Nec VERSA 5000 SERVICE MANUAL
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Using this Guide
The NEC Versa® 5000 Series User’s Guide gives you the
information you need to maximize the use of your NEC
Versa 5000 Series notebook computer. Read this guide to
familiarize yourself with the system and its features. For
specific information see:
Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” to acquaint yourself with
the system hardware.
Chapter 2, “Introducing the Software,” for a summary
of the applications loaded on your system. We included
software to let you experience the full spectrum of the
system, from creating vivid multimedia presentations to
simply enjoying an audio CD.
Chapter 3, “Using Setup and Power Management,” to
customize your notebook’s system parameters and
power management settings.
Chapter 4, “Using Your NEC Versa,” for an understanding of NEC Versa features and functionality. You’ll also
master procedures for connecting external options like
headphones, microphone or speakers.
Chapter 5, “Using Multimedia,” for steps on integrating
video and sound clips into impressive presentations.
Chapter 6, “Traveling with Your NEC Versa,” lists
valuable tips for getting the most out of your system
while on the road.
Chapter 7, “Solving Problems,” provides simple solutions to common problems that may arise while operating your notebook.
Using this Guide ix
TEXT SETUP
Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environ-
ment,” provides guidelines to help promote a healthy
work setting.
Appendix B, “Specifications,” to review NEC Versa
5000 Series system specifications and operating
conditions.
Appendix C, “NECCSD Information Services,” gives
details about the many support services available from
NECCSD.
Appendix D, “Using DOS Programs,” provides guide-
lines for setting up and running DOS programs from
Windows 95.
To make this guide as easy to use as possible, text is set up
in the following ways.
Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following
format:
x Using this Guide
!
W arnings alert you to situations that could result i n
serious personal injury or loss of life.
Cautions indicate situations that can damage the
system hardware or software.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
NOTE
Notes give particularly important information
about whatever is being described.
Names of keys are printed as they appear on the key-
board, for example,
Text that you must type or keys that you must press are
presented in bold type. For example, type
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Enter
RELATED DOCUMENTS
See the following documents for additional information on
your NEC Versa 5000 Series notebook computer:
The NEC Versa 5000 Series Quick Setup sheet helps
you get your system up and running.
The NEC Versa 5000 Series Quick Reference card pro-
vides an easy-to-carry reference to LED meanings, controls, function key combinations, and NEC help
numbers.
Ctrl, Alt
, or
Enter
.
and press
dir
An online version of this user’s guide on your hard disk
drive lets you leave your printed guide at home and still
have all the information you need at your fingertips.
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Contents
Using this Guide
Text Setup................................................................ x
Related Documents ................................................... xi
1 Getting Started
Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 5000 ................... 1-2
Around the Front of the System................................. 1-3
LCD Panel........................................................... 1-3
Microphone and Speakers .................................... 1-4
Power Button and Status LEDs............................ 1-4
Keyboard............................................................. 1-7
NEC VersaGlide.................................................. 1-7
UltraSlim VersaBay Drives.................................. 1-8
Around the Back of the System................................. 1-9
Around the Sides of the System................................. 1-10
Around the Bottom of the System.............................. 1-12
NEC Versa Power Sources ....................................... 1-14
Using the AC Adapter.......................................... 1-14
Using the Main Battery Pack................................ 1-16
Recharging the Battery Pack ................................ 1-21
Battery Handling.................................................. 1-21
Battery Life ......................................................... 1-22
Extending Battery Life......................................... 1-22
Battery Precautions.............................................. 1-23
Battery Charging ................................................. 1-24
Battery Disposal .................................................. 1-24
Internal Batteries ...................................................... 1-24
CMOS Battery .................................................... 1-25
Bridge Battery ..................................................... 1-25
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Powering On................................................... 1-16
Installing the Battery Pack .............................. 1-17
Contents iii
System Care ............................................................. 1-25
Precautions.......................................................... 1-26
Storage Requirements .......................................... 1-28
Routine Cleaning ................................................. 1-29
2 Introducing the Software
Windows 95 Introduction.......................................... 2-2
Guide to Online Help................................................ 2-3
The Setup Utility ...................................................... 2-4
Other Software ......................................................... 2-4
LapLink............................................................... 2-5
How to Use LapLink....................................... 2-5
McAfee AntiVirus Software................................. 2-7
