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  • Page 1 NECCSD is prohibited. NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation and NEC PowerMate and MultiSync are registered trademarks of NEC Technologies, Inc. These registered trademarks are used under license by Packard Bell NEC, Inc.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using This Guide Text Conventions............Related Documents ........... 1 Introducing Your Computer Front Features ............System Controls and Lamps......... Diskette Drive A ..........CD-ROM Reader..........Back Features............External Connectors..........Power Supply Features ........1-11 Speakers..............1-12 Microphone .............. 1-13 2 Getting Started Using a Mouse............
  • Page 3 SIMM Upgrade ............3-17 Checking System Memory........3-18 Removing a SIMM ..........3-20 Installing a SIMM ..........3-21 Video Upgrade............3-22 Processor Upgrade............ 3-24 Removing the Processor ........3-24 Installing the Processor ........3-25 Data Storage Devices..........3-26 Locating Device Slots .......... 3-26 Preparing the Device..........
  • Page 4 4 Setting System Parameters The Setup Utility ............How to Start Setup ........... How to Use Setup ............. The Menu Bar ............. The Legend Bar ........... Selecting a Menu Item........Displaying a Submenu ........Getting Help ........... Main Menu Options..........IDE Adapters............
  • Page 5 5 Setting System Board Jumpers Changing Processor Jumper Settings ......Clearing Your Password ........... 6 Using Voyetra Sound Software Power Bar ..............Audio Mixer ............. Adjusting the Sound with Software....... Adjusting the Sound with Speakers....... CD Player..............WAV Player............. Recording Digital Audio Files ......Playing Digital Audio Files ........
  • Page 6 A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You...... Arrange Your Equipment .......... Adjust Your Chair ............ Adjust Your Input Devices........Adjust Your Monitor ..........Vary Your Workday ..........A-11 Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors ..A-12 Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up? A-13 Checking Your Chair ...........
  • Page 7 List of Tables Quick Reference to Information About Your Computer 2-5 Setup Key Functions..........Main Menu Parameters..........IDE Hard Disk Parameters........4-11 Memory Cache Parameters ........4-12 Boot Option Parameters ..........4-13 Keyboard Features Parameters........4-14 Advanced Menu Parameters........4-15 Integrated Peripherals Parameters ......

  • Page 8: Using This Guide

    Using This Guide The PowerMate Ve 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 yourself with your system.

  • Page 9: Text Conventions

    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.

  • Page 10: Related Documents

    File names are printed in uppercase letters. RELATED DOCUMENTS In addition to this guide, the following printed documentation ships with your PowerMate Ve ETC Series system. See the NEC PowerMate Customers Catalog included with your system for other related documentation.
  • Page 11 Windows 95. Your system comes with the following online documentation on the hard disk: PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation This online documentation is your comprehensive source of information about your system. It contains a System Tour, User’s Guide, Product Information Center, Option Installation Center, and Support Center.

  • Page 12: Introducing Your Computer

    The following sections provide a brief look at the front and back features of your system. For a comprehensive source of information about your computer, see the online NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation. The online documentation can be accessed through NEC’s PowerMate Online Documents group on the Windows 95 desktop.

  • Page 13: Front Features

    FRONT FEATURES The following figure shows the features on the front of the system. A brief description of the features follows the figure. System Controls and Lamps Diskette Drive A CD-ROM Reader* Power Button *Multimedia systems only. Front features 1-2 Introducing Your Computer...

  • Page 14: System Controls And Lamps

    The following figure depicts in detail the system lamps and controls called out in the previous figure. Power Lamp Disk Lamp Reset Button Suspend Button 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.
  • Page 15 A blinking system unit power lamp lets you know that the system is in a power-saving mode. 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.

  • Page 16: Diskette Drive A

    Diskette Drive A Diskette drive A loads and starts programs from a diskette. Diskette drive A is your primary “bootable” drive. Diskette Drive Diskette Release Button Busy Lamp Diskette drive A features Your diskette drive has the following features: Diskette drive busy lamp Lights when your diskette drive is reading to or writing from a diskette.

  • Page 17: Cd-Rom Reader

    CD-ROM Reader An eight-speed CD-ROM reader is a standard feature in multimedia models. The CD-ROM reader is assigned as drive F. Use the CD-ROM reader to load and start programs from a compact disc (CD). You can also use the CD-ROM reader to play your audio CDs.
  • Page 18 CD Tray CD Busy Emergency Lamp Eject Hole Headphone Volume Open/Close Jack Control Knob Button 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 knob Lets you adjust the volume of an optional set of headphones.

