NEC VERSA TXI User manual

First Printing — April 2001
Copyright 2001
NEC Computers Inc.
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Contents
Using This Guide
Text Setup ............................................................................................................................. x
Related Documents ...............................................................................................................x
1 Introducing Your NEC Versa
Before You Begin .............................................................................................................. 1-2
About Your NEC Versa TXi Notebook ............................................................................. 1-3
Around the Front of the System ......................................................................................... 1-4
LCD Panel................................................................................................................... 1-4
Base Unit..................................................................................................................... 1-5
Power Button ....................................................................................................... 1-8
Keyboard Panel........................................................................................................... 1-8
Front Features ........................................................................................................... 1-10
Around the Back of the System........................................................................................ 1-12
Around the Left Side of the System ................................................................................. 1-13
Around the Right Side of the System............................................................................... 1-14
Around the Bottom of the System.................................................................................... 1-15
2 Getting Started
NEC VersaGlide Touchpad................................................................................................ 2-2
Making VersaGlide Adjustments................................................................................ 2-3
VersaGlide Tips .......................................................................................................... 2-3
Power Sources for Your NEC Versa.................................................................................. 2-3
AC Adapter ........................................................................................................................ 2-4
Connecting the AC Adapter........................................................................................ 2-4
Powering On Your System ......................................................................................... 2-5
System Batteries................................................................................................................. 2-6
Primary Battery........................................................................................................... 2-6
Secondary Battery....................................................................................................... 2-6
CMOS Battery ............................................................................................................ 2-6
Using the Primary Battery.................................................................................................. 2-7
Determining Battery Status......................................................................................... 2-7
Low Battery Status...................................................................................................... 2-8
Returning the Battery to its Normal State ................................................................... 2-8
Extending Battery Life................................................................................................ 2-8
Battery Handling......................................................................................................... 2-9
Replacing the Battery.................................................................................................. 2-9
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................. 2-11
Battery Precautions ................................................................................................... 2-12
Precautions for Recharging the Battery .................................................................... 2-12
Using a Secondary Battery............................................................................................... 2-13
Secondary Battery Precautions ................................................................................. 2-13
Replacing the Secondary Battery.............................................................................. 2-13

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System Care......................................................................................................................2-14
Precautions for System Use.......................................................................................2-14
Storage Requirements ...............................................................................................2-15
Routine Cleaning.......................................................................................................2-15
3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility
Introducing BIOS Setup .....................................................................................................3-2
Entering BIOS Setup..........................................................................................................3-2
BIOS Setup Main Menu..............................................................................................3-3
How to Use Setup........................................................................................................3-3
Main Menu..................................................................................................................3-5
Advanced Menu ..........................................................................................................3-9
Security Menu ...........................................................................................................3-11
Boot Menu.................................................................................................................3-13
Exit Menu..................................................................................................................3-14
Managing System Power..................................................................................................3-15
Windows 2000 Power Options Properties.................................................................3-15
Windows 2000 Power Schemes .........................................................................3-16
Windows 2000 Alarms.......................................................................................3-17
Windows 2000 Power Meter..............................................................................3-17
Windows 2000 Advanced ..................................................................................3-18
Windows 2000 Hibernate...................................................................................3-18
Windows 2000 and Intel SpeedStep Technology...............................................3-19
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Power Management Properties ................................3-19
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Power Schemes.................................................3-20
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Alarms ..............................................................3-21
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Power Meter .....................................................3-21
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Advanced..........................................................3-22
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me Hibernate ..........................................................3-22
Windows 98 SE/Windows Me and Intel SpeedStep Technology ......................3-23
Windows Power Management States ........................................................................3-23
Recognizing the Windows Power Management States .............................................3-24
Updating the BIOS ...........................................................................................................3-25
Obtaining the BIOS Update ......................................................................................3-25
Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette.........................................................................3-25
Identifying the Switch Settings .................................................................................3-26
Enabling the BIOS Flash Switch...............................................................................3-27
Performing the BIOS Update ....................................................................................3-29
4 Using the Operating System and Utilities
Microsoft Windows Introduction .......................................................................................4-2
Windows 2000 ............................................................................................................4-2
Desktop Icons.......................................................................................................4-2
Taskbar Icons.......................................................................................................4-3
Windows 98 Second Edition/Windows Millennium Edition ......................................4-3
Desktop Icons.......................................................................................................4-4
Taskbar Icons.......................................................................................................4-5