CyberMedia First Aid 97 ..................................... 2-8
Online Services......................................................... 2-8
Prodigy Internet ................................................... 2-10
America Online.................................................... 2-11
CompuServe........................................................ 2-12
AT&T WorldNet................................................. 2-13
Microsoft Internet Explorer.................................. 2-13
Microsoft NetMeeting.......................................... 2-14
Official Airline Guide (OAG)............................... 2-14
3 Using Setup and Power Management
Setup Utility ............................................................. 3-1
How to Enter Setup.............................................. 3-1
How to Use Setup................................................ 3-2
The Setup Screen............................................ 3-2
Using Keys............................................................... 3-3
Checking/Setting System Parameters............... 3-4
Main............................................................... 3-9
Advanced........................................................ 3-10
Security.......................................................... 3-10
Power Savings................................................ 3-13
Exit................................................................ 3-14
Using Power Management......................................... 3-15
Power Saving Modes........................................... 3-15
Power Management Settings ................................ 3-16
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4 Using Your NEC Versa
LCD......................................................................... 4-1
Support Feet............................................................. 4-2
Keyboard.................................................................. 4-3
Function Keys...................................................... 4-4
NEC VersaGlide....................................................... 4-6
Making VersaGlide Adjustments.......................... 4-7
VersaGlide Tips.............................................. 4-8
UltraSlim VersaBay Use ........................................... 4-9
20X CD-ROM Reader.............................................. 4-12
CD Loading......................................................... 4-13
Using Bootable CDs ....................................... 4-14
Using Audio CDs............................................ 4-15
Playing Entertainment CDs ............................. 4-15
Playing Movie CDs......................................... 4-15
CD Care.............................................................. 4-16
PC Cards.................................................................. 4-16
Type II Cards ...................................................... 4-17
Type II Extended Cards ....................................... 4-17
Type III Cards..................................................... 4-17
Communication Cards..................................... 4-17
PC Card Modems ........................................... 4-18
Storage Cards................................................. 4-18
Interface Cards ............................................... 4-18
Other Cards.................................................... 4-18
PC Card Slots...................................................... 4-19
Inserting a PC Card ........................................ 4-19
Removing a Card............................................ 4-21
IR Port ..................................................................... 4-22
Increasing System Storage and Memory .................... 4-23
Hard Disk............................................................ 4-23
Removing and Installing a
Hard Disk Drive ......................................... 4-23
Installing Memory Modules.................................. 4-26
Running PhDisk................................................... 4-29
Removing a Memory Module............................... 4-30
Reviewing the Memory Map........................... 4-32
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Installing Options...................................................... 4-33
External Keyboard or Mouse ............................... 4-33
Printer................................................................. 4-35
External Monitor ................................................. 4-38
External Diskette Drive Connection...................... 4-40
External USB Devices ......................................... 4-40
Audio Devices ..................................................... 4-41
NEC PortBar 5000 .............................................. 4-42
5 Using Multimedia
Audio ....................................................................... 5-1
Recording............................................................ 5-1
Line-In ................................................................ 5-3
Microphone ......................................................... 5-3
Playing Back ....................................................... 5-4
MIDI Files........................................................... 5-5
Video........................................................................ 5-6
Using Animation Files.......................................... 5-6
Multimedia Applications........................................... 5-7
Serial Devices................................................. 4-35
Parallel Devices.............................................. 4-37
PortBar Ports.................................................. 4-43
Attaching the PortBar 5000............................. 4-43
Disconnecting the PortBar............................... 4-44
Using Headphones .......................................... 5-5
Using the Built-In Speakers............................. 5-5
Using External Stereo Speakers....................... 5-5
6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa
Power Connections ................................................... 6-1