  • Page 19: Back Features

    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 CD tray.

  • Page 20: External Connectors

    Your system has the following external connectors: VGA monitor connector Attach the signal cable from your monitor to this ® connector. Supports an NEC MultiSync monitor or other video graphics array (VGA)-compatible monitor with a 15-pin connector. Introducing Your Computer 1-9...
  • Page 21 Audio connectors These connectors come integrated on multimedia models. The connectors include microphone in, line 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 in jack lets you connect a stereo audio device such as a stereo amplifier or a cassette or minidisc player for playback or recording.

  • Page 22: Power Supply Features

    Serial Ports Attach a serial device with a 9-pin connector to each serial port. Serial devices include a pointing device, serial printer, or modem. The buffered high-speed serial port supports transfer rates of up to 19.2 KB per second. Keyboard port Attach your keyboard to this connector.

  • Page 23: Speakers

    SPEAKERS Multimedia models come with a pair of high-quality, 8-watt stereo speakers that you can arrange to suit your work environment. An AC adapter comes with the system. To take full advantage of your stereo speakers and system’s sound capabilities, set up the speakers with the AC adapter. The speakers connect to the line out jack on the back of the system unit.

  • Page 24: Microphone

    The sound software is Voyetra Multimedia Sound Software. See Chapter 6 for information on using the Multimedia Sound Software. 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 Multimedia Sound Software.

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    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. About Your Online Documentation Read this section for an explanation of the online document format and where to access it on your computer.

  • Page 26: About Your Online Documentation

    Besides this printed user’s guide, your system comes with online documentation conveniently available right from the Windows 95 desktop. 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.
  • Page 27 The NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation is a comprehensive source of information about your system. To help you find the information you need, the documentation is organized by topic and the following modules: System Tour User’s Guide Product Information Center Option Installation Center Support Center.

  • Page 28: Where To Go From Here

    Environment. Take the System Tour in your online NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation. See the online User’s Guide in your online NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation. Install any applications. See the documentation that comes with the application.

  • Page 29: Quick Reference To Information About Your Computer

    Playing a music CD Multimedia models: AudioStation online help Chapter 6 in this guide Using the suspend button “Saving Power” and “Managing Power” in the online User’s Guide ( NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation ) Getting Started 2-5...
  • Page 30 Chapter 3 in this guide Understanding power “Saving Power” and Managing Power” in the management online User’s Guide ( NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System Documentation ) Changing video drivers “Changing Video Drivers” in the online User’s Guide ( NEC PowerMate Ve ETC Series System...

  • Page 31: Installing Options

    Installing Options Your PowerMate system supports a variety of industry- standard and NEC expansion options. There are many optional components available for you to customize your computer. monitors your system supports the connection of a VGA-compatible monitor such as NEC MultiSync XE and XP series.

  • Page 32: Option Installation Procedures

    drives your system supports a total of four storage devices. In addition to the standard 3 1/2-inch 1.44 MB diskette drive, three other storage device slots are available. Hard disk configurations come with a hard disk drive installed and multimedia systems include an installed CD-ROM reader.
  • Page 33 Some of the options require locating the connector on the system board. See the following figure for connector locations. Cache Socket Processor Socket SIMM Socket 1 SIMM Socket 2 SIMM Socket 3 Video DRAM SIMM Socket Socket 4 System board sockets and connectors All options require the system cover removal.

  • Page 34: Safety Precautions

    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. Power is removed only when the power cable is unplugged.

  • Page 35: Removing The System Unit Cover

    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 power-on.
  • Page 36 CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can damage computer components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before removing the system unit cover. Remove the two cover screws from the rear of the system unit. Screws Removing cover screws From the rear of the system, grasp the sides and slide the cover about an inch away from the front.

  • Page 37: Replacing The System Unit Cover

    Releasing the cover Lift the cover up and away from the system unit. Replacing the System Unit Cover Replace the cover as follows. Align the tabs on the sides of the cover with the inside unit frame as you position the cover over the chassis. Cover Tabs System Unit Frame Replacing the system unit cover...

  • Page 38: Expansion Boards

    Slide the cover forward to meet the front panel. NOTE The cover fits tightly. If the cover does not slide all the way to the front panel, place one hand on the front of the unit while you slide the cover forward from the rear.
  • Page 39 ISA expansion slots support industry-standard 8-bit or 16- bit expansion boards. The shared PCI/ISA slot also supports a PCI expansion board. As noted in the following figure, full size expansion boards cannot be installed in the bottom slot and the inside slot. The bottom slot contains the half-length network board (not shown in the figure).