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NEC Utilities...................................................................................................................... 4-6
NEC Customize Utility............................................................................................... 4-6
NEC Customize Utility Screen ............................................................................ 4-6
Using the NEC Customize Utility........................................................................ 4-7
PHDISK Utility for Windows 98 SE .......................................................................... 4-7
Preparing Your System for the PHDISK Utility.................................................. 4-7
Running the PHDISK Utility ............................................................................... 4-8
Applet for Intel SpeedStep Technology ............................................................................. 4-9
Application and Driver CD ................................................................................................ 4-9
Launching the A&D CD with Windows 2000.......................................................... 4-10
Launching the A&D CD with Windows 98 SE/Windows Me.................................. 4-10
Application and Driver CD Dialog Box.................................................................... 4-10
Installing the A&D CD Software.............................................................................. 4-11
NEC Info Center .............................................................................................................. 4-11
Installing the NEC Info Center ................................................................................. 4-11
Uninstalling the NEC Info Center............................................................................. 4-11
PartitionMagic Special Edition ........................................................................................ 4-12
Product Recovery CD ...................................................................................................... 4-12
Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD ....................................................... 4-13
Product Recovery CD Options.................................................................................. 4-13
Full Disk Drive Restore ............................................................................................ 4-14
Partition Only Restore............................................................................................... 4-16
5 Using the System Drives and Bays
USB Diskette Drive ........................................................................................................... 5-2
NEC VersaBay IV Slot ...................................................................................................... 5-3
Phoenix BaySwap Utility................................................................................................... 5-3
Installing the Phoenix BaySwap Utility...................................................................... 5-4
Using the Phoenix BaySwap Utility ........................................................................... 5-4
Removing a Device from the NEC VersaBay IV Slot ................................................ 5-5
Installing a Device in the NEC VersaBay IV Slot ...................................................... 5-6
Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive........................................................................................ 5-7
CD Loading................................................................................................................. 5-8
CD Care ...................................................................................................................... 5-8
Changing the Auto Play Setting.................................................................................. 5-8
CD Read/Write Drive......................................................................................................... 5-9
Variable-Speed DVD-ROM Drive..................................................................................... 5-9
Combination DVD-ROM and CD Read/Write Drive ...................................................... 5-10
Memory Modules............................................................................................................. 5-10
Removing a Memory Module................................................................................... 5-11
Installing a Memory Module..................................................................................... 5-12
6 Communicating with Your NEC Versa
PC Cards ............................................................................................................................ 6-2
Type II Cards .............................................................................................................. 6-2
Type II Extended Cards .............................................................................................. 6-2
Type III Cards............................................................................................................. 6-2
Communication Cards ................................................................................................ 6-2

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Storage Cards ..............................................................................................................6-3
Other Cards .................................................................................................................6-3
PC Card Slots ..............................................................................................................6-3
Inserting a PC Card .....................................................................................................6-4
Removing a PC Card...................................................................................................6-5
Mini PCI LAN/Modem Card .............................................................................................6-5
Connecting the Mini PCI LAN ...................................................................................6-5
Connecting the Internal Modem..................................................................................6-6
Installing the Online Modem Guide............................................................................6-6
Internet Connections...........................................................................................................6-7
Accessing the Internet .................................................................................................6-7
Sending and Receiving Email .....................................................................................6-8
Modifying the Internet and Email Shortcut Keys........................................................6-8
7 Traveling Tips
Preparing for Travel ...........................................................................................................7-2
Packing for Travel..............................................................................................................7-2
Using Power Connections ..................................................................................................7-3
Getting Through Customs ..................................................................................................7-3
Connecting to the Internet ..................................................................................................7-4
Connecting Using a Modem........................................................................................7-4
Connecting Using a LAN............................................................................................7-5
8 Using External Devices
External Monitor ................................................................................................................8-2
Parallel Device ...................................................................................................................8-3
Disconnecting a Parallel Printer ..................................................................................8-4
USB Devices ......................................................................................................................8-4
IEEE 1394 Devices ............................................................................................................8-5
External Audio Options......................................................................................................8-6
External Television Connection .........................................................................................8-7
9 Using Multimedia
Audio..................................................................................................................................9-2
Recording ....................................................................................................................9-2
Microphone .................................................................................................................9-3
Mixing.........................................................................................................................9-3
Playing Back ...............................................................................................................9-3
Using Headphones ......................................................................................................9-4
Using Fiber Optic S/PDIF Devices .............................................................................9-4
Using the Built-In Speakers ........................................................................................9-4
Using External Stereo Speakers ..................................................................................9-4
MIDI Files...................................................................................................................9-4
Video..................................................................................................................................9-5
Using Digital Video Files............................................................................................9-5
Using Animation Files ................................................................................................9-5
Multimedia Applications....................................................................................................9-5