Checklists................................................................. 6-2
What to Take....................................................... 6-2
Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel ................. 6-3
7 Solving Problems
Problem Checklist..................................................... 7-1
Start-Up Problems.................................................... 7-3
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POST Error Messages ......................................... 7-3
If You Need Assistance............................................. 7-6
Updating the System BIOS ....................................... 7-6
Using the Product Recovery CD................................ 7-7
Full Restore......................................................... 7-7
Selective Installation ............................................ 7-10
A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Making Your Computer Work for You...................... A-1
Arrange Your Equipment.......................................... A-3
Adjust Your Chair .................................................... A-3
Adjust Your Input Devices........................................ A-4
Adjust Your Screen or Monitor ................................. A-5
Vary Your Workday ................................................. A-6
Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors..... A-7
B Specifications
C NECCSD Information Services
How to Reach Us...................................................... C-2
NECCSD Diskette Fulfillment Center .................. C-2
NECCSD Customer Service and
Technical Support Center (TSC)...................... C-3
NECCSD Customer Assistance Center................. C-4
NECCSD FaxFlash Service ................................. C-4
Using FaxFlash............................................... C-4
Ordering Information ...................................... C-5
NECCSD Bulletin Board System (BBS)............... C-6
Logging On .................................................... C-7
Logging Off.................................................... C-8
NECCSD on CompuServe ................................... C-9
Using CompuServe ......................................... C-9
NECCSD on America Online............................... C-10
Using America Online..................................... C-10
NECCSD on the Internet...................................... C-11
NECCSD WWW and FTP Sites ..................... C-11
NECCSD E-Mail and Fax ................................... C-12
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Warranty and Non-Warranty Repair Service............. C-12
D Using DOS Programs
Setting Up DOS Mode Games................................... D-1
Adding a Game Icon to the Desktop..................... D-1
Specifying MS-DOS Mode .................................. D-2
Glossary
Index
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1
Getting Started
!
Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a ri sk of serious inj ury. To reduce
your risk of injury, set up and use your comput er in
the manner descri bed in Appendix A, S etting Up a
Healthy Work Environment.
After completing the steps in the quick setup sheet that
comes with your computer, your NEC Versa 5000 Series
system is ready to go! To get started:
Read Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Envi-
ronment, for guidelines that help you use your computer
productively and safely. Information includes how to set
up and use your computer to reduce your risk of devel-
oping nerve, muscle, or tendon disorders.
WARNING
Read through this guide to familiarize yourself with the
NEC Versa 5000.
Getting Started 1-1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEC VERSA 5000
The NEC Versa 5000 Series notebook computer offers you
a thin, lightweight, portable system filled with exciting resources for home, business, or travel. Standard features include a powerful Intel
works together with at least 16 megabytes (MB) of preinstalled Extended Data Out (EDO) Random Access Memory
(RAM) for exceptional performance.
In addition, your system gives you: a high-performance hard
disk drive, a 20X CD-ROM reader, diskette drive, built-in
VersaGlide (like a mouse), and PC card slots. As a multimedia system, your NEC Versa 5000 also provides the
tools needed to create and present impressive images using
video clips and sound.
To get comfortable with your notebook, read the following
sections and take a tour around your system!
®
Pentium MMX microprocessor that
1-2 Getting Started
NEC Versa 5000 Series notebook computer
AROUND THE FRONT OF THE SYSTEM
The NEC Versa 5000 is compact with features on every
side. First, look at the front of the system. The following
sections describe front features, beginning with the liquid
crystal display (LCD) panel.
Front features
LCD Panel
Your NEC Versa 5000 Series system comes with a color
LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing
position. Some models have a 12.1-inch, Thin Film
Transistor (TFT), backlit Super Video Graphics Array
(SVGA) color LCD display. Other models come with a
13.3-inch Extended Graphics Array (XGA) LCD display.
To adjust the LCD panel brightness, press the
Fn-F5
key
combination after the system is powered on.
Getting Started 1-3
Microphone and Speakers
A microphone is built into the panel just below the LCD
and lets you record monophonic sound directly into the
NEC Versa 5000.
Two stereo speakers are also built into the panel, one on the
left and one on the right, for your multimedia presentations
or listening pleasure.
Turn the volume control wheel (located on the left side of
the NEC Versa 5000) clockwise to increase, or counterclockwise to decrease sound volume.
Power Button and Status LEDs
Your NEC Versa provides a Power button and LEDs to
track system status. Descriptions of these features follow
the figure.
1-4 Getting Started
Power button and Status LED location
Power Button — The Power button is located on the
chassis just below the LCD. It turns NEC Versa 5000
power on and off. Press the button to turn power on;
press it again to turn power off.