  • Page 40: Installing An Expansion Board

    Installing an Expansion Board Install expansion boards in the system as follows. Remove the system unit cover. Follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the expansion board (such as setting switches or jumpers on the board). If installing a board in the inside expansion slot (next to the power supply), see “Installing an Expansion Board in the Inside Slot.”...
  • Page 41 CAUTION A slot cover can damage the system board or any option board if it falls into the system. Take care to keep the slot cover from falling when removing the screw. If the slot cover does fall into the unit, remove it before replacing the cover.

  • Page 42: Installing An Expansion Board In The Inside Slot

    Installing the expansion board 7. Attach any signal cables required by the expansion board. Replace the system unit cover. Installing an Expansion Board in the Inside Slot Use this procedure if installing an expansion board into the inside slot in your system. Remove the system unit cover.
  • Page 43 CAUTION Take care not to drop the slot cover and support into the system. Slot Cover Slot Cover Support Screws Removing the slot cover support screws Hold the board by its edges, component side down and the bracket end facing the rear of the unit, and insert it into the expansion slot.

  • Page 44: Removing An Expansion Board

    Hold the slot cover support over the expansion board bracket and replace the two screws removed earlier. The slot cover support secures the expansion board in place. Expansion Board Screws Bracket Slot Cover Support Attaching the slot cover support Attach any signal cables required by the expansion board.

  • Page 45: Removing An Expansion Board From The Inside Slot

    Remove the screw that secures the board to the support bracket. Removing the screw 4. Pull the board out of the connector. Gently rock the board from side-to-side to release it from its connector. 5. Replace the slot cover that was removed when the option board was installed.
  • Page 46 Remove the two screws that secure the slot cover support and expansion board bracket to the rear of the system. Remove the slot cover support from inside the system unit. CAUTION Take care not to drop the slot cover support into the system, as it could damage the system board.

  • Page 47: Simm Upgrade

    SIMM UPGRADE Your PowerMate system comes with 16 MB of main system memory. Four sockets on the system board support up to 128 MB of high-speed memory using industry- standard, tin-plated, single in-line memory modules (SIMM). NOTE You can install 60-ns EDO, parity or non- parity SIMMs into the SIMM sockets.

  • Page 48: Checking System Memory

    Checking System Memory Use the following procedure to: check the memory installed in the system determine the SIMM configuration needed to increase memory NOTE SIMM memory must be installed in pairs of the same memory type. identify SIMM sockets. Locate the four SIMM sockets on the system board (see “Option Installation Procedures”...

  • Page 49: Recommended Memory Upgrade Path

    Recommended Memory Upgrade Path TOTAL SIMM SIMM MEMORY SOCKET 1 SOCKET 2 SOCKET 3 SOCKET 4 8 MB 4 MB 4 MB Empty Empty 16 MB 4 MB 4 MB 4 MB 4 MB 16 MB 8 MB 8 MB Empty Empty 24 MB...

  • Page 50: Removing A Simm

    Removing a SIMM Use the following procedure to remove a SIMM. CAUTION: Reduce static discharge by touching the system's metal chassis. Remove the system unit cover. Locate the SIMM sockets (see “Option Installation Procedures” earlier in the chapter). Press the metal clips at the outer edges of the socket away from the SIMM.

  • Page 51: Installing A Simm

    Installing a SIMM Install a SIMM as follows. Remove the system unit cover. Locate the SIMM sockets (see “Option Installation Procedures” earlier in the chapter). Remove any currently installed SIMMs that are not needed. CAUTION Before installing a SIMM, reduce static discharge by touching the system's metal chassis.

  • Page 52: Video Upgrade

    Tilt the SIMM towards the locking tabs using equal pressure at the ends of the SIMM until it locks into the socket. Clip Notched End of SIMM Inserting the SIMM Replace any cables or boards that may have been removed. Replace the system unit cover.
  • Page 53 CAUTION Reduce static discharge by touching the system's metal chassis. Align the notched ends of the module and socket. Using equal pressure, gently press the module into the socket. Repeat for the second module. Notched End of Module Notched Corner of Socket Aligning the video DRAM module with the socket Replace any boards that were removed.

  • Page 54: Processor Upgrade

    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 instructions carefully. The system requires a heatsink on the OverDrive processor.

  • Page 55: Installing The Processor

    CAUTION Before picking up the processor, reduce static discharge by touching the metal frame of the system unit. See “Safety Precautions” in this chapter. Lift the processor out of the socket. Installing the Processor Remove the processor currently in the system (see previous procedure).

