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NEC POWERMATE P ETC Declaration Of Conformity

Summary of POWERMATE P ETC

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    Nec computer systems division, a division of packard bell nec, inc. Declaration of conformity we, the responsible party nec computer systems division packard bell nec, inc. 1414 massachusetts ave. Boxborough, ma 01719 (508) 264-8000 declare that the product nec powermate mt v/p series is in conformi...

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    First printing — april 1997 copyright 1997 nec computer systems division packard bell nec, inc. 1414 massachusetts avenue boxborough, ma 01719 all rights reserved proprietary notice and liability disclaimer the information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is t...

  • Page 3: Using This Guide

    Using this guide xi using this guide the powermate p etc series user’s guide provides a quick reference to information about your computer. The guide contains the following information: chapter 1, introducing your computer, provides a look at system components. See this chapter to familiarize yourse...

  • Page 4: Warning

    Xii using this guide appendix a, setting up a healthy work environment, contains guidelines to help you use your computer productively and safely. This appendix also instructs you on how to set up and use your computer to reduce your risk of developing nerve, muscle, or tendon disorders. Appendix b,...

  • Page 5: Caution

    Using this guide xiii ! Caution cautions indicate situations that can damage the hardware or software. Note notes give important information about the material being described. Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard, for example, ctrl , alt , or enter . Text or keystrokes ...

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    Xiv using this guide how does your workplace measure up? This brochure provides information for setting up and using your computer productively and safely. Information includes guidelines to reduce the risk of injury associated with using a computer. Windows 95 user’s guide this guide is a quick ref...

  • Page 7: Contents

    Contents iii contents using this guide text conventions...................................................... Xii related documents ................................................... Xiii 1 introducing your computer front features .......................................................... 1-2 syste...

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    Iv contents system board options .............................................. 3-13 simm upgrade ........................................................ 3-13 checking system memory.................................... 3-14 removing a simm .............................................. 3-16 installi...

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    Contents v 4 setting system parameters the setup utility ...................................................... 4-1 when to use setup .............................................. 4-2 how to start setup .............................................. 4-3 how to use setup ...............................

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    Vi contents peripheral configuration ...................................... 4-15 peripheral submenu........................................ 4-15 ide interface (primary and secondary) ........... 4-16 floppy interface.............................................. 4-16 serial port (1 and 2) address .....

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    Contents vii exit menu ................................................................ 4-29 exit saving changes............................................ 4-30 exit discarding changes...................................... 4-30 load setup defaults ............................................ 4-31 d...

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    Viii contents 7 solving system problems problem checklist..................................................... 7-2 solutions to common problems ............................... 7-3 system problems ................................................. 7-3 diskette drive problems .............................

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    Contents ix c limited warranty how long is the warranty? ...................................... C-1 who is protected?..................................................... C-1 what is covered and what is not covered?.............. C-1 what we will pay for and what we will not pay for ...................

  • Page 14: Introducing Your

    Introducing your computer 1-1 introducing your computer ! Warning prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in the manner described in appendix a, setting up a healthy work environment. Once you ...

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    1-2 introducing your computer front features the following figures show the features on the front of the system. A brief description follows the figures. Front features the following figure shows in detail the system controls and lamps called out in the previous figure..

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    Introducing your computer 1-3 system controls and lamps system controls and lamps system controls let you select specific system operations. Lamps let you know the status of system operation. Your computer has the following controls and lamps: power button press this button to turn on system power. ...

  • Page 17: Caution

    1-4 introducing your computer reset button the reset button lets you manually restart your system when it does not respond to keyboard commands. ! Caution resetting your system can result in the loss of data. Press the reset button only when all other methods of restarting your computer fails. Power...

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    Introducing your computer 1-5 ir window the ir (infrared) window is the system’s ir port. The ir port supports two-way wireless communications. The interface uses infrared as the transmission medium instead of a traditional cable. The ir port lets you transfer files to or from portable devices such ...

  • Page 19: Caution

    1-6 introducing your computer your diskette drive has the following features: diskette drive busy lamp lights when your diskette drive is reading to or writing from a diskette. ! Caution to prevent damage to your diskette drive and data, do not turn off the system or remove a diskette while the disk...

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    Introducing your computer 1-7 note the cd-rom reader in your system might look different from the one shown here. Cd-rom reader features the cd-rom reader has the following features: headphone jack allows the connection of an optional set of headphones with a stereo mini-jack plug. Volume control kn...

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    1-8 introducing your computer cd busy lamp lights when the reader is retrieving data, music, or graphics/audio from a cd. Do not eject the cd or turn off the system unit when the lamp is on. Cd tray provides a surface for loading a cd into the reader. Press the open/close button to open or close the...

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    Introducing your computer 1-9 the following figure shows the audio connectors and network interface board connectors that were called out previously. (the slot location of the network interface board in your system might vary from the slot location shown.) audio and network board connectors external...

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    1-10 introducing your computer network interface board connectors these connectors allow connection to an ethernet network and communications with other computers. The board has three connectors for coaxial and twisted-pair network cabling. The bnc connector supports thin coaxial cables. The aui con...

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    Introducing your computer 1-11 audio connectors these connectors come integrated on multimedia models. The connectors include microphone in and line out jacks. The microphone in jack lets you connect a microphone for recording audio information in your data system files. The line out jack allows you...

