Nec versa e3100 manual

To power on, locate the Power button on the upper right hand side of the notebook above the keyboard and press it. To power off the system, press the Power button. That is, you do not need to press the Power button to switch off the computer. Battery packs are easy to install and remove. Note Although the battery is fully charged at the factory, transit and shelf time may reduce the initial battery charge.

We recommend that the first time you use your system, connect it to AC power using the AC adapter. This also recharges your battery. When battery power drops to the level where the Battery Warning is activated, the power LED lights yellow.

To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the following:. Keep the battery away from extreme heat. Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit. Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.

Read the precautions printed on the battery. Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC adapter. Failure to do so can result in data loss. Save your files, exit Windows, and turn off system power. Close the LCD panel and turn over the system. Remove the battery as follows:.

Locate the battery release latch. Slide the battery release latch towards the back of the system and hold firmly.

Continue to hold the battery release latch as you slide the battery out of the system. Insert the new battery as follows:. Locate the alignment groove on the edge of the battery. Locate the alignment groove inside the battery bay. Align the grooves on the battery with the grooves in the bay. Slide the battery into the bay until securely locked into place.

When battery power gets low, connect your system to the AC adapter. If an AC adapter is not available, change the battery using the battery replacement procedure. Turn off power to the system after use. Clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth if they get dirty. When not in use, store the battery in a cool dry area.

The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Discard batteries that display these symptoms:. When it is new and fully charged. When you have no options installed. Charge time depends on whether or not you are using the system. When the system is off or in Suspend mode and the AC adapter is connected, charge time is approximately 3 hours.

When the system is powered on and the AC adapter is connected, charge time is approximately 4 hours. For maximum battery performance, fully discharge the battery before recharging it. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in the AC adapter and recharge the battery. The warning beep that sounds when battery power becomes critically low is always a true indicator that battery power is low. Be sure to save your data when you hear the beep and take proper steps to provide power to your system.

To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following precautions. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires, microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers. Do not drop or impact the battery.

Do not disassemble the battery. Do not solder the battery. Do not puncture the battery. Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its casing, is discolored, overheats, or emits a foul odor. Keep the battery dry and away from water.

Keep metal objects away from battery terminals. Metal objects in contact with the terminals can cause a short circuit and damage.

If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately. Battery fluid can cause a skin rash and damage fabric. Different NEC Versa models require different batteries and battery chargers. Charge the battery for the specified charge time only.

Read the instructions that came with the battery charger before charging the battery. Before disposing of the battery, put adhesive tape on the terminals. Contact your local waste management officials for information regarding environmentally sound collection, recycling, and disposal of batteries. Appendix B lists battery specifications. In addition to the main battery, the CMOS battery provides power to maintain system configuration settings.

This equipment uses an ungrounded power cable. Replace the cord if it becomes damaged. Cord length may not exceed 15 feet. Outside the U. The plug must be a type appropriate for the country where it is used. Obtain replacement cords at an authorized service center.

The replacement must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord. Disconnect all supply lines before the hinged front cover is removed.

Replace the hinged cover before the unit is restarted. Follow these guidelines to maintain the condition, performance and safety of your computer. The power cord is damaged or frayed. System is dropped or casing is damaged. Always follow all cautions and warnings. Avoid dropping or bumping the computer or the AC adapter.

Do not stack heavy objects on the computer, the AC adapter, or the battery packs. Never use the AC adapter if the voltage falls outside of this range. Watch for this when traveling to other countries.

Turn computer power off before attaching or removing non-plug and play devices. Disconnect the notebook from the electrical outlet if it is not going to be used for a long time.

This will avoid damage by transient over-voltage. Do not attempt to disassemble the computer. For safety the computer should be disassembled only by a qualified service person. Avoid using the computer or AC adapter for extended periods in direct sunlight. Do not use the system in humid or dusty environments. Keep liquids and food away from the system. Turn computer power off before cleaning it. If the AC adapter becomes extremely hot, unplug the adapter and let it cool.

The electrical outlet and any extension cords should be rated to support the total current load of all connected devices. Be sure to follow these power cord safety tips:. Do not use the IR port directly under fluorescent lighting, or near flashing incandescent light. If one of the following situations arises, have the notebook checked by service personnel:.

