NEC POWERMATE P User manual

POWERMATE P
Electronic User’s Guide

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Table of Contents
Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time 6
Setting Up Your Operating System 20
Getting to Know Your Computer 23
Communicating With Your Computer 40
Applications 42
Introducing BIOS Setup for Windows Vista®70
Recovery Information for Windows Vista®only 72
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 77
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment 85
Safety Notices 91
Glossary 101
License Agreement 102
Copyright 104
Trademarks 105
Official Name of the Software Used 106

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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.
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 computer hardware or software.
WARNING
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or even
loss of life.
* *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 system you have just purchased, hence they are not included for
you in the system.
Electronic User’s Guide
To help you familiarise yourself with your new system, we have preinstalled an “Electronic
User’s Guide” for you inside the system (for specific models only, and only applicable to the
Windows®operating system). This guide will contain more information on your system 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 system 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 computer from extremely low or high
temperatures. Let the computer warm (or cool) to room
temperature before using it.
Keep the computer away from magnetised areas (some airline
tray tables are magnetic; do not set your computer on top of
them). Doing so may damage the data on your hard drive.
Keep the computer dry.
Do not wipe the computer with a wet cloth or pour fluid onto
it.
Protect the computer from strong physical contact, such as
being bumped or dropped.
Check the computer for condensation.
If condensation is present, allow it to evaporate before
switching on the computer.
Keep the computer away from dust, sand and dirt.
CAUTION
Immediately turn off and unplug the computer under the following conditions:
• The power cord has been damaged or frayed.
• Liquid has spilled on or into the computer.
• The computer has been dropped or its casing has been damaged.

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Storage Requirements
Store the computer and AC adaptor in an environment that meets the following
conditions:
Should the temperature of the computer suddenly rise or fall (for example, when you move
the computer from a cold place to a warm place), vapour may condense inside the computer.
Turning on the computer under such conditions can damage the internal computer
components.
Before turning on the computer, wait until the computer's internal temperature stabilises with
the new environment and any internal moisture has evaporated.
•Operate and store your computer within the recommended temperatures and humidity
levels (refer to the section on “Product Storage Environment Guidelines” for more
information).
•Keep the storage area free from vibration and magnetic fields.
•Keep the computer and its components away from organic solvents or corrosive gases.
•Avoid leaving the computer and its components under direct sunlight or near heat
sources.

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Starting Up Your Computer for the First Time
Packing List
Before you begin using your computer, please remove all the items inside the packaging box
and make sure that you have all the items in the packing list, illustrated below.
1. System Unit
P4000 Series P6000 Series
2. Wired Keyboard & Wired Mouse*
3. Wireless Keyboard & Wireless Mouse*
4. Power Cable & AC Adaptor 5. Gadget Pocket (only available for
P4000 series)
6. Cable Cover (only available for
P4000 series)
7. Hinge Stopper (only available for
P6000 series)
Note
The illustrations, colours and pictures shown are for descriptive purposes. They
may vary slightly from country to country and the unit you purchase.

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Note
For information on the specification of your computer, please refer to the System
Configuration Label on the packaging box that comes with your system.
Setting Up and Booting Your Computer
The first thing you need to do is to set your computer up correctly, making sure that all the
essential devices and cables are properly connected.
Note
The P4000 series and P6000 series have different setups. For Step 1, please follow
the steps relevant to your system unit before proceeding to Step 2.
Step 1a (for P4000 series only)
The P4000 series system unit is shipped with a complete setup, with its stand already open
and a pre-installed hinge stopper. Place the system unit in its proper position.
CAUTION
Do not force the stand to close or it may
break due to its hinge stopper. If you want to
remove it, refer to the section on “Removing
the Hinge Stopper and Back Cover”.
P4000 series
Step 1b (for P4000 series only)
Installing the Gadget Pocket (only available for P4000 series)
a. The gadget pocket has two slots on its back to allow for attachment on the back of the
system unit.
Front view Back View

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b. The system unit has two fastening clips on its back, one on each side.
Close-up side view of fastening clips
c. Align the slots on the back of the gadget pocket with the fastening clips on the back of the
system unit.
Left slot to left fastening clip Right slot to right fastening clip
d. Push down lightly until the slots are securely fastened onto the fastening clips.
e. The gadget pocket is now ready to use.

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f. It can be used to store devices, peripherals and gadgets neatly.
Storing a mouse
g. To store a keyboard, remove the two plates from inside the gadget pocket first. These
plates can slide in and out along grooves inside the gadget pocket.
Removing the metal plates
Storing a keyboard
Note
Keep the plates in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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Step 1 (for P6000 series only)
a. Position the system unit carefully so that the screen is facing down.
Note
Use a smooth, flat surface, and cover it with a non-abrasive material such as a soft
cloth to prevent damage to your screen.
CAUTION
The hinge stopper must be installed. Without it, the system unit will fall and may get
damaged.
b. Carefully open the stand. The stand is attached with a spring, so use your hand to hold it
open.
c. Attach the hinge stopper by first inserting the top clips into their corresponding slots.
Secondly, insert the bottom clip into its corresponding slot.
d. Slowly release the stand. Place the system unit in its proper position.

