NEC Laptop M380 User Manual
NEC VERSA M380  
Series  
Electronic User’s Guide  
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About Your Electronic User’s Guide  
The illustrations, colours and pictures shown are for descriptive purposes. They may vary  
slightly from country to country and the unit you purchase. Please refer to the finished product  
for final configurations. Specifications and model names are subject to change without notice.  
Note  
You may find that your notebook is not supplied with devices/accessories that can be  
used with your available slots/connections/ports. This is because the notebook you  
have purchased has been fitted with a wide range of slots/connections/ports, to  
allow you greater flexibility and options should you decide later on to use external or  
optional devices/accessories.  
Text Setup  
To make this document as easy to use as possible, additional texts will appear throughout. The  
following details the layout and meaning of these additional texts.  
Note  
Notes give particularly important information about an item being described.  
CAUTION  
Cautions indicate situations that can damage the notebook hardware or software.  
WARNING  
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or even  
loss of life.  
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*For specific models only  
Items marked with an asterisk (*) denotes optional items only supplied for specific  
models. If the items are not found in the packaging box, it means that they are not  
applicable to the notebook you have just purchased, hence they are not included for  
you in the notebook.  
Electronic User’s Guide  
This Electronic User’s Guide aims to help you familiarise yourself with your new notebook. It  
contains more information on your notebook, the devices and applications associated with it,  
setting up a healthy work environment, safety notices 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 notebook is shut down. To print the Electronic User’s Guide, click  
“File” on the top menubar, and then click “Print” from the dropdown menu. You must  
have a printer installed and connected to be able to print.  
Print in small booklets using recycled paper. Make two-sided prints and copies using the  
“duplex” function, print multiple images/page per page, and print only the quantity you need  
at the time you need it. This gives you a handy way to store the booklet nearby and saves  
paper.  
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Basic Care and Handling Tips  
Protect the notebook from extremely low or high  
temperatures. Let the notebook warm (or cool) to room  
temperature before using it.  
Keep the notebook away from magnetised areas (some airline  
tray tables are magnetic; do not set your notebook on top of  
them). Doing so may damage the data on your hard drive.  
Keep the notebook dry.  
Do not wipe the notebook with a wet cloth or pour fluid onto  
it.  
Protect the notebook from strong physical contact, such as  
being bumped or dropped.  
Check the notebook for condensation.  
If condensation is present, allow it to evaporate before  
switching on the notebook.  
Keep the notebook away from dust, sand and dirt.  
Note  
For information on the specifications of your notebook, please refer to the System  
Configuration Label on the packaging box that comes with your system.  
CAUTION  
Before you connect or disconnect the power cords at the AC port of your notebook,  
please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the AC power outlet.  
WARNING  
Do not place this notebook on your lap and/or allow it to be in contact with any part  
of your body while operating.  
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Notebook Care  
Follow these guidelines to maintain the condition and performance of your notebook.  
CAUTION  
Immediately turn off and unplug the notebook under the following conditions:  
• The power cord has been damaged or frayed.  
• Liquid has spilled on or into the notebook.  
• The notebook has been dropped or its casing has been damaged.  
Precautions for Notebook Use  
Take these precautions when using your notebook and AC adaptor:  
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Be aware that your notebook may radiate heat when used for an extended period of time.  
Avoid dropping or bumping the notebook, or the AC adaptor.  
Do not stack heavy objects on the notebook, the AC adaptor, or the battery packs.  
Do not place items near the notebook that could block its air vents and cause overheating.  
Avoid moving the notebook during operation, especially while the hard disk, floppy disk, or  
optical disc drive is being accessed.  
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When using the AC adaptor, make sure the power source falls within the notebook's  
compatibility range. Never use the AC adaptor if the voltage falls outside this range. Watch  
for this when travelling to other countries.  
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Shut down the notebook before attaching or removing non-plug-and-play devices.  
Disconnect the notebook from its AC power outlet if it is not going to be used for a long  
time. This will avoid damage from transient over-voltage.  
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Do not attempt to disassemble the notebook.  
Do not push any foreign objects into the notebook bays, connectors or slots.  
Keep the notebook away from magnetised areas (some airline tray tables are magnetic; do  
not set your notebook on top of them). Doing so may damage the data on your hard drive.  
Avoid using the notebook or AC adaptor for extended periods under direct sunlight.  
Do not use the notebook in humid or dusty environments.  
Keep liquids and food away from the notebook.  
Turn notebook power off before cleaning it.  
Avoid exposing the notebook or AC adaptor to extreme changes in temperature or  
humidity. If it is unavoidable, allow your notebook to adjust to room temperature before  
use.  
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When cleaning the notebook, use a soft, clean, dry cloth. Avoid wiping the display surface  
with abrasive material, including rough fabric. Do not use a cleaning solution; this may  
damage the notebook's plastic surface.  
If the AC adaptor becomes extremely hot, unplug the adaptor and let it cool.  
Be sure to follow these power cord safety tips:  
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Unplug by gripping the plug only; do not pull on the cable.  
Place the power cord such that it cannot be tripped or stepped on, and do not place items  
directly on the power cord.  
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Use an AC power outlet that is as close as possible to the notebook.  
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Storage Requirements  
Store the notebook and AC adaptor in an environment that meets the following  
conditions:  
Should the temperature of the notebook suddenly rise or fall (for example, when you move the  
notebook from a cold place to a warm place), vapour may condense inside the notebook.  
Turning on the notebook under such conditions can damage the internal notebook  
components.  
Before turning on the notebook, wait until the notebook's internal temperature stabilises with  
the new environment and any internal moisture has evaporated.  
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Operate and store your notebook within the recommended temperatures and humidity  
levels.  
For more information, please refer to: Safety Notices → Product Storage  
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Environment Guidelines.  
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Keep the storage area free from vibration and magnetic fields.  
Keep the notebook and its components away from organic solvents or corrosive gases.  
Avoid leaving the notebook and its components under direct sunlight or near heat sources.  
Routine Cleaning  
CAUTION  
Never use harsh solutions, household cleaners, or spray cleaners that contain caustic  
materials on the notebook. These cleaners are usually high in alkalinity, making  
them very corrosive. Using these cleaners can cause the notebook’s plastic surface  
to crack or discolour.  
Clean or dust your notebook as follows:  
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LCD screen - carefully wipe the LCD screen with a soft cloth or special screen wipes  
designed for cleaning LCD screens. Special screen wipes are available from your local  
notebook dealer.  
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Notebook case - we recommend that you carefully wipe the case with a slightly damp, soft  
cloth.  
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Introducing Your NEC VERSA  
Getting to Know Your Notebook  
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 notebook in the manner  
described in the section on “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment”.  
To get started, do the following:  
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Read the section on “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment” for guidelines that help you  
use your notebook productively and safely. Information includes setting up and using your  
notebook while reducing your risk of developing nerve, muscle, or tendon disorders.  
For more information, please refer to: Setting Up a Healthy Work  
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Environment.  
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Read through this Electronic User’s Guide to familiarise yourself with the notebook.  
NEC VERSA  
The notebook offers you a portable system filled with exciting resources for home, business or  
travel.  
To settle in comfortably with your notebook, read the following sections and take a tour  
around your notebook!  
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The Front View of the Notebook  
Item  
Description  
A
Built-In Web  
Camera  
For video conferencing or taking pictures.  
The CyberLink YouCam webcam application can be launched by  
(For specific models  
only)  
double-clicking its icon  
from the Windows® desktop.  
B
C
LCD Panel  
Keyboard  
The notebook comes with a high resolution colour LCD display.  
Standard QWERTY key layout (models purchased may be  
shipped with country-specific keyboard layouts).  
D
Touchpad  
Works like a standard computer mouse. Simply move your  
fingertip over the touchpad to control the position of the  
cursor.  
Allows you to record mono sound with your notebook.  
E
F
Built-in Microphone  
Fingerprint Sensor  
(For specific models  
only)  
The Fingerprint Recognition Technology provides an added  
level of security and safeguard to your notebook.  
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Item  
Description  
A panel of several LEDs which indicate various system conditions.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your  
NEC VERSA → LED Behaviour.  
G LEDs  
Page  
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H Email Button Press the button to launch the Microsoft® Outlook Express application.  
I
Windows®  
Internet  
Explorer®  
Button  
Press the button to launch the Windows® Internet Explorer® application.  
J
ECO Button  
with LED  
For ECO settings. Press the button to change the notebook into power  
saving mode.  
Indicator  
K Wireless  
LAN /  
Press the button to enable/disable Wireless LAN / Bluetooth® wireless  
technology on the notebook.  
If your notebook only has Wireless LAN and does not have Bluetooth®  
Bluetooth®  
wireless  
wireless technology:  
technology  
Button (For  
specific  
• The first press enables Wireless LAN.  
• The second press disables Wireless LAN.  
If your notebook has both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth® wireless  
models only)  
technology:  
• The first press enables ONLY Wireless LAN.  
• The second press enables ONLY Bluetooth® wireless technology.  
• The third press enables both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth® wireless  
technology.  
• The fourth press disables both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth® wireless  
technology.  
L
Power  
Button  
Press the button to switch on/off the notebook.  
Item  
Description  
A
B
C
FIR Port  
The FIR Port allows your notebook to communicate with other  
compatible infrared devices.  
Allows you to connect an external microphone.  
Microphone In  
Jack  
Lets you plug in stereo headphones or external speakers.  