  • Page 56: Data Storage Devices

    Check to see if the newly installed processor requires a system board jumper change (see Chapter 5, Setting System Board Jumpers). Replace any boards removed during this procedure. Replace the system unit cover. DATA STORAGE DEVICES The system board in the computer supports the following storage devices: up to two diskette drives, including the standard 1.44-MB diskette drive...

  • Page 57: Preparing The Device

    The following figure shows the device slot locations. 3 1/2-Inch Slot 5 1/4-Inch (contains 1.44-MB Accessible Slots* diskette drive) 3 1/2-Inch Internal Slot *Top 5 1/4-inch slot is unavailable in some configurations. Locating device slots Preparing the Device Before installing a storage device in the system, follow any preinstallation instructions that come with the device.

  • Page 58: Device Cables

    The standard IDE hard disk is set as the master device on the primary IDE connector. The CD-ROM reader in multimedia models is the master device on the secondary IDE connector. Device Cables The cables used for installation of optional storage devices include: diskette drive signal cable IDE signal cables...

  • Page 59: Diskette Drive Signal Cable

    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 of the existing diskette drive signal cable.

  • Page 60: Ide Signal Cables

    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 connected to the CD-ROM reader and to the secondary IDE connector. Each IDE connector on the system board supports two IDE devices.

  • Page 61: System Power Cables

    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 only in the correct position. The following figure shows the power cable connectors.

  • Page 62: Cabling An Ide Device

    Cabling an IDE Device Use the following procedure to cable an IDE device. Connect the IDE signal cable connector to the connector on the IDE device. Take care to prevent bending drive connector pins. Align the IDE cable connector as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 63: Cabling A Diskette Drive

    Cabling a Diskette Drive Use the following procedure to cable a diskette drive. Connect the diskette drive signal cable connector to the signal connector on the diskette drive as shown in the following figure. Locate an available power connector. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the device.

  • Page 64: Installing Storage Devices

    Installing Storage Devices The following subsections describe how to install 3 1/2-inch and 5 1/4-inch drives. The installation procedures include: removing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket installing a 3 1/2-inch drive removing the front panel installing a 5 1/4-inch device replacing the front panel replacing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket.
  • Page 65 Carefully lift the drive bracket up and place it on top of the power supply. Avoid pulling on the installed drive cables. Power Supply 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket Screw Tabs Removing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket Installing Options 3-35...

  • Page 66: 1/2-Inch Drive Installation

    3 1/2-Inch Drive Installation Use the following procedure to install a hard disk drive into the drive bracket. Remove the system unit cover. Remove the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket from the system unit (see “Removing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”). Follow the preinstallation instructions that come with the device, such as setting jumpers and switches.

  • Page 67: Removing The Front Panel

    Connect the drive cables. Replace the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket (see “Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”). 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.

  • Page 68: Installing The 5 1/4-Inch Device

    Remove the blank panel from the selected slot by pressing the panel tabs from inside the front panel and pushing the blank panel out. Top Blank Panel Tabs Bottom Blank Panel Tabs Locating the blank panel tabs Remove the perforated metal plate from the selected slot on the chassis by pulling the metal plate back and forth until it releases.
  • Page 69 NOTE If the 5 1/4-inch device comes with drive rails, do not attach them. Remove any rails already attached. See the documentation that comes with the device. 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...
  • Page 70 Securing the device Replace the drive bracket (see “Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket”). 3-40 Installing Options...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Front Panel

    Replacing the Front Panel Replace the front panel only after it has been removed for a 5 1/4-inch device installation. If installing a 5 1/4-inch device, see “Installing the 5 1/4-Inch Device.” Align the four front panel tabs with the holes in the front of the system unit.

  • Page 72: Replacing The 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket

    Replacing the 3 1/2-Inch Drive Bracket When replacing the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket, take care to prevent pulling and loosening the cable connections. Place the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket in the 3 1/2-inch device slot. Slide the 3 1/2-inch drive bracket toward the front of the chassis so that the tabs secure the bracket.

  • Page 73: Adding External Options

    NOTE If a 1.2-MB diskette drive was installed, remove the protective cardboard insert from the drive. Run the Setup program to set the new configuration. ADDING EXTERNAL OPTIONS This subsection includes installation procedures for the following external options: parallel printer serial devices.

  • Page 74: Connecting An Rs-232C Device

    Printer Port Printer Cable Screws Connecting a printer cable Connecting an RS-232C Device Connect an RS-232C device to the system as follows. NOTE Before connecting a serial device to the system, be sure the serial device is set up correctly. Follow the setup instructions that come with the option.
  • Page 75 Secure the cable with the screws provided. Connect the other end to the serial device. Serial Port 2 Serial Port 1 Serial Cable Screws Connecting an RS-232C cable Installing Options 3-45...