When power is on, the Power LED to the right of the
Power button lights. (The Power LED is the left-most
LED in the row of LEDs.) See “Setup Parameters” in
Chapter 3 for information about defining this button as a
Suspend/Resume button.
If your system is in Suspend mode or has gone into Save
to Disk mode, pressing the Power button puts the system
in Operation mode.
NOTE
After turning off the system, wait 5 seconds
before tur ning i t back on. Thi s gi ves system com ponents a chance to power down properly.
The Battery/Charging Status LED is located on the
right-hand LCD hinge and lights to indicate the
following:
Green – the battery is fully charged and the system
is connected to AC power.
Amber – the battery is recharging.
Off – the AC adapter is disconnected or the battery
is not installed.
Getting Started 1-5
A bank of status LEDs is located on the chassis at the
top of the keyboard to the right of the Power button.
These LEDs are identified by icons and include the following (described from left to right):
indicate system operation status.
– lights green when running on AC power.
– blinks green when the system is in Suspend
mode.
– lights amber when running on battery power
with a charged battery.
The Power LED also warns you about a low battery
state. The system emits a beep and the Power LED
behaves as follows:
– blinks amber when battery power is low.
– flashes amber when battery power is extremely
low.
The Power LED remains unlit under the following
conditions:
– if the system is not connected to AC power and
the battery is not charged or installed.
– the system is not powered on.
The Power LED lights in the following sequence to
1-6 Getting Started
– the system is in Save to Disk mode.
Keyboard
Hard Disk Drive – Lights when the NEC Versa
5000 writes data to or retrieves data from the hard
disk drive.
CD-ROM Reader – Lights when data is read from a
compact disc in the CD-ROM drive.
Diskette Drive – Lights when data is written to or
retrieved from the 3.5-inch diskette drive.
Caps Lock – Lights when Caps Lock is on.
Num Lock – Lights when Num Lock mode is active.
Scroll Lock – Lights when the Scroll Lock is on.
The NEC Versa 5000 Series system comes with an 85-key
keyboard, featuring an embedded numeric keypad and inverted T cursor keys. See Chapter 4, “Using Your NEC
Versa,” for details about control keys, function keys, and
keyboard features.
NEC VersaGlide
The NEC VersaGlide works like a standard computer
mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the VersaGlide to
control the position of the cursor. Use the selection buttons
below the VersaGlide to select menu items. The left button
is configured to function like the left button on a mouse.
The right button is configured as a right-mouse button.
See “NEC VersaGlide” in Chapter 4 for information about
customizing VersaGlide settings.
Getting Started 1-7
UltraSlim VersaBay Drives
The NEC Versa 5000 support the following drives that fit
in the UltraSlim VersaBay as follows:
CD-ROM Reader — A 20X CD-ROM lets you load and
start programs from compact discs, or insert and play
your favorite audio CDs. The CD-ROM reader is assigned drive letter E.
NOTE
The CD-ROM reader ships with a paper
shipping restraint i nstalled. Remov e the restraint by
lifting on the paper edge near the center hole. Do
not insert a CD with the restraint installed.
Save the shipping restraint to use if you plan to
travel with the CD-ROM reader installed.
Diskette Drive — A 3.5-inch, 1.44-MB diskette drive
that accepts 1.44-MB high-density diskettes as well as
720-KB double-sided double-density diskettes, or a SuperDisk LS-120 optical drive that accepts 120-MB or
1.44-MB diskettes and is assigned drive letter A.
1-8 Getting Started
Your system also ships with an External Diskette Drive
cable that lets you connect the diskette drive to the back
of your system while the CD-ROM reader is installed in
the VersaBay.
AROUND THE BACK OF THE SYSTEM
System ports for connecting your NEC Versa 5000 to optional devices (like a printer or external monitor) are located
on the back of the system. For an understanding of each
feature, see the descriptions that follow the figure.
Keyboard/Mouse Port — Use the standard PS/2 port to
connect an external PS/2-style mouse or a PS/2-style
keyboard to the system.
Back system features
Support Feet — Slide the two support feet down from
the back of the unit to tilt your system forward for more
comfortable keyboard access.