Headphones Out  
Jack  
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The Back View of the Notebook  
Item  
Description  
A
AC Power Port  
Lets you attach the notebook to the AC Power source using the  
AC adaptor that comes with your notebook. Keep the notebook  
connected to AC Power whenever possible.  
This port can be used to connect your notebook to a LAN.  
B
C
LAN Port  
Port Replicator  
Connector  
Connects a port replicator, a device that contains common PC  
ports, such as serial and parallel ports, allowing you to connect  
to standard non-portable devices such as printers and  
monitors.  
D
Battery Bay  
Equipped with a rechargeable battery.  
The Left Side View of the Notebook  
Item  
Description  
This slot is for fitting a security cable device for extra  
protection of your notebook.  
Use this port to connect the notebook to an analogue  
telephone line for access to the internet.  
Each USB port allows you to connect USB-equipped  
peripheral devices such as printers, monitors and scanners to  
your notebook.  
A
B
C
Security Cable Slot  
Modem Port  
USB Ports  
This slot houses an optical drive. The optical drive that comes  
with your notebook depends on the configurations of the  
purchased notebook. Typically, your optical drive should be  
able to access most common optical discs such as CDs and  
DVDs.  
D
Optical Drive  
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The Right Side View of the Notebook  
Item  
Description  
Allows you to insert an ExpressCard™. This card is a hardware  
interface that replaces PC cards, allowing you to accept many  
types of external hardware such as external disk drives, TV  
tuner cards and additional memory.  
A
ExpressCard™ Slot  
Memory Card  
Reader  
This port allows you to read data from four different types of  
memory cards: MS, MMC, SD and xD.  
B
C
Use this port to daisy chain up to 63 IEEE 1394 (a high-speed  
interface) devices to your system. IEEE 1394 devices support  
plug-and-play connectivity for transfer rates of up to 400 MB/s.  
IEEE 1394 Port  
Use this port to connect to an external SATA hard disk drive.  
D
E
External SATA Port  
USB Port  
Each USB port allows you to connect USB-equipped peripheral  
devices such as printers, monitors and scanners to your  
notebook.  
This provides ventilation, to ensure your notebook’s  
temperature is optimal.  
F
Ventilator  
VGA Port  
G
Use this 15-pin port to attach an external VGA or analogue  
monitor to your notebook.  
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The Bottom View of the Notebook  
Item  
Description  
Secures the battery inside the battery bay.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing  
Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the Battery.  
A
Battery Security  
Lock  
Page  
22  
B
C
Battery Bay  
Equipped with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery.  
Releases the battery from the battery bay.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing  
Your NEC VERSA → Replacing the Battery.  
Battery Release  
Latch  
Page  
22  
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Keyboard  
The keyboard is equipped with many features. However the outlook of the keyboard may be  
slightly different from your actual unit. These include:  
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Function Keys (A) - function keys are available on the notebook keyboard. These keys  
work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Function keys are application-  
driven. For more information, please refer to the note on “Function Keys”.  
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Numeric Keypad (B) - pressing Fn+Num Lock on the keyboard activates the numeric  
keypad numbers and functions printed in blue at the bottom right corner of the keys. The  
keypad lets you type numbers and mathematical operators (+, -) as you would on a  
calculator. The keypad is ideal for entering long lists of numbers. When you press  
Fn+Num Lock again, the keys revert to their normal functions as typewriter keys.  
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Control keys (C) - Ctrl, Alt, Fn and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other  
keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold down the control key  
while pressing another key. For example, "Press Ctrl+c" means to hold down the Ctrl key  
and press the c key. Key combinations are specific to the application you are running.  
Windows® keys (D) - use the following two keys to facilitate your work.  
Shortcut/Application key - provides quick access to shortcut  
menus. (This key acts like a mouse’s right-click button.)  
Floating Windows® key - displays the Start menu. (The  
outlook of the Floating Windows® key depends on the  
notebook you purchase.)  
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Cursor Control keys (E) - cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen.  
On the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the  
application. The cursor indicates where the next typed character/text will be inserted.  
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LED Behaviour  
Item  
Description  
Green  
Indicates that Num Lock is activated.  
Indicates that Caps Lock is activated.  
Indicates that Scroll Lock is activated.  
Num Lock  
LED Indicator  
Caps Lock  
Green  
LED Indicator  
Scroll Lock LED  
Indicator  
Green  
Indicates that the notebook is accessing  
the hard disk drive.  
HDD Access  
Blinks Green  
LED Indicator  
Indicates that notebook is active.  
Power LED  
Indicator  
Green  
Indicates that notebook is in standby  
mode.  
Blinks Green  
If connected to AC power, this means the  
battery is fully charged. Otherwise, this  
means the battery is fully discharged.  
Indicates that the battery is charging.  
Battery Charge  
LED Indicator  
Green  
Green &  
Orange  
Indicates a low battery capacity.  
Flashing  
Orange  
Indicates an error. Try removing and  
reinstalling the battery.  
Blinks Red  
Note  
The battery may be overheating and therefore cannot start  
charging. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet and  
allow both the notebook and battery to cool to room  
temperature.  
Note  
Connect the AC adaptor cable into the power port on the  
notebook when the battery is in warning or low status.  
CAUTION  
Before you connect or disconnect the power cable at the  
AC port of your notebook, please ensure that the power  
plug is disconnected from the wall outlet.  
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Description  
Green  
Item  
Indicates that Wireless LAN is enabled and  
notebook is connected to a network.  
Wireless LAN  
LED Indicator  
The Bluetooth® wireless technology is  
enabled.  
Bluetooth®  
wireless  
technology LED  
Indicator (For  
specific models  
only)  
Blue  
Note  
This LED only lights up if your notebook is equipped with a  
Bluetooth® wireless technology board.  
Green  
This indicates that “ECO” mode is enabled.  
ECO LED  
indicator  
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Function Keys  
Function keys are available on the notebook keyboard. These keys work together with Fn key  
to activate special functions.  
Function keys are application-driven.  
The following function key combinations are pre-programmed for the notebook.  
Function Key  
Fn + F2  
Description  
Toggles display. This switches your view between different displays (if  
you have any).  
Fn + F3  
Enables/Disables the touchpad. You can enable the touchpad for  
increased mobility or disable it when using an external mouse.  
Fn + F4  
Fn + F5  
Fn + F7  
Lowers the brightness of your screen display.  
Increases the brightness of your screen display.  
Lowers the volume of your sound/audio system.  
Increases the volume of your sound/audio system.  
Fn + F8  
Fn + F9  
Switches the audio/sound to mute. This is to switch off sound without  
interrupting playback of media.  
Fn + F12  
Enables the Sleep mode. Pressing this tells the notebook to go into  
standby, shutting down disk activity and lowers energy consumption.  
Power Button  
Use the Power button in the following ways:  
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Press the Power button to power on.  
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Press the Power button to move from Standby mode and to proceed with normal  
operations.  
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Press and hold the Power button in place for 4 or more seconds to initiate power override  
(powers off the notebook). Only use this option if you cannot power off your notebook  
using the normal procedure.  
Put the unit in Standby mode when you need to be away from your notebook for a short period  
of time and want to return to where you left off. Standby mode shuts down all devices in the  
notebook while retaining data and notebook status.  
For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista® Operating System  
Page  
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Optional Accessories  
For more information on accessories, please refer to or contact to the local sales  
representative near you.  
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Using the Touchpad  
The touchpad is an easy way to control the cursor with your finger. Lightly glide your  
finger across the touchpad and the cursor will replicate your movement on the screen.  
To use the touchpad, you can:  
• Single tap the touchpad, or single click on the left button, equivalent to a single click of  
the primary mouse button.  
• Double tap the touchpad, or double click on the left button, equivalent to a double click  
of the primary mouse button.  
• Click the left button and hold, then drag your finger across the touchpad, equivalent to a  
click and drag of the primary mouse button.  
Item  
Description  
A
B
C
D
E
Touchpad  
This device replaces the mouse and is for positioning the cursor  
on a notebook display screen.  
Scroll Lock Icon This section of the touchpad allows you to scroll your view up or  
down on compatible applications.  
Left Button  
This is the primary button. Clicking it usually selects the item  
your cursor is pointing at.  
Right Button  
Clicking this button usually opens a menu of options available for  
the item currently selected.  
Fingerprint  
Sensor (For  
specific models  
only)  
The Fingerprint Recognition Technology provides an added level  
of security and safeguard to your notebook.  
Note  
This sensor will only function if the notebook you purchased has  
Fingerprint Reader capabilities.  
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Touchpad Icon  
Icon Name  
Function  
• Lightly glide your finger across the icon and the cursor will  
replicate your scrolling movement on the screen.  
• To scroll up, glide your finger up the icon.  
Scroll Lock  
Icon  
• To scroll down, glide your finger down the icon.  
If you find the double tap difficult to use, go to the next section for general directions about  
adjusting the touchpad properties.  
Note  
If you install another mouse driver over the shipping default, the double-tap  
capability may be lost.  
Touchpad Tips  
Follow these basic ergonomic tips while working:  
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Use a light touch on the touchpad surface.  
Set up the notebook with your keyboard and touchpad at a comfortable height. Keep  
your forearms parallel to the floor. Your wrists should be relaxed and straight.  
While using the keyboard and touchpad, keep your shoulders and arms as relaxed as  
possible.  