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10 Solving System Problems
Problem Checklist ............................................................................................................ 10-2
Start-Up Problems............................................................................................................ 10-3
Post Error Messages.................................................................................................. 10-4
Beep Codes ............................................................................................................... 10-6
If You Need Assistance.................................................................................................... 10-7
11 Getting Service and Support
Service and Support Contact Information........................................................................ 11-2
Web Site........................................................................................................................... 11-3
FTP Site ........................................................................................................................... 11-3
Support Services .............................................................................................................. 11-4
Email/Fax to Support Services......................................................................................... 11-4
A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Making Your Computer Work for You............................................................................. A-2
Arrange Your Equipment.................................................................................................. A-3
Adjust Your Chair............................................................................................................. A-3
Adjust Your Input Devices................................................................................................ A-3
Adjust Your Screen or Monitor......................................................................................... A-4
Vary Your Workday.......................................................................................................... A-5
Pre-Existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors ........................................................... A-5
B Specifications
System Components.......................................................................................................... B-2
Memory Map .................................................................................................................... B-9
Interrupt Controllers........................................................................................................ B-10
C Frequently Asked Questions
External Mouse ................................................................................................................. C-2
Display .............................................................................................................................. C-2
PC Cards ........................................................................................................................... C-2
Diskette Drive ................................................................................................................... C-3
Booting.............................................................................................................................. C-4
Power Management........................................................................................................... C-5
Miscellaneous.................................................................................................................... C-7
Glossary
Index
Regulatory Statements

Using This Guide ix
Using This Guide
The NEC Versa®TXi User’s Guide gives you the information you need to maximize
the use of your NEC Versa notebook computer. Read this guide to familiarize yourself
with the NEC Versa and its features. For specific information see
!Chapter 1, “Introducing Your NEC Versa,” to acquaint yourself with the system
hardware.
!Chapter 2, “Getting Started,” for instructions on how to connect, power on, and care
for your system.
!Chapter 3, “Using the BIOS Setup Utility,” for details about modifying system
parameters and power management.
!Chapter 4, “Using the Operating System and Utilities,” for an understanding of your
Microsoft®Windows®operating system. You’ll also learn how to use the system
utilities and CDs for loading applications, drivers, and the NEC Info Center.
!Chapter 5, “Using the System Drives and Bays,” to master procedures for
removing, installing, and using an NEC VersaBay™ IV device, upgrading the
internal hard disk drive, and installing a memory module.
!Chapter 6, “Communicating with Your NEC Versa,” for essential information about
using PC Cards, the Mini PCI modem/LAN, and other communication features of
the system.
!Chapter 7, “Traveling Tips,” for a variety of checklists to help you to prepare the
notebook computer for travel, getting through customs and accessing the Internet
when you are on the road.
!Chapter 8, “Using External Devices,” for procedures for connecting external
devices like an external diskette drive, monitor, headphones, a printer, or TV.
!Chapter 9, “Using Multimedia,” for steps on integrating video and sound clips into
impressive presentations.
!Chapter 10, “Solving System Problems,” for simple solutions to common problems
that may arise while operating your notebook.
!Chapter 11, “Getting Service and Support,” for information about getting help when
you need it from NEC Computers Inc.
!Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment,” for guidelines that help
promote a healthy work setting.
!Appendix B, “Specifications,” to review NEC Versa system specifications.
!Appendix C, “Frequently Asked Questions,” (FAQs) for a look at questions that
users commonly ask and the answers to those questions.

