Nec VERSA 6000 user Manual

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Using this Guide

The NEC Versa® 6000 User’s Guide gives you the information you need to
maximize the use of your NEC Versa 6000 notebook computer. Read this
guide to familiarize yourself with the NEC Versa 6000 and its features. For
specific information see

■ Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” to acquaint yourself with system hardware.

■ Chapter 2, “Introducing the Software,” for a concise summary of the

applications loaded on your system. We included software to let you
experience the full spectrum of the system, from using the speakerphone
to creating vivid presentations.

■ Chapter 3, “Using Setup,” to customize your notebook’s parameter and

power management settings.

■ Chapter 4, “Using the NEC Versa 6000,” for an understanding of NEC

Versa 6000 features and functionality. You’ll also master procedures for
connecting external options like headphone, microphone or speakers.

TEXT SETUP

■ Chapter 5, “Using Multimedia,” for steps on integrating video and sound

clips into impressive presentations.

■ Chapter 6, “Traveling with Your NEC Versa 6000,” 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.

■ Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment,” provides

guidelines to help promote a healthy work setting.

■ Appendix B, “Specifications,” to review NEC Versa 6000 system speci-

fications.

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:

Using this Guide ix

!

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

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

NOTE

Notes give particularly important information about whatever

is being described.

WARNING

!

CAUTION

■ Names of keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard, for example,

Ctrl, Alt, or Enter.

■ Text that you must type or keys that you must press are presented in bold

type. For example, type

RELATED DOCUMENTS

See the following documents for additional information on your NEC Versa
6000 notebook computer:

■ Your NEC Versa 6000 Quick Setup sheet.

■ Your NEC Versa 6000 Quick Reference card.

■ Depending on the operating system installed, the Windows 95, or Micro-

x Using this Guide

®

Windows for Workgroups, MS-DOS operating system online

soft
documentation that comes loaded on your NEC Versa 6000 computer.

dir and press Enter.

Contents

Using this Guide

Text Setup..........................................................................................ix

Related Documents..............................................................................x

1 Getting Started

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000..............................................1-2

Around the System — Front...........................................................1-3

LCD ..............................................................................................1-3

Controls and Microphone ...............................................................1-4

Keyboard.......................................................................................1-6

NEC VersaGlide ............................................................................1-7

Diskette Drive, CD-ROM Reader and the NEC VersaBay II...........1-7

Around the System — Back.................................................................1-8

Around the System — Left Side ..........................................................1-9

Around the System — Right Side ........................................................1-10

Around the System — Bottom.............................................................1-12

Power Sources for Your NEC Versa....................................................1-13

Using the AC Adapter ....................................................................1-13

Using the Main Battery Pack..........................................................1-16

NEC VersaBay II Battery and Adapter Kit.....................................1-24

Extending Battery Life ................................................................... 1-24

Using the DC Car Adapter..............................................................1-24

Internal Batteries .................................................................................1-25

System Care........................................................................................1-26

Precautions ....................................................................................1-26

Storage Requirements.....................................................................1-27

Routine Cleaning............................................................................1-28

Status Icons ..............................................................................1-5

Powering on ..............................................................................1-15

Determining Battery Status........................................................1-17

When to Change the Battery ......................................................1-17

Battery Handling .......................................................................1-18

Replacing the Battery Pack........................................................1-18

Battery Precautions...................................................................1-22

CMOS Battery..........................................................................1-25

Bridge Battery...........................................................................1-26

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2 Introducing the Software

Windows Introduction .........................................................................2-2

Windows 95...................................................................................2-2

Windows for Workgroups ..............................................................2-3

DOS Introduction................................................................................2-3

Guide to Online Help...........................................................................2-4

NEC Versa 6000 InfoCenter...........................................................2-4

Additional Online Topics................................................................2-5

Guide to NEC Utilities ........................................................................2-6

Setup .............................................................................................2-6

Battery Gauge Utility .....................................................................2-6

PowerPanel....................................................................................2-6

