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  • Page 1 POWERMATE P Electronic User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time Setting Up Your Operating System Getting to Know Your Computer Communicating With Your Computer Applications ® Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista ® Recovery Information for Windows Vista only Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Safety Notices...
  • Page 3 This guide will contain more information on your system and ® Windows Visit our website at www.nec-computers-ap.com regularly to download the most up-to-date Electronic User’s Guide and print it for your reference. Note We recommend that you print this documentation. It will then be easily accessible even when your system is shut down.
  • Page 4 Basic Care and Handling Tips Protect the computer from extremely low or high temperatures. Let the computer warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it. Keep the computer away from magnetised areas (some airline tray tables are magnetic; do not set your computer on top of them).
  • Page 5 Storage Requirements Store the computer and AC adaptor in an environment that meets the following conditions: Should the temperature of the computer suddenly rise or fall (for example, when you move the computer from a cold place to a warm place), vapour may condense inside the computer. Turning on the computer under such conditions can damage the internal computer components.

  • Page 6: Starting Up Your Computer For The First Time

    Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time Packing List Before you begin using your computer, please remove all the items inside the packaging box and make sure that you have all the items in the packing list, illustrated below. 1.
  • Page 7 Note For information on the specification of your computer, please refer to the System Configuration Label on the packaging box that comes with your system. Setting Up and Booting Your Computer The first thing you need to do is to set your computer up correctly, making sure that all the essential devices and cables are properly connected.
  • Page 8 The system unit has two fastening clips on its back, one on each side. Close-up side view of fastening clips c. Align the slots on the back of the gadget pocket with the fastening clips on the back of the system unit.
  • Page 9 It can be used to store devices, peripherals and gadgets neatly. Storing a mouse g. To store a keyboard, remove the two plates from inside the gadget pocket first. These plates can slide in and out along grooves inside the gadget pocket. Removing the metal plates Storing a keyboard Note...
  • Page 10 Step 1 (for P6000 series only) a. Position the system unit carefully so that the screen is facing down. Note Use a smooth, flat surface, and cover it with a non-abrasive material such as a soft cloth to prevent damage to your screen. CAUTION The hinge stopper must be installed.
  • Page 11 Step 2 Note If you are using a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, ignore Step 2 and proceed to Step 3. Connect the USB connectors of the keyboard and mouse into any USB ports on the system unit. In this example we will be using the USB ports located on the back of the system unit. P4000 series P6000 series - 11 -...
  • Page 12 Step 3 CAUTION Before you connect or disconnect the power cord at the AC Port of your computer, please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet. Only use the power cable that comes with your computer. Although other power cables may look similar, using them may damage your computer.
  • Page 13 Step 4 P4000 series (i) Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug. (ii) Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet. P6000 series (i) Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug. (ii) Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet. CAUTION Do not cover or place objects on the AC adaptor.
  • Page 14 Step 5 Switch on the AC power outlet. Then, press the “Power” button on the system unit to boot or start up your computer for the first time. The power button is located on the top of the system. P4000 series P6000 series And that’s all! You’ve successfully booted your computer for the first time.
  • Page 15 Using a Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse Once you have switched on the power to your computer, follow these steps to install your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. Step 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the wireless keyboard by sliding off the cover.
  • Page 16 Insert batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity signs inside the battery compartment. Place the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the wireless mouse. Turn on the power switch of the wireless mouse on the bottom back of the wireless mouse.
  • Page 17 b. Press and hold the connect button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard for at least 6 seconds until the wireless keyboard LED (on the upper right side of the wireless keyboard) flashes once. Wait for 1 minute until the connection is established. Synchronise the mouse with your system unit c.
  • Page 18 Removing the Hinge Stopper and Back Cover (only available for P4000 series) The P4000 series system unit may be mounted on a wall using a VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) Standard mount. To mount the system unit, you must first remove the rear stand and back cover.
  • Page 19 e. Remove the back cover carefully. Your system unit is now ready to install the VESA Standard wall mounting parts. back cover been removed CAUTION When mounting the system unit, please be extra careful not to drop or damage any parts.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Operating System

