Nec POWERMATE P user Manual

POWERMATE P

Electronic User’s Guide

Table of Contents

Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time	6
Setting Up Your Operating System	20
Getting to Know Your Computer	23
Communicating With Your Computer	40
Applications	42
Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista®	70
Recovery Information for Windows Vista® only	72
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)	77
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment	85
Safety Notices	91
Glossary	101
License Agreement	102
Copyright	104
Trademarks	105
Official Name of the Software Used	106

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About Your Electronic User’s 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.

Text Setup

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

Note

Notes give particularly important information about an item being described.

CAUTION

Cautions indicate situations that can damage the computer hardware or software.

WARNING

Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or even loss of life.

**For specific models only

Items marked with an asterisk (*) denotes optional items only supplied for specific models. If the items are not found in the packaging box, it means that they are not applicable to the system you have just purchased, hence they are not included for you in the system.

Electronic User’s Guide

To help you familiarise yourself with your new system, we have preinstalled an “Electronic User’s Guide” for you inside the system (for specific models only, and only applicable to the Windows® operating system). This guide will contain more information on your system and Windows®.

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

Note

We recommend that you print this documentation. It will then be easily accessible even when your system is shut down. To print the Electronic User’s 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.

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Basic Care and Handling Tips

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

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

Keep the computer dry.

Do not wipe the computer with a wet cloth or pour fluid onto it.

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

Check the computer for condensation.

If condensation is present, allow it to evaporate before switching on the computer.

Keep the computer away from dust, sand and dirt.

CAUTION

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

•The power cord has been damaged or frayed.

•Liquid has spilled on or into the computer.

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

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Storage Requirements

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

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

Before turning on the computer, wait until the computer's internal temperature stabilises with the new environment and any internal moisture has evaporated.

•Operate and store your computer within the recommended temperatures and humidity levels (refer to the section on “Product Storage Environment Guidelines” for more information).

•Keep the storage area free from vibration and magnetic fields.

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

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

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Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time

Packing List

Before you begin using your computer, please remove all the items inside the packaging box and make sure that you have all the items in the packing list, illustrated below.

1. System Unit

P4000 Series

P6000 Series

2.Wired Keyboard & Wired Mouse*

3.Wireless Keyboard & Wireless Mouse*

4. Power Cable & AC Adaptor	5. Gadget Pocket (only available for
	P4000 series)

6. Cable Cover (only available for	7. Hinge Stopper (only available for
P4000 series)	P6000 series)

Note

The illustrations, colours and pictures shown are for descriptive purposes. They may vary slightly from country to country and the unit you purchase.

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Note

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

Setting Up and Booting Your Computer

The first thing you need to do is to set your computer up correctly, making sure that all the essential devices and cables are properly connected.

Note

The P4000 series and P6000 series have different setups. For Step 1, please follow the steps relevant to your system unit before proceeding to Step 2.

Step 1a (for P4000 series only)

The P4000 series system unit is shipped with a complete setup, with its stand already open and a pre-installed hinge stopper. Place the system unit in its proper position.

CAUTION

Do not force the stand to close or it may break due to its hinge stopper. If you want to remove it, refer to the section on “Removing the Hinge Stopper and Back Cover”.

P4000 series

Step 1b (for P4000 series only)

Installing the Gadget Pocket (only available for P4000 series)

a.The gadget pocket has two slots on its back to allow for attachment on the back of the system unit.

Front view

Back View

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b.The system unit has two fastening clips on its back, one on each side.

Close-up side view of fastening clips

c.Align the slots on the back of the gadget pocket with the fastening clips on the back of the system unit.

Left slot to left fastening clip	Right slot to right fastening clip

d. Push down lightly until the slots are securely fastened onto the fastening clips.

e. The gadget pocket is now ready to use.

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f.It can be used to store devices, peripherals and gadgets neatly.

Storing a mouse

g.To store a keyboard, remove the two plates from inside the gadget pocket first. These plates can slide in and out along grooves inside the gadget pocket.

Removing the metal plates

Storing a keyboard

Note

Keep the plates in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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Step 1 (for P6000 series only)

a. Position the system unit carefully so that the screen is facing down.

Note

Use a smooth, flat surface, and cover it with a non-abrasive material such as a soft cloth to prevent damage to your screen.

CAUTION

The hinge stopper must be installed. Without it, the system unit will fall and may get damaged.

b.Carefully open the stand. The stand is attached with a spring, so use your hand to hold it open.

c.Attach the hinge stopper by first inserting the top clips into their corresponding slots. Secondly, insert the bottom clip into its corresponding slot.

d. Slowly release the stand. Place the system unit in its proper position.

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Step 2

Note

If you are using a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, ignore Step 2 and proceed to Step 3.