  • Page 25: Caution

    1-12 introducing your computer ! Caution set the switch correctly for the voltage in your area. Most wall outlets in the united states and canada are 115 volts. Outlets in europe, australia, and asia (except taiwan) are 230 volts. Taiwan uses 115-volt outlets. Power socket connect your power cable t...

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    Introducing your computer 1-13 an ac adapter comes with the system. Set up the speakers with the ac adapter. The speakers connect to the line out jack on the back of the system unit. The 20-watt speaker set features a power button, power lamp, volume, treble and bass control knobs, and headphone jac...

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    1-14 introducing your computer microphone the microphone allows you to record voice and sound into your computer data files. See chapter 6 for information on recording sound using the voyetra sound software. Microphone.

  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Getting started 2-1 getting started this chapter provides the information you need to start using your system. Information includes: using a mouse if you are already familiar with using a mouse, skip this section. Using online documentation read this section to use the comprehensive online system do...

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    2-2 getting started double click some actions require a double click to execute them. To “double click” an object, point to the object and press and release the left mouse button twice. Press pressing the mouse button holds an action until you release the mouse button. Drag dragging your mouse attac...

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    Getting started 2-3 to access the online system documentation, locate nec’s powermate online documents group on the windows 95 desktop. Double click nec’s powermate online documents icon. A welcome screen appears with the information you need to use the online documentation. The nec powermate series...

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    2-4 getting started most of your application programs provide extensive online help at the touch of a button (usually the help button). Some programs provide separate online user’s guides for specific applications. Windows 95 provides extensive online help and “wizards” to guide you through procedur...

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    Getting started 2-5 see the following quick reference chart to find information about some of the things you might want to do: quick reference to information about your computer what you want to find where to find it basic information about my computer online user’s guide in the nec powermate p etc ...

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    2-6 getting started quick reference to information about your computer what you want to find where to find it adding options “adding internal options” or “adding external options,” in the online option installation center (nec powermate p etc series system documentation) chapter 3 in this guide unde...

  • Page 34: Installing Options

    Installing options 3-1 installing options your system supports a variety of industry-standard and nec expansion options, including the following. Monitors − your system supports the connection of a vga-compatible monitor such as nec multisync ® xe and xp series. Simm memory − your system comes with ...

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    3-2 installing options option installation procedures this chapter provides installation instructions for the following options: expansion boards simm memory upgrade video memory upgrade processor upgrade data storage devices external options. All options require that the system cover be removed. Pr...

  • Page 36: Warning

    Installing options 3-3 safety precautions take care when working inside the system and when handling computer components. Avoid electric shock or personal injury by observing the following warning. ! Warning before removing the system unit cover, turn off the power and unplug the system power cable....

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    3-4 installing options always hold a chip or board by its edges. Avoid touching the components on the chip or board. Take care when connecting or disconnecting cables. A damaged cable can cause a short in the electrical circuit. Misaligned connector pins can cause damage to system components at powe...

  • Page 38: Caution

    Installing options 3-5 ! Caution electrostatic discharge can damage computer components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before removing the system unit cover. 3. Loosen the three thumb screws at the rear of the system unit. If you installed a padlock on the back of the syste...

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    3-6 installing options 4. From the rear of the system, grasp the handle and pull it back so that the cover clears the padlock slot. Releasing the cover 5. Lift up at the top of the cover to release the cover tabs from the chassis. 6. Pull the cover up until it comes free of the chassis..

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    Installing options 3-7 replacing the system unit cover replace the system unit cover as follows. 1. Insert the metal tabs on the top of the system cover into their slots on the chassis. 2. Insert the metal tabs on the bottom of the system cover into their slots on the chassis. Replacing the cover 3....

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    3-8 installing options 4. Secure the cover with the three thumb screws. 5. Reconnect all external peripherals. 6. Plug in your power cables. Expansion boards your system supports industry standard 8- and 16-bit isa plug and play or non-plug and play, and 32-bit pci expansion boards. With plug and pl...

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    Installing options 3-9 locating expansion slots the system has five expansion slots. Two isa slots two pci slots one shared pci/isa slot isa expansion slots support industry-standard 8-bit or 16- bit expansion boards. The pci/isa slot also supports pci expansion boards. Pci expansion boards run at t...

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    3-10 installing options installing an expansion board install expansion boards in the system as follows. 1. Remove the system unit cover. 2. Follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the board (such as setting switches or jumpers). 3. Remove the screw securing an expansion slot cover an...

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    Installing options 3-11 4. Hold the board by its edges and insert it into the expansion slot. Align full-size expansion boards with the guide rail at the front of the system unit. Press the board firmly into the expansion slot connector. Gently rock the board from side-to-side to seat it into the co...

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    3-12 installing options removing an expansion board 1. Remove the system unit cover as previously described. 2. Label and remove any cables connected to the board. 3. Remove the screw that secures the board to the support bracket. 4. Pull the board out of the connector. Gently rock the board from si...

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    Installing options 3-13 system board options some of the options require locating the connector on the system board. See the following figure for connector locations. System board sockets and connectors simm upgrade your system comes with 16 mb of main system memory. Six sockets on the system board ...

