAP specifically disclaims all warranties, either expressed or imp lied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to this product and documentation to the extent permitted by the law. NECCAP reserves the right to revise or make changes or improvements to this product or documentation at any time without any obligation to notify any person or user of such revisions or improvements.

In no event shall NECCAP be liable for any consequential or incidental damages, including but not limited to loss of business profits or any other commercial damages, arising out of the use of this product.

Trademarks

NEC VERSA is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation, used under license.

Celeron, Celeron Inside, Centrino, Centrino Inside, Centrino Logo, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Intel Viiv, Intel vPro, Itanium, Itanium Inside, Pentium, Pentium Inside, Viiv Inside, vPro Inside, Xeon, and Xeon Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Cyberlink is a registered trademark of Cyberlink Corporation.

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with SiteAdvisor™.

McAfee and its product names are registered trademarks of McAfee, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the US and/or other countries.

Microsoft®, Encarta, MSN, Windows®, Microsoft® Outlook, Microsoft® Office logo and Windows® logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of ©2009 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows® XP is either a registered trademark or trademark of ©2009 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

SRS Premium Sound, SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. (For specific models only).

This product is ENERGY STAR qualified and meets ENERGY STAR requirement, should you find there is an Energy Star certification mark on it.

Other product names mentioned in this reference may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. NECCAP claims no interest in trademarks other than its own.

Official Name of the Software Used

(Notation)

Windows XP,

Windows XP

Home Edition

Windows XP,

Windows XP

Professional

Internet Explorer

Windows Media

Center

(Official Name)

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition operating system Service Pack 2

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system Service Pack 2

Windows® Internet Explorer®

Windows® Media Center

Nec N1200 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About Your Electronic User Guide

Text Setup

Electronic User Guide

Basic Care and Handling Tips

Notebook Care

Precautions for Notebook Use

Storage Requirements

Routine Cleaning

Introducing Your NEC VERSA

Getting to Know Your Notebook

NEC VERSA

The Front View of the Notebook

The Back View of the Notebook

The Left Side View of the Notebook

The Right Side View of the Notebook

The Bottom View of the Notebook

Keyboard

LED Behaviour

Function Keys

Optional Accessories

Using the Touchpad

Power Sources

AC Adaptor

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Using the Battery

Charging the Battery

Low Battery Power

Conserving Battery Power

Battery Precautions

Replacing the Battery

Removing the Battery in Your Notebook

Installing the Battery in Your Notebook

Handling the Battery

Disposing of the Battery

Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows® XP

Entering BIOS Setup

BIOS Setup Menus

Windows® XP Operating System Introduction

Windows® XP Operating Systems

Tips for Using Windows® XP

Notebook Components

System Configuration Label

Applications

Hiding the Taskbar

CyberLink PowerCinema

CyberLink SoftDMA 1.5

McAfee® Internet Security Suite with Site AdvisorTM

SRS Premium Sound

Operating Environment

Preventive Maintenance

Taking Care of Your Notebook

Shipping Your Notebook

Preparing for Travel

Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment

Arrange Your Equipment

Your Chair

Your Desk

Your Input Devices

Your Screen

Reducing the Risk of Injuries

Vary Your Workday

Practise Some Stretching Exercises

Potential Medical Conditions

Repetitive Strain Injury

Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors

Epilepsy Warning

Recovery Information (Windows® XP)

Contact NEC Customer Support

Safety Notices

Modifications to the Product

Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Connections and Remote Earth

Protected Extra Low Voltage (PELV)

Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)

Remote Earth

Building Supply