Infrared (IR) Port — Use this port to transfer files between your NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop or
notebook computer. You can also print to an IRequipped printer without using cables.
Expansion Port — Use this 120-pin port to connect to
the NEC PortBar 5000.
Monitor (Video) Port — Use this 15-pin port to attach
an external monitor to your NEC Versa 5000. You can
run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or run either alone.
Getting Started 1-9
USB Port — Use this port to connect a USB device or
devices to your NEC Versa system.
PortBar Ports — Use these ports to secure the optional
PortBar. PortBar ports are located on the back and sides
of the system at each end.
External Diskette Drive Connector — Connect the Ex-
ternal Diskette Drive cable that came with your system
to this port. Using the FDD connector frees up the
VersaBay for installing the 20X CD-ROM reader.
Parallel Port — Use this 25-pin port to connect a paral-
lel printer or other parallel device. This port provides
ECP mode support. The ECP standard provides you
with a greater transfer speed than the conventional parallel port. It also supports bi-directional and unidirectional protocols.
Serial Port — Use this 9-pin port to connect an external
modem or other serial device.
AC Power Port — Lets you attach the NEC Versa 5000
to the AC power source using the AC adapter that
comes with your system. Keep the system connected to
AC power whenever possible to keep the battery pack
and internal CMOS battery charged.
AROUND THE SIDES OF THE SYSTEM
Your NEC Versa 5000 comes with many features on the
left side of the system. The right side of the system features
a port for securing the PortBar and air vents. Keep the air
vents clear to allow for proper air circulation.
!
Do not block the air vents. Doing so can damage
the system by causing it to overheat.
1-10 Getting Started
CAUTION
The features found on the left side of the system are shown
in the following figure. Descriptions follow the figure.
Left side features
PC Card Release Buttons — Press the Release button
when you want to remove an installed PC card.
Audio Ports — Use these ports to attach your external
audio options, including the following:
Microphone — Connects to an external microphone
for monophonic recording or amplification through
the unit. Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone.
Stereo Line In — Lets you use another audio sys-
tem, like a home stereo, as an input source. Use a
cable to connect to the Line-Out port on the other
audio system to record or play.
Headphones — Lets you plug in stereo headphones
or powered speakers.
Volume Control Dial — Turn the volume control dial
clockwise to increase speaker volume, or counterclockwise to decrease speaker volume.
Kensington Lock Port — Use this port for added security by attaching a Kensington Lock.
Getting Started 1-11
Emergency Reset Switch — This recessed switch lets
you restart your system. Use a pointed object, like a
straightened paper clip, to push in the Reset switch. Use
this button only if your system locks up, fails to respond
to keystrokes, or fails to respond to the power button.
PC Card Slots — Two PC card slots let you insert one
or two Type II PC cards, or one Type III PC card. See
“PC Cards” in Chapter 4 for more about PC cards and
their use.
PortBar Port — Use these ports to secure the PortBar. A
matching PortBar port is located on the right side of the
system. Two others are located on the back.
AROUND THE BOTTOM OF THE SYSTEM
The bottom of the NEC Versa 5000 is the location of the
system’s memory module sockets, password override
switch, battery pack release latches, VersaBay release lever
and hard disk drive bay, as described next.
1-12 Getting Started
Bottom of the system
Password Override Switch — This recessed switch re-
moves any settings that you made in the Setup utility,
including your system password.
To remove your password, power on your system. Use a
pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip, to push
in the switch. Power off, then power on to restart your
computer. Go into the Setup utility and set a new
password. Reset any other system settings that you may
have changed.
VersaBay Release Lever Cover — Open the release
lever cover to access the VersaBay Release Lever.
Pushing the lever towards the front of the system releases the device currently installed in the VersaBay.
NOTE
Opening the VersaBay Release Lev er Cover
immediately puts the system into Suspend mode.
After installing the VersaBay device, close the
VersaBay Release Lever Cover and press the
Power button to resume t he system fr om Suspend.
The VersaBay Release Lev er Cov er m ust be c losed
to allow the system to return to the active mode.
Battery Pack — A Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) rechargeable
battery pack comes installed in this bay on the bottom of
the NEC Versa.
Battery Release Latches — Let you remove the battery
pack installed in the battery bay.