Take regular breaks from the notebook to rest your eyes. Perform stretching exercises  
to relax your fingers, hands, wrists, forearms and shoulders.  
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Power Sources  
The notebook can be powered using two different sources, making it a truly portable system.  
Operate your notebook just about anywhere using one of the following power sources:  
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The AC adaptor connected to an AC power outlet (usually on a wall).  
The battery pack.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Using  
Page  
the Battery.  
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Read the following sections for specific information about using the power sources.  
AC Adaptor  
Use the AC adaptor and power cable that come with your notebook to run your notebook on  
AC power, or to recharge the battery pack. Use the AC adaptor whenever an AC power outlet  
is nearby.  
Keep the adaptor connected whenever possible. The AC adaptor charges the battery when it is  
connected, whether the notebook is powered on or off.  
Note  
The power cable may vary from country to country.  
Note  
Consult your dealer or the local electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of  
power cord to use in your country. Failure to use the correct power cord/cable may  
result in electrical shock.  
WARNING  
Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adaptor. The AC adaptor has no user-  
replaceable or serviceable parts inside. Dangerous voltage in the AC adaptor can  
cause serious personal injury or death. The AC adaptor is intended for use with a  
notebook and must meet EN609050 standards.  
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Connecting the AC Adaptor  
Connect the AC adaptor as follows:  
1. Connect the AC adaptor cable into the power port on the notebook.  
2. Plug one AC adaptor cable into the adaptor.  
3. Connect the AC adaptor cable to grounded 100- or 240-volt, 50- or 60-Hz AC power outlet.  
CAUTION  
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Do not cover or place objects on the AC adaptor. Keeping the adaptor clear of  
objects lets the adaptor cool properly during use.  
•
Only use the AC adaptor that comes with your notebook. Although other  
adaptors look similar, using them can damage your notebook.  
Powering The Notebook On and Off  
To power on, locate the power button (or switch) and press or switch it on.  
CAUTION  
This equipment uses an ungrounded power cable. Replace the cord if it becomes  
damaged. The cord must be rated for at least 250VAC at 10 amps, and must  
indicate international safety agency approval. The plug must be a type appropriate  
for the country where it is used. Check with your local dealer for HAR  
(Harmonisation certification mark) type 18 AWG (American Wire Gauge), 2  
conductor cord, or better. Obtain replacement cords at an authorised service centre.  
The replacement must be of the same type and voltage rating as of the original cord.  
Using the Battery  
Note  
Although the battery is fully charged at the factory, transit and shelf time may  
reduce the initial battery charge. We recommend that the first time you use your  
notebook, you connect it to AC power using the AC adaptor. This also recharges your  
battery.  
When the battery capacity is low, always respond by immediately saving your data, and  
connecting your notebook to the AC adaptor. If an AC adaptor is not available, change the  
battery using the battery replacement procedure.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing  
Page  
the Battery.  
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If you do not take any action, the notebook will automatically go into Hibernation (Save To  
File) mode.  
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WARNING  
To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, adhere to the following:  
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Keep the battery away from extreme heat.  
Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.  
Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.  
Read the precautions printed on the battery (if any).  
Remember to unplug the AC adaptor cable from the power port on the notebook  
and from the grounded AC power outlet after your notebook is fully charged,  
when your notebook is not in use or when you know that your notebook will be  
unattended for long hours.  
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Do not disassemble the battery.  
Charging the Battery  
Charge time depends on whether or not you are using the notebook.  
For maximum battery performance, fully discharge the battery before recharging it. To do so,  
unplug the AC adaptor, turn off power management features (through BIOS Setup and  
Windows® power management), and turn on the notebook. Once the battery is fully  
discharged, plug in the AC adaptor and recharge the battery.  
Precautions for Recharging the Battery  
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Adhere to the following precautions when recharging the battery.  
•
Use only the battery charger designed for your notebook battery type. Different NEC  
VERSA models require different batteries and battery chargers.  
Charge the battery for the specified charge time only.  
During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 5°C and 35°C.  
Read the instructions that come with the battery charger before charging the battery.  
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Low Battery Power  
When battery power gets low, connect your notebook to the AC adaptor.  
If no AC adaptor is available, change the battery using the battery replacement procedure.  
For more information, please refer to: Introducing Your NEC VERSA → Replacing  
Page  
the Battery.  
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Conserving Battery Power  
The battery performance is affected by the following conditions:  
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When it is new and fully charged.  
When no peripherals are connected to your notebook.  
When you have no options installed.  
While on the road, it is important to be aware of the simple things you can do to extend the  
life of the notebook's main battery. For instance, turning down the screen brightness (specific  
function key) extends battery life.  
Power Management Features  
Enabling power management features increases battery life.  
The Hibernate power management state, also known as Save-To-File (STF), saves the  
notebook's current working environment to the notebook's hard drive, then powers down the  
notebook to conserve battery power. You can configure your power management settings to  
enter hibernation when your notebook reaches a critical low battery stage.  
For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista® Operating System  
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Battery Precautions  
To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following  
precautions.  
WARNING  
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only  
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used  
batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.  
To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on  
handling, charging and disposing batteries:  
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Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires,  
microwave ovens and high-voltage containers. Temperatures over 60ºC may  
cause damage.  
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•
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Do not drop or impact the battery.  
Do not solder the battery.  
Do not puncture the battery.  
Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its  
casing, is discoloured, overheats, or emits a foul odour.  
Keep the battery dry and away from water.  
Keep metal objects away from battery terminals. Metal objects in contact with  
the connectors can cause a short circuit and subsequently damage the battery.  
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If the battery leaks:  
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If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean  
running water. Battery fluid can cause skin rashes and damage fabric.  
If battery fluid gets into the eyes, DO NOT RUB. Rinse with clean water  
immediately and seek professional medical assistance.  
Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is a  
danger of ignition or explosion.  
Replacing the Battery  
This section describes how to remove and replace the primary battery.  
WARNING  
To prevent accidental battery ignition or explosion, strictly adhere to the following:  
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•
•
•
Keep the battery away from extreme heat.  
Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals to prevent a short circuit.  
Make sure the battery is properly installed in the battery bay.  
Read the precautions printed on the battery (if any).  
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Removing the Battery in your Notebook  
CAUTION  
Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC  
adaptor. Failure to do so can result in data loss.  
Save your files, exit Windows®, and turn  
off system power.  
1
Close the LCD panel and turn the  
system over.  
CAUTION  
Be extra careful to avoid damage to  
your notebook  
2
Unlock the battery security lock.  
3
Hold the latch to the "Unlock" position.  
4
Slide the battery outwards to remove  
the battery.  
5
Note  
Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated to remove the  
battery.  
Installing the Battery in your Notebook  
Insert the new battery as follows:  
Turn the notebook over.  
CAUTION  
Be extra careful to avoid damage  
to your notebook.  
1
Make sure you unlock the battery  
security lock.  
2
Align the battery with the battery  
3
bay slot and connector.  
Place the battery into the battery  
bay. Carefully press and secure  
the battery into the battery bay.  
4
Make sure you lock the battery  
security lock.  
5
Note  
Place your notebook in this position and follow the steps stated to install the battery.  
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Handling the Battery  
Review the following before handling the notebook battery.  
CAUTION  
Only use the type of battery specifically designed for the notebook. Using other NEC  
VERSA batteries, other manufacturer's batteries, or using a combination of very old  
and new batteries can cause battery and equipment performance to deteriorate.  
Turn off the notebook power after use.  
•
Clean the battery connectors with a dry cloth if they get dirty.  
•
When not in use, store the battery in a cool dry area.  
The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Discard batteries that  
display these symptoms:  
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Shorter work times.  
Discolouration, warping.  
Hot to the touch.  
Strange odour.  
Disposing of the Battery  
Before disposing of the battery, put adhesive tape on the connectors. Contact your local waste  
management officials for information regarding environmentally sound collection, recycling and  
disposal of batteries.  
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Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista®  
Your notebook comes with a hardware program called BIOS Setup that allows you to view  
and set system parameters. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect  
your notebook from unauthorised use.  
Use BIOS Setup to:  
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Set the current time and date.  
Customise your operating system to reflect your notebook hardware.  
Secure your notebook with a password.  
Balance your performance needs with power conservation.  
Entering BIOS Setup  
The BIOS Setup can be accessed during the startup or booting of your notebook. Just press  
<F2> when the following prompt appears.  
“Press <F2> to run CMOS Setup or <F12> to Boot on Network”  
When you press <F2> to enter BIOS Setup, the system interrupts the Power-On Self-Test  
(POST) and displays the current complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) RAM  
settings.  
If the system detects an error during POST, it prompts you with a double beep and the  
message: "Press <F1> to resume." If you press <F2>, the system enters BIOS Setup  
automatically. If you want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears  
above the prompt (taking notes if you want), and press <F2>. You will see this message if  
your system’s CMOS battery (which provides power to maintain system configuration settings)  
has become fully discharged.  
BIOS Setup Menus  
The BIOS Setup features five menus, which are listed on the menu bar at the top of the  
screen.  
Main - use this menu for basic system configuration.  
Advanced - use this menu to control system ports and components.  
Security - use this menu to establish system passwords and protect the boot sector of the  
hard disk drive against infection by certain virus types.  
Boot - use this menu to set the boot sequence.  
Exit - use this menu to exit BIOS Setup with various save or discard options.  
Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup menu to make the selections  
or exit the current menu.  