Other Software....................................................................................2-6

CardWizard ...................................................................................2-7

Official Airline Guide.....................................................................2-7

LapLink.........................................................................................2-8

How to Use LapLink .................................................................2-8

McAfee Anti-Virus....................................................................2-10

WebSCAN................................................................................2-10

VideoSaver ...............................................................................2-10

FaxWorks with Voice and Data Communications.......................2-11

MediaMatics Arcade MPEG Player...........................................2-11

XingMPEG Player ....................................................................2-11

Online Services ..............................................................................2-11

America Online .........................................................................2-12

CompuServe .............................................................................2-12

Netscape Navigator...................................................................2-12

3 Using Setup

Setup Utility........................................................................................3-1

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How to Enter Setup........................................................................3-1

How to Use Setup ..........................................................................3-2

Looking at Screens....................................................................3-2

Using Keys................................................................................3-3

Checking/Setting System Parameters .........................................3-4

Main......................................................................................3-7

Drives....................................................................................3-7

Peripherals.............................................................................3-7

Power Savings........................................................................3-7

Security .................................................................................3-9

Setting an Initial System Password ......................................3-9

Removing a Password .........................................................3-10

Keyboard Lock....................................................................3-10

PowerPanel.........................................................................................3-11

Reviewing PowerPanel Default Power Settings ...............................3-11

Reviewing PowerPanel Default Command Settings .........................3-11

PowerPanel Menu ..........................................................................3-12

Preferences................................................................................3-12

Customize.................................................................................3-13

Profile Manager ........................................................................3-13

Minimize...................................................................................3-13

Help..........................................................................................3-13

Setup Utility and PowerPanel .........................................................3-14

4 Using Your NEC Versa 6000

LCD ...................................................................................................4-1

Keyboard............................................................................................4-2

NEC VersaGlide .................................................................................4-4

Making VersaGlide Adjustments................................................4-5

VersaGlide Tips ........................................................................4-5

NEC VersaBay II................................................................................4-6

Removing a Device from the VersaBay II .......................................4-7

Installing a Device in the VersaBay II.............................................4-9

Customizing Your System with the VersaBay II..............................4-10

6X CD-ROM Reader ..........................................................................4-11

CD Loading ...................................................................................4-12

CD Care ........................................................................................4-12

Card Bus/PC Card Slots.................................................................4-13

Inserting a PC Card...................................................................4-14

Removing a Card ......................................................................4-15

Connecting the Built-In Modem ......................................................4-16

Downloading a File ...................................................................4-17

Sending a Facsimile...................................................................4-18

Receiving a Facsimile................................................................4-19

Connecting a Cellular Phone...........................................................4-19

Making a Call ...........................................................................4-20

IR Ports.........................................................................................4-22

Increasing System Storage and Memory...............................................4-23

Hard Disk......................................................................................4-23

Installing a Memory Module...........................................................4-27

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Installing Options ................................................................................4-30

External Monitor............................................................................4-31

Printer............................................................................................4-33

External Keyboard/Mouse ..............................................................4-36

External Bar Code Scanner.............................................................4-38

External Audio Options..................................................................4-38

Setting Switches..................................................................................4-40

Updating the System BIOS.............................................................4-41

5 Using Multimedia

Audio..................................................................................................5-1

Recording.......................................................................................5-1

Line-In...........................................................................................5-3

CD-ROM Input..............................................................................5-3

Microphone....................................................................................5-4

Mixing...........................................................................................5-5

Playing Back..................................................................................5-5

MIDI Files .....................................................................................5-7

Video..................................................................................................5-7

Using Digital Video Files................................................................5-7

Using Animation Files....................................................................5-8

Multimedia Applications .....................................................................5-8

VideoSaver ....................................................................................5-8

Parallel Devices.........................................................................4-33

Serial Devices ...........................................................................4-35

NEC Versa PortBar 6000..........................................................4-39

NEC Versa Docking Station 6000 .............................................4-39

Using Headphones.....................................................................5-6