Connect the USB connectors of the keyboard and mouse into any USB ports on the system unit. In this example we will be using the USB ports located on the back of the system unit.

P4000 series

P6000 series

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Step 3

CAUTION

Before you connect or disconnect the power cord at the AC Port of your computer, please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet.

Only use the power cable that comes with your computer. Although other power cables may look similar, using them may damage your computer.

P4000 series

(i)Now, connect the power cable to the system unit.

(ii)Hold the cable cover over the cable head.

(iii)Push the cover down lightly until it is securely fastened over the cable head.

P6000 series

(i)Now, connect the power cable to the system unit.

(ii)There is a fastening hook located on the P6000 series back panel. This is for slotting in the power cable so that it does not get tangled.

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Step 4

P4000 series

(i)Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug.

(ii)Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet.

P6000 series

(i)Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug.

(ii)Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet.

CAUTION

Do not cover or place objects on the AC adaptor. Keeping the adaptor clear of objects will allow the adaptor to cool properly during use. Only use the AC adaptor that comes with your computer. Although other adaptors look similar, using them can damage your computer.

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.

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Step 5

Switch on the AC power outlet. Then, press the “Power” button on the system unit to boot or start up your computer for the first time. The power button is located on the top of the system.

P4000 series

P6000 series

And that’s all! You’ve successfully booted your computer for the first time.

Note

If you are using a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, proceed to “Using a Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse”. Then, proceed to the section on “Setting up Your Operating System”.

Now, proceed to the section on “Setting up Your Operating System” to learn how to set up your computer’s operating system.

WARNING

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

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Using a Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse

Once you have switched on the power to your computer, follow these steps to install your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse.

Step 1

a. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the wireless keyboard by sliding off the cover. Take care not to break the cover.

b.Insert batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity signs inside the battery compartment.

c. Place the battery compartment cover on the back of the wireless keyboard by sliding back the cover.

d.Turn off the power switch of the wireless mouse on the bottom back of the wireless mouse.

e.Remove the battery compartment cover. Take care not to break the cover.

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f.Insert batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity signs inside the battery compartment.

g.Place the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the wireless mouse.

h. Turn on the power switch of the wireless mouse on the bottom back of the wireless mouse.

Step 2

Synchronise the keyboard with your system unit

You will now perform the ID-pairing procedure. This is a recognition function that helps to protect against interference from other RF products in the same environment.

a.Press and hold the connect button on the back of the system unit for about 6 seconds until its receiver LED flashes.

P4000 series

P6000 series

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b.Press and hold the connect button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard for at least 6 seconds until the wireless keyboard LED (on the upper right side of the wireless keyboard) flashes once. Wait for 1 minute until the connection is established.

Synchronise the mouse with your system unit

c.Press and hold the connect button on the bottom of the wireless mouse for about 6 seconds until its LED is off, then release.

That’s all! You should be able to properly use your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse now. Changing batteries should not affect the ID-pairing, and you can operate your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse from up to 10 metres away from the receiver.

Should either the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse fail to work, repeat the steps above to repair the ID-pairing.

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Removing the Hinge Stopper and Back Cover (only available for P4000 series)

The P4000 series system unit may be mounted on a wall using a VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) Standard mount. To mount the system unit, you must first remove the rear stand and back cover.

Note

VESA Standard wall mounting parts can be purchased from a computer accessories shop. Specific mounting instructions will be provided with the purchased parts. Check with the supplier you have purchased it from to make sure you obtain the specific instructions.

a. Position the system unit carefully so that the screen is facing down.

Note

Use a smooth, flat surface, and cover it with a non-abrasive material such as a soft cloth to prevent damage to your screen.

	b. Remove the hinge stopper carefully to avoid breaking any		C. Close the rear stand
	parts.

d. Remove the screws with a compatible screwdriver.

Note

Keep the screws in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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e.Remove the back cover carefully. Your system unit is now ready to install the VESA Standard wall mounting parts.

back cover has been removed

CAUTION

When mounting the system unit, please be extra careful not to drop or damage any parts. Handle all the steps carefully and do not expose yourself to unnecessary risk.

Note

Keep the parts in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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Setting up Your Operating System

Windows Vista® Operating System Setup

For Windows Vista® Operating system setup

When you switch on the computer, the message “©Microsoft Corporation” will be displayed. Please wait a while for the First page of set up Windows® screen to be displayed.

1: Initial Windows® setup screen.

Choose your appropriate Country or Region, Time and Currency, and Keyboard Layout. Then click the Next button at the lower right corner.

2: The End User License Agreement screen.

Carefully read the license agreement and click in the relevant check box to accept its terms. Click the Next button.

3: Username and picture selection screen.

Enter a username and password (optional) and also choose a picture at the bottom of the screen to represent your user account. Click the Next button.