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    3-14 installing options 1-mb by 32- or 36-bit (4-mb stick) 2-mb by 32- or 36-bit (8-mb stick) 4-mb by 32- or 36-bit (16-mb stick) 8-mb by 32- or 36-bit (32-mb stick). ! Caution to avoid corrosion between different metals, only use tin-plated simm sticks. Checking system memory use the following proc...

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    Installing options 3-15 recommended memory upgrade path total bank 0 bank 1 bank 2 memory simm 1 simm 2 simm 3 simm 4 simm 5 simm 6 8 mb 4 mb 4 mb empty empty empty empty 16 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb empty empty 16 mb* 8 mb 8 mb empty empty empty empty 24 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb 4 mb 24 mb 8 mb 8 m...

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    3-16 installing options recommended memory upgrade path total bank 0 bank 1 bank 2 memory simm 1 simm 2 simm 3 simm 4 simm 5 simm 6 88 mb 32 mb 32 mb 8 mb 8 mb 4 mb 4 mb 96 mb 32 mb 32 mb 8 mb 8 mb 4 mb 4 mb 96 mb 16 mb 16 mb 16 mb 16 mb 16 mb 16 mb 96 mb 32 mb 32 mb 16 mb 16 mb empty empty 112 mb 3...

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    Installing options 3-17 4. Push the simm away from the locking tabs and remove it from the socket. Removing a simm use the following procedure to install a simm stick. Installing a simm install a simm as follows. 1. Remove the system unit cover. 2. Locate the simm sockets (see “system board options”...

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    3-18 installing options 3. Install the simms from the back to the front. 4. Align the notched end of the simm with the left side of the simm socket as shown in the following figure. 5. Insert the simm at an angle into the socket. 6. Tilt the simm towards the locking tabs using equal pressure at the ...

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    Installing options 3-19 video upgrade upgrade the video memory by adding a 3-mb upgrade sgram module as follows. Note your system comes standard with 2 mb of sgram (includes a 1-mb module). To upgrade to 4 mb, you must replace your 1-mb module with a 3-mb upgrade module. 1. Remove the system unit co...

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    3-20 installing options aligning the video sgram module with the sockets 4. Replace any boards that were removed. 5. Replace the system unit cover..

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    Installing options 3-21 processor upgrade the zero-insertion force (zif) socket accepts pin-grid-array (pga) processors, such as the primary processor or an overdrive processor. ! Caution incorrect installation of the processor can damage the processor, system board, or both. Follow the installation...

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    3-22 installing options releasing the processor ! Caution before picking up the processor, reduce static discharge by touching the metal frame of the system unit. 5. Lift the processor out of the socket. 6. Continue with the following procedure to install the new overdrive processor..

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    Installing options 3-23 installing the processor 1. Remove the processor currently in the system (see previous procedure). ! Caution before picking up the overdrive processor, reduce static discharge by touching the metal frame of the system unit. 2. Align the notched corner of the overdrive process...

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    3-24 installing options ! Caution remember to either reattach the heatsink used with the old processor or install the new heatsink supplied with the overdrive processor. 4. Check to see if the newly installed overdrive processor requires a system board jumper change (see chapter 5, “setting system b...

  • Page 58: Installing Options

    Installing options 3-23 installing options 3.

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    3-24 installing options.

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    Installing options 3-25 locating device slots the system has six storage device slots: a 3 1/2-inch accessible device slot which contains the standard 1.44-mb diskette drive two internal 3 1/2-inch internal hard disk drive slots (1-inch high, thin-height) three 5 1/4-inch accessible device slots (1....

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    3-26 installing options preparing the device before installing a storage device in the system, follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the device. For example, check the following: diskette drive remove any termination on the optional diskette drive. See the documentation that comes w...

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    Installing options 3-27 system board cable connectors diskette drive signal cable a three-connector diskette drive signal cable comes attached to the system board and to the standard 1.44-mb diskette drive. The installation of a second diskette drive in your system does not require the replacement o...

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    3-28 installing options the following figure shows a three-connector diskette drive signal cable. Diskette drive signal cable ide signal cables hard disk systems come with a three-connector ide interface cable attached to the primary ide connector. Multimedia systems come with a second ide cable con...

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    Installing options 3-29 the following figure shows a typical three-connector ide cable. If the ide cable is not keyed with a connector tab, align the colored edge of the cable with the pin 1 side of the drive connector. Ide cable connectors.

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    3-30 installing options system power cables power cables come from the power supply and are attached to the standard storage devices. System power cables vary in length and provide connector sizes to accommodate a variety of supported storage configurations. Power cable connectors are keyed to fit o...

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    Installing options 3-31 ide device cabling the following procedure explains how to cable an ide device. 1. Connect the signal cable connector to the connector on the ide device. Take care to prevent bending drive connector pins. Align the cable connector as shown in the following figure. 2. Locate a...

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    3-32 installing options diskette drive cabling 1. Connect the diskette drive signal cable connector to the signal connector on the diskette drive as shown in the following figure. 2. Locate an available power connector. 3. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the device. Connecting 1.2-...

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    Installing options 3-33 installing storage devices the following subsections describe how to install 3 1/2-inch and 5 1/4-inch drives. The installation procedures include: installing the 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive removing the side panel removing the front panel installing a 5 1/4-inch device replac...

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    3-34 installing options 4. To install the internal hard disk drive, you must first remove the power supply. Remove the power supply as follows. Locate the power supply as shown. Locating the power supply disconnect the power supply cables from the system board..

