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NEC VERSA 6200MX - SERVICE User Manual

NEC VERSA 6200MX - SERVICE User Manual (187 pages)

V6200 Series

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.93 MB

Table of Contents

Declaration of Conformity
1
Using this Guide

3
- Text Setup
  4
- Related Documents
  5
- Table of Contents
  6
1 Getting Started

12
- Getting to Know Your NEC Versa 6200MX
  13
- Around the Front of the System
  14
  - LCD Panel
    14
  - Control Panel
    15
  - Keyboard Panel and Base Unit
    17
- Around the Back of the System
  18
- Around the Left Side of the System
  20
- Around the Right Side of the System
  21
- Around the Bottom of the System
  23
- Power Sources for Your NEC Versa
  23
  - Using the AC Adapter
    24
    
    Powering on
    26
  - Using the Main Battery Pack
    27
    
    Determining Battery Status
    28
    
    When to Change the Battery
    28
    
    Battery Handling
    28
    
    Replacing the Battery Pack
    29
    
    Battery Precautions
    32
    
    Recharging Battery Precautions
    33
    
    Extending Battery Life
    33
  - NEC Versabay II Battery and Adapter Kit
    33
  - Using the DC Car Adapter
    34
  - Internal Batteries
    34
    
    CMOS Battery
    34
    
    Bridge Battery
    35
- System Care
  35
  - Precautions
    35
  - Storage Requirements
    36
  - Routine Cleaning
    37
2 Introducing the Software

38
- Windows Introduction
  39
  - Windows 95
    39
  - Windows for Workgroups
    40
- DOS Introduction
  41
- Guide to Online Help
  41
  - NEC Versa 6200MX Infocenter
    41
  - Additional Online Topics
    42
- Guide to NEC Utilities
  43
  - Setup Utility
    43
  - NEC Customize Utility
    43
  - Power Gauge Utility
    43
  - HDPREPEZ Utility
    44
    
    Using HDPREPEZ in Windows for Workgroups
    44
    
    Using HDPREPEZ in Windows 95
    44
  - Backup Utility
    45
- Other Software
  45
  - Laplink
    45
    
    How to Use Laplink
    46
  - Mcafee Virusscan
    47
  - Mcafee Webscan
    47
  - Mediamatics Arcade MPEG Player
    47
  - Xingmpeg Player
    47
  - Online Services
    48
    
    America Online
    49
    
    Compuserve
    49
    
    Netscape Navigator Dial-Up Edition
    49
  - Official Airline Guide (OAG)
    50
3 Using Setup

51
- How to Enter Setup
  51
  - Setup Utility Main Menu
    52
- How to Use Setup
  52
  - Looking at Screens
    53
  - Using Keys
    54
  - Checking/Setting System Parameters
    54
  - Setup Parameters
    55
  - Setup Menus
    57
    
    Standard CMOS Setup
    57
    
    Advanced CMOS Setup
    57
    
    Power Management Setup
    58
    
    Peripherals Setup
    60
  - Other Setup Options
    61
- Using Setup to Set Power Management
  61
  - Using the Save to File (STF) Feature
    61
    
    STF Benefits
    62
4 Using Your NEC Versa 6200MX

63
- LCD Panel
  63
- Keyboard
  63
- NEC Versaglide
  66
  - Making Versaglide Adjustments
    67
  - Versaglide Tips
    67
- NEC Versabay II
  68
- 10X CD-Rom Reader
  73
  - CD Loading
    74
  - CD Care
    74
- PC Card Slots
  75
  - Inserting a PC Card
    75
  - Removing a Card
    76
    
    Windows for Workgroups
    76
    
    Windows 95 Systems
    77
  - PC Card Drivers and Enablers
    77
    
    PC Card Drivers and Utilities
    77
    
    Enablers
    79
    
    Config.sys
    80
    
    NEC PC Card Utility
    80
    
    Cardwizard Services
    81
    
    Reinstalling PC Card Software
    81
  - Available PC Cards
    81
    
    Communications Cards
    82
    
    Telephone Line Connections
    83
    
    Storage Cards
    84
    
    Interface Cards
    84
    
    Other Cards
    84
    
    Cards Tested for Compatibility
    85
- IR Port
  85
- Increasing System Storage and Memory
  86
  - Hard Disk
    86
  - Memory Module Installation
    91
- Using External Options
  98
  - External Monitor
    98
  - Printer
    100
    
    Parallel Devices
    100
    
    Serial Devices
    101
  - External Keyboard/Mouse
    103
  - External Bar Code Scanner
    104
  - External Television Connection
    105
  - External Audio Options
    105
  - NEC Versa Portbar 6000
    106
  - NEC Docking Station 6000 Plus
    107
- Setting Switches
  108
  - Updating the System BIOS
    108
    