4: Computer name and desktop background selection screen.

Enter a computer name then choose a desktop background from 6 options available at the bottom of the screen. Click the Next button.

5: Helping protect Windows® automatically screen.

There are 3 options available; read each description and click your preferred option.

6: Time and date settings screen.

Choose and set appropriate Time Zone, Date and Time. Click the Next button.

7: Computer’s current location screen.

This page only appears if your computer is connected to a network. There are 3 options available; read each description and click your preferred option.

8: Thank you! screen.

Click the Start button to complete the Windows Vista® operating system installation.

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Dual Boot (2 languages)

For Hong Kong dual boot models only

Your computer has already been pre-installed with 2 language versions of the Windows Vista® operating system, that is, in English and Traditional Chinese. When you start your computer for the first time, you are required to choose either one of the operating system languages you prefer (please refer to the screen illustration below). Please select the language you prefer carefully as this can only be done once.

You will see the message "©Microsoft Corporation” displayed on your screen. Please wait for a moment while the initial Windows® setup screen loads. Please refer to section “Windows Vista® Operating System Setup” for the rest of the instructions.

IMPORTANT

Windows® Language Selection

*This option is applicable to Hong Kong dual boot models only.

CAUTION

Once you have selected the language you prefer, your operating system will be installed with the selected language permanently. You will not be able to change this selection for the operating system language.

Referring to the guide provided above, please follow the on screen instructions accordingly.

Windows Vista® FAQ

Please visit our “Questions and Answers” website frequently to obtain the latest information and updates regarding your system:

http://www.nec-computers-ap.com/faq/vista.asp

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Shutting Down Windows Vista®

When you have finished using the computer, it is important to remember to shut it down properly. An improper shutting down of the computer can cause important data to be lost or damaged, and may even cause damage to the computer hardware.

Please follow the steps below to correctly shutdown Windows Vista® and switch off your computer.

Step 1

Save all of your work before closing them. Then, exit all of the programs that you have opened. Ensure that there are no programs that have been left open.

Step 2

Click Start on your taskbar. From the menu that appears, click >.

Step 3

Select the “Shut Down” option from the window that appears. Your computer will now shut down. When your screen goes blank, remember to switch off the main AC power.

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Getting To Know Your Computer

The Front View of the Computer

P4000 series

		Part		Icon	Name		Description
A					HDD/ Optical Disc	Blinks white. Indicates that the computer is
		N/A			Drive LED		accessing the hard disk drive or optical disc
					Indicator		drive.
B					Memory Card		Blinks white. Indicates that the computer is
		N/A			Reader LED		accessing the memory card reader.
					Indicator
C		N/A		N/A	Speakers		Provides sound for your multimedia
							presentations or listening pleasure.
P6000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A			Power LED	When white, indicates that computer is
	N/A		Indicator	active. When amber, indicates that
				computer is in Standby Mode.
B			HDD/ Optical Disc	LED blinks white. Indicates that the
	N/A		Drive LED	computer is accessing the hard disk drive
			Indicator	or optical disc drive.
C	N/A	N/A	3W + 3W Speaker	Provides sound for your multimedia
				presentations or listening pleasure.

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The Left Side View of the Computer

P4000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A			Memory Card	This slot enables you to read data from SDHC
			Reader	memory cards.
B			Microphone	Allows you to plug in and use a microphone.
			Jack
C			Headphone	Allows you to plug in headphone and listen to
			Jack	music.
D			USB Charger	Enables the USB charger mode.
			Port

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P6000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A			Memory Card	LED blinks blue, when the computer is
	N/A	N/A	Reader LED	accessing the memory card reader.
			Indicator
B			Memory Card	This slot enables you to read data from SDHC
			Reader	memory cards.
C			Mini IEEE	An IEEE 1394 port (also known as FireWire™
		IEEE 1394	1394 Port	or i.LINK) allows you to connect high-speed
				digital devices to your computer, such as
				digital video cameras, external hard disk
				drives, or scanners.
D			Microphone	Allows you to plug in and use a microphone.
			Jack
E			Headphone	Allows you to plug in headphone and listen to
			Jack	music.
F			USB Charger	Enables the USB charger mode.
			Port

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The Right Side View of the Computer

P4000 series

	Part	Icon	Name
A			Power LED
	N/A		Indicator
B			Optical Disc
			Drive

C		Disc Eject
		Button
D		Night Mode
	N/A	LED
		Indicator
E		Brightness
		Button
		Night Mode
		Button
F		USB 2.0 Port

Description

When white, indicates that computer is active. When amber, indicates that computer is in Standby Mode.

The optical drive that comes with your computer depends on the configurations of the purchased computer. Typically, your optical drive should be able to access most common optical discs such as CDs and DVDs. This drive only supports the standard 5¼ inch (12-cm diameter) optical disc.