For a. Store the computer and AC adapter in an environment that meets the following conditions:. If the temperature of the NEC Versa suddenly rises or falls for example, when you move the system from a cold place to a warm place , vapor condenses inside the system. Turning on the system under this condition can damage the internal system components. Before turning on the system, wait until the system's internal temperature equalizes with the new environment and any internal moisture can evaporate.

Keep the storage area free from vibration and magnetic fields. Keep the system and its components away from organic solvents or corrosive gases. Avoid leaving the system and its components in direct sunlight or near heat sources.

Never use harsh solutions, household cleaners, or spray cleaners that contain caustic materials on the NEC Versa computer. These cleaners are usually high in alkalinity which is measured in pH. Using these cleaners can cause the plastic surface to crack or discolor. Special screen wipes are available through your local computer dealer. System case — NECC recommends that you carefully wipe the case with a slightly damp, almost dry cloth.

Identifying the Switch Settings. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your system from unauthorized use.

Access the BIOS utility at power-on. Just press F2 when the following prompt appears. If you want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears above the prompt taking notes if you want , and press F2.

You will see this message if your CMOS battery becomes fully discharged. Use the up and down arrow keys located on the lower right corner of the keyboard to toggle through the BIOS Setup menu items. Parameters — The left side of the screen. This area lists parameters and their current settings. Available Options and Help — The right side of the screen. This area lists alternate settings and Help text for each parameter. Key Legend — The bottom right corner of the screen.

These lines display the keys that move the cursor and select parameters. The following tables list the BIOS parameters, their factory default settings, alternate settings, and a description of each setting. See the item-specific help that appears on each Setup screen for more details. The calendar clock is year compliant. These settings remain in memory even after you turn off system power.

To set the date use the Tab or arrow keys to move from field to field. Use the PgUp or PgDn key to change the numbers within each field. System Memory — Displays the amount of system memory currently installed in your system. To set the time use the Tab or arrow keys to move from field to field. Diskette Drive — Designates the drive type for your diskette drive.

Internal Drives — Assigns devices to the internal drives in your system. Boot Sector Virus Protection — Write protects the boot sector of the hard disk drive to avoid infection by some virus types. Internal Mouse — Specifies whether or not you can use both the internal and the external mouse. Assign User Password — Establishes a user password once a supervisor password is set.

The user password allows the system to boot and resume from Suspend and Save-to-File. Boot Password Required — Indicates whether or not a password is required to boot the system. Resume Password required — Indicates whether or not a password is required to resume the system. Boot Password must be defined to activate this parameter. Assign HDD Password — Allows you to assign a password to allow or restrict access to the hard disk drive contents.

Your NEC Versa supports a password for system security on several levels. Keep in mind that you must set the supervisor password before the BIOS Setup utility allows you to set a user password.

Once you set a supervisor password, you must enter it before you can enter BIOS Setup, access the system at startup, or resume from Suspend or Save-to-File, depending on your configuration selection. To establish password protection for entering the BIOS Setup utility or accessing the system at startup, you must set the supervisor password before setting a user password.

To enter a password simply select Assign Supervisor Password, enter the password, re-enter the password to confirm, and press any key to continue. Repeat the procedure to set the user password. The Caps lock and Scroll lock LEDs alternately flash indicating that you must enter a password to resume operation.

In Windows 98, the supervisor and user passwords are only valid when resuming from Save-to-File. To establish password protection for resuming from Standby or Hibernation modes you must do the following:. Your NEC Versa allows you to establish password protection for the internal hard disk drive. Hard disk drive HDD password protection restricts access to the drive, only if the drive is removed from your NEC Versa and installed in another system.

You are not prompted to enter your hard disk drive passwords while the drive remains in your current system. The HDD passwords are written to the system BIOS and to the hard disk drive to ensure that the password protection travels with the drive when moved from system to system.

The system prompts you to enter a master password. Enter a master HDD password and press Enter. Enter the master password and press Enter. The system confirms the creation of the master password and prompts you to enter a user password. Enter a user password and press Enter. Enter the user password and press Enter. This enables password protection for the internal HDD. To change hard disk drive passwords, enter the System Security Setup, highlight Internal HDD Password and enter the current password that you wish to change.

If you enter the current master password, you are prompted to enter a new master password. If you enter the current user password, you are prompted to enter the new user password. If you do not wish to establish a new master or user password, press Esc instead of entering a new password.

To facilitate the transfer of one or more HDDs between system, establish a single master password and document the password in a secure place. Establish different user passwords to limit access to specific systems. Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration. Log In Sign Up.

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