Contents iii
Contents
Using this Guide
Text Setup.......................................................................................... ix
Related Documents ............................................................................. x
1 Getting Started
Getting to Know Your NEC Versa System .......................................... 1-2
Around the System — Front................................................................ 1-3
LCD.............................................................................................. 1-3
Controls......................................................................................... 1-4
Status Icons .............................................................................. 1-5
Keyboard....................................................................................... 1-6
NEC VersaGlide............................................................................ 1-6
Diskette Drive, CD-ROM Reader and the NEC VersaBay II™....... 1-7
IR Port and Microphone................................................................. 1-8
Around the System — Back ................................................................ 1-10
Around the System — Left Side.......................................................... 1-11
Around the System — Right Side........................................................ 1-12
Around the System — Bottom............................................................. 1-14
Power Sources for Your NEC Versa ................................................... 1-15
Using the AC Adapter.................................................................... 1-15
Powering On............................................................................. 1-17
Using the Main Battery Pack.......................................................... 1-17
Determining Battery Status ....................................................... 1-18
When to Replace the Battery ..................................................... 1-19
Battery Handling....................................................................... 1-19
Replacing the Battery Pack ....................................................... 1-20
Battery Precautions................................................................... 1-23
Recharging Battery Precautions ................................................ 1-24
Optional Second Battery ................................................................ 1-24
Extending Battery Life................................................................... 1-25
Using the DC Car Adapter ............................................................. 1-25
Internal Batteries ................................................................................ 1-26
CMOS Battery .............................................................................. 1-26
Bridge Battery ............................................................................... 1-26
System Care ....................................................................................... 1-26