Using the Built-In Speakers .......................................................5-6

Using External Stereo Speakers.................................................5-6

6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa 6000

Power Connections..............................................................................6-1

Checklists ...........................................................................................6-2

What to Take .................................................................................6-2

Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel............................................6-2

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7 Solving Problems

Problem Checklist ...............................................................................7-1

Start-up Problems...............................................................................7-2

POST Error Messages....................................................................7-3

Using the Restore CD..........................................................................7-5

Restoring All Application Files in DOS ..........................................7-6

Restoring Individual Files in Windows 95 and

Windows for Workgroups ..............................................................7-7

Selecting Files ...........................................................................7-8

Checking Selected Files.............................................................7-8

Restoring the Files.....................................................................7-9

System Recovery............................................................................7-9

System Recovery in DOS ..........................................................7-9

Restoring System Files in Windows 95 or

Windows for Workgroups ..............................................................7-11

If You Need Assistance .......................................................................7-11

Getting Help........................................................................................7-11

NEC Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service.....................................7-12

A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment

Making Your Computer Work for You ................................................A-1

Arrange Your Equipment.....................................................................A-2

Adjust Your Chair...............................................................................A-2

Adjust Your Input Devices ..................................................................A-3

Adjust Your Screen or Monitor............................................................A-4

Vary Your Work Day..........................................................................A-5

Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors ................................A-5

B Specifications

Glossary

Index

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1

Getting Started

!

Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a
risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use
your computer in the manner described in Appendix A , Setting Up a
Healthy Work Environment.

After completing the steps in the quick setup sheet that comes with your
computer, your NEC Versa 6000 is ready to go! To get started, look at the
following:

■ Read Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment, for guide-

lines that help you use your computer productively and safely. Informa­tion includes how to set up and use your computer to reduce your risk of
developing nerve, muscle, or tendon disorders.

■ Take the online System Tour to get acquainted with the NEC Versa

6000. (The System Tour is in the Windows NEC Information group
under the NEC Versa 6000 InfoCenter.)

WARNING

■ View the online system Basics. (Basics is in the Windows NEC Informa-

tion group under the NEC Versa 6000 InfoCenter.)

■ Read through this guide to familiarize yourself with the NEC Versa.

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-1

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEC VERSA 6000

The NEC Versa 6000 Series notebook computer offers you a portable sys­tem filled with exciting resources for home, business or travel. Standard
features include a powerful Intel
processor that works together with the latest Peripheral Component Inter­connect (PCI) architecture.

In addition, your system provides a high-performance hard disk drive,
diskette drive, interchangeable 6x CD-ROM reader, Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) support, and a fully op­erational modem (except in Asia and Europe) that supports your analog or
cellular phone. As a multimedia system, your NEC Versa 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 100 MHz or 133 MHz micro-

1-2 Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000

NEC Versa 6000 Series notebook computer

Around the System — Front

The NEC Versa 6000 is compact with features on every side. First, look at
the front of the NEC Versa 6000. The following sections describe front fea­tures, beginning with the liquid crystal display (LCD).

LCD features

LCD

Your NEC Versa 6000 comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a
comfortable viewing position. Depending on your model, the LCD provides
an 11.3-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT), Super Video Graphics Array
(SVGA) display, a 12.1-inch SVGA display, or a 12.1-inch Extended
Graphics Array (XGA). display.

Additional LCD panel features include:

■ Built-in Stereo Speakers — provide stereo sound for your multimedia

presentations, or listening pleasure.

■ Brightness Control — a slide switch that adjusts screen brightness. In-

creasing the brightness increases screen contrast.

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-3

Controls and Microphone

NEC Versa 6000 controls and built-in microphone are shown in the follow­ing figure. These features are described after the figure.

Controls and microphone

■ LCD Status Bar — A liquid crystal status panel that keeps you informed

of your NEC Versa’s current operating status. See a description of icons
in the following section.