Memory Expansion Bay Cover — Pop open the protective cover to access two RAM expansion sockets for
small outline double inline memory modules
(SO-DIMM). See “Increasing System Storage and
Memory” in Chapter 4 for details on memory expansion.
Getting Started 1-13
Hard Disk Drive — A removable hard disk drive ships
standard with your system and is located on the bottom
of the unit. Depending on your configuration, this bay
contains a 1.6, 2.1, 3.2 or 4.x-gigabyte (GB) hard disk
drive. (Chapter 4 describes how to remove this drive.)
The drive letter assigned to 1.6-GB and 2.1-GB hard
drives is C:. If your system ships with a 3.2 or 4.x-GB
drive, it is partitioned into two drives. Drive letters are
C: and D:.
NEC VERSA POWER SOURCES
The NEC Versa 5000 can be powered using different
sources, making it a truly portable system. Operate your
NEC Versa system just about anywhere using one of the
following power sources:
the AC adapter connected to an electrical wall outlet
(using AC power)
the optional PowerExtender Airplane and Automobile
Adapter
the battery pack.
Read the following sections for specific steps on powering
on the system.
Using the AC Adapter
Use the AC adapter and power cable that came with your
NEC Versa 5000 to run your computer on alternating current (AC) power, or to recharge the battery pack. Use the
AC adapter whenever a wall outlet is nearby.
1-14 Getting Started
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Do not attem pt to di sassemble the AC adapt er. T he
AC adapter has no user-replaceable or serviceabl e
parts inside. Dangerous voltage in the AC adapter
can cause serious personal injury or deat h. The AC
adapter is intended for use with the NEC Versa
5000 only.
The AC adapter, when connected, charges the battery
whether or not the computer is powered on.
Check that the AC outlet voltage registers in the
range of 100 – 240 Volts AC. Verify that the cord
and plug are appropriate for your AC source.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
Use only the AC adapter t hat com es with your NEC
Versa 5000 Series system. Although other AC
adapters may l ook simil ar, using t hem c an damage
the system.
Connect the AC adapter as follows:
1.
Connect the AC adapter cable to the power port on the
back of your NEC Versa 5000 Series system.
CAUTION
Getting Started 1-15
Plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter
2.
and the other end into a 120 or 240-volt wall outlet.
Connecting the AC adapter
Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter.
Doing so can cause the adapter to overheat.
Powering On
To power on, locate the Power button just below the LCD
screen near the left hinge and push it in. To power off the
system, use the Windows 95 Start menu Shut Down
selection.
Using the Main Battery Pack
The NEC Versa 5000 Series system comes with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.
1-16 Getting Started
!
CAUTION
NOTE
Although the battery is fully charged at the
factor y, transit and shelf ti me may reduce the ini tial
battery charge. The fi rst time y ou use your system,
we recommend that you connect it to AC power
using the AC adapter. This will also recharge your
battery.
Your NEC Versa 5000 Series system provides two tools to
help you keep track of the main battery's power level:
Battery Status LED (located on the right hinge beneath
the LCD), described earlier in this chapter.
Battery Meter, which lets you quickly identify how much
battery power you have available.
The system also emits a beep to warn you that your battery
power is getting low. When you hear the beep, save your
files and put your system into Suspend mode. Connect your
system to AC power, if available, or insert a charged battery pack.
Installing the Battery Pack
Install the battery pack in your system as follows.
Be sure t o save your data bef ore replac ing the bat tery pack. Failure to do so can result in data loss.
1.
If your system is on, save your data, close any applications that are running, and power off. Remove any cables or external devices attached to your system.
!
CAUTION
Getting Started 1-17
Close the LCD panel and turn the system upside down.
2.
Locate the battery bay latches on the bottom of the
system.
Battery Release latches
3.
4.
1-18 Getting Started
Press the small battery bay latch towards the middle of
the system to unlock the other latch.
Press the other battery bay latch away from the battery.
Sliding the battery release latches
Lift up the end of the installed battery pack closest to the
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latches.
Pull the battery away from the bay and lift it out.
6.
Removing the battery pack
To install the charged battery pack, lower the end of the
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battery pack without connectors into the bay.
Installing the battery pack
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