The exact menu may be different from the notebook you purchase depending on the  
mainboard type.  
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Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows® XP  
Your notebook comes with a hardware program called BIOS Setup that allows you to view  
and set system parameters. BIOS Setup also allows you to set password features that protect  
your notebook from unauthorised use.  
Use BIOS Setup to:  
•
•
•
•
Set the current time and date.  
Customise your operating system to reflect your notebook hardware.  
Secure your notebook with a password.  
Balance your performance needs with power conservation.  
Entering BIOS Setup  
The BIOS Setup can be accessed during the startup or booting of your notebook. Just press  
<F2> when the following prompt appears.  
“Press <F2> to Enter BIOS Setup - <F8> to Display Boot Order”  
When you press <F2> to enter BIOS Setup, the system interrupts the Power-On Self-Test  
(POST) and displays the current CMOS RAM settings.  
If the system detects an error during POST, it prompts you with a double beep and a message:  
"Press <F1> to resume." If you press <F2>, the system enters BIOS Setup automatically. If  
you want to fix the error, carefully read the error message that appears above the prompt  
(taking notes if you want), and press F2. You will see this message if your CMOS battery has  
become fully discharged.  
BIOS Setup Menus  
The BIOS Setup features five menus, which are listed on the menu bar at the top of the  
screen.  
Main - use this menu for basic system configuration.  
Advanced - use this menu to control system ports and components.  
Security - use this menu to establish system passwords and protect the boot sector of the  
hard disk drive against infection by certain virus types.  
Exit - use this menu to exit BIOS Setup with various save or discard options.  
Use the keys listed in the legend bar on the bottom of the Setup menu to make the selections  
or exit the current menu.  
The exact menu may be different from the notebook you purchase depending on the  
mainboard type.  
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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 notebook's Flash ROM. As indicated in this  
chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your notebook's software and hardware  
features. Only update your notebook’s BIOS using the update files specific to your notebook’s  
model.  
CAUTION  
You only need to update the BIOS if significant improvements or fixes have been  
made to the current system BIOS. Your authorised dealer or Support Services  
representative can help you determine this.  
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Windows Vista® Operating System Introduction  
(Only applicable to Windows Vista®)  
The operating system is the most important program that runs on a computer. Every computer  
must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic  
tasks, such as recognising input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen,  
keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such as  
disk drives and printers.  
Your notebook comes pre-installed with a version of the Windows® operating system.  
Windows Vista® Operating Systems  
The Windows Vista® operating systems provide a means of running applications, navigating  
through your file structure, and using your notebook. Each operating system offers its own  
look and tools through an easy-to-use graphical interface.  
Windows Vista® Operating System Setup  
For Windows Vista® Operating system setup  
When you switch on the notebook, the message “©Microsoft Corporation” will be displayed.  
Please wait a while for the First page of set up Windows® screen to be displayed.  
Note  
The procedure described below applies to systems featuring LAN capabilities. Some  
of these screens may otherwise not appear.  
1: Initial Windows® setup screen.  
Choose your appropriate Country or Region, Time and Currency, and Keyboard Layout.  
Then click the Next button at the lower right corner.  
2: The End User License Agreement screen.  
Carefully read the license agreement and click in the relevant check box to accept its  
terms. Click the Next button.  
3: Username and picture selection screen.  
Enter a username and password (optional) and also choose a picture at the bottom of the  
screen to represent your user account. Click the Next button.  
4: Notebook name and desktop background selection screen.  
Enter a notebook name then choose a desktop background from 6 options available at the  
bottom of the screen. Click the Next button.  
5: Helping protect Windows® automatically screen.  
There are 3 options available; read each description and click your preferred option.  
6: Time and date settings screen.  
Choose and set appropriate Time Zone, Date and Time. Click the Next button.  
7: Notebook’s current location screen.  
This page only appears if your notebook is connected to a network. There are 3 options  
available; read each description and click your preferred option.  
8: Thank you! screen.  
Click the Start button to complete the Windows Vista® operating system installation.  
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Dual Boot (2 languages)  
*For Hong Kong dual boot models only  
There are 2 language versions of the Windows Vista® operating system available on this  
notebook, that is, in English and Traditional Chinese. When you start your notebook for the  
first time, you are required to choose either one of the operating system languages you prefer  
(please refer to the screen illustration below). Please select the language you prefer carefully  
as this can only be done once.  
You will see the message "©Microsoft Corporation” displayed on your screen. Please wait for a  
moment while the initial Windows® setup screen loads.  
For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista® Operating System  
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IMPORTANT  
Windows® Language Selection  
*This option is applicable to Hong Kong dual boot models only.  
CAUTION  
Once you have selected the language you prefer, your operating system will be  
installed with the selected language permanently. You will not be able to change this  
selection for the operating system language.  
Referring to the guide provided above, please follow the on screen instructions accordingly.  
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Windows Vista® Operating System  
Windows Vista® operating system features include a Desktop with room to manoeuvre, a  
taskbar for quick access to a variety of system functions, state-of-the-art plug and play  
support, powerful system utilities, enhanced entertainment features and a fully integrated  
Internet experience.  
Among the new features are:  
Windows® Explorer – Windows® Explorer has also had its functionality expanded. Explorer  
windows now are 3-paned, with extra information and functionality in the middle window.  
Preview Applet – For viewing and editing images. An enhanced Preview Applet is included  
that lets you view, zoom in and out, rotate, print, save (as), and delete images. This is  
supported by the Windows® Bitmap, JPEG, GIF, TIF and PNG formats.  
Desktop Icons  
With Windows Vista®, the following icons* are installed on your Desktop:  
Recycle Bin – Gives you a container in which to put and discard unwanted files or allows you  
to restore these same files back to their original location.  
Taskbar Icons  
With Windows Vista®, a number of icons appears on the taskbar. Use the cursor to hover over  
the icon and display its function. Right-click on the icon to display its menu options, or double-  
click on the icon to launch it.  
Right click an empty area of the taskbar and select Properties to recognise the taskbar.  
For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista® Operating System  
Page  
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The quick launch on the left hand side of the taskbar can be hidden or active. The notification  
area on the right hand side of the taskbar can be easily configured, for instance, to hide icons  
that are not used frequently. Some hardware items or software titles will place a small icon in  
this area, allowing you to easily recognise and control their settings or status (examples are  
virus scanners, printers, PC cards).  
The following icons* normally appear in the notification area:  
Time Clock – Allows you to adjust the time and date, select your time zone, and offers the  
option to automatically synchronise the time with an internet time server.  
For more information about the Desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows Vista® online  
help. To do this, click on Start button  
, and select Help and Support.  
Depending on the version of Windows Vista® installed on your notebook or if you have  
deactivated certain programs, the icons described here may differ slightly and/or may be  
accompanied by others.  
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Start Menu  
The Start menu features a whole new look and feel. The Windows® Internet Explorer icon has  
a prominent place now. You will also notice that Windows Vista® places your frequently used  
programs in the white area of the Start menu. It is safe to remove an item from this list by  
right-clicking the icon and selecting Remove from this list, as the software program itself will  
not be deleted.  
You can access your installed software and other Windows® programs by selecting All  
Programs. Recently installed programs are highlighted.  
Technical Support Information  
Technical support information is available in Windows Vista®.  
Click the Start button  
, right-click on Computer and select Properties.  
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Managing System Power (Windows Vista® Operating System)  
In the Windows Vista® operating system environment, your notebook manages its power  
resources using the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the notebook is  
powered on using AC or battery (DC) power. ACPI enables the operating system to manage  
the power given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in use.  
Take advantage of the opportunity to manage power on your notebook to:  
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Minimise battery drain.  
Preserve the life of your notebook.  
Save time. When you return from that urgent call or meeting, you don’t have to reboot,  
just press the Power button to resume notebook operation.  
Windows Vista® Operating System Power Options Properties  
In Windows Vista® operating system, most ACPI power management settings are controlled  
through Windows® Power Options, not through the BIOS Setup utility, unless otherwise noted.  
To access Windows® Power Options, click the Start button  
, Control Panel, select  
Performance and Maintenance, double click Power Options.  
The Power Options Properties are broken down as follows:  
Power Plan  
Use the Power Schemes tab options to define the appropriate power scheme for your  
notebook, and to set timeouts for standby, monitor, and hard disk.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Power Plan  
VERSA  
Balanced  
Defines the most appropriate power  
scheme for your notebook.  
Power Saver High Performance  
Turn off monitor  
(plugged in)  
½/3/5/10/15/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before your  
LCD panel turns off.  
½/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Turn off monitor  
(running on batteries)  
½/3/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before your  
LCD panel turns off.  
½/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Turn off hard disks  
(plugged in)  
3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before your  
hard disk(s) power down.  
½/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Turn off hard disks  
(running on batteries)  
3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before your  
hard disk(s) power down.  
½/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
System Sleep (plugged ½/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
Selects the system sleep timeout  
period for your notebook when  
running under AC power.  
in)  
minutes  
2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
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System Sleep (running ½/3/5/10//20/25/30/45  
Selects the system sleep timeout  
period for your notebook when  
running under DC power.  
on batteries)  
minutes  
½/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
System Hibernates  
(plugged in)  
Never  
Selects the system hibernation  
timeout period for your notebook  
when running under AC power.  
System Hibernates  
(running on batteries)  
Never  
Selects the system hibernation  
timeout period for your notebook  
when running under DC power.  