■ Power LED

 Lights green when the system is powered on.
 Blinks green when the system is in Suspend mode.
 Blinks amber to indicate that battery power is low.

■ Microphone — allows you to record monophonic sound directly into

your notebook computer.
Or, use as a telephone receiver. When using your Versa 6000 computer’s

telephony capability, you do not have to speak directly into the micro­phone. Feel free to speak into the microphone at a comfortable distance.

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Status Icons

■ Suspend/Resume (S/R) Button — press the S/R button to put the unit

into Suspend mode when you need to be away from your system for a
short period of time and want to return to where you left off. Press the
S/R button again to bring the NEC Versa 6000 out of Suspend mode.

Specifically, Suspend mode shuts down all devices in the system while
retaining data and system status. You will find more detailed information
on using Suspend mode in your online user’s guide.

■ Power Button — slide the power button to the right to power on and

power off the computer.
The power button is a “smart” switch, meaning that it recognizes when

the system is in Suspend mode. If in Suspend mode, you cannot power
off until you press the suspend button again to bring it out of Suspend
mode.

The NEC Versa 6000 uses LCD icons that communicate system status. See
the following figure and list for each icon’s meaning.

Reviewing status icons

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-5

■ Suspend — appears when the system is in Suspend mode. Suspend mode

conserves system power by shutting down all devices in the system while
retaining data and system status.

■ Power Management — shows the current power management mode in

use, including Off, Low, High or Custom.

■ Diskette — appears when the NEC Versa writes data to or retrieves data

from a diskette.

■ Hard Disk — shows when the NEC Versa writes data to or retrieves

data.

■ Caps Lock — appears when caps lock is in effect.

■ Scroll Lock — shows that scroll lock is in effect.

■ Num Lock — appears when Num Lock mode is active.

■ Battery Status — displays the percentage of battery power available.

 Battery 1 appears when you have one or more batteries installed.
 Battery 2 appears when you have an optional battery installed in the

VersaBay II.

Keyboard

The NEC Versa 6000 keyboard uses 83 keys (79 keys for international sys­tems), with the standard QWERTY-key layout. See Chapter 2, “Using the
Keyboard” for complete details. You can also refer to the online information
in the NEC Versa 6000 InfoCenter.

1-6 Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000

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.

Diskette Drive, CD-ROM Reader and the NEC VersaBay II™

A 1.44-MB diskette drive comes installed in the NEC VersaBay II on the
front of your system. You can use this diskette drive, or remove it from the
VersaBay II and replace it with the 6x CD-ROM reader that also ships with
your system. It’s your choice!

The VersaBay II lets you add options, including an optional second Li-Ion
battery, or an additional hard disk drive, see “Customizing Your System
with the VersaBay II”, in Chapter 4.

!

Remember to power off your system before installing an option. Hot
swapping is not supported.

WARNING

Keyboard area

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-7

AROUND THE SYSTEM — BACK

You’ll find system ports for connecting your NEC Versa 6000 to optional
devices (like a printer, docking station, or external monitor) on the back of
your NEC Versa. For an understanding of each feature, see the descriptions
that follow the figure.

Back system features

■ 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. With
an optional Y-cable adapter, you can connect both a mouse and a
keyboard at the same time.

■ Parallel Port — Use this port to connect a parallel printer or other paral-

lel device. The port is an Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP). The EPP stan­dard provides you with a greater processing speed than the conventional
parallel port. It also supports bi-directional and uni-directional protocols.

■ Infrared Port — This port lets you transfer files between your NEC

Versa and an IR-equipped desktop or notebook computer. You can also
print to an IR-equipped printer without using cables.

■ Expansion Port — This port provides a connection for NEC Versa 6000

options including the NEC PortBar 6000, the NEC Versa 6000 External
Diskette Drive and NEC Versa Docking Station 6000.

1-8 Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000

■ Monitor (Video) Port — Use this 15-pin port to attach an external

monitor to your NEC Versa. You can run the LCD display and the ex­ternal monitor simultaneously or run either alone.

