2-4 System Configuration and Setup
Low Battery Power
When battery power gets low, connect your system to the AC adapter. If an AC adapter is not
available, change the battery using the battery replacement procedure. See the section,
“Replacing the Battery.”
Returning the Battery to its Normal State
To return the battery to its normal state, try the following:
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remove and then reinstall the battery
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reinstall the battery in your NEC Versa and fully recharge the battery (to 100%).
Extending Battery Life
The NEC Versa VX NiMH or Li-Ion battery life is effected by the following conditions:
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When it is new and fully charged.
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When no peripherals are connected to your NEC Versa VX.
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When you have no options installed.
Enabling power management features increases battery life.
While on the road, it is important to be aware of the simple things you can do to extend the life
of the system’s main battery. Turning down the screen brightness (
Fn + F9
)
extends battery life.
Battery Handling
Keep the following in mind when removing or replacing a battery.
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Use only the battery designed for your system in the NEC Versa. Mixing other
manufacturers’ batteries, or using a combination of very old and new batteries can
deteriorate battery and equipment performance.
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Turn off power to the system after use. Keeping system power on can degrade battery
performance and shorten battery life.
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Clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth when they get dirty.
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Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Replacing the Battery
The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Replace batteries that
display these symptoms.
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Shorter work times.
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Discoloration, warping.
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Hot to the touch.
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Strange odor.
Summary of Contents for VERSA VX
Page 1: ...NEC Versa Notebook Computer NEC VERSA VX S E R V I C E A N D R E F E R E N C E M A N U A L...
Page 43: ...3 Disassembly and Reassembly Required Tools and Equipment Disassembly Reassembly...
Page 67: ...4 System Board Layout Audio Board DC DC Board I O Board Main Board...
Page 70: ...5 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Illustrated Parts Breakdown Parts List...
Page 71: ...5 2 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Illustrated Parts Breakdown...
Page 77: ...7 Troubleshooting Quick Troubleshooting Helpful Questions...
Page 87: ...9 Specifications System Components Connector Locations Memory Map Interrupt Controllers...