Default settings are shown in red.  
Alarms  
Use the Alarms tab to define the point at which the battery alarm activates. Define the alarm  
to either sound, display a warning message, or invoke Standby, Hibernate or Shutdown.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Low battery alarm  
10%  
0-100%  
Allows you to define a low  
battery alarm percentage,  
notification, and system  
action.  
Notification  
Display message  
Sound alarm  
Allows you to define whether  
the alarm is visual or auditive.  
Alarm Action  
Sleep  
Allows you to define which  
action is taken by the  
notebook when the alarm goes  
off.  
Hibernate  
Shut down  
Do nothing  
Critical battery alarm  
3%  
0-100%  
Allows you to define a critical  
battery alarm percentage,  
notification, and system  
action.  
Notification  
Display message  
Sound alarm  
Allows you to define whether  
the alarm is visual or auditive.  
Alarm Action  
Sleep  
Hibernate  
Shut down  
Allows you to define which  
action is taken by the  
notebook when the alarm goes  
off.  
Default settings are shown in red.  
Advanced  
The Advanced tab allows you to select the power-saving settings you want to use.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Always show icon on taskbar Checked  
Unchecked  
Determines whether or not  
the Power Meter icon displays  
on the taskbar.  
Prompt for password when  
notebook resumes from  
standby  
Checked  
Unchecked  
Determines whether or not  
the notebook prompts for  
your Windows® password  
when resuming from Standby.  
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When I close the lid on my  
notebook  
Standby  
Do nothing  
Hibernate  
Defines the system action  
when the LCD panel is closed.  
When I press the Power  
button on my notebook  
Shut down  
Standby  
Hibernate  
Defines the system action  
when the Power button is  
used.  
Do nothing  
Ask me what to do  
Default settings are shown in red.  
Tips for Using Windows Vista®  
For more information, we advise you to check out the new features specific to Windows Vista®.  
To do so, click the Start button  
, click on Help and Support, and pick the What’s new?  
Topic.  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Windows Vista®  
We continually strive to bring you the latest and proven features and technologies. As part of  
our drive to continually improve our products, software incompatible issues might occur on  
brand new operating system. We are working with our partners to address these issues and  
deliver solutions to you as soon as possible.  
Please visit our “Questions and Answers” website frequently to obtain the latest information  
and updates regarding your notebook:  
http://www.nec-computers-ap.com/faq/vista.asp  
Lastly, when you run MDVD Creator program, a section might be hidden depending on the  
screen resolution. In this case, please resize the window by dragging the sides.  
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Windows® XP Operating System Introduction  
(Only applicable to Windows® XP)  
The operating system is the most important program that runs on a computer. Every computer  
must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic  
tasks, such as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen,  
keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such as  
disk drives and printers.  
Your notebook comes pre-installed with Windows® operating systems.  
Windows® XP Operating Systems  
The Windows® XP operating systems provide a means of running applications, navigating  
through your file structure, and using your notebook. Each operating system offers its own  
look and tools through an easy-to-use graphical interface.  
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Windows® XP Operating System Setup  
For Windows® XP Operating system setup  
When you switch on the notebook, the message “©Microsoft Corporation” will be displayed.  
Please wait a while for the First page of set up Windows® screen to be displayed.  
Note  
The procedure described below applies to systems featuring either modem and / or  
LAN capabilities. Some of these screens may otherwise not appear.  
1. Welcome to Windows® operating system screen.  
Click the Next button in the lower right corner.  
2. The End User License Agreement screen.  
Carefully read the license agreement, and click in the relevant white circle to accept its  
terms. Click the Next button.  
3. What's your computer's name? screen.  
If applicable, choose a name for your notebook that will help you identify it on your  
network. Enter the computer name and description and click the Next button.  
4. How will this computer connect to the Internet? screen.  
Choose your connection by checking either Telephone modem, Digital Subscriber Line  
(DSL) or cable modem or Local Area Network (LAN). Click the Next button.  
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If you selected Telephone modem, go directly to step 7.  
If you selected DSL or cable modem, go directly to step 5.  
If you selected Local Area Network (LAN), go directly to step 6.  
5. Do you use a username and password to connect to the Internet? screen.  
Answer the question by checking the relevant option, and click the Next button.  
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If you selected Yes, I use a username and password to connect, the Let's set up  
your Internet account screen is displayed. Enter your username, password, and ISP's  
service name. Click the Next button, and go directly to step 7.  
If you selected No, this computer is always connected to the Internet, the  
Setting up a high speed connection screen is displayed. Go to step 6.  
6. Setting up a high speed connection screen.  
Enter the required settings to set up your Internet account, and click the Next button.  
7. Ready to register with Microsoft Windows®? screen.  
Please note that registration is optional. Check your preferred option, and click the Next  
button.  
•
If you chose to register with Microsoft®, enter your personal data in the Collecting  
Registration Information screen. Click the Next button.  
8. Who will use this computer? screen.  
Type the name of each person who will use this computer. These names will appear on the  
Welcome screen in alphabetical order. When you start Windows®, simply click on your  
name on the Welcome screen to begin. At least one name must be entered. When this is  
done, click the Next button.  
9. Thank you! screen.  
Click the Finish button to complete the Windows® XP operating system installation.  
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Dual Boot (2 languages)  
*For Hong Kong dual boot models only  
There are 2 language versions of the Windows® XP operating system available on this  
notebook, that is, in English and Traditional Chinese. When you start your notebook for the  
first time, you are required to choose either one of the operating system languages you prefer  
(please refer to the screen illustration below). Please select the language you prefer carefully  
as this can only be done once.  
You will see the message "©Microsoft Corporation” displayed on your screen. Please wait for a  
moment while the initial Windows® setup screen loads.  
For more information, please refer to: Windows® XP Operating System  
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IMPORTANT  
Windows® Language Selection  
*This option is applicable to Hong Kong dual boot models only.  
When you have made the decision, you will be required to reconfirm the operating system  
language (please refer to the picture below).  
Chinese language system  
installation  
English language system  
installation  
CAUTION  
By pressing the Yes button, the operating system language which you have  
chosen will be your permanent language. You will not be able to change this  
selection again.  
Once you have completed these steps, the “Welcome to Windows® operating system”  
screen will appear.  
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Introduction  
Windows® XP Operating System  
The Windows® XP operating system features include a Desktop with room to manoeuvre, a  
taskbar for quick access to a variety of system functions, state-of-the-art plug and play  
support, powerful system utilities, enhanced entertainment features and a fully integrated  
Internet experience.  
Among the new features are:  
•
Fast User Switching - You may now switch users more easily, as a new user can log in  
while retaining the other user’s system state. A user does not have access to the other  
user’s running applications.  
•
•
Windows® Explorer - Windows® Explorer has also had its functionality expanded. Explorer  
windows now are 3-paned, with extra information and functionality in the middle window.  
Preview Applet - For viewing and editing images. An enhanced Preview Applet is included  
that lets you view, zoom in and out, rotate, print, save (as), and delete images. This is  
supported by the Windows® Bitmap, JPEG, GIF, TIF and PNG formats.  
Professional versus Home Edition  
Your notebook may feature either the Windows® XP Professional operating system or the  
Windows® XP Home operating system edition. Note that all the features available in the Home  
edition are also included in the Professional edition.  
The Professional edition also includes support for:  
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Remote Desktop - allows you to remotely access your notebook from another computer  
in order to work with all of your data and applications while away from your office.  
Off-line Files and Folders - allows you to access files & folders on a network share when  
disconnected from the server.  
Encrypting File System - protects sensitive data in files that are stored on disk using the  
NTFS file system.  
•
•
•
Access Control - restricts access to selected files, applications, and other resources.  
Multi-processing.  
Windows® operating system servers and management solutions.  
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Desktop Icons  
With Windows® XP operating system, the following icons* are installed on your Desktop:  
•
•
Recycle Bin - Gives you a container in which to put and discard unwanted files or allows  
you to restore these same files back to their original location.  
Windows® Internet Explorer® - Provides your default Internet program.  
Taskbar Icons  
With Windows® XP operating system, a number of icons appears on the taskbar. Use the  
cursor to hover over the icon and display its function. Right-click on the icon to display its  
menu options, or double-click on the icon to launch it.  
Right click an empty area of the taskbar and select Properties to customise the taskbar (refer  
to the section on “Tips” for more information). The quick launch (A), i.e. the left hand side of  
the taskbar can be hidden or active. The notification area (B), i.e. the right hand side of the  
taskbar, can be easily configured, for instance, to hide icons that are not used frequently.  
Some hardware items or software titles (such as virus scanners, printers and PC cards) will  
place a small icon in this area, allowing you to easily customise and control their settings or  
status.  
The following icons* normally appear in the notification area:  
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Time Clock - Allows you to adjust the time and date, select your time zone, and offers the  
option to automatically synchronise the time with an internet time server.  
For more information about the Desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows® XP  
operating system online help. To do this, click on Start, and select Help and Support.  
* Depending on the version of Windows® XP operating system installed on your notebook or if  
you have deactivated certain programs, the icons described here may differ slightly and/or  
may be accompanied by others.  
Start Menu  
The Start menu features a whole new look and feel. The Windows® Internet Explorer® and  
Microsoft® Outlook Express icons have a prominent place now. You will also notice that  
Windows® XP operating system places your frequently used programs in the white area of the  
Start menu. It is safe to remove an item from this list by right-clicking the icon and selecting  
Remove from this list, as the software program itself will not be deleted.  