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    Installing options 3-35 remove the power supply screws. Removing the power supply lift the power supply out of the system unit. 5. Align the holes in the hard disk drive with the holes at the bottom of the unit..

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    3-36 installing options 6. Secure the device to the bottom of the system unit. Securing the 3 1/2-inch drive 7. Connect the drive cables. 8. Replace the power supply and reattach the power supply cables to the system board. 9. Replace the four screws. 10. Replace the system unit cover. See “replacin...

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    Installing options 3-37 removing the side panel remove the side panel only if you are installing a 5 1/4-inch device in the top slot. (the second and middle slots install using rails from the front.) the side panel does not need to be removed if you are installing a 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive. If yo...

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    3-38 installing options removing the front panel remove the front panel only if you are installing a 5 1/4-inch device. The front panel does not need to be removed if you are installing a 3 1/2-inch hard disk drive. 1. Remove the front panel by releasing the six tabs from the back of the front panel...

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    Installing options 3-39 4. Remove the slot cover from the selected slot on the chassis. Removing the slot cover 5. Install the device (see the following section “installing the 5 1/4-inch device”). Installing the 5 1/4-inch device install an accessible device into the device cage as follows. 1. Foll...

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    3-40 installing options attaching device rails 4. From the front of the system, insert the device, connector end first, into the device slot. Note to easily access device connectors for cabling, do not insert a 5 1/4-inch device all the way into the slot. 5. Connect the device cables. 6. Secure the ...

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    Installing options 3-41 securing the device replacing the side and front panels to replace the front and side panels, follow this procedure. 1. Align the four front panel tabs with the holes in the front of the system unit. 2. Evenly press the front panel into position until the tabs lock the panel ...

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    3-42 installing options aligning the front panel 3. Replace the side panel, and reinsert the screws to hold the panel in place. 4. Replace the cover. See “replacing the system unit cover.” 5. Run the setup program to set the new configuration..

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    Installing options 3-43 adding external options this subsection includes installation procedures for the following external options: parallel printer serial devices. Connecting a parallel printer note before connecting a printer to the system, be sure the printer is set up correctly. Follow the setu...

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    3-44 installing options connecting a printer cable 3. Secure the cable with the screws provided. 4. Connect the other end to the printer. Connecting an rs-232c device note before connecting a serial device to the system, be sure the serial device is set up correctly. Follow the setup instructions th...

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    Installing options 3-45 connecting an rs-232c cable 3. Secure the cable with the screws provided. 4. Connect the other end to the serial device..

  • Page 81: Setting System

    Setting system parameters 4-1 setting system parameters this chapter provides information on the nec utilities that ship with your system. The following topics are covered in this chapter. Setup utility flash utility product recovery utility (multimedia systems only) the setup utility the setup util...

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    4-2 setting system parameters system configuration information is stored in nonvolatile memory. A nonvolatile memory device retains its data when system power is turned off. Nonvolatile memory in your system is a complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (cmos) chip backed up by a battery on the syste...

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    Setting system parameters 4-3 configure system connections for peripherals such as your diskette drive, hard disks, and devices connected to the printer port and serial ports. Customize your system with security features such as passwords, diskette drive restriction, virus check reminder and system ...

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    4-4 setting system parameters main menu how to use setup use the keys shown on the right of the setup menu to make your selections or exit the current menu. The following table describes the navigation keys and their alternates. Navigation keys key function f1 provides help for the parameter field b...

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    Setting system parameters 4-5 navigation keys key function ← or → arrow keys selects next menu. F5 loads the default configuration values for this menu. F6 selects the previous value for the field. F10 save and exit to display a submenu, use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the submenu you want....

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    4-6 setting system parameters video mode mouse base memory extended memory bios version system date/time use this menu to set the current time and date. The settings remain in memory even after you turn off the system power. To set the date, enter the current month, day, and year in mm/dd/yyyy forma...

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    Setting system parameters 4-7 jumper settings on the ide device must be set to the master or slave device (see the documentation that comes with the device). Ide device configuration submenu the ide device submenu lets you check or change the following hard disk drive parameters. Ide device configur...

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    4-8 setting system parameters ide translation mode the ide translation mode parameter controls the way in which the bios interacts with the drive in terms of drive geometry. Proper choice is dependent upon the drive’s size, capabilities, and the operating system (os) used. The following choices are ...

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    Setting system parameters 4-9 ! Caution when set to auto detected, the bios will detect what the drive is capable of, not the translation mechanism which was used to format the drive. If a drive is run in a mode other than the mode in which it was partitioned and formatted, unpredictable results may...

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    4-10 setting system parameters language the installed language will appear in the setup and bios text strings. English (us) is the default in the u. S. And canada. Boot options when the cursor is placed in the boot option field, you can select it by pressing enter . The boot options submenu appears ...

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    Setting system parameters 4-11 system cache the default for the system cache field is “enabled.” this field controls both the primary and secondary caches. Setting the system cache to “disabled” will hurt performance, but might be required when running software which uses software timing loops and n...

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    4-12 setting system parameters hard disk pre-delay the hard disk pre-delay field causes the bios to wait a specified time before accessing the first hard disk drive. Setting a pre-delay provides the system with some time to identify any additional drives before the standard hard drive initializes. T...

