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NEC PowerMate eco Getting Started Guide   1

NEC PowerMate eco

Getting Started Guide

Contents

System Setup ....................................................................................................................... 3
System Features ................................................................................................................... 4
Release Notes....................................................................................................................... 7

Playing DVD Movies in Windows 2000 ........................................................................ 7
Installing the USB Driver in Windows XP ..................................................................... 7

Support Services .................................................................................................................. 8
Memory Upgrade................................................................................................................. 8

Installing a Memory Module.......................................................................................... 8
Removing a Memory Module ...................................................................................... 12

How to Set Up a Healthy Work Environment ..................................................................... 13

Making Your Computer Work for You ........................................................................ 13
Arrange Your Equipment ............................................................................................ 14
Adjust Your Chair ....................................................................................................... 14
Adjust Your Input Devices .......................................................................................... 15
Adjust Your Monitor ................................................................................................... 17
Vary Your Workday.................................................................................................... 18
Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors ........................................................ 19
Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up?................................................... 19

Checking Your Chair ............................................................................................. 19
Checking Your Keyboard....................................................................................... 19
Checking Your Mouse ........................................................................................... 19
Checking Your Monitor ......................................................................................... 19
Checking You........................................................................................................ 19

NEC PowerMate Desktop Computer 3-Year Limited Warranty........................................... 21
End User Software License Agreement............................................................................... 23
Regulatory Statements........................................................................................................ 25

Summary of Contents for PowerMate eco

Page 1: ...Up a Healthy Work Environment 13 Making Your Computer Work for You 13 Arrange Your Equipment 14 Adjust Your Chair 14 Adjust Your Input Devices 15 Adjust Your Monitor 17 Vary Your Workday 18 Pre existi...

Page 2: ...fic product configurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not warranted by NECSAM To allow for design and specification improvements the information in this document is sub...

Page 3: ...ll outlet Do not cover or place objects on the AC adapter Keeping the adapter clear of objects lets the adapter cool properly during use Only use the AC adapter that comes with your NEC PowerMate eco...

Page 4: ...et Up a Healthy Work Environment in this document System Features See the following figures to identify PowerMate eco system features PowerMate eco system front features A LCD Panel D Optical Drive B...

Page 5: ...ergency Eject Hole B Disc Eject Button PowerMate eco system back features A Optical Drive Release Button F DC Power Port B Kensington Lock Slot G Rear Cover Lock C LAN Port H I O Connector Cover D USB...

Page 6: ...6 NEC PowerMate eco Getting Started Guide I O connectors A Serial Port C PS 2 Mouse Port B PS 2 Keyboard Port D Printer Port Right side features A Line Out Jack C Microphone Jack B Line In Jack...

Page 7: ...3 Click Advanced 4 Select the Miscellaneous tab 5 In the Dynamic Range Compression section select Noisy Environment to increase the volume The default setting is Normal Environment Installing the USB...

Page 8: ...e rear of the LCD unit See the following procedures to install and if necessary remove a memory module Installing a Memory Module Follow these steps to upgrade the system memory 1 Save your work and e...

Page 9: ...ard shield and memory slot cover During system operation the system board shield and memory slot cover become hot To prevent injury by electric shock make sure the AC power adapter is unplugged from i...

Page 10: ...npainted metal surface Locate the alignment notch on the memory module see the following figure Align the notch with the key in the slot connector Holding the memory module at a 45 degree angle insert...

Page 11: ...Screw 7 Replace the rear cover as follows Press the cover lock in for the cover replacement Insert the top cover tabs into the top cover slots on the LCD unit see the following figure Press the side a...

Page 12: ...apter Removing a Memory Module If you are replacing a memory module remove the installed memory module as follows Before handling any internal components discharge static electricity from yourself by...

Page 13: ...loskeletal disorders that may be associated with certain forms of repetitive activities include carpal tunnel syndrome tendinitis tenosynovitis de Quervain s tenosynovitis and trigger finger as well a...

Page 14: ...ur workstation setup to the proper height as described in this by lowering the table or stand that holds your computer equipment or raising the seat height of your chair To create more desk space you...

Page 15: ...f adjustable the armrests or forearm supports should initially be lowered while all the other adjustments discussed in this document are made Once all these adjustments are completed raise the armrest...

Page 16: ...our wrists between typing Avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges Type with your wrists straight Instead of twisting your wrists sideways to press hard to reach keys move your whole arm Keep from ben...

Page 17: ...at least 20 feet away Blink often Position the monitor at a 90 angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect...

Page 18: ...position for an extended period of time Relax muscles and joints that were active Use a timer or reminder software to remind you to take breaks To enhance blood circulation alter your sitting posture...

Page 19: ...klist to see if you are setting up your work environment to fit your physical needs Checking Your Chair Do you sit in an upright position with the backrest supporting your lower back When sitting are...

Page 20: ...ation setup see the American National Standard for Human Factors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations ANSI HFS Standard No 100 1988 The Human Factors Society Inc P O Box 1369 Santa Moni...

Page 21: ...in accordance with the NECSAM hardware product instructions b Repair or attempted repair by someone other than NECSAM or an NECSAM authorized service provider 4 Carrying cases pens external cabinets...

Page 22: ...N TO THE PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD NECSAM S SOLE LIABILITY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE HARDWARE PRODUCT IS LIMITED...

Page 23: ...able national laws All rights are reserved Therefore you must treat the SOFTWARE like any other copyrighted material e g a book or musical recording except that if the SOFTWARE is not copy protected y...

Page 24: ...O THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW NECSAM AND ITS LICENSORS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND...

Page 25: ...e separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the one to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV...

Page 26: ...cycling and disposal of the batteries LCD Panel Disposal The LCD lamp in your computer s LCD panel contains mercury Do not place a used LCD panel in your regular trash The panel must be collected recy...

Page 27: ...ess Park Way Sacramento CA 95828 declare that the product NEC PowerMate eco is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions 1 this d...

Page 28: ...28 NEC PowerMate eco Getting Started Guide 819 200903 000 06 2002...

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