    Setting up Your Operating System ® Windows Vista Operating System Setup ® For Windows Vista Operating system setup © When you switch on the computer, the message “ Microsoft Corporation” will be displayed. ® Please wait a while for the First page of set up Windows screen to be displayed.
  • Page 21 Referring to the guide provided above, please follow the on screen instructions accordingly. ® Windows Vista Please visit our “Questions and Answers” website frequently to obtain the latest information and updates regarding your system: http://www.nec-computers-ap.com/faq/vista.asp - 21 -...
  • Page 22 ® Shutting Down Windows Vista When you have finished using the computer, it is important to remember to shut it down properly. An improper shutting down of the computer can cause important data to be lost or damaged, and may even cause damage to the computer hardware. ®...

  • Page 23: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Getting To Know Your Computer The Front View of the Computer P4000 series Part Icon Name Description HDD/ Optical Disc Blinks white. Indicates that the computer is Drive LED accessing the hard disk drive or optical disc Indicator drive. Memory Card Blinks white.
  • Page 24 The Left Side View of the Computer P4000 series Part Icon Name Description Memory Card This slot enables you to read data from SDHC Reader memory cards. Microphone Allows you to plug in and use a microphone. Jack Headphone Allows you to plug in headphone and listen to Jack music.
  • Page 25 P6000 series Part Icon Name Description Memory Card LED blinks blue, when the computer is Reader LED accessing the memory card reader. Indicator Memory Card This slot enables you to read data from SDHC Reader memory cards. Mini IEEE An IEEE 1394 port (also known as FireWire™ 1394 Port or i.LINK) allows you to connect high-speed IEEE 1394...
  • Page 26 The Right Side View of the Computer P4000 series Part Icon Name Description Power LED When white, indicates that computer is Indicator active. When amber, indicates that computer is in Standby Mode. Optical Disc The optical drive that comes with your Drive computer depends on the configurations of the purchased computer.
  • Page 27 P6000 series Part Icon Name Description Optical Disc The optical drive that comes with your Drive computer depends on the configurations of the purchased computer. Typically, your optical drive should be able to access most common optical discs such as CDs and DVDs.
  • Page 28 The Back View of the Computer P4000 series Part Icon Name Description Ventilator This provides ventilation, to ensure your computer’s temperature is optimal. Security This slot is for fitting a security cable device Cable Slot for extra protection of your computer. AC Power Lets you connect the computer to an AC Port...
  • Page 29 P6000 series Part Icon Name Description Ventilator This provides ventilation, to ensure your computer’s temperature is optimal. USB 2.0 The USB allows for instant plug-and-play Ports access. Connect LED LED blinks blue, when the wireless keyboard Indicator or wireless mouse is connected. Ethernet / Connects to a network cable.
  • Page 30 The wired keyboard The wired keyboard contains many of the standard keys found on other keyboards. In addition, the NEC keyboard features special keys called “Hotkeys” which allow the user to quickly perform functions or launch operations with a single keystroke.
  • Page 31 Item Description Spacebar Used to enter an empty space in your text. Backspace Used to go back one space and delete the last key pressed. ® Used to facilitate your work. Menu/Application key - provides quick Windows ® Keys access to shortcut menus. Windows key–displays the Start Menu.
  • Page 32 Multimedia Keys Icon Name Description Play/Pause Tap the icon once to begin playback of the media player. Tapping it again resumes playback Stop Key Tap the icon once to stop the media player. Volume Tap the icon once to decrease the volume of your system’s Down Key sound/audio.
  • Page 33 The wireless keyboard The NEC wireless keyboard provided with some models communicates with the computer via RF. It features a unique set of Hotkeys specially designed to complement the multimedia features found in the Media Center Computer. Note The actual keyboard may vary slightly from the one shown here, depending on the computer model you purchased.
  • Page 34 Multimedia Buttons Symbol Name Function Live TV Switches to live TV mode on your computer screen or a television connected to your Media Center Computer. Guide Takes you to the electronic programming guide. DVD Menu Displays the DVD Menu. Volume Down Each press lowers the volume by one unit.
  • Page 35 The Mouse The wired/wireless mouse The wired mouse is a 2-button optical mouse with a scroll wheel/button. The table below describes the function of each button. The wireless mouse provided with some models communicates with the computer via RF and functions the same way as a wired mouse. Wired Mouse Wireless Mouse Button...
  • Page 36 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS Disc Care When handling optical discs, keep the following guidelines in mind: Hold optical discs by the outer edge and the inner hub to avoid damaging the surface. • Avoid direct contact with the disc's surface. Avoid scratching or soiling both sides of the disc.
  • Page 37 Optional/Peripheral Accessories Web Camera* Installing the Web Camera 1. Flip open the web camera stand as shown below. 2. The web camera has a magnetic surface on its back that will be attracted to the magnetic pad on the stand when placed close to it. Attach the web camera to its stand in this way. 3.
  • Page 38 TV Tuner* Installing the TV Tuner 1. Connect the USB connector on the TV Tuner into a USB port on your computer. It is recommended that you use a USB port located on the back. Use a USB cable if you need a longer connection.
  • Page 39 Precautions When Using TV Tuner with External Antenna The circuit of cable distribution system under consideration is TNV-1 circuit. • The common sides or earthed side of the circuit are connected to the screen of the coaxial • cable through an antenna connector of tuner and to all accessible parts and circuits (SELV and accessible metal parts).