    Changing Switch Settings
    109
    
    Performing the BIOS Update
    114
5 Using Multimedia

116
- Audio
  116
  - Recording
    116
  - Line-In
    119
  - CD-ROM Input
    119
  - Microphone
    119
  - Mixing
    120
  - Playing Back
    120
    
    Using Headphones
    121
    
    Using the Built-In Speakers
    121
    
    Using External Stereo Speakers
    121
  - MIDI Files
    122
- Video
  122
  - Using Digital Video Files
    122
  - Using Animation Files
    123
- Multimedia Applications
  123
  - Videosaver
    123
6 Traveling with Your NEC Versa 6200MX

124
- Power Connections
  124
- Checklists
  125
  - What to Take
    125
  - Preparing Your NEC Versa for Travel
    125
7 Solving Problems

127
- Problem Checklist
  127
- Start-Up Problems
  129
  - POST Error Messages
    129
- Using the Restore CD
  133
  - File Restore
    134
    
    Restoring All Application Files in DOS
    134
    
    Restoring Individual Files in Windows
    135
  - System Restore
    137
    
    Restoring System Files in DOS
    138
    
    Restoring System Files in Windows
    139
  - CD-ROM Driver Installation
    140
    
    Copying the Installation Files
    140
    
    Installing the Drivers
    141
- If You Need Assistance
  141
- Getting Help
  142
- NEC Warranty/Non-Warranty Repair Service
  143
A Setting up a Healthy Work Environment

144
- Making Your Computer Work for You
  144
- Arrange Your Equipment
  145
- Adjust Your Chair
  145
- Adjust Your Input Devices
  146
- Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
  147
- Vary Your Workday
  148
- Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors
  148
- Specifications
  150
- Memory Map
  155
- Interrupt Controllers
  156
Questions and Answers

158
- External Mouse
  158
- Display
  158
- PC Card (PCMCIA
  162
- Diskette Drive
  163
- Booting
  164
- Power Management
  166
- Miscellaneous
  167
Glossary

170
Index

181
- Federal Communications Commission
  186

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NEC VERSA 6200MX - SERVICE Service Manual

NEC VERSA 6200MX - SERVICE Service Manual (125 pages)

Brand: NEC | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.15 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

6
- Preface
  2
  - Table of Contents
    6
- Section 1 Technical Information
  
  13
  - NEC Versa 6200MX Notebook
    13
  - Hardware Overview-Front
    14
    
    Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
    14
    
    Power Button
    15
  - LCD Panel
    15
    
    LCD Status Bar and Power Indicator
    16
  - Power Button Location
    16
    
    Status Icons
    17
  - System Status Bar
    17
    
    Keyboard
    18
    
    NEC Versaglide
    18
  - Keyboard Layout
    18
    
    Diskette Drive and the NEC Versabay II
    19
  - Versaglide Location
    19
  - NEC Versabay II Location
    19
    
    Infrared (IR) Assembly
    20
  - Hardware Overview-Right Side
    20
  - Right Side Features
    20
  - Hardware Overview-Left Side
    21
  - Left Side Features
    21
    
    Audio Ports and Volume Control
    22
    
    Battery Compartment
    22
    
    PC Card Slots
    22
  - Hardware Overview-Rear Side
    23
    
    Keyboard/Mouse Port
    23
    
    Parallel Port (LPT1)
    23
  - Rear Features
    23
    
    Expansion Port
    24
    
    External Monitor (Video) Port
    24
    
    Serial Port (COM1)
    24
  - Hardware Overview-Internal Components
    24
    
    Battery Pack
    24
    
    Hard Disk Drive
    24
    
    10X CD-ROM Reader
    25
    
    CPU Board
    25
    
    Diskette Drive
    25
  - CPU Board Layout
    25
    
    Sound Board
    26
  - Sound Board Layout
    26
    
    Graph Board
    27
    
    I/O Board
    27
  - I/O Board Layout
    27
    
    Bridge Battery
    28
    
    CMOS Battery
    28
  - System Memory
    28
    
    Memory Map
    28
  - System Video
    29
    
    Memory Map
    29
  - Parallel Interface
    30
  - Serial Interface
    30
  - NEC Versa Chip Set
    30
    
    Intel Pentium P55CLM Microprocessor
    31
    
    M-Triton System Controllers
    31
  - NEC Versa Series Chip Types and Technologies
    31
    
    256K X Flash ROM
    32
    
    Rom Bios
    32
    
    VGA Controller
    32
    
    Keyboard Controller
    33
    
    Parallel Interface
    33
    
    PC Cardbus Controller
    33
    
    Sound Integrated Circuit
    33
    
    Interrupt Controllers
    34
  - Power Management Overview
    35
  - Automatic Power-Saving Features
    35
    
    Local Power Management
    36
    
    System Power Management
    36
  - Plug and Play
    37
  - Maximum Performance Default Settings
    37
  - Specifications
    38
- Section 2 Setup and Operation
  