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Step 2
Note
If you are using a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, ignore Step 2 and proceed
to Step 3.
Connect the USB connectors of the keyboard and mouse into any USB ports on the system
unit. In this example we will be using the USB ports located on the back of the system unit.
P4000 series
P6000 series

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Step 3
CAUTION
Before you connect or disconnect the power cord at the AC Port of your computer,
please ensure that the power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet.
Only use the power cable that comes with your computer. Although other power
cables may look similar, using them may damage your computer.
P4000 series
(i) Now, connect the power cable to the system unit.
(ii) Hold the cable cover over the cable head.
(iii) Push the cover down lightly until it is securely fastened over the cable head.
P6000 series
(i) Now, connect the power cable to the system unit.
(ii) There is a fastening hook located on the P6000 series back panel. This is for slotting in the
power cable so that it does not get tangled.

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Step 4
P4000 series
(i) Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug.
(ii) Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet.
P6000 series
(i) Connect the adaptor to the power cable and plug.
(ii) Now, connect its plug to an AC power outlet.
CAUTION
Do not cover or place objects on the AC adaptor. Keeping the adaptor clear of
objects will allow the adaptor to cool properly during use. Only use the AC adaptor
that comes with your computer. Although other adaptors look similar, using them
can damage your computer.
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.

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Step 5
Switch on the AC power outlet. Then, press the “Power” button on the system unit to boot or
start up your computer for the first time. The power button is located on the top of the
system.
P4000 series
P6000 series
And that’s all! You’ve successfully booted your computer for the first time.
Note
If you are using a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, proceed to “Using a Wireless
Keyboard and Wireless Mouse”. Then, proceed to the section on “Setting up Your
Operating System”.
Now, proceed to the section on “Setting up Your Operating System” to learn how to set up
your computer’s operating system.
WARNING
Do not place this computer on your lap and/or allow it to be in contact with any
part of your body while operating.

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Using a Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse
Once you have switched on the power to your computer, follow these steps to install your
wireless keyboard and wireless mouse.
Step 1
a. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the wireless keyboard by
sliding off the cover. Take care not to break the cover.
b. Insert batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity signs inside the
battery compartment.
c. Place the battery compartment cover on the back of the wireless keyboard by sliding
back the cover.
d. Turn off the power switch of the wireless mouse on the bottom back of the wireless
mouse.
e. Remove the battery compartment cover. Take care not to break the cover.

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f. Insert batteries into the battery compartment according to the polarity signs inside the
battery compartment.
g. Place the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the wireless mouse.
h. Turn on the power switch of the wireless mouse on the bottom back of the wireless
mouse.
Step 2
Synchronise the keyboard with your system unit
You will now perform the ID-pairing procedure. This is a recognition function that helps to
protect against interference from other RF products in the same environment.
a. Press and hold the connect button on the back of the system unit for about 6 seconds until
its receiver LED flashes.
P4000 series
P6000 series

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b. Press and hold the connect button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard for at least
6 seconds until the wireless keyboard LED (on the upper right side of the wireless
keyboard) flashes once. Wait for 1 minute until the connection is established.
Synchronise the mouse with your system unit
c. Press and hold the connect button on the bottom of the wireless mouse for about 6
seconds until its LED is off, then release.
That’s all! You should be able to properly use your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse
now. Changing batteries should not affect the ID-pairing, and you can operate your
wireless keyboard and wireless mouse from up to 10 metres away from the receiver.
Should either the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse fail to work, repeat the steps above
to repair the ID-pairing.

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Removing the Hinge Stopper and Back Cover (only available for P4000
series)
The P4000 series system unit may be mounted on a wall using a VESA (Video Electronics
Standards Association) Standard mount. To mount the system unit, you must first remove the
rear stand and back cover.
Note
VESA Standard wall mounting parts can be purchased from a computer accessories
shop. Specific mounting instructions will be provided with the purchased parts. Check
with the supplier you have purchased it from to make sure you obtain the specific
instructions.
a. Position the system unit carefully so that the screen is facing down.
Note
Use a smooth, flat surface, and cover it with a non-abrasive material such as a soft
cloth to prevent damage to your screen.
b. Remove the hinge stopper carefully to avoid breaking any
parts. C. Close the rear stand
d. Remove the screws with a compatible screwdriver.
Note
Keep the screws in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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e. Remove the back cover carefully. Your system unit is now ready to install the VESA
Standard wall mounting parts.
back
cover
has
been
removed
CAUTION
When mounting the system unit, please be extra careful not to drop or damage any
parts. Handle all the steps carefully and do not expose yourself to unnecessary risk.
Note
Keep the parts in a safe place so that you can use them again when you need them.

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Setting up Your Operating System
Windows Vista®Operating System Setup
For Windows Vista®Operating system setup
When you switch on the computer, the message “©Microsoft Corporation” will be displayed.
Please wait a while for the First page of set up Windows®screen to be displayed.
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: Computer name and desktop background selection screen.
Enter a computer 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: Computer’s current location screen.
This page only appears if your computer 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.