  • Page 76: Setting System Parameters

    NOTE NEC recommends that you print out or write down your current Setup parameters and store the information in a safe place. This lets you restore your system to the current parameters if you ever need to replace the battery.

  • Page 77: The Setup Utility

    THE SETUP UTILITY The Setup utility lets you view and set system parameters. Use the Setup utility program to set the time and date. update or check system parameters when you add or remove expansion options. change or set power management features. correct a hardware discrepancy when the Power-On Self-Test (POST) displays an error message and prompts you to run Setup.

  • Page 78: How To Start Setup

    HOW TO START SETUP To start the Setup utility, follow these steps: Turn on or reboot your system. Setup displays the following message: Press <F2> to enter SETUP Press . Setup’s Main Menu window appears similar to the following screen. NOTE The screen shown is typical of your system.

  • Page 79: How To Use Setup

    HOW TO USE SETUP The Setup utility has a Main Menu window and five top- level menus with submenus. The Main Menu window contains the following areas: A title line — the top line of the Main Menu. This line displays the Setup utility name and copyright message.

  • Page 80: The Menu Bar

    The Menu Bar The menu bar at the top of the Main Menu window lists these menus: Main — Use this menu for basic system configuration. For example, select “Main” to set the system time, system date, diskette drives, and video parameters. Use this menu to check memory parameters.

  • Page 81: The Legend Bar

    The Legend Bar Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup menu to make your selections or exit the current menu. The following table describes the legend keys and their alternates. Setup Key Functions FUNCTION F1 or Alt-H Displays the General Help window (described later...

  • Page 82: Selecting A Menu Item

    Selecting a Menu Item To select a menu item, use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the field you want. Then use the value keys (F5, -, F6, +, or space bar) to cycle through the value for that field. The Save Values command in the Exit Menu saves the values currently displayed in all the menus.
  • Page 83 Parameters available directly from the Main Menu summary window have a right-pointing triangle next to the parameter. Use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the parameter and press to select a submenu. Enter See the sections following the table for a description of Main Menu parameters from the summary window.

  • Page 84: Ide Adapters

    IDE Adapters IDE adapters control the IDE devices, such as IDE hard disk drives and IDE CD-ROM readers, in your system. Your system uses two IDE controllers integrated on the system board. Setup supports up to four IDE devices, with an IDE adapter for each of the following configurations: 1 Master 1 Master, 1 Slave...
  • Page 85 Select the IDE Adapter option configuration directly from the Main Menu summary window. Available options include: IDE Adapter 0 Master IDE Adapter 0 Slave IDE Adapter 1 Master IDE Adapter 1 Slave. IDE Adapter 0 configures the fast IDE port (IDE1 connector), and IDE Adapter 1 configures the standard IDE port (IDE2 connector).

  • Page 86: Memory Cache

    IDE Hard Disk Parameters PARAMETER OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Type 1 to 39 Selecting 1 to 39 fills in all remaining User fields with values for predefined disk Auto type. “User” prompts the user to fill in remaining fields. When “Auto” is selected the BIOS automatically sets the drive type.

  • Page 87: Memory Shadow

    CAUTION Incorrect settings can cause the system malfunction. Memory Cache Parameters PARAMETER OPTIONS DESCRIPTION External Cache Enabled (default) Sets the state of external cache. Disabled Cache Video BIOS Enabled (default) Controls caching of the video BIOS area Disabled area. Caching Memory Enabled Default is disabled.

  • Page 88: Numlock

    Boot Option Parameters PARAMETERS OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Summary Screen Enabled (default) Displays system configuration at the Disable end of boot-up. Floppy Check Enabled (default) Verifies diskette type during bootup. Disabled Disabling speeds boot time. Last Boot Fail 3 (default) Sets the number of times you can User-selectable settings attempt to boot the system.

  • Page 89: The Advanced Menu

    Keyboard Features Parameters PARAMETERS OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Numlock Auto (default) On or Off turns Num Lock on or off at bootup. Auto turns Num Lock on if it finds a numeric key pad. Keyboard Auto- Fast (default) Sets the delay time after the key is Repeat Rate Medium held down and before it begins to...

  • Page 90: Integrated Peripherals Menu

    Advanced Menu Parameters PARAMETER OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Plug & Play OS Select “Yes” if you are using a Plug Yes (default) & Play capable operating system such as Windows 95. Otherwise, set to “No.” Reset Configuration No (default) If Windows 95 or the ICU has Data difficulty configuring the system, try setting this parameter to “Yes”...