xUsing This Guide
Text Conventions
To make this guide as easy as possible to use, text is set up as follows.
!Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings:
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious
personal injury or loss of life.
Cautions indicate situations that can damage the hardware or
software.
Note Notes give important information, etc.
!Names of keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard, for example, Ctrl, Alt, or
Enter.
!Text that you must type or keys that you must press are presented in bold type. For
example, type dir and press Enter.
Related Documents
See the following documents for additional information on your NEC Versa notebook
computer:
!The NEC Versa TXi Quick Setup sheet helps get your system up and running.
!The NEC Versa TXi Quick Reference card provides an easy-to-carry reference to
LED meanings, controls, function key combinations, and NEC Computers support
numbers. (The quick reference card does not ship with some systems purchased
outside the United States and Canada.)
!The NEC Info Center is a fully navigational PDF document containing multimedia
elements, a full search capability, and important information about your NEC
Versa.

1
Introducing Your NEC Versa
!Before You Begin
!About Your NEC Versa TXi Notebook
!Around the Front of the System
!Around the Back of the System
!Around the Left Side of the System
!Around the Right Side of the System
!Around the Bottom of the System

1-2 Introducing Your NEC Versa
Before You Begin
Prolonged or improper use of a computer workstation may
pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce your risk of injury, set up and use your computer
in the manner described in Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment.”
After completing the steps in the Quick Setup sheet that comes with your computer,
your NEC Versa TXi notebook computer is ready to go! To get started, do the
following:
!Read Appendix A, “Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment,” for guidelines that
help you use your computer productively and safely. Information includes how to
set up and use your computer to reduce your risk of developing nerve, muscle, or
tendon disorders.
!Take the online Tour to get acquainted with the NEC Versa notebook’s information
resources. The Tour is part of the NEC Info Center. Use the Application and Driver
CD that ships with your NEC Versa TXi system to install the NEC Info Center.
Read through this guide to familiarize yourself with the NEC Versa notebook.

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-3
About Your NEC Versa TXi Notebook
The NEC Versa TXi notebook computer offers you a portable system filled with
exciting resources for home, business, or travel. Standard features include a powerful
Intel®Pentium III microprocessor 750 MHz, 700 MHz, 650 MHz, or 600 MHz with
Intel SpeedStep™ technology, or an Intel Celeron™ microprocessor 500 MHz that
works together with the latest Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) architecture.
In addition, your system provides a high-performance hard disk drive, PC Card support,
an external USB diskette drive, and an NEC VersaBay IV device. Your VersaBay
device may be a CD-ROM, CD read/write, DVD-ROM, or combination CD read/write
and DVD-ROM drive. As an alternative, the VersaBay IV slot can also hold an
optional second battery for extended computer use while on battery power. As a
multimedia system, your NEC Versa notebook also provides the tools needed to create
and present impressive images using video clips and sound.
NEC Versa TXi notebook computer
To get comfortable with your notebook, read the following sections and take a tour
around your system!

1-4 Introducing Your NEC Versa
Around the Front of the System
The NEC Versa TXi notebook is compact with features on every side. First, look at the
front of the NEC Versa TXi. The following sections describe front features, beginning
with the liquid crystal display (LCD) panel.
LCD Panel
Your NEC Versa TXi notebook comes with a 12.1-inch color Thin Film Transistor
(TFT), Extended Graphics Array (XGA) panel that you can adjust for a comfortable
viewing position. To adjust the viewing angle, gently tilt the LCD panel into position.
To adjust the LCD panel brightness press the Fn-F8 and Fn-F9 functions keys. For
more details about using the system’s function keys, see the topic later in this chapter,
“Keyboard Panel.”