■ Serial Port — Use this port to connect an external modem or other serial

device.

AROUND THE SYSTEM — LEFT SIDE

The left side of your NEC Versa 6000 has two slots for inserting two Type I
or Type II PC cards (formerly called PCMCIA cards). You can also insert
one Type III PC card.

The battery bay is also located on the left side of the unit. The battery bay
contains an eight-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery that lets you run your
system on DC power.

Left side features

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-9

AROUND THE SYSTEM — RIGHT SIDE

The internal modem, hard disk drive, Kensington lock socket, audio ports
and AC power port are located on the right-side of the NEC Versa 6000.
For an understanding of each feature, see the descriptions that follow the
figure.

Right side features

■ Internal Modem (except in Asia and Europe) — NEC includes a 28.8

Kbps fax/voice/data modem with speakerphone and answering machine
support. It keeps you connected to the outside world!

■ Hard Disk Drive Bay and Cover Release Latch — The hard disk drive

bay contains the removable hard disk drive. Depending on your NEC
Versa’s configuration, it contains a 1-gigabyte (GB), 1.3-GB or 1.44-GB
hard disk drive.

To access the hard disk drive, simply turn the system over and lift up the
hard disk drive bay cover release latch while pushing the cover away
from the system.

■ Kensington Lock — Lets you provide added security by installing an op-

tional Kensington Lock.

■ Volume Control — Allows you to control the speaker volume.

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■ Headphones — Lets you connect external headphones or speakers to

your NEC Versa 6000. Plugging in headphones disables the built-in sys­tem speakers.

■ Line-Out — Lets the NEC Versa 6000 act as an input source for another

audio system. Connect this port to a Line-In port on another audio sys­tem to play or record.

■ Line-In — Lets you use another audio system, 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.

■ Microphone (MIC) — Allows you to connect an external microphone for

monophonic recording or amplification through the unit. Plugging in an
external microphone disables the built-in microphone.

■ AC Power Port — Use the power jack to attach the NEC Versa to a DC

power source, such as the AC adapter or the optional DC car adapter.

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-11

AROUND THE SYSTEM — BOTTOM

The bottom of the NEC Versa 6000 contains the features shown. For an un­derstanding of each feature, see the descriptions that follow the figure.

Bottom features

■ Hard Disk Drive Bay — Contains the system’s standard hard disk drive.

If you remove the hard disk drive, you’ll see two memory module connec­tors for expanding system memory. You’ll also see four dip switch set­tings. These are explained in Chapter 4, “Using Your NEC Versa 6000.”

■ NEC VersaBay II Release Latches — These latches let you remove the

option currently installed in the bay.

■ Battery Bay — Contains the system’s main battery. It is an eight-cell,

Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery.

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POWER SOURCES FOR YOUR NEC VERSA

The NEC Versa 6000 can be powered using three different sources, making
it a truly portable system. Operate your NEC Versa 6000 just about any­where using one of the following power sources:

■ the AC adapter connected to an electrical wall outlet (using AC power)

■ the battery pack or an optional second battery pack

■ the optional DC adapter connected to a car cigarette lighter.

Read the following sections for specific steps on powering on the system.

Using the AC Adapter

Use the AC adapter and power cable that came with your NEC Versa to run
your computer on alternating current (AC) power, or to recharge the battery
pack. Use the AC adapter whenever a wall outlet is nearby.

Keep the adapter connected whenever possible. The AC adapter charges the
battery whether or not you are using the NEC Versa.

NEC Versa 6000 AC adapter

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-13

NOTE

Check that the AC outlet voltage falls in the range of 100–240
Volts AC. Verify that the cord and plug are appropriate for your AC
source.

Connect the AC adapter as follows:

1. Connect the AC adapter cable to the power port on right side of your

NEC Versa 6000.

2. Plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter and the other

end into a properly grounded 120- or 240-volt wall outlet.

NOTE

The AC power cable type that your system uses depends on
the country your using it in. Contact the local dealer to purchase the
correct power cable.