  • Page 91: Integrated Peripherals Parameters

    NOTE A Supervisor password might be required to select parameters from the Integrated Peripherals menu. Use the legend keys to make your selections and exit to the Main Menu. Use the table that follows to configure your peripherals. Integrated Peripherals Parameters FEATURE OPTIONS DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 92: The Security Menu

    Integrated Peripherals Parameters FEATURE OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Diskette Enabled (default) Enables the on-board diskette drive Controller Disabled controller. Local Bus IDE Both (default) Enables the on-board IDE controllers. Adapter Disabled “Both” enables the primary (fast) Primary channel and secondary (standard) channel. “Primary” enables only the primary (fast) channel.
  • Page 93 CAUTION The features that you set in the Security menu affect the features that appear on the Security menu as well as on other Setup menus. Enabling “Supervisor Password” requires a password for entering Setup. Passwords are not case sensitive. Pressing at either Set Supervisor Password or Set Enter...

  • Page 94: System Security Options

    System Security Options FEATURE OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Supervisor Password Disabled (default) Sets to Enabled when entering a Enabled password at Set Supervisor Password. Set Supervisor Up to seven Pressing displays a dialog Enter Password alphanumeric box for entering the supervisor characters password.

  • Page 95: The Power Menu

    System Security Options FEATURE OPTIONS DESCRIPTION System Backup Disabled (default) When a schedule is specified, Reminder Daily displays a message during bootup Weekly asking (Y/N) if you have backed Virus Check Monthly up the system or scanned it for Reminder viruses.

  • Page 96: Power Management Parameters

    NOTE To disable all power management features, advanced power management (APM) Disabled. See the following table to set power management parameters. Power Management Parameters FEATURE OPTIONS DESCRIPTION Enabled (default) Advanced power management (APM) Disabled allows APM-aware software to better manage power savings. Keyboard Enabled (default) Allows keyboard activity to wake up...

  • Page 97: The Boot Menu

    THE BOOT MENU Selecting “Boot” from the menu bar displays the following list of boot devices: Diskette Drive CD-ROM reader Hard Drive THE EXIT MENU Selecting “Exit” from the menu bar displays the following exit options. Note that does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit.

  • Page 98: Discard Changes & Exit

    During bootup, Setup attempts to load the values you saved in NVRAM. If the values saved in NVRAM cause the system boot to fail, reboot and press to enter Setup. In Setup, you can load the ROM default values (as described in “Get Default Values”) or try to change the values that caused the boot to fail.

  • Page 99: Load Previous Values

    Load Previous Values If, during a Setup session, you change your mind about your selections and have not yet saved the values to NVRAM, you can restore the values you previously saved to NVRAM. Selecting Load Previous Values on the Exit menu updates all the selections and displays this message: Previous values have been loaded! [continue]...

  • Page 100: System Restore Options

    System Restore Options System restore options available to you are as follows: Restore Individual Files This option lets you select the files and directories you want restored from the Product Recovery CD. Use this option to restore only a few files or to have total control of which files and directories are restored to their factory state.

  • Page 101: Restore Individual Files

    CD-ROM reader. On the Windows 95 desktop, double click “My Computer.” Double click the CD-ROM reader “(F:)” icon. The NEC System Restore screen appears. At the System Restore screen, click “OK” to restore individual files. A license agreement appears.

  • Page 102: Selecting Files

    Selecting Files Under “Select files to restore,” select your files as follows: From the left dialog box, highlight the directory that contains the files you want to restore. From the right dialog box, highlight the files you want to use: To restore all of the files listed, click “Select all of the above.”...

  • Page 103: Restoring The Files

    Cancel — click this option to cancel the restoration. This returns you to the NEC System Restore menu. To proceed with the restoration, click “Restore the files listed.” When the restoration is completed, a file restore message appears.

  • Page 104: System Recovery

    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. System Recovery erases and resets the hard disk completely before reinstalling the files. CAUTION If you are doing a Full System Recovery, ALL files on the hard drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory installed files.
  • Page 105 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. Click “Continue”...

  • Page 106: Setting System Board Jumpers

    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: upgrading your processor resetting your password. CAUTION Jumpers are set correctly at the factory for your configuration.