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    Setting system parameters 4-13 750 msec 1000 msec typematic rate the typematic rate field controls the speed characters repeat when you hold down a keyboard key. The higher the number the faster the repeat. The delay times are as follows: 6 char/sec (default) 8 char/sec 10 char/sec 12 char/sec 15 ch...

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    4-14 setting system parameters mouse this field cannot be entered, it is an information field only. The system supports a ps/2 mouse. If the mouse is not installed the field will not be displayed. The default is “installed.” base memory this field cannot be entered, it is an information field only. ...

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    Setting system parameters 4-15 ! Caution setting items in this menu to incorrect values can cause your system to malfunction. Processor type this field cannot be entered, it is an information field only. The processor is a pentium processor that is backward compatible with 8086, 80286, intel 386, an...

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    4-16 setting system parameters ide interface (primary and secondary) the primary and secondary ide interface fields enable the ide interface connectors on the system board. These fields can be either “auto configured” detected or “disabled.” the default is “auto configured.” floppy interface the flo...

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    Setting system parameters 4-17 parallel port interface the parallel port may be “auto” detected or “disabled.” the default is “auto.” when “auto” is selected, the first free lpt port is assigned regardless of what is selected. The parallel port address options are as follows. Disabled lpt3, 3bch, ir...

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    4-18 setting system parameters pci lan interface for network-ready systems, this option “enables” or “disables” the onboard lan interface. The default is “enabled.” advanced chipset configuration when the cursor is placed in the advanced chipset configuration field, you can select it by pressing ent...

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    Setting system parameters 4-19 base memory size the base memory size field controls the mapping of addresses between “512 kb” and “640 kb.” the two choices are described as follows. 512 kb − directs address mapping between 512 kb and 640 kb to the isa bus. 640 kb (default) − directs address mapping ...

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    4-20 setting system parameters video palette snoop the video palette snoop field enables card “snoop” (also called ramdac shadowing) write cycles to the isa video card’s palette registers. This field can be either “enabled” or “disabled,” the default is “disabled.” this should only be set to “enable...

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    Setting system parameters 4-21 power management submenu the power management submenu lets you check or change the advanced power management parameter. Selecting the advanced power management field enables or disables power management support in the bios. Power management reduces the amount of energy...

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    4-22 setting system parameters inactivity timer (minutes) the inactivity timer (minutes) field controls the number of minutes that the system will detect no user activity before going into low power mode. Minutes range between 0 and 255; the default value is 10 minutes. Hot key the hot key field is ...

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    Setting system parameters 4-23 hot key parameters hot key function powerdown hot key enabled only system powers down. Powers up when any key/mouse activity is detected. Security hot key enabled only system secure immediately. Keyboard lamps blink. Input accepted when password typed. Both hot keys en...

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    4-24 setting system parameters the choices are as follows. Use bios setup − the bios depends upon the information provided by run-time plug and play software (configuration managers and icu). When “use bios setup” is chosen, the bios depends on run- time software to ensure that there are no conflict...

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    Setting system parameters 4-25 when a value other than “disabled” is selected, a block is unshadowed and the isa shared memory base address field will appear. Disabled (default) 16 kb 32 kb 48 kb 64 kb 80 kb 96 kb note if a value of “ 96 kb ” is selected, then the isa shared memory base address fiel...

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    4-26 setting system parameters available interrupt requests (irq) between irq3 through irq15 will be displayed. Interrupts consumed by on-board resources will not be visible. Note all but one irq can be set to “ used by isa card. ” one must remain available for a pci expansion board. Event logging c...

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    Setting system parameters 4-27 security passwords password enabled password at boot access setup access all setup fields set unattended start set security hot key user password only yes no yes yes yes administrative password only no yes yes no no both user and administrative passwords yes no no (use...

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    4-28 setting system parameters the security submenu lets you check or change the following password parameters. Note if neither the user or administrative password is “ enabled, ” the unattended start and security hot key fields are not displayed. User password this field allows you to enable a user...

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    Setting system parameters 4-29 if there is already a user or administrative password, then a dialog box with the following prompts appears. Enter current password: [ ] enter new password: [ ] confirm new password: [ ] unattended start the unattended start field controls the point at which the user p...

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    4-30 setting system parameters exit saving changes exit discarding changes load setup defaults discard changes. Exit saving changes after making your selections on the setup menus, always select “exit saving changes” to make them operative. When “exit saving changes,” has been selected, the program ...

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    Setting system parameters 4-31 load setup defaults to load all the default setup values in the setup menus, select “load setup defaults” from the exit submenu. Reloading the defaults does not affect the any set passwords. The program displays this message: load setup defaults? Press enter to continu...

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    4-32 setting system parameters flash utility the system bios resides on a flash read only memory (rom) in your system. The flash rom can be updated with a very simple procedure. Performing an update is done with a bios flash diskette. The diskette contains the latest version of the bios code. You ca...

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    Setting system parameters 4-33 product recovery cd the product recovery cd that comes with your system contains everything you need to: restore individual files on your system completely recover your system. You also need a cd-rom drive (standard with multimedia systems) to run the product recovery ...

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    4-34 setting system parameters system recovery use this option as a last resort when your preinstalled software becomes unusable and you cannot reboot from the hard disk. This option requires booting from the recovery cd. The system recovery option provides a full system recovery. This option lets y...