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-5
Base Unit
The base unit of your NEC Versa notebook offers the features shown in the following
figure. Feature descriptions are provided after the figure.
After extended use, the surface of the base unit, below the
keyboard, may become hot to the touch.
LCD panel and base unit
A– Keyboard E– CD Control Buttons and Operating Status LEDs
B– Stereo Speakers F– Email/Internet Shortcut Keys
C– NEC Versa Logo G– Power Button
D– LCD Panel H– NEC VersaGlide Touchpad
!Keyboard — 83 keys with the standard QWERTY-key layout. (Models purchased
outside of the U.S. and Canada ship with country-specific keyboard layouts.)
!Stereo Speakers — Provide stereo sound for your multimedia presentations or
listening pleasure. The built-in sound system also supports 3D sound, which
simulates the latest surround-sound technology.
!LCD Panel — Provides a high-resolution display for sharp, effective visuals on
your NEC Versa notebook.

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!CD Control Buttons — Control the CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, CD
read/write drive, or combination DVD-ROM and CD read/write drive (with stop,
reverse, play/pause, and fast forward). Available on some systems. For more
information on using the CD Control buttons, see Chapter 9, “Using Multimedia.”
!Operating Status LEDs — Keep you informed of your NEC Versa notebook’s
current operating status. See the following figure and list for each icon’s meaning.
Operating status LEDs
A– Hard Disk Drive C– Scroll Lock
B– Caps Lock D– Num Lock
—Hard Disk Drive — lights when the NEC Versa notebook writes data to or
retrieves data from the internal hard disk drive.
—Caps Lock — lights when Caps Lock is in effect.
—Scroll Lock — lights when Scroll Lock is in effect.
—Num Lock — lights when Num Lock mode is active.

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-7
!Email Shortcut Key — Launches your dial-up networking connection (if not
connected to a LAN) and Microsoft®Outlook Express. For details about
configuring your Internet Connection and modifying the shortcut keys, see
Chapter 6, “Communicating with Your NEC Versa.”
!Internet Shortcut Key — Launches your dial-up networking connection (if not
connected to a LAN) and Microsoft Internet Explorer. For details about configuring
your Internet Connection and modifying the shortcut keys, see Chapter 6,
“Communicating with Your NEC Versa.”
Email key, Internet key, and Power button
A– Email Shortcut Key C– Power Button
B– Internet Shortcut Key
!Power Button — Press the Power button to power on, to power off, and to resume
from Standby mode.
For more information about the Power button, see the following topic, “Power
Button.”
!NEC VersaGlide Touchpad — Works like a standard computer mouse. Simply
move your fingertip over the VersaGlide to control the position of the cursor. Use
the left and right selection buttons below the VersaGlide to select menu items. Use
the scroll button to scroll up or down in a document. See “Using the NEC
VersaGlide Touchpad” in Chapter 2 for information about customizing VersaGlide
settings.

1-8 Introducing Your NEC Versa
Power Button
The Power button is a “smart” switch, meaning that it recognizes when the system is in
Standby mode. If in Standby mode, you cannot power off until you press the Power
button to resume operation. (The BIOS parameter “System Switch” must be set to
“Sleep.”)
Put the unit in Standby mode when you need to be away from your system for a short
period of time and want to return to where you left off. Standby mode shuts down all
devices in the system while retaining data and system status. Go to Start, Shut Down,
Standby to put your system into Standby mode.
Use the Power button in the following ways:
—Press the Power button to power on.
—Press the Power button to resume from Standby mode and proceed with normal
operation.
—Hold the Power button in place for 4 or more seconds to power off the system
(power override). Only use this option if you cannot power off your system
using Start, Shut Down.
Keyboard Panel
The NEC Versa notebook’s keyboard offers the following features, which are described
after the figure.
Keyboard
A– Function Keys D– Control Keys
B– Numeric Keys E– Cursor Control Keys
C– Typewriter Keys