  • Page 107: Changing Processor Jumper Settings

    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. Power off and unplug the system and any peripherals. Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the System Unit Cover”...
  • Page 108 L2 SRAM VRE/VR Cache CLR PASSWD JP5 JP4 JP7 JP3 Locating system configuration jumpers Set the Processor/Bus Speed jumpers for your processor upgrade. Change the jumper setting by lifting the plastic block and placing it on the appropriate pins as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 109 Processor/Bus Speed 75-MHz Processor/ 50-MHz Bus Speed 90-MHz Processor/ 50-MHz Bus Speed 100-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 120-MHz Processor/ 60-MHz Bus Speed 133-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 150-MHz Processor/ 60-MHz Bus Speed 166-MHz Processor/ 66-MHz Bus Speed 1-2 VRE 2-3 VR Processor/bus speed jumper settings Reinstall any removed expansion boards (see “Installing an Expansion Board”...

  • Page 110: Clearing Your Password

    CLEARING YOUR PASSWORD If you forgot your password, use the following procedure to clear your current password and to set a new one. Power off and unplug the system and any peripherals. WARNING The system power must be off before removing the cover and changing a jumper setting.
  • Page 111 Connect system power cables and monitor. Power on the system. The system lets you boot your computer. Power off, unplug the system and monitor, and remove the cover. Remove the jumper block from the Password Clear jumper pins. If you removed any expansion boards, replace them (see “Installing an Expansion Board”...

  • Page 112: Using Voyetra Sound Software

    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, and record, play or edit Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequences and save them as .MID files.

  • Page 113: Power Bar

    The Voyetra’s sound software screen resembles a component stereo system. Each module controls a function of your sound system. An explanation of each module follows the figure. Power Bar Audio Mixer CD Player WAV Player MIDI Player AudioStation main screen layout POWER BAR The Power Bar is the most important module because it controls the other modules.

  • Page 114: Audio Mixer

    To activate a module, click on the appropriate button. If the module is open, it closes and disappears from the stack. If the module is closed, it opens and appears at the bottom of the stack. To quit AudioStation, click on the Power button. The Power Bar buttons are explained as follows.

  • Page 115: Adjusting The Sound With Speakers

    Adjusting the Sound with Speakers The controls on your 8-watt speakers let you adjust the treble, bass, and volume (see the 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.

  • Page 116: Recording Digital Audio Files

    Recording Digital Audio Files To record .WAV files, use the following procedures. Connect your audio source (microphone, CD player, tape deck) to the input jack at the back of the system. From the Mixer module, select your input source and set the recording volume.

  • Page 117: Editing Digital Audio Files

    Editing Digital Audio Files To edit digital audio files, click on the Edit button. This launched 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 them as .MID files.

  • Page 118: If You Have A Problem

    If You Have a Problem 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.

  • Page 119: Problem Checklist

    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 to a working AC power outlet or surge protector? Check the outlet or surge protector by plugging a lamp into the outlet or surge protector.

  • Page 120: Solutions To Common Problems

    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 problem.
  • Page 121 Run the Setup Utility and check the Boot parameter settings to verify that the initial boot parameter is set for hard drive C and not for a diskette drive. System performance appears sluggish Check that your system is set for optimal operation. See your operating system documentation.

  • Page 122: Diskette Drive Problems

    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 diskette is formatted.

  • Page 123: Monitor 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 contrast controls are adjusted.

  • Page 124: Keyboard/Mouse Problems

    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 or more seconds, and turn on the system.

  • Page 125: Speaker Problems

    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. Speaker volume is too low Adjust the volume control on the speaker. If the volume is still too low, adjust the volume through the system software, see Chapter 6.

  • Page 126: Replacing The Cmos Battery

    REPLACING THE CMOS BATTERY Your system board uses a 3-volt lithium battery (see the following figure) to maintain 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 the battery from the system board causes the computer to lose system configuration...
  • Page 127 If you need to replace the battery, follow these steps: Turn off and unplug the computer and any external components connected to it. Remove the system unit cover. Observe all safety precautions when removing the cover. Locate the battery socket on the system board. You may have to remove any expansion boards in the way.
  • Page 128 Carefully lift the battery clip until there is enough space to slide the battery out of the socket. CAUTION To maintain a tight battery contact with the socket, do not over-bend the battery clip. Battery Clip Removing the battery Remove the battery and discard in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 129: Diagnostic Diskette

    DIAGNOSTIC DISKETTE If you are unable to resolve your system's problem using the Problem/Solutions topics in this chapter, NEC suggests that you run the diagnostic diskette. The diagnostic diskette permits quick testing of all major system components, individual testing of different system components, and access to various testing options.