You can access your installed software and other Windows® programs by selecting All  
Programs. Recently installed programs are highlighted.  
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Technical Support Information  
Technical support information is available in Windows® XP operating system.  
1. Select Start, right-click on My Computer and select Properties.  
2. On the General tab, click on the Support Information button.  
Managing System Power (Windows® XP Operating System)  
In the Windows® XP operating system environment, your notebook manages its power  
resources using the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the notebook is  
powered on using AC or battery (DC) power. ACPI enables the operating system to manage  
the power given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in use.  
Take advantage of the opportunity to manage power on your notebook to:  
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Minimise battery drain.  
Preserve the life of your notebook.  
Save time. When you return from that urgent call or meeting, you don’t have to reboot,  
just press the Power button to resume notebook operation.  
Windows® XP Operating System Power Options Properties  
In Windows® XP operating system, most ACPI power management settings are controlled  
through Windows® Power Options Properties, not through the BIOS Setup utility, unless  
otherwise noted. To access Windows® Power Options Properties, go to Start, Control Panel,  
select Performance and Maintenance, and click on Power Options.  
The Power Options Properties are broken down as follows:  
Power schemes  
Use the Power Schemes tab options to define the appropriate power scheme for your  
notebook, and to set timeouts for standby, monitor, and hard disk.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Power Schemes  
VERSA  
Home/office desk  
Always On  
Defines the most appropriate  
power scheme for your  
notebook.  
Turn off monitor (plugged in)  
1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before  
your LCD panel turns off.  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Turn off monitor (running on  
batteries)  
1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Selects the time delay before  
your LCD panel turns off.  
Turn off hard disks (plugged  
in)  
3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
Selects the time delay before  
your hard disk(s) power down.  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
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Turn off hard disks (running  
on batteries)  
3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Selects the time delay before  
your hard disk(s) power down.  
System Standby (plugged in) 1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
Selects the system standby  
timeout period for your  
notebook when running under  
AC power.  
minutes  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
System Standby (running on  
batteries)  
1/2/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/45  
minutes  
1/2/3/4/5 hours  
Never  
Selects the system standby  
timeout period for your  
notebook when running under  
DC power.  
System Hibernates (plugged  
in)  
25/30/45 minutes  
1/2/3/4/5/6 hours  
Never  
Selects the system hibernation  
timeout period for your  
notebook when running under  
AC power.  
Default settings are shown in red.  
Alarms  
Use the Alarms tab to define the point at which the battery alarm activates. Define the alarm  
to either sound, display a warning message, or invoke Standby, Hibernate or Shutdown.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Low battery alarm  
10%  
0-100%  
Allows you to define a low  
battery alarm percentage,  
notification, and system action.  
Notification  
Display message  
Sound alarm  
Allows you to define whether  
the alarm is visual or aural  
(video or audio).  
Alarm Action  
Standby  
Allows you to define which  
action is taken by the notebook  
when the alarm goes off.  
Hibernate  
Shut down  
No action  
Run a program  
Critical battery alarm  
Notification  
None  
Allows you to define which  
program is launched when the  
alarm goes off.  
3%  
0-100%  
Allows you to define a critical  
battery alarm percentage,  
notification, and system action.  
Display message  
Sound alarm  
Allows you to define whether  
the alarm is visual or aural  
(video or audio).  
Alarm Action  
None  
Allows you to define which  
action is taken by the notebook  
when the alarm goes off.  
Standby  
Hibernate  
Power off  
Run a program  
None  
Allows you to define which  
program is launched when the  
alarm goes off.  
Default settings are shown in red.  
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Power Meter  
The Power Meter tab displays the remaining battery power and charging status for the  
primary and secondary batteries (if applicable). Choose to display either a percentage progress  
bar or a battery icon with percentage indicator for your battery status information.  
Advanced  
The Advanced tab allows you to select the power-saving settings you want to use.  
Parameter  
Options  
Description  
Always show icon on taskbar Checked  
Unchecked  
Determines whether or not the Power  
Meter icon displays on the taskbar.  
Prompt for password when  
notebook resumes from  
standby  
Checked  
Unchecked  
Determines whether or not the notebook  
prompts for your Windows® password  
when resuming from Standby.  
When I close the lid on my  
notebook  
Standby  
Do nothing  
Hibernate  
Defines the system action when the LCD  
panel is closed.  
When I press the Power  
button on my notebook  
Shut down  
Standby  
Defines  
Hibernate  
Do nothing  
Ask me what to do  
Default settings are shown in red.  
Hibernate  
Use the Hibernate tab to enable hibernate support, see the amount of free disk space, and  
the amount of disk space required to hibernate. When your notebook hibernates it performs a  
save-to-disk or save-to-file (STF). Your current working environment is saved to the hard disk.  
Use the Power button to resume from hibernation and your notebook returns to its previous  
state.  
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Windows® XP Operating System Power Management States  
The Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) uses different levels or states of  
power management. These power management states occur automatically, based on the  
notebook’s default settings, or manually, when invoked.  
The Windows® XP operating system ACPI power management states include:  
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Monitor timeout - manages power at the lowest level by shutting down the monitor.  
Standby - also known as Save-to-RAM (STR), Standby manages power by saving your  
current working environment to memory and shutting down most system devices.  
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Hibernation - also known as Save-To-Disk, or Save-To-File (STF), Hibernation manages  
power by saving the current working environment to an area on your hard disk before  
turning off your notebook. When you restart the notebook, any programs and documents  
that were open when you turned the notebook off are restored on the Desktop.  
Recognising the Power Management States  
It is important to recognise your notebook’s behaviour when in each of these power  
management states. The following table describes the notebook behaviour for each power  
management state.  
LCD  
Standby (STR)  
Hibernate (STF)  
Timeout  
Default  
Setting  
5 minutes,  
DC power  
15 minutes,  
AC power  
5 minutes, DC power  
20 minutes, AC power  
2 hours, DC power  
3 hours, AC power  
Manually  
Invoke  
Go to Start, Turn off  
computer, Standby  
Close the LCD panel (1)  
Close LCD panel (1).  
Press or slide the power button (1)  
Right-click on the taskbar, select  
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Press or slide the power button Task Manager, Shut Down, and  
(1).  
Hibernate.  
Go to Start, Turn off computer,  
and hold the Shift key as you  
select Standby.  
Notebook LCD panel is LCD panel is blank.  
Behaviour blank Power LED (AC or battery)  
Power LED blinks green.  
LCD panel is blank.  
Power LED (AC or battery) turns  
off.  
Progress bar indicates that current  
working environment saved to hard  
disk.  
(AC or  
battery)  
lights green  
Resume  
Press any  
key  
Press or slide the power button. Press or slide the power.  
(1) Only when set in Advanced Windows® Power Management Properties.  
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Tips for Using Windows® XP  
This section provides various tips that should help you get the most of your Windows® XP  
operating system.  
Note  
If you are familiar with previous versions of Microsoft® Windows®, we advise you to  
check out the new features specific to Windows® XP operating system. To do so,  
click on Start, click on Help and Support, and pick the What's new in Windows®  
XP topic.  
Booting in Safe Mode  
Safe mode helps you diagnose problems. If a symptom does not reappear when you start in  
safe mode, you can eliminate the default settings and minimum device drivers as possible  
causes. If a newly added device or a changed driver is causing problems, you can use safe  
mode to remove the device or reverse the change.  
In safe mode, you have access to only basic files and drivers (mouse, monitor, keyboard, mass  
storage, base video, default system services, and no network connections).  
There are circumstances where safe mode will not be able to help you, such as when the  
system files that are required to start the notebook are corrupted or damaged. If your  
notebook does not start successfully using the safe mode, you might need to use either the  
Windows® Recovery Console feature (click on Start, Help and Support for more information),  
or to restore your notebook using the Recovery Program (refer to the Quick Reference  
delivered with your notebook).  
Restarting in Safe Mode  
1. Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, and then click on Restart.  
2. When you see the message “Please select the operating system to start”, press F8.  
3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate safe mode option, and then press Enter.  
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Safe Mode - starts using only the basic files and drivers (see above). Use this mode to  
run the system tools, such as the Disk Defragmenter.  
Safe Mode with Networking - starts using only the basic files and drivers (see  
above), and network connections.  
Safe Mode with Command Prompt - starts using only the basic files and drivers (see  
above). After logging on, the command prompt is displayed instead of the graphical  
user interface. You will be asked to choose a user, or to log on as administrator.  
Depending on what you choose, the default directory of the command prompt will be  
different.  
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Enable Boot Logging - the notebook creates a log file (Ntbtlog.txt) that records the  
loading of each service and device. The boot log is useful in determining the exact  
cause of notebook start-up problems.  
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Enable VGA Mode - starts Windows® using the basic VGA driver.  
Last Known Good Configuration - starts your notebook using the registry  
information and drivers that was saved at the last shutdown. Any changes made since  
the last successful start-up will be lost.  
Note  
The Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) and  
Debugging Mode are not relevant for notebooks.  
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Debugging Mode  
Start Windows® Normally - normal Windows® start-up.  
Reboot - reboots the notebook, and starts Windows® XP operating system.  
4. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to  
access using the arrow keys, and then press Enter.  
This section provides various tips that should help you get the most of your Windows® XP  
operating system.  