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    Setting system parameters 4-35 2 check list of files to be restored — this area lets you check the files you selected for restoration. The following sections explain how to use the restore individual files screen. Complete all sections to restore your files. Selecting files under “select files to re...

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    4-36 setting system parameters checking selected files to continue the restoration process, check the files to be restored as follows. 1. Look at the list of files in the “check list of files to be restored” area of the screen. 2. If you need to add any files to the list, go back to the preceding se...

  • Page 117: Caution

    Setting system parameters 4-37 3. Click “ok.” 4. If you replaced any windows system files, exit windows and reboot the system. System recovery if your preinstalled software becomes unusable and you cannot reboot from the hard disk, you can restore your system to its initial shipping configuration. S...

  • Page 118

    4-38 setting system parameters 3. Turn on system power. The system recovery screen provides information about the restore process. Read this information. You can choose one of the following two options: continue — proceeds with the recovery program. Quit — exits the recovery program back to ms-dos. ...

  • Page 119: Setting System Board

    Setting system board jumpers 5-1 setting system board jumpers this chapter provides jumper setting information for configuring your system for a particular system requirement. Situations that require changing the jumper settings include the following: you are upgrading your processor. You have inter...

  • Page 120: Warning

    5-2 setting system board jumpers changing processor jumper settings the following procedure explains how to locate and change the jumper setting when you upgrade your processor. ! Warning the system power must be off before changing a jumper setting. 1. Power off and unplug the system and any periph...

  • Page 121

    Setting system board jumpers 5-3 locating system configuration jumpers 4. Set the processor/bus speed jumpers for your processor. Change the jumper setting by lifting the plastic block and placing it on the appropriate pins as shown in the following figure. We suggest using needle- nose pliers to mo...

  • Page 122

    5-4 setting system board jumpers processor/bus speed jumper settings microprocessor speed − j1k2 166-mhz processor/66-mhz bus speed jumper 5-6, 1-2 (c) jumper 5-6, 2-3 (d) 150-mhz processor/60-mhz bus speed jumper 5-6, 2-3 (c) jumper 5-6, 2-3 (d) 133-mhz processor/66-mhz bus speed jumper 5-6, 1-2 (c...

  • Page 123: Caution

    Setting system board jumpers 5-5 ! Caution the wrong processor voltage (vr/vre) jumper setting could damage the system board processor. Be sure the processor voltage jumper is set correctly for your processor. 5. Reinstall any removed expansion boards (see “replacing expansion boards” in chapter 3)....

  • Page 124

    5-6 setting system board jumpers 3. Locate the bios recovery jumper j6c2 on the system board (see the figure “locating system configuration jumpers”). 4. You may have to remove any installed expansion boards to access the jumpers (see “removing expansion boards” in chapter 3). 5. Move the jumper blo...

  • Page 125: Caution:

    Setting system board jumpers 5-7 12. Replace the system unit cover. Reconnect the system power cables and peripheral devices. 13. Power on the system. 14. Run setup (see chapter 4, “setting system parameters”). Clearing cmos if you want to return your system to the factory default settings, use the ...

  • Page 126

    5-8 setting system board jumpers 4. Move the jumper block to the clear position. Clear cmos jumper settings 5. Replace the system unit cover (“replacing the system unit cover” in chapter 3). 6. Connect system power cables and monitor. 7. Power on the system. The system displays a system configuratio...

  • Page 127: Warning

    Setting system board jumpers 5-9 denying access to setup in special cases, you may want to deny the user access to the setup utility. In this case you must change the jumper from its default position. Use the following procedure to change the jumper setting. 1. Power off the system and unplug any pe...

  • Page 128: Warning

    5-10 setting system board jumpers setup access jumper settings 6. If you removed any expansion boards, replace them (see “replacing expansion boards” in chapter 3). 7. Replace the system unit cover. Reconnect the system power cables and peripheral devices. 8. Power on the system. 9. Run setup (see c...

  • Page 129

    Setting system board jumpers 5-11 2. Remove the system unit cover (“removing the system unit cover” in chapter 3). 3. Locate the password clear jumper j1k2 (a) on the system board (see the figure “locating system configuration jumpers” earlier in the chapter). You may have to remove any installed ex...

  • Page 130: Warning

    5-12 setting system board jumpers 10. If you removed any expansion boards, replace them (see “replacing expansion boards” in chapter 3). 11. Replace the system unit cover. 12. Power on the system. 13. Run setup to set a new password (see chapter 4, “setting system parameters”). Pci expansion slots t...

  • Page 131: Caution

    Setting system board jumpers 5-13 note when the jumper is set for two pci slots, the shared pci/isa slot functions only as an isa slot. ! Caution do not change the jumper from two pci slots (default) to three pci slots in network configurations. Changing the jumper affects network functionality. Cha...

  • Page 132: Using Voyetra Sound

    Using voyetra sound software 6-1 using voyetra sound software your powermate multimedia configuration ships with voyetra ® multimedia sound software. Use this software to adjust the volume of your speakers, record sound using a microphone, play, edit, and record .Wav files, play music on your cd-rom...

  • Page 133

    6-2 using voyetra sound software audiostation main screen layout power bar the power bar is the most important module as it controls the other modules. It rearranges, opens and closes each module, which are then removed from the screen. It quits audiostation and activates help. See the following fig...

