User manual NEC VERSA V

[. . . ] PROPRIETARY NOTICE AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMER The information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is the valuable property of NEC Corporation (NEC) and/or its licensors. NEC and/or its licensors, as appropriate, reserve all patent, copyright and other proprietary rights to this document, including all design, manufacturing, reproduction, use, and sales rights thereto, except to the extent said rights are expressly granted to others. The NEC product(s) discussed in this document are warranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product. However, actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration, customer data, and operator control. [. . . ] The docked settings are used when the Versa V is connected to a Docking Station. The sample screens in this chapter show both kinds of setting configurations. With Auto Setup you can modify the active configuration. This chapter describes Auto Setup and the system parameters you can set with it. AUTO SETUP You can access the Auto Setup program at power-on (you don't need a diskette). Auto Setup detects current system parameters automatically during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Use Auto Setup s to set the time and date. s to check a hardware discrepancy when POST displays an error message and prompts you to run Auto Setup. s to identify which parameter(s) changed. Auto Setup indicates specific hardware changes with blinking double carets (>>). Using Auto Setup 5-1 s to confirm that any optional memory you added is installed correctly. s to customize your system. How to Enter Auto Setup When it is enabled, (it comes that way from the factory), you can access Auto Setup at power-on, when the cursor changes to a block character (). The following sections describe how to enter Auto Setup no matter what the message at POST. With an Error at POST If an Invalid Configuration message prompts you to "Press F1 to run Auto Setup" during POST, simply press F1 at the prompt. After you press F1, the system displays a message that it is collecting Auto Setup data. Then it displays an error message regarding changes found in the current parameter settings. After you press Enter, Auto Setup displays windows that indicate the detected hardware changes. For information about using Auto Setup, see "How to Use Auto Setup. " With No Error at POST To enter Auto Setup when no error message is displayed during POST, press F1 after POST displays the memory test and while the cursor is a large block. After you press F1, the system displays a message indicating that it is collecting Auto Setup data. After the message, the Auto Setup Summary screen appears. The summary screen displays the current hardware parameters of your computer. 5-2 Using Auto Setup See "How to Use Auto Setup" for information about using Auto Setup. Auto Setup Summary Exit Comms Drives Keyboard Power System 4. 00 MB 3. 00 MB 3. 00 MB High 1. 44 MB - 3. 5 Not Installed BIOS Defined Type 18* Not Installed Time/Date about System RAM: Current Extended RAM: Previous Extended RAM: Power Management: Diskette Drive A: Diskette Drive B: Hard Disk Drive1: Hard Disk Drive 2: Auto Setup Summary screen How to Use Auto Setup The following sections describe the menu areas, keys, and procedures you use in Auto Setup for checking and changing system parameters. Looking at the Screen Auto Setup screens have three main areas of information: s Menu bar -- top line of the screen. This line contains user-selectable menu options. *220 MB hard drive is type 18. 340 MB hard drive is type 20. Using Auto Setup 5-3 s Parameter list -- middle of the screen. This list provides current parameter information. Selecting a parameter from the list (using the menu bar) opens a pop-up window. That window may display another window with a list of selectable parameter settings. s Key status line -- bottom line of the screen. This line displays the keys that you can use to move the cursor or to select a particular function, such as saving parameters and exiting the menu. Using Key Functions The following table provides a quick reference to key functions that you can use in Auto Setup. Auto Setup Quick Reference KEY Tab WHAT IT DOES Moves the cursor to another field in the menu. For example, pressing Tab moves the cursor up or down a list of current parameters. Selects the menu bar option or parameter with the highlighted letter. [. . . ] The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. [. . . ]