Note  
If you are familiar with previous versions of Microsoft® Windows®, we advise you to  
check out the new features specific to Windows® XP operating system. To do so,  
click on Start, Help and Support, and pick the What's new in Windows® XP  
topic.  
Changing the AutoPlay Setting  
Your notebook may be automatically configured to allow an optical disc to play automatically  
upon insertion. Windows® XP operating system makes this feature very convenient to use by  
allowing you to match types of optical discs (music, mixed content, blank) with a specific  
program.  
Follow this example to configure your notebook to automatically play a music CD with the  
Windows® Media Player upon insertion in the optical drive:  
1. Click on Start, My Computer, and right-click on the optical disk drive icon.  
2. Select Properties, and click on the AutoPlay tab.  
3. Choose a CD type, in this case Music CD from the drop-down list.  
4. Select an action to perform, in this case Play Audio CD using Windows® Media Player.  
5. Click on Apply, and then on OK.  
The Internet Connection Wizard  
The Internet Connection Wizard (also known as New Connection Wizard) allows you to  
configure your notebook for Internet access.  
To access this wizard, click on Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections,  
pick Setup or change your Internet connection. The Internet Properties window opens. On  
the Connections tab, click the Setup button, and follow the on-screen instructions.  
Once your Internet connection is configured, use an Internet browser, such as Windows®  
Internet Explorer®, to access your favourite Internet sites.  
Changing the Display Resolution  
Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and pick Change the screen  
resolution. The Display Properties window opens; adjust the Screen resolution cursor to the  
resolution of your choice.  
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Establishing Passwords  
To set passwords, you must first set user accounts. Each user can be assigned a different  
password, or no password at all.  
1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and User Accounts.  
2. Pick the Create a new account task.  
3. Type a name for the account, and click Next.  
4. Choose the account type:  
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Computer administrator - this user can create, change and delete accounts, make  
system-wide changes, install software applications and access all files.  
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Limited - this user can only change his personal settings (password, desktop settings),  
view files he created, or files that are shared.  
5. Once the account is created, select it, and when prompted, choose to Create a password.  
6. Follow the on screen instructions, and when finished, click on Create Password.  
You will now be prompted for this password each time you log on to Windows®, both when you  
boot, and when you resume from the Hibernate state.  
To be prompted for this password when you resume from Standby, follow the steps  
below:  
1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and Performance and Maintenance.  
2. Click on the Power Options icon.  
3. On the Advanced tab, put a check mark in front of the “Prompt for password when  
computer resumes from standby” option. (If it is already checked, do not make any  
changes.)  
4. Click on OK, and close the “Performance and Maintenance” window.  
To be prompted for this password when you resume from the screen-saver, follow  
the steps below:  
1. Click on Start, Control Panel, and Appearance and Themes.  
2. Click on the Display icon.  
3. On the Screen Saver tab, put a check mark in front of the “On resume, password protect”  
option.  
4. Click on Apply, then on OK, and close the “Appearance and Themes” window.  
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Customising the Taskbar  
The taskbar is locked by default, to make any changes to its size or content, you first need to  
unlock it.  
1. Right-click on the taskbar.  
2. Remove the check mark in front of the Lock the Taskbar option.  
You may now resize and customise the taskbar according to your wishes.  
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Right-click on the taskbar and select Toolbars; add a check mark in front of the toolbar  
you wish to add to the taskbar area.  
Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties to access the Taskbar appearance and  
Notification area options.  
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In the Taskbar appearance pane, uncheck Group similar taskbar buttons if you do  
not wish to take advantage of the feature that groups sessions of a same program  
(for instance several documents opened in the same word processor) in one single  
entry in the taskbar. Note that all sessions are immediately accessible by clicking  
the arrow on the right of the taskbar entry.  
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In the Taskbar appearance pane, put a check mark in front of Show Quick Launch to  
add shortcuts to your favourite software applications or directories in the taskbar  
area located just to the right of the Start button.  
In the Notification area pane, click on Customise to change the notification area  
behaviour, for instance, if you do not wish to take advantage of the feature that  
hides the seldom used notification icons.  
Note  
If you wish to restore the Speaker icon to the notification area (as in previous  
versions of Windows®), follow the steps below.  
1. Click on Start, Control Panel, Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices.  
2. Pick Change the speaker settings.  
3. On the Volume tab, put a check mark in front of Place volume icon in the taskbar.  
4. Click on Apply, and then on OK to close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window.  
Customising the Desktop  
If you were familiar with previous versions of Windows®, note that you can easily restore to  
the Desktop the familiar My Documents, My Computer, My Network Places icons.  
1. Right-click anywhere on the Desktop and select Properties in the pop-up window.  
2. In the Display Properties window, click on the Desktop tab, and click on the Customise  
Desktop... button.  
3. In the Desktop icons pane, check or uncheck the icons you wish to have on the Desktop.  
Note  
In the Desktop Cleanup pane, you may choose to deactivate the Desktop  
Cleanup Wizard. This wizard automatically removes from the Desktop the icons that  
have not been used in the last 60 days.  
4. Click on OK to close the Desktop Items window, and on OK again to close the Display  
Properties window.  
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Notebook Components  
For details of notebook components, please refer to the System Configuration label.  
System Configuration Label  
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Applications  
Adobe® Reader®  
Adobe® Reader® allows you to view, navigate, and print Portable Document Format (PDF) files  
from your local hard drive, your local network, or the Internet.  
Plug-Ins  
Several plug-ins may have been installed on your notebook to enhance your internet  
experience.  
What is a plug-in ?  
A plug-in is a component that allows you, for example, to read specific file formats, listen to  
sounds or watch movies over the internet by extending your browser capabilities.  
Adobe® Reader® Plug-In  
The Adobe® Reader® plug-in lets you visualise PDF files within your browser. This format is  
used to view, navigate and print files right in your browser. PDF files are extremely compact,  
platform-independent, offer design control and are ready to print.  
Adobe® ShockWave® Plug-In  
Adobe® ShockWave® is one of the industry standards for downloading and experiencing  
interactive multimedia, graphics and audio on the web.  
This plug-in allows you to experience high resolution images and graphics, zooming and  
panning up to 25000 % without losing any of the original picture quality. The plug in also lets  
you experience exciting interactive animations that can include audio from hi-fi to CD quality.  
Adobe® Flash® Plug-In  
Adobe® Flash® is another plug-in that lets you experience vector based animation over the  
web. Flash files are very small, animated graphics and drawings that play on web pages in real  
time, even over a slow connection. Flash also gives you interactive buttons, anti-aliased  
graphics, outline fonts and zooming control for use on web pages.  
DirectX Plug-In  
DirectX is a Windows® technology that enables higher performance in graphics and sound  
when you’re playing games or watching video on your notebook.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology  
Bluetooth® wireless technology eliminates the need for connecting cables between your  
computer and your local area network, facilitating mobility, minimising downtime and  
improving your productivity. Please refer to the following steps to launch the Bluetooth®  
wireless technology software.  
Click Start  
, go to All Programs, select Application Setup and then click Bluetooth.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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Blu-ray  
Blu-ray (BR) discs are an advanced type of optical disc that has a very high storage capacity (a  
dual-layer BR disc can store 50 GB of data), and is typically used to store high definition (HD)  
content such as HD movies.  
The CyberLink PowerDVD software has been preinstalled and can be used to play Blu-ray Disc  
titles (BR-DVD).  
Click the Start button  
, click All Programs, then click PowerDVD  
to launch the  
PowerDVD program. Configure PowerDVD according to regional settings prior to playback of  
BR-DVD.  
PowerDVD might display the message: "A critical component of the player requires periodic  
updates".  
Click "Yes" to connect to the CyberLink website and download the updated version of  
PowerDVD for automatic AACS (Advanced Access Content System) keys renewal.  
This online update is important for successful playback of Blu-ray titles with AACS protection.  
1. To play the BR-DVD based on country region, please check the back of the BR-DVD movie  
cover for corresponding regions code. There are 4 types of region codes: A, B, C and All  
Regions.  
2. Launch the DVD program, then click on the settings-icon on the main screen as shown  
below:  
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3. Change the region settings to the movie region accordingly on the region code tab and click  
on “OK” to apply settings.  
4. You are now ready to play back the BR-DVD movie.  
Note  
The Blu-ray Disc titles can only be playback using the PowerDVD program. The  
region setting allows you to set to a maximum of 5 changes. All regions BR-DVDs do  
not require any region setting change.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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CyberLink MakeDisc 3  
Easy DVD Burning for the Digital Home  
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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.  
Backup data files onto CDs and DVDs.  
Create music CDs from MP3 or WMA files.  
Create DVDs from your Favourite Videos and Photos  
MakeDisc enhances Windows® Media Center with these features:  
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Authoring and burning videos to CDs, DVDs as well as Blu-Ray discs.  
Authoring and burning photo slideshows to CDs, DVDs as well as Blu-Ray discs.  
Adding a disc menu from a range of built-in templates.  
Burning music to Audio CD, or as an MP3/WMA disc.  
Burning data to CDs and DVDs.  
Import All Kinds of File Formats – Including Record TV  
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Auto detection of TV aspect ratios ensures that recorded TV programs are output and  
authored in the same menu size as the captured content. MakeDisc intelligently detects the  
aspect ratio of the majority of the captured digital TV content, not just the first frame like  
other software.  