  42
  - Unpacking the System
    42
  - Hardware Setup
    42
  - Connecting the AC Adapter
    42
  - Powering on the System
    43
    
    Cable Connections
    44
  - Power and I/O Connector Locations
    44
  - Power Sources
    45
    
    Using the AC Adapter
    45
  - NEC Versa AC Adapter
    45
    
    Checking Battery Power Levels
    46
    
    Using the Main Battery Pack
    46
    
    Battery Handling
    47
    
    Returning the Battery to Full Operation
    47
    
    What to Do When Battery Power Gets Low
    47
    
    When to Change the Battery
    47
    
    Replacing the Battery Pack
    48
  - Removing the Cover
    49
  - Removing the Battery
    49
  - Inserting the Battery Pack
    50
  - Replacing the Cover
    50
    
    Battery Precautions
    51
    
    Recharging Battery Precautions
    51
    
    Extending Battery Life
    52
    
    NEC Versabay II Battery and Adapter Kit
    52
    
    Using the DC Car Adapter
    52
  - Connecting the Car DC Adapter
    52
  - Operating Controls
    53
  - Keyboard Panel Leds and Controls
    53
    
    LCD Status Bar
    54
    
    Status Icons
    54
  - Status Bar Location
    54
    
    Function Keys (Fn Keys)
    55
    
    Smart Power Switch
    55
    
    Setting Switches
    56
  - Dip Switch Location
    56
    
    Updating the System BIOS
    57
  - Removing the Speaker Caps
    57
    
    Changing Switch Settings
    58
  - Locating the Speaker Cap Screws
    58
  - Removing the Speaker Caps
    58
  - Lifting the Keyboard
    59
  - Positioning the Keyboard
    59
  - Dip Switches
    60
    
    Performing the BIOS Update
    61
  - Reassembling the System
    61
  - Power-On Self-Test (POST)
    62
    
    POST Errors
    63
  - Setup Utility
    66
    
    Accessing Setup
    66
    
    Setup Utility Main Menu
    66
    
    With an Error at POST
    66
    
    With no Errors at POST
    66
  - Setup Main Menu
    66
    
    How to Use Setup
    67
    
    Looking at Screens
    67
  - Advanced CMOS Setup Menu
    67
    
    Checking/Setting System Parameters
    68
    
    Using Keys
    68
    
    Advanced CMOS Setup
    69
    
    Power Management Setup Power Management Setup
    72
    
    Other Setup Options
    74
    
    Peripherals Setup
    74
    
    STF Benefits
    75
    
    Using Setup to Set Power Management
    75
    
    Using the Save to File (STF) Feature
    75
- Section 3 Troubleshooting
  
  76
  - Quick Troubleshooting
    76
  - Helpful Questions
    79
- Section 4 Field Service Guidelines
  
  80
  - Preventive Maintenance
    80
    
    Cleaning the Notebook's Exterior
    80
    
    Cleaning the Notebook's Interior
    81
    
    Protecting the Disk Drives
    81
    
    Handling the Battery Packs
    82
    
    Maintaining the LCD Quality
    82
  - Required Tools and Equipment
    82
Disassembly and Reassembly

83
- Hard Disk Drive
  84
- Removing the Drive Bay Cover
  84
- Removing the Hard Disk Drive
  85
  - Diskette Drive
    86
- Versabay II Release Latches
  86
  - Diskette Drive (Installed in Versabay II)
    86
  - Main Battery Pack (Li-Ion Type)
    87
- Removing the Standard Diskette Drive
  87
- Removing the Battery
  88
  - Removing the Keyboard
    89
- Removing the Battery Compartment Cover
  88
- Locating the Speaker Cap Screws
  89
  - Keyboard
    89
- Lifting up the Keyboard
  90
  - Memory Upgrade
    91
- Positioning the Keyboard
  91
- DIMM Features
  92
- Installing the DIMM
  92
- Removing an Installed DIMM
  93
  - LCD and Top Cover
    94
- Removing the Bottom Base Screws
  94
- Location of Three Screws
  95
- Removing the Versaglide
  97
  - LCD Status Bar
    98
  - Bridge Battery, CMOS Battery, Buzzer
    99
  - Sound Board
    100
- Versaglide
  97
- IR Assembly and Graph Board
  100
  - CPU Assembly
    102
  - I/O Board
    102
- Removing the CPU Board from the Graph Board
  102
- Illustrated Parts Breakdown
  103
- Removing the I/O Board
  103
- NEC Versa Model 6200MX Illustrated Parts Breakdown
  104
- CPU Board
  105
- O Board
  105
- Service Information
  107
- Technical Support
  107
- Ordering Information from Faxflash
  108
- Product Information
  108
- Appendix A Connector Locations and Pin Assignments
  110
  - Graph Board Layout
    110
  - I/O Board Layout
    111
    
    Battery Disposal
    125
    
    Battery Replacement
    125

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