  • Page 40: Communicating With Your Computer

    COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR COMPUTER The internal LAN feature allows you to connect your computer to a local area network. (This is managed through the Ethernet/LAN port only available on some models.) Follow these steps to take advantage of the internal LAN feature: 1.
  • Page 41 WIRELESS LAN The Wireless LAN feature allows you to connect your computer to a local area network using a wireless connection. For P4000 series series, slide the Wireless LAN button on the back panel of the system unit to the “On” position. The Wireless LAN LED will light up, indicating that the Wireless LAN is enabled.

  • Page 42: Applications

    Applications ® ® Adobe Reader ® ® Adobe Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files from your local hard drive, your local network, or the Internet. ® ® Access to Adobe Reader ® ® 1. Double click the Adobe Reader icon to launch the application.
  • Page 43 CyberLink Live* Share Media and Access TV Anytime, Anywhere Watch your favourite TV shows from anywhere in the world via Internet. • Access live video feed captured by webcams via CyberLink Live. • Enjoy photos, music and videos from your home wherever you are. •...
  • Page 44 Sharing Your Multimedia with Others • Share Media Share your best photos, favourite videos and audio collections to friends and family. CyberLink Live offers a secure way to share your media directly from your computer. No need for lengthy uploads. •...
  • Page 45 CyberLink MagicDirector * Magical Video Editing for the Digital Home. • Easy-to-use video editing software featuring CyberLink technology that automatically • cleans and edits video content. Used in conjunction with digital home software such as award-winning CyberLink PowerCinema, • ® CyberLink PowerDVD or Windows Media Center Edition (MCE), MagicDirector redefines video editing via remote control.
  • Page 46 Key features of "CyberLink MagicDirector": Edit videos from PowerCinema using a remote control. • Personalise your videos with magical movie styles. • Keep your best clips, remove the worst, and let MagicDirector decide the rest. • Use Magic Clean to enhance your video's images and audio. •...
  • Page 47 CyberLink MagicSports 3.0* • Watch and control TV sports programmes with multiple features. • Lets you experience TV sports programmes like never before by creating your own soccer highlights. • Gives greater control over watching recorded TV sports programmes by allowing quick replay of special moments such as near-goals and goals, fouls, corners and penalties.
  • Page 48 CyberLink MakeDisc 3* Easy DVD Burning for the Digital Home Burn videos and photo slideshows to CDs, DVDs as well as Blu-Ray discs. • Import recorded TV Shows and burn to CDs, DVDs as well as Blu-Ray discs. • Select a themed menu for easy DVD navigation. •...
  • Page 49 2. CyberLink Media Server main display screen will appear. As part of its effort to provide you with the complete digital home experience, NEC is proud to present you with 1 licensed copy of SoftDMA that can be installed onto any of your other existing computers.
  • Page 50 CyberLink PowerCinema 5* The TV Entertainment Centre for the Digital Home. Watch analog and digital TV programmes with time-shift playback. • Record your favourite TV and radio shows with smart scheduling. • Search for TV programmes that match your interests via EPG. •...
  • Page 51 CyberLink PowerDVD 7.3* PowerDVD is the latest evolution of the world-acclaimed DVD software program that offers maximum video and audio playback entertainment on your computer. It comes complete with numerous customisable video/audio controls that can deliver the highest quality viewing and listening experience.
  • Page 52 High-Definition Video: HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs • New movie features and improved image detail. Hardware acceleration • Optimisation for high-definition graphic processors from Intel, NVIDIA and ATI. High-definition format support • Playback of high-definition file formats H.264, HD MPEG-2 and WMV-HD. Advanced display technologies •...
  • Page 53 CyberLink SoftDMA* CyberLink SoftDMA is an UPnP player for accessing media across a DLNA/UPnP network. SoftDMA allows the playback of digital video, photo and music content by automatically locating media servers connected across a network. Access and play media files across a home network using SoftDMA Play media files stored on other computers by accessing them across your home network.
  • Page 54 CyberLink TV Enhance* The TV Entertainment Center for the Digital Home TV on the PC – Schedule, record, and watch your favorite TV shows with your PC TV Enhance puts you in complete control, either via remote control or a mouse and keyboard. You can surf, record, and watch TV via easy onscreen navigation.