Pressing this button opens the optical disc drive door.

When LED is blue, indicates that computer is in Night Mode (In Night Mode, the screen switches off while the computer remains active).

Rolling this button up or down adjusts the screen brightness.

Pressing this button toggles on/off Night Mode.

The USB allows for instant plug-and-play access. It is recommended that you use the USB ports located on the back panel for USB devices.

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P6000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A			Optical Disc	The optical drive that comes with your
			Drive	computer depends on the configurations of
				the purchased computer. Typically, your
				optical drive should be able to access most
				common optical discs such as CDs and
				DVDs. This drive only supports the standard
				5¼ inch (12-cm diameter) optical disc.
B			Disc Eject	Pressing this button opens the optical disc
			Button	drive door.
C			Wireless LAN	LED blinks blue when Wireless LAN is
	N/A	N/A	LED	enabled.
			Indicator
D			Wireless LAN	Enables or disables a Wireless LAN
			Button	connection.
E			Night Mode	When LED is blue, indicates that computer is
	N/A		LED	in Night Mode. (In Night Mode, the screen
			Indicator	switches off while the computer remains
				active).
F			Brightness	Rolling this button up or down adjusts the
			Button	screen brightness.
			Night Mode	Pressing this button toggles on/off Night
			Button	Mode.
G			USB 2.0 Port	The USB allows for instant plug-and-play
				access. It is recommended that you use the
				USB ports located on the back panel for USB
				devices.

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The Back View of the Computer

P4000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A	N/A	N/A	Ventilator	This provides ventilation, to ensure your
				computer’s temperature is optimal.
B			Security	This slot is for fitting a security cable device
			Cable Slot	for extra protection of your computer.
C			AC Power	Lets you connect the computer to an AC
			Port	power source.
D			Ethernet /	Connects to a network cable.
			LAN Port
E			USB 2.0	The USB allows for instant plug-and-play
			Ports	access.
F			Connect	LED blinks blue, when the wireless keyboard
	N/A	N/A	Button LED	or wireless mouse is connected.
			Indicator
G			Connect	Lets you connect a wireless mouse and
		CONNECT	Button	wireless keyboard.
H			Wireless LAN	LED blinks blue, when Wireless LAN is
	N/A	N/A	LED	enabled.
			Indicator
I			Wireless LAN	Enables or disables a Wireless LAN
			button	connection.

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P6000 series

	Part	Icon	Name	Description
A	N/A	N/A	Ventilator	This provides ventilation, to ensure your
				computer’s temperature is optimal.
B			USB 2.0	The USB allows for instant plug-and-play
			Ports	access.
C	N/A	N/A	Connect LED	LED blinks blue, when the wireless keyboard
			Indicator	or wireless mouse is connected.
D			Ethernet /	Connects to a network cable.
			LAN Port
E			Connect	Lets you connect a wireless mouse and
		CONNECT	Button	wireless keyboard.
F			AC Power	Lets you connect the computer to an AC
			Port	power source.
G	N/A	N/A	Fastening	This is for slotting in the power cable so that
			Hook	it does not get tangled.

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The Keyboard

The wired keyboard

The wired keyboard contains many of the standard keys found on other keyboards. In addition, the NEC keyboard features special keys called “Hotkeys” which allow the user to quickly perform functions or launch operations with a single keystroke.

The table below describes each set of keys typically found on the wired keyboard.

Note

The actual keyboard may vary slightly from the one shown here, depending on the computer model you purchased.

	Item	Description
A	Esc	Cancels most current tasks.
B	Sleep Key	Turn the system into Sleep mode, which it shuts down disk activity and
		lowers energy consumption.
C	Browsing	Browsing keys are available on the keyboard. For more information,
	Keys	please refer to the section on “Browsing Keys”.
D	Function	Function keys are available on the keyboard.
	Keys
E	Multimedia	Multimedia keys available on the keyboard. For more information, please
	Keys	refer to the section on “Media Keys”.
F	Special	Lets you position the cursor on the screen where you want to. On the
	Function	screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block or vertical line
	Keys	depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next
		character or text typed is inserted. Toggling on/off Insert determines
		whether characters you type is inserted into or replaces existing ones.
		Delete deletes characters or highlighted items. Home brings you to
		the start of a line. End takes you to the end of a line. Page Up takes
		you one page up. Page Down takes you one page down.
G	LED	LED Indicators that light up to indicate certain keyboard settings. For
	Indicators	more information, please refer to the section on “LED Indicators”.
H	Number	Used to enter numbers or special characters. Press “Shift” simultaneously
	Keys	for characters on the top.
I	Control	Ctrl, Alt, Fn and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other keys
	Keys	to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold the
		control key while pressing any other key.

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