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Connecting the AC adapter

Powering on

!

Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter. This will allow
heat to dissipate properly.

Power on the system as follows.

1. Locate the latch on the front of the LCD panel, press the latch up, and

raise the panel.

2. Locate the power button and slide it to the right to turn on system power.

WARNING

Powering on the system

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-15

Using the Main Battery Pack

The NEC Versa 6000 comes with a rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) bat­tery pack. You can run your system on battery power for approximately two
to four hours with power management features enabled. It's easy to install
and remove.

Your NEC Versa 6000 system provides two tools to help you keep track of
the main (or an optional) battery's power level. These include the status bar
icons described earlier in this chapter, and the battery gauge in PowerPanel.
Both let you know how much battery power remains. See Chapter 3, “Using
Setup”, for more details on using PowerPanel.

When battery power is very low, the power LED flashes amber.
When battery power gets low, do either of the following:

■ Press the suspend button to put your system in Suspend mode, remove

the battery pack, and replace it with a fully charged Li-Ion battery.

■ Leave the battery pack in the system and connect your NEC Versa to the

AC adapter and a wall outlet. If you connect the system to AC power and
continue to use it, the battery recharges in approximately 2.5 to 7 hours.
If you connect the system to AC power and do not use it, the battery re­charges in about 2 hours.

You can also buy an optional NEC Versa 6000 battery charger to quickly
charge your battery. See the online Options Catalog.

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

causing a short circuit.

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

■ Read the precautions printed on the battery and in the online

Basics

.

1-16 Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000

!

WARNING

Determining Battery Status

You can determine battery status via the battery icon in the status bar dis­cussed earlier in this chapter. If you have one battery pack installed, one
battery icon appears. If you have two battery icons, two battery packs ap­pear.

A blinking battery icon indicates that the battery is charging. A fast blinking
battery icon occurs:

■ when installing a new battery

■ during unknown battery status

■ when there is a problem with the battery.

To return the battery to its normal state, try the following:

■ remove and then reinstall the battery

■ reinstall the battery in your NEC Versa and fully recharge the battery (to

100%).

■ if the you are using a battery that has been in storage for an extended pe-

riod of time.

The battery percentage icon blinks under the following conditions.

■ When battery power is low, the number icon blinks.

■ If battery power is extremely low, the number icon blinks rapidly.

When to Change the Battery

The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Replace
batteries that display these symptoms.

■ Shorter work times.

■ Discoloration, warping.

■ Hot to the touch.

■ Strange odor.

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-17

Battery Handling

Keep the following in mind when removing or replacing a battery.

■ Use Li-Ion batteries only in the NEC Versa computer for which they are

designed.

■ Use only the Li-Ion battery designed for your system in the NEC Versa.

Mixing other manufacturer’s batteries, or using a combination of very
old and new batteries can deteriorate battery and equipment performance.

■ Turn off power to the system after use. Keeping system power on can

degrade battery performance and shorten battery life.

■ Clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth when they get dirty.

■ Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Replace the battery pack installed in your NEC Versa system as follows.

NOTE

Use Li-Ion batteries in the NEC Versa computer for which they
are designed. Also, installing another manufacturer’s battery, or us­ing a combination of very old and new batteries can deteriorate
battery and equipment performance.

1. Save your files, exit Windows, and press the Suspend button or turn off

system power.

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2. Close the LCD and turn the system over.

3. Release the battery cover latch and slide the battery bay cover away from

the system.

Removing the cover

Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6000 1-19

4. Place a finger in the notch on the battery and lift the battery out of the

system.

!

Always lift the battery out of the system by the notch. Failure to do
so can damage the battery terminals.

WARNING

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Removing the battery

5. Insert the new battery as follows:

■ Locate the grooves on the end of the battery opposite the terminals.

■ Align the grooves with the projections inside the battery bay.

■ Lower the notched end of the battery into the battery compartment.

Inserting the battery pack

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