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-9
!Function keys — Twelve function keys, F1 through F12, are available on the NEC
Versa keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special
functions. Several keys are preprogrammed with dual functions and some are
printed in blue on the key.
Function keys are application-driven. See the specific application’s user guide for
information about using function keys with that application.
The following function key combinations are preprogrammed for the NEC Versa
TXi computer.
Fn-F2 —toggles Bluetooth™ power on and off (only in systems equipped with
Bluetooth support).
Fn-F3 — toggles between four video modes; LCD, CRT, both LCD and CRT, or
TV Out.
Fn-F5 — zooms the screen in or out slightly.
Fn-F6 — sets the beeper volume to low, medium, high, or mute.
Fn-F7 — has function when Windows operating system is configured for Advanced
Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) mode.
Fn-F8 — increases the LCD panel brightness.
Fn-F9 — decreases the LCD panel brightness.
Fn-ScrLk — toggles the Num lock function.
Fn-Pause — break
Fn-Left Ctrl — Simulates pressing the right control key to support IBM®327X
connections (not supported in U.S./Canada).
!Numeric keypad — Pressing NumLk on the keyboard activates the numeric keypad
numbers and functions printed in blue on the keys.
The keypad lets you type numbers and mathematical operands (+, -) as you would
on a calculator. The keypad is ideal for entering long lists of numbers.
When you press NumLk again, the keys revert to their normal functions as
typewriter keys.
!Cursor control keys — Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen
where you want. On the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical
line depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text typed is
inserted.

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Windows keys — Use the following two keys to facilitate your work.
Shortcut/Application key – provides quick access to shortcut menus.
(This key acts like a right mouse button.)
Floating Window key – displays the Start menu.
!Control keys — Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other
keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold the control key
while pressing another key. For example, “press Ctrl c” means to hold down the
Ctrl key and type the letter c. How the key combination works depends on the
application you are running.
!Typewriter keys — The typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to
enter text and characters. Keys with blue printing on them behave differently when
combined with control keys or the Fn key.
Front Features
The front features of your NEC Versa notebook are described after the figure.
Features on the front of the system
A– Microphone E– IEEE 1394 Connector
B– Power Status LED F– Microphone In
C– Battery Charging LED G– Dual Headphone Jack and Optical In/Out
D– Bluetooth Status LED H– Volume Control

Introducing Your NEC Versa 1-11
!Microphone — A strategically positioned built-in microphone allows you to record
monophonic sound directly into your notebook computer. See Chapter 9, “Using
Multimedia,” for details about recording.
!Power Status LED — Lights to indicate the following:
—Lights green when the system power is on.
—Blinks green when the system is in Standby mode.
—Lights yellow (blinks when in Standby mode) to indicate that battery power is at
8% capacity or less.
—Lights amber (blinks when in Standby mode) to indicate that battery power is at
3% capacity or less.
!Battery Charging LED — Lights to indicate battery charging activity.
—Lights amber when the primary battery is charging. Blinks amber to indicate an
error. The primary battery is installed in the battery bay.
—Lights green when the secondary battery is charging. Blinks green to indicate an
error. The secondary (optional) battery is housed in the NEC VersaBay IV slot.
!Bluetooth Status LED — Lights when Bluetooth power is on.
!IEEE 1394 Port — Use this port to daisy chain up to 63 IEEE 1394 devices to your
system. IEEE 1394 devices support Plug and Play connectivity for transfer rates of
up to 400 Mbps.
!External Microphone (MIC) — Allows you to connect an external microphone for
monophonic recording or amplification through the unit. Plugging in an external
microphone disables the built-in microphone.
!Dual Headphone Jack and Optical In/Out Connector — Lets you connect external
headphones to your NEC Versa, or connect a device such as a SONY™ Mini Disc
player/recorder. Connecting to this port disables the built-in system speakers.
!Volume Control — Allows you to control speaker or headphone volume.

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Around the Back of the System
The back of your NEC Versa notebook offers the following features, which are
described after the figure.
Features on the back of the system
A– Battery Bay C– External Monitor Port
B– TV Out Connector
!Battery Bay — Contains the system’s standard Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) main battery or
an optional Maximum-Life Li-Ion Battery.
!TV Out Connector — Allows you to watch DVD movies on a TV that’s connected
to your notebook computer.
!External Monitor (Video) Port — Use this 15-pin port to attach an external monitor
to your NEC Versa. You can run the LCD display and the external monitor
simultaneously or run either alone.