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MakeDisc is compatible with the most popular data, video, photo and music formats which  
makes for easy creation of data CDs and DVDs, music CDs, video DVDs, mixed  
photo/video CDs and DVDs.  
Create Stylish DVD Menus  
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Choose from thematic menu styles for your photo slideshow and video DVDs.  
Add background music by choosing MP3, WAV and WMA formats from your hard drive.  
Burn to CDs, DVDs and Blu-Ray Discs  
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MakeDisc supports a broad range of disc types and burners, including CD-R/+R, CD-  
RW/+RW, DVD-R/+R, DVD-RW/+RW, double layer discs/drives and Blu-Ray discs.  
Automatically fit your video/slideshow onto your available DVD space with Smart Fit.  
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The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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Easy Media Creator 9  
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Burn music CDs & DVDs, back up fast, and copy with ease  
Take your media with you - easily transfer files to iPod, PSP or other device  
Music, memories, movies and more - any way you want them!  
Get the most out of your digital videos, music and photos. Easy Media Creator 9 lets you  
create, manage and enjoy them the way you want them - where you want them.  
Music  
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Copy music CDs or create your own music mix from several CDs.  
Automatically burn hundreds of songs across multiple CDs.  
Easily rip audio CDs into MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, FLAC and more.  
Create Jukebox CDs (MP3, WMA, WAV CDs).  
Make custom Audio CDs for your car or home CD player.  
Data  
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Create mastered data discs.  
Make exact copies of data discs.  
Erase re-writable discs.  
Create bootable discs to recover your notebook in case of a crash.  
Back Up  
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Easy Archive back up to CDs, DVDs, external or network drives.  
Make exact copies of discs.  
Create and burn images of CDs and DVDs.  
Launch Backup (requires Simple Backup or Backup MyPC).  
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More Features  
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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.  
Advanced Options  
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Normalisation and Noise reduction for audio CDs.  
Ability to control burn speeds.  
Control write format including ISO and UDF.  
Record types – Disc-at-once, Track-at-once, open or closed.  
Premastering cache, file date and time.  
Switch between mini mode and full mode interface.  
Primary volume descriptor fields (publisher ID, data preparer, application ID).  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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Intel® Turbo Memory  
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The Intel Turbo Memory technology supports both Windows ReadyBoost and Windows  
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Please take note that these features need to be enabled to function.  
Please refer to the following steps:  
1. Click Start  
, go to All Programs.  
2. Click on Intel® Turbo Memory, then Intel® Turbo Memory Console.  
If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or  
click Continue.  
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3. Note the Intel Turbo Memory Console window has both Windows ReadyBoost and  
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Windows ReadyDrive enabled. If not, please check the enable box accordingly. You will  
be prompted to restart the notebook.  
4. After your notebook restarts, Intel® Turbo Memory will be functional.  
You will enhance your notebook performance and ensure certain applications to perform  
properly such as MDVDCreator by enabling Intel® Turbo Memory.  
After performing notebook recovery (using F8 or MDVD), you might notice an additional  
drive labelled as “NVCACHE”. Please use the Intel® Turbo Memory Console to disable  
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Windows ReadyBoost . After reboot, please enable back Windows ReadyBoost . This  
will refresh the Intel® Turbo Memory.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
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McAfee® Personal Firewall  
Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacks  
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Blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic  
Reduces uncertainty about your notebook's activities  
Safeguards your most valuable and irreplaceable information  
Integrates seamlessly with McAfee® VirusScan® virus detection & removal  
Updates automatically to protect against new threats  
The Internet has revolutionised the way we communicate, shop, and bank, making it easier for  
users to reach out to any website or individual computer, at any time. But this freedom also  
comes at a price. Each unprotected connection, whether to or from the Internet, leaves your  
notebook vulnerable to “hacker” attacks  
Proven security that helps prevent hacker attacks, McAfee Personal Firewall safeguards your  
financial documents, personal information, photos, and online communications, by preventing  
unwanted Internet connections to or from your notebook. Whether you are on a home  
network, broadband or dial-up connection, or simply enjoying a hotspot, McAfee Personal  
Firewall helps ensure your personal files and information are not compromised.  
Product Benefits  
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New! Advanced controls for granting an application Internet access, for a specified  
session only.  
New! Gaming mode auto-detects whenever you're in “Full-Screen” mode, suppressing  
pop-up messages and enhancing your on-line experience.  
Exclusive! Hackerwatch.org integration links to an anti-hacking database and  
Worldwide Hacker Activity Map, offering tips on responding to specific attacks, self-testing  
tools and channels to email online authorities of hacker events.  
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Intelligent application handling automatically denies outbound Internet access to  
malicious applications that might secretly transmit personal data to hackers, while allowing  
trusted programs to connect without unnecessary alerts or false alarms.  
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Industry standard inbound and outbound blocking provides complete firewall  
protection.  
Pre-set security levels, ranging from "Open" to "Lockdown", allow you to quickly  
configure security settings for your specific Internet experience.  
Auto-updates run silently in the background, ensuring you're always protected from  
evolving and emerging security threats.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
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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  
notebook's security vulnerability. Each tool quickly evaluates your exposure to security and  
Internet-based threats, and then provides recommendations to quickly and securely protect  
your notebook.  
Key Features  
Redesigned protection status - Easily review your notebook's security status, check for  
updates, and fix potential security issues.  
Continual updates and upgrades - Automatically install daily updates. When a new version  
of McAfee software is available, you get it automatically at no charge during your subscription,  
ensuring that you always have up-to-date protection.  
Real-time alerting - Security alerts notify you of emergency virus outbreaks and security  
threats, and provide response options to remove, neutralise, or learn more about the threat.  
Convenient protection - A variety of renewal options help keep your McAfee protection  
current.  
Performance Tools - Remove unused files, defragment used files, and use system restore to  
keep your notebook running at peak performance.  
Real online help - Get support from McAfee's computer security experts, by Internet chat, e-  
mail and telephone.  
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.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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McAfee® VirusScan®  
Proven security that protects against viruses and spyware  
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Protects irreplaceable files, such as family photos and personal financial documents  
Identifies spyware and adware before they can run on your notebook  
Cleans viruses and virus-like threats automatically  
Prevents the spread of viruses to other computers  
Updates automatically to protect against new threats  
From family photos to tax returns, many of the things you value and need most can be found  
on your notebook. To protect the security of your valuable documents, VirusScan automatically  
scans and cleans files, e-mail messages, and downloads, as well as e-mail and instant  
message attachments.  
Proven security that protects against viruses and spyware, McAfee VirusScan detects,  
blocks, and removes viruses and spyware, that may result in the loss of your irreplaceable  
documents, such as digital photos, family movies, and financial spreadsheets, identity theft  
and slower notebook performance.  
Product Benefits  
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New! Automatic spyware and adware detection identifies, blocks, and removes  
identified potentially unwanted programs, such as spyware and adware, or other programs  
that jeopardise your privacy, identity or simply reduce notebook performance.  
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New! Automated, daily signature updates help keep your notebook protected from  
recently discovered virus and spyware threats.  
Inline cleaning automatically cleans infections when virus, worm, Trojan, ActiveX control  
and Java applet threats are detected from.  
Comprehensive, fast and unobtrusive scans identify and remove viruses, Trojans,  
worms, unwanted programs, such as spyware and adware, dialers and other malicious  
virus-like applications without interrupting your work.  
WormStopperTM monitors suspicious mass-mailing behaviors and prevents the spread of  
viruses to friends, family, and co-workers.  
Script-StopperTM technology prevents new, script-based threats like the "I Love You"  
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Virus security alerts notify users of potential threats and provides information to avoid  
infection.  
24/7, worldwide virus outbreak monitoring by McAfee's Antivirus Emergency  
Response Team (AVERTTM), who continually monitor worldwide virus activities and then  
provide immediate anti-virus protection and removal solutions to VirusScan users.  
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Always-on protection from viruses, spyware and other Internet threats that may enter  
your notebook via e-mail, instant message attachments, Internet downloads, and web  
browsing.  
Auto-updates run silently in the background, ensuring you're always protected from  
evolving and emerging security threats.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
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Norton Internet SecurityTM 2007  
Norton Internet Security is always running in the background to detect and block spyware,  
viruses, worms, crimeware, and other risks. And no matter where you connect online, your  
security settings are optimised to give you maximum protection.  
Key Features  
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Automatically detects and blocks viruses, spyware, and worms.  
Advanced phishing protection identifies and blocks fraudulent websites.  
Rootkit Protection finds and removes hidden threats in the operating system.  
Smart firewall blocks hackers and stops spyware transmitting unauthorised information.  
Intrusion Prevention automatically shields newly discovered security vulnerabilities.  
Network protection configures security settings when logged on at home, or on public  
networks.  
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Full System Scan performs a deep scan to remove existing viruses, spyware and other  
threats.  
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Norton Protection Center provides a central place to easily check overall security settings.  
Includes protection updates and new product features as available throughout the  
renewable service period. **  
** With this service you receive the right to use this product on one computer or on  
the specified number of computers during the service period, which begins upon  
initial installation. This renewable service includes protection updates and new  
product features as available throughout the service period, subject to acceptance of  
the Symantec License Agreement included with this product and available for review  
at www.symantec.com. Product features may be added, modified or removed during  
the service period.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
models only).  
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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.  
For further information, please refer to its on-screen help.  
The software varies according to the model and is subject to change without notice (for specific  
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