  • Page 55 TV Scheduling TV Enhance lets you check for program information via Internet and Teletext-based Electronic Program Guides. You can then set your programs to be recorded according to the Electronic Program Guides schedule. TV Enhance supports up to 99 preset recording times and saves directly to your hard drive.
  • Page 56 ® McAfee Personal Firewall* Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacks. Blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic. • Reduces uncertainty about your computer's activities. • Safeguards your most valuable and irreplaceable information. • ® ® Integrates seamlessly with McAfee VirusScan virus detection and removal.
  • Page 57 ® McAfee SecurityCenter* ® The McAfee SecurityCenter combines a free set of must-have security services with simplified access to McAfee's world-class managed security products. These services, including a Security Index and real-time external security alert system, assess, inform and warn you about your computer's security vulnerability.
  • Page 58 Safe surfing protection If installed, the McAfee SiteAdvisor browser plug-in helps protect you from spyware, spam, viruses and online scams by rating Web sites you visit or that appear in your Web search results. You can view detailed safety ratings that show how a site tested for e-mail practices, downloads, online affiliations and annoyances such as pop-ups and third-party tracking cookies.
  • Page 59 ® ® McAfee VirusScan Proven security that protects against viruses and spyware: Protects irreplaceable files, such as family photos and personal financial documents. • Identifies spyware and adware before they can run on your computer. • Cleans viruses and virus-like threats automatically. •...
  • Page 60 Answers” website frequently to obtain the latest information and updates regarding your system: http://www.nec-computers-ap.com/faq/vista.asp One of the important updates is to improve the keyboard’s multimedia buttons function. The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific models only).
  • Page 61 NMouse Utility Software* The NMouse Utility Software is a complementary feature of the computer and is optional on selected models of the mouse. The NMouse Utility provides an easy and convenient way to operate and navigate your computer. Some features of the utility include: •...
  • Page 62 Easy configuration Configure the zoom option according to your preferences. Easy Touch With NMouse utility software, frequently used buttons can be configured with just a few clicks away. Control your multimedia playback, web navigation, office application and office in the same interface with the easy to use Quick Jump control.
  • Page 63 Functions like WWW, WWW Favorite, WWW Search, Email, WWW Refresh, WWW Back, WWW Forward, WWW Stop are included. ® To start your Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 (or above) and open the home page you set. WWW Favorite To select a web page from your list of favourites. WWW Search To gain access to a number of search providers.
  • Page 64 Previous Track Skip backward to the previous track. Next Track Skip forward to the next track. Play / Pause Play file in the current track. Press again to pause. Stop Stop playing. Eject / Close Eject the CD tray. Press again to close tray cover. Office Application Quick Launch When clicking on icon located in the inner circle, an Office Function Menu will pop up in the...
  • Page 65 Office Quick Control The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific models only). - 65 -...
  • Page 66 Roxio Creator LJ* • Burn Data, Audio, Photo and Video CDs & DVDs. • Backup fast and copy with ease • Rips CDs Music to Local HDD • Disc’s Image Creation & Burning Get the most out of your digital videos, music and photos. Roxio Creator LJ lets you create, manage and enjoy them the way you want them - where you want them.
  • Page 67 More Features • Integrated disc labeling for professional results. • Intelligent drag and drop takes the hassle out of burning. • Easy-to-use task based interface. • Tutorial to help you get started. • Support and product updates. • Roxio Media Center leads you to the latest update of Roxio’s new products, techniques and tips.
  • Page 68 SRS Premium Sound* SRS Premium Sound from SRS Labs is an audio enhancement technology to enable your computer with higher quality audio. In order to activate SRS Premium Sound, please double ® click on its icon on the Windows desktop. Once activated, it will be automatically loaded every time you start your computer.
  • Page 69 ® Windows Aero Theme* ® Please take note that availability of certain features in Windows depends on system ® performance. One of them is the Windows Aero Theme. As such, we recommend that you ® refresh the Windows Experience Index so that the system performance is updated. Please refer to the following steps: 1.

