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IR Port
The IR port on the right side of your system lets your NEC Versa LXi computer
communicate with other devices that also use infrared technology. The IR port is
Infrared Data Association (IrDA) compatible. You can easily transfer files between
your NEC Versa and an IR-equipped desktop, or print to an IR-equipped printer
without using cables.
IR transfer speed ranges from 2.4 Kbit/sec to 4.0 Mbit/sec. You can choose the IR
transfer speed through the Infrared icon in the Windows control panel. Double click the
icon and select the options to access the speed parameter.
Your NEC Versa transfers data at the speed compatible with the receiving device.
the IR port for the first time, you must enable the device. See detailed instructions in the
sections that follow.
Infrared Communications
Follow these guidelines when using the IR port to communicate with another infrared
device.
Position the NEC Versa LXi no more than three feet away from the IR peripheral
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device you are using.
Make sure that there is no greater than a 30º angle between the computer and the
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device.
Using the IR Port in Windows 98
For optimal performance when using the IR (infrared) port for file transfer, printing,
and other infrared communication, the Windows 98 operating system is equipped with
infrared drivers for infrared communication on your NEC Versa. It is not necessary to
install the IR drivers from the Application and Driver CD when using the Windows 98.
The IR drivers on the Application and Driver CD are for Windows 95 use, only.
For details about using the Application and Driver CD to install additional software,
see Chapter 4 "Using the Operating System and Utilitites."
6-10 Communicating with Your NEC Versa
Your NEC Versa ships with the IR port disabled. Before using
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