  • Page 130: A Setting Up A Healthy Work Environment

    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 you experience pain, tenderness, swelling, burning, cramping, stiffness, throbbing, weak- ness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in the hands,...
  • Page 131 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 keyboard and mouse may aggravate existing musculoskeletal disorders.

  • Page 132: Arrange Your Equipment

    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 table or stand that holds your computer equipment or raising the seat height of your chair.

  • Page 133: Adjust Your Chair

    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 seat and backrest to support your body.
  • Page 134 Your seat depth should allow your lower back to comfortably 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 is 90°...

  • Page 135: Adjust Your Input Devices

    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 next to the keyboard.
  • Page 136 Type with your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard. 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 keys, move your whole arm.
  • Page 137 Press the keys gently; do not bang them. Keep your shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers relaxed. A-8 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment...

  • Page 138: Adjust Your Monitor

    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 eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen.
  • Page 139 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 on your screen.

  • Page 140: Vary Your Workday

    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, standing, and stretching. During these breaks, stretch muscles and joints that were in one position for an extended period of time.

  • Page 141: Pre-Existing Conditions And Psychosocial Factors

    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 Human Factors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations.

  • Page 142: Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up

    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 supporting your lower back? When sitting, are your feet flat on the floor? Do you periodically adjust your chair and your posture? Checking Your Keyboard...

  • Page 143: Checking You

    Checking You Is your work area set up to promote a natural and relaxing 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 day? Do you have regular eye checkups? Do you contact your doctor if you feel any sustained discomfort?

  • Page 144: B Reviewing System Interrupts

    Reviewing System Interrupts INTERRUPT CONTROLLER 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 controller has priority assignment modes that can be reconfigured at any time during system operations.
  • Page 145 Interrupt Level Assignments INTERRUPT PRIORITY INTERRUPT DEVICE IRQ08 Real-time clock IRQ09 Audio (available on non-multimedia systems) IRQ10 Available IRQ11 Network interface board IRQ12 PS/2 mouse IRQ13 Coprocessor IRQ14 Primary IDE IRQ15 Secondary IDE B-2 Reviewing System Interrupts...

  • Page 146: Limited Warranty

    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 date of the first consumer purchase in the U.S.A.
  • Page 147 Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from, but not limited to: Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature, unauthorized Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the Product. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by NECCSD.

  • Page 148: What We Will Pay For And What We Will Not Pay For

    WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items, but we will not pay for the following: Removal or installation charges. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls.

  • Page 149: Limitation Of Damages And Implied Warranties

    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: DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THIS PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME OR DATA, LOSS OF SOFTWARE, COMMERCIAL LOSS;...

  • Page 150: For Warranty Information

    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 limited warranty. Product performance is affected by system configuration, software, the application, customer data, and operator control of the system, among other factors.
  • Page 151 Index Connectors, 1-9 keyboard, 1-11 Activating a module, 6-3 mouse, 1-11 APM, 4-21 network board, 1-10 Audio connectors, 1-10 printer, 1-10 Audio Mixer, 6-3 serial port, 1-11 AudioStation modules VGA monitor connector, 1-9 CD, 6-4 Cover removal, 3-5 MIDI, 6-6 mixer, 6-3 WAV player, 6-4 Default parameters, 4-23...
  • Page 152 Information, 2-5 port, 1-11 IR window, 1-5 pressing, 2-2 using, 2-1–2-2 Jumpers Multimedia Sound Software password clear, 5-5 package, 6-1 processor, 5-3 system board, 5-2 NEC Information group, 2-2 Keyboard auto repeat rate, 4-13 click, 4-13 connecting, 1-11 NumLock, 4-13 Index-2...
  • Page 153 Speakers, 7-8 system, 7-3 Online diagnostics, 7-12 what to do, 7-2 Online documentation, xii, 2-2, 2-4 Option installation, 3-1, 3-26 Processor upgrade, 3-24 cover removal, 3-5 Product Recovery CD, 4-29 expansion boards, 3-8 external options, 3-43 Record .digital audio files, 6-5 precautions, 3-4 Reset button, 1-4 processor upgrade, 3-24...
  • Page 154 IDE controller, 4-15 device slots, 3-26 IDE devices, 4-9 Supervisor password, 4-17, 4-19 integrated peripherals, 4-15, Suspend button, 1-4 4-16 Suspend mode, 1-4 key functions, 4-6 System board keyboard parameters, 4-13 jumpers, 5-2 legend bar, 4-6, 4-7 System recovery, 4-25, 4-29, 4-30 loading default settings, 4-23 System restore options, 4-25 loading previous values, 4-24...

  • Page 155: 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 PowerMate DT Ve Series is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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