  • Page 70: Introducing Bios Setup For Windows Vista

    ® Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista BIOS Setup allows you to view and set system parameters. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect your system from unauthorised use. Use BIOS Setup to: • set the current time and date; •...
  • Page 71 Updating the BIOS Please note that these settings are rarely changed by the common user as factory settings are usually updated, and should only be accessed or changed by an experienced user. The BIOS is the code transmitted onto your system's Flash ROM. As indicated in this chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system's software and hardware features.

  • Page 72: Recovery Information For Windows Vista Only

    This partition occupies about 10 GB of your hard disk drive. The NEC Recovery Program can restore your computer to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval.
  • Page 73 1. Remove any additional hardware components (such as sound card, video card and network card) that you may have added to your computer. 2. Reinstall the original NEC hardware components if you have removed them. 3. Make sure that your keyboard, mouse, monitor and speakers are connected properly (if applicable to your computer).
  • Page 74 Select “Username” & “Password” (if available). Then click “OK” button. At System Recovery Options, choose “NEC Recovery Tools”. Click “Next” button to continue. Select either “Partial Recovery” or “Full Recovery”. Then click “Next” button to continue. - 74 -...
  • Page 75 CAUTION Please wait a while for the recovery process to be completed. The NEC Recovery tools application will close automatically after the recovery is completed. Finally you have to restart your computer by clicking the “Restart” button at System Recovery Options.
  • Page 76 If You Wish to Perform a Partial Recovery: 1. Select “Partial Recovery” and click on “Next”. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery. Note ® There may be a delay the first time Windows restarts after the recovery process. This delay depends on the amount of data that must be retrieved from the selected account.