  • Page 134

    Using voyetra sound software 6-3 the power bar buttons are explained as follows. Launches help for each component. Launches or closes the audio mixer module. Launches or closes the midi player module. Launches or closes the cd player module. Launches or closes the wav player module. Note the online ...

  • Page 135

    6-4 using voyetra sound software adjusting the sound using the speakers the controls on your speakers let you adjust the treble, bass, and volume (see “speakers” in chapter 1 for control locations). Cd player the cd player lets you play audio cds. To play a cd, use the following procedure. 1. Place ...

  • Page 136

    Using voyetra sound software 6-5 recording digital audio files to record .Wav files, use the following procedures. 1. Connect your audio source (microphone, cd player, tape deck) to the input jack at the back of the system. 2. From the mixer module, select your input source and set the recording vol...

  • Page 137

    6-6 using voyetra sound software editing digital audio files to edit digital audio files, click on the edit button. This launches the audioview program with the current file open. Midi player the midi player plays, edits, and records musical instrument digital interface (midi) sequences and saves th...

  • Page 138: Solving System

    Solving system problems 7-1 solving system problems your system has a built-in checking program that automatically tests its components when you turn the system unit power on. If there is a problem, the system displays an error message. If this happens, follow any instructions on the screen. If scre...

  • Page 139

    7-2 solving system problems problem checklist if you have problems, go through the following checklist for possible solutions. Is the power switch on for the computer and any connected peripherals (monitor, printer)? Check that all power switches are on. Is the computer and its peripherals connected...

  • Page 140

    Solving system problems 7-3 solutions to common problems see the following sections to match your problem area and view the possible causes and solutions. When trying to solve problems, you should note what the system was doing when the problem occurred and what you attempted to do to correct the pr...

  • Page 141

    7-4 solving system problems system does not boot from hard disk the system tries to start from the diskette drive before it starts from the hard drive. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive. Run the setup utility and check the boot parameter settings to verify that the initial boot parameter i...

  • Page 142

    Solving system problems 7-5 diskette drive problems check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. Diskette won't load check that the diskette is being loaded correctly. Check that the system and monitor power lamps are on and the power-on screen appears. Check that the diskett...

  • Page 143

    7-6 solving system problems monitor problems check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. Monitor screen is dark check that the monitor power cable is connected to the monitor and a power outlet, the monitor signal cable is connected to the system, and the brightness and cont...

  • Page 144

    Solving system problems 7-7 keyboard/mouse problems check the following problem to see the possible cause and solution. Image appears on screen but nothing happens when you use the mouse or keyboard tighten the keyboard or mouse cable connection. If this does not help, turn off the system, wait five...

  • Page 145

    7-8 solving system problems cd-rom problems check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. The system does not see the cd-rom reader the drive designation is wrong and should be changed. The cd-rom reader is assigned as drive f. The cd-rom reader is not reading a disc check tha...

  • Page 146

    Solving system problems 7-9 speaker problems check the following problems to see the possible cause and solution. No sound from the speakers check that the speaker power is on. Verify that all speaker cable connections are correct and secure. Speaker volume is too low adjust the volume control on th...

  • Page 147: Caution

    7-10 solving system problems replacing the cmos battery a 3-volt lithium battery in your computer maintains system configuration information. If your system fails to maintain system configuration information, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer. ! Caution removing...

  • Page 148

    Solving system problems 7-11 if you need to replace the battery, follow these steps: 1. Turn off and unplug the computer and any external components connected to it. 2. Remove the system unit cover. Observe all safety precautions when removing the cover. 3. Locate the battery socket on the system bo...

  • Page 149: Caution

    7-12 solving system problems 4. Carefully release the battery from the tabs on one side of the socket and slide the battery out. ! Caution to maintain a tight battery contact with the socket, do not over-bend the battery clip. Removing the battery 5. Remove the battery and discard in accordance with...

  • Page 150

    Solving system problems 7-13 9. Connect external peripherals and power cables 10. Run the setup utility to reconfigure your system parameters. Diagnostic diskette if you are unable to resolve your system's problem using the problem/solutions topics in this chapter, we suggest that you run the diagno...

  • Page 151: Setting Up A Healthy

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-1 setting up a healthy work environment ! Warning prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in the manner described in this appendix. . Contact a doctor if...

  • Page 152

    A-2 setting up a healthy work environment although some studies have shown an association between increasing hours of keyboard use and the development of some musculoskeletal disorders, it is still unclear whether working at a computer causes such disorders. Some doctors believe that using the keybo...

  • Page 153

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-3 arrange your equipment arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Place items that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to the proper height (as described in this appendix) by lowering the ta...

  • Page 154

    A-4 setting up a healthy work environment adjust your chair your chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary your posture throughout the day. Check the following: keep your body in a relaxed yet upright position. The backrest of your chair should support the inward curve of your back. Use the entire...

  • Page 155

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-5 your seat depth should allow your lower back to com- fortably contact the backrest. Make sure that the backs of your lower legs do not press against the front of the chair. Extend your lower legs slightly so that the angle between your thighs and lower legs ...

  • Page 156

    A-6 setting up a healthy work environment adjust your input devices follow these points in positioning your keyboard and mouse. Position your keyboard directly in front of you. Avoid reaching when using your keyboard or mouse. If you use a mouse, position it at the same height as the keyboard and ne...