  • Page 77: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) • Start-up 1. My computer does not start. 2. Upon startup, my computer displays unusual commands. 3. Upon startup, my computer emits a continuous beeping sound. • Recovery and Diagnosis 4. What are the tools on my computer? ®...
  • Page 78 FAQ: Start-up 1. My computer does not start Possible cause Possible solutions You have not turned on your system Make sure that you have switched on your correctly. computer. No power is supplied to your computer Check the power cord connections between devices.
  • Page 79 Remove any additional hardware components (such as sound card, video card or network card) that you may have added to your computer. ii. Reinstall the original NEC hardware components if you have removed them. 5. How to use Windows Vista ® System Restore? System Restore monitors the changes to your computer and automatically creates restore points to revert to a previous time if necessary.
  • Page 80 FAQ: Keyboard and Mouse 6. My keyboard does not work. Possible cause Possible solutions The Numeric pad is disabled. When the Num Lock key is active, the Numeric pad can be used to enter numbers, like the keyboard of a calculator. When the Num Lock key is not activated the keypad either functions as a second set of cursor keys (on “full-sized”...
  • Page 81 FAQ: Sound 8. My computer has no sound Possible cause Possible solutions The speaker volume may be set too low. Adjust the volume controls (either on your speakers, keyboard, or on the computer). Your computer's volume control settings Double-click on the speaker icon in the Notification may need adjusting.
  • Page 82 Internet server. server is unavailable. You have performed a complete recovery If you subscribed to one of the ISPs offered by NEC using the NEC Recovery Program. try to reinstall the Internet service. 10. I cannot send or receive e-mails.
  • Page 83 Internet and get the latest protection against malicious viruses. Note NEC guarantees that your computer is 100% virus free at the time of purchase and does not cover damages due to viruses. ii. Use a Personal Firewall A firewall is a security system designed to prevent unauthorised access to or from a private network.
  • Page 84 FAQ: Printer 12. My printer does not work. The guidelines below cover the most common types of problems encountered with printers. Please read your printer’s manual (if any) for specific instructions. Should you need further assistance, please contact the manufacturer of your printer. Possible cause Possible solutions The printer is OFF.

  • Page 85: Setting Up A Healthy Work Environment

    Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment • Arrange Your Equipment Your Chair Your Desk Your Input Devices Your Screen • Reducing the Risk of Injuries Vary Your Workday Practise Some Stretching Exercises • Potential Medical Conditions Repetitive Strain Injury Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Epilepsy Warning - 85 -...
  • Page 86 Arrange Your Equipment You will find below explanations on how to set up your computer to fit your physical needs. This information is based on ergonomics - the science of making the workplace fit the needs of the worker. WARNING Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury.
  • Page 87 Your Desk There is no specific height recommended for your desk. This can vary between 60 and 70 cm, depending upon your size. The standard workaround is that it should be at approximately your elbow height. The computer should be clean and organised in such a way that frequently used objects are close enough without excessive reaching.
  • Page 88 • Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or reference material) directly in front of you to minimise turning your head while you are typing. • Get regular eye check-ups. Reducing The Risk of Injuries Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may pose a risk of serious injury.
  • Page 89 Potential Medical Conditions Computers are used everywhere. More and more people sit in front of computers for longer periods of time. Some nerve, tendon and muscle disorders (musculoskeletal disorders) may be associated with repetitive activities, improper work environments, and incorrect working habits.
  • Page 90 Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burning, cramp, stiffness, throbbing, weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back, and/or legs. Epilepsy Warning Some people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to certain flashing lights or light patterns in daily life.

  • Page 91: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices • Cleaning Your Computer • Modem • Modifications to the Product • Radio Frequency Interference Statement • Connections and Remote Earth • Power Supply and Cables • Laser Compliance Statement • Thunderstorm Warning • Radio-communication Regulation (if applicable) •...
  • Page 92 Cleaning Your Computer Always unplug your computer from the power outlet before cleaning it. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, use a damp cloth instead. Never spray any cleaning product directly on to the screen. If you spill liquid on your computer or any device attached to it, switch it off immediately, unplug the power cord and make sure it is completely dry before switching it on again.
  • Page 93 Connections and Remote Earth Protected Extra Low Voltage (PELV) To ensure the extra-low voltage integrity of the equipment, only connect equipment with mains-protected, electrically-compatible circuits to the external ports. Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) Each input and output of this product is classified as Safety Extra Low Voltage, except the modem, which is classified as TNV-3.
  • Page 94 Power Supply and Cables Your computer may come with more than one type of power cord. Please note the following identifications to ensure that you are using the right power cord in order to avoid electrical shock hazards. This power cord plug is suitable for use in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Maldives.
  • Page 95 Power Cables This equipment requires a 3-wire, grounded power cord. The cord length must not exceed 2.5 metres. To prevent electrical hazards, do not remove or disable the ground contact on the power cord. Replace the power cord if it gets damaged. Contact your dealer for an exact replacement.
  • Page 96 Radio-communication Regulation (if applicable) Specific regulations apply when using wireless radio-communication products. Precautions When Using TV Tuner with External Antenna The circuit of cable distribution system under consideration is TNV-1 circuit. • The common sides or earthed side of the circuit are connected to the screen of the coaxial •...
  • Page 97 Always save your work and make regular backup copies of your documents on rewritable • media (such as rewritable discs). In the event of a major computer failure, you can lose all your personal data unless you make personal backups. To protect your computer from viruses, perform a virus check before opening a file on a •...
  • Page 98 Safety Guidelines for Battery Usage Button Batteries (If applicable) These are built-in on the motherboard. Alkaline Manganese Batteries (If applicable) These are used in optional devices such as the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. ---- = Discharging Circuit Storing batteries together can cause short circuits or discharging circuits when terminals come into mutual contact.
  • Page 99 Do not install any spark-producing components in the same enclosures or in close • proximity to the batteries. General Precautions Always insert batteries correctly, observing positive (+) and negative (-) polarity, marked • on the battery and the equipment. Do not short-circuit batteries. When the positive and negative terminals of a battery are in •...
  • Page 100 Store batteries in well-ventilated, dry and cool conditions. Temperatures should be • between 10°C and 25°C, not exceeding 30°C. Please ensure that that no smoking or open flames or ignition sources should be present where the batteries are stored. In distribution process such as transportation, display and storage, follow a “first in, first •...

  • Page 101: Glossary

    Glossary Term Definition Battery size AACS Advanced Access Content System Alternating Current Audiovisual BIOS Basic Input/Output System Blu-ray BR-DVD Blu-ray Disc titles Compact Disc Compact Flash CLEV CyberLink Eagle Vision CLNR CyberLink Noise Reduction Central Processing Unit DLNA Digital Living Network Alliance Digital Multimedia Broadcasting Digital Subscriber Line Digital Video Broadcasting...

  • Page 102: License Agreement

    This is a legal and binding Agreement made between you (either as an individual or as an entity) and NEC Computers Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. (NECCAP). This Agreement covers all software that is distributed with NECCAP’s product, for which there is no separate license agreement between you and the manufacturer or owner of the software (collectively referred to as “the Software”).
  • Page 103 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY The Software is distributed and licensed “AS IS”, with no warranties whatsoever, express or implied permissible under the law. NECCAP warrants that the media containing the Software is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of time (please refer to your warranty card/guide) from the date you receive the Software. Any hardware accompanying the Software, shall be limited to NECCAP’s then-current hardware limited warranty.

  • Page 104: Copyright

    Copyright Electronic User’s Guide, POWERMATE P 3.0 version, 10/2008. Copyright © 2008, NEC Computers Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd (418989-A) (“NECCAP”). This guide and all software described in it are copyrighted with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted, in any form or by any means, whether...

  • Page 105: Trademarks

    Trademarks POWERMATE P is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, AMD Turion and combinations thereof, and AMD Cool‘n’Quiet are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Celeron, Celeron Inside, Centrino, Centrino Inside, Centrino Logo, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Intel Viiv, Intel vPro, Itanium, Itanium Inside, Pentium, Pentium Inside, Viiv Inside, vPro Inside, Xeon, and Xeon Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.

  • Page 106: Official Name Of The Software Used

    Official Name of the Software used (Notation) (Official Name) ® Windows, Windows Vista Home Basic ® Windows Vista Windows Vista Home Premium ® Windows Vista Business ® Windows Vista Ultimate ® ® Internet Explorer Windows Internet Explorer ® Windows Media Windows Media Center Center...

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