  • Page 157

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-7 type with your hands and wrists floating above the key- board. Use a wrist pad only to rest your wrists between typing. Avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges. Type with your wrists straight. Instead of twisting your wrists sideways to press hard-to-reach ...

  • Page 158

    A-8 setting up a healthy work environment adjust your monitor correct placement and adjustment of the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the monitor. Adjust the monitor height so that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your...

  • Page 159

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-9 rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away. Blink often. Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect o...

  • Page 160

    A-10 setting up a healthy work environment vary your workday if you use your computer for prolonged periods, follow these instructions. Vary your tasks throughout the day. Take frequent short breaks that involve walking, stand- ing, and stretching. During these breaks, stretch muscles and joints tha...

  • Page 161

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-11 use a timer or reminder software to remind you to take breaks. To enhance blood circulation, alter your sitting posture periodically and keep your hands and wrists warm. Note for more information on workstation setup, see the american national standard for ...

  • Page 162

    A-12 setting up a healthy work environment checking your comfort: how do you measure up? Use this checklist to see if you are setting up your work environment to fit your physical needs. Checking your chair do you sit in an upright position with the backrest sup- porting your lower back? When sittin...

  • Page 163

    Setting up a healthy work environment a-13 checking you is your work area set up to promote a natural and relax- ing working position with frequently used work items within close reach? Do you take frequent short breaks? Do you stretch and walk during your breaks? Do you vary your tasks during the d...

  • Page 164: Reviewing System

    Reviewing system interrupts b-1 reviewing system interrupts the interrupt controller accepts requests from peripherals, issues interrupt requests to the processor, resolves interrupt priorities, and provides vectors for the processor to determine which interrupt routine to execute. The interrupt con...

  • Page 165

    B-2 reviewing system interrupts interrupt level assignments interrupt priority interrupt device irq08 real-time clock irq09 available irq10 available (audio on multimedia configurations) irq11 network interface board irq12 ps/2 mouse irq13 coprocessor irq14 primary ide irq15 secondary ide.

  • Page 166: Limited Warranty

    Limited warranty c-1 limited warranty nec computer systems division, packard bell nec, inc. (hereinafter “neccsd”) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms: how long is the warranty? Labor and parts are warranted for three (3) years from the...

  • Page 167

    C-2 limited warranty 3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from, but not limited to: a. Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. B. Repair or attempted...

  • Page 168

    Limited warranty c-3 what we will pay for and what we will not pay for we will pay labor and material expenses for covered items, but we will not pay for the following: 1. Removal or installation charges. 2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls. Thes...

  • Page 169

    C-4 limited warranty limitation of damages and implied warranties neccsd's sole liability for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Neccsd shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in this product, damages based u...

  • Page 170

    Limited warranty c-5 for warranty information, telephone 1-888-etc-supt (1-888-382-7878) note: all products returned to neccsd for service must have prior approval; this may be obtained by calling the above number. Neccsd products are warranted in accordance with the terms of the applicable neccsd l...

  • Page 171: Index

    Index-1 a accessing voyetra from windows 95, 6-1 activating a module, 6-2 adjusting sound, 6-3 advanced menu, 4-14 audio connectors, 1-11 audio mixer, 6-3 audiostation modules cd, 6-4 midi, 6-6 mixer, 6-3 wav player, 6-4 audiostation screen, 6-1 b battery, 7-10 replacing, 7-10 bios recovery jumper, ...

  • Page 172

    Index-2 f features back, 1-8–1-12 cd-rom reader, 1-6 diskette drive, 1-6 front, 1-2–1-8 power saving, 1-3 system controls and lamps, 1-3–1-4 finding information, 2-5 full power on mode, 1-4 h hard disk drive parameters, 4-7 headphones, 1-7 healthy work environment setting up, a-1 help, 7-13 i ide tr...

  • Page 173

    Index-3 o obtaining flash utility, 4-32 online diagnostics, 7-13 online documentation, xiv, 2-2, 2-4 option installation, 3-1 expansion boards, 3-8 external options, 3-43 precautions, 3-3 processor upgrade, 3-21 simm memory, 3-13 storage devices, 3-24 system unit cover removal, 3-4 video memory, 3-1...

  • Page 174

    Index-4 storage device installation, 3-25 3 1/2-inch hard drive, 3-33 5 1/4-inch device, 3-39 device cables, 3-26 device preparation, 3-26 device slots, 3-25 suspend button, 1-3 suspend mode, 1-3, 1-4 system board interrupt controller, b-1 jumpers, 5-2 system recovery, 4-34, 4-37, 4-38 system restor...

  • Page 175: Declaration of Conformity

    Nec computer systems division, a division of packard bell nec, inc. Declaration of conformity we, the responsible party nec computer systems division packard bell nec, inc. 1414 massachusetts ave. Boxborough, ma 01719 (508) 264-8000 declare that the product nec powermate mt v/p series is in conformi...

  • Page 176

    (for united states use only) federal communications commission radio frequency interference statement warning: changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: this equipment has been ...

  • Page 177

    Battery replacement a lithium battery in your computer maintains system configuration information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system configuration information, nec recommends that you replace the battery. See “replacing the cmos battery” in chapter 7 of this guide for battery re...