NEC POWERMATE CT 815 - RELEASE NOTES User manual

First Printing — February 2001

NEC Computers Inc.

15 Business Park Way

Sacramento, CA 95828

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Contents iii

Contents

Using This Guide

Text Conventions........................................................................................... x

Related Documents ....................................................................................... xi

1 Reviewing System Features

Front Features..............................................................................................1-2

System Controls and Lamps...............................................................1-3

Diskette Drive.....................................................................................1-4

Universal Serial Bus Port ...................................................................1-4

CD-ROM Drive..................................................................................1-5

DVD-ROM Drive...............................................................................1-5

CD-RW Drive.....................................................................................1-5

Zip Drive ............................................................................................1-5

Rear Features...............................................................................................1-6

External Connectors ...........................................................................1-9

Power Supply Features.....................................................................1-10

Inside Features ..........................................................................................1-11

System Board....................................................................................1-12

Power Management..........................................................................1-12

Hard Drive........................................................................................1-13

Network Board .................................................................................1-13

Fax/Modem Board............................................................................1-13

AGP Video Board.............................................................................1-14

Chassis ......................................................................................................1-14

Speakers....................................................................................................1-14

System Overview......................................................................................1-15

Hardware ..........................................................................................1-15

Software............................................................................................1-16

Preloaded Software..................................................................1-16

NEC OS Restore CD................................................................1-17

NEC Application and Driver CD.............................................1-17

Security.............................................................................................1-17

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2 Setting Up the System

Chassis Orientation......................................................................................2-2

Cable Connections.......................................................................................2-2

Startup .........................................................................................................2-3

Shutdown.....................................................................................................2-4

Power-Saving Operation..............................................................................2-5

System Care.................................................................................................2-5

Protecting Your System From Damage ..............................................2-6

Keeping Your System in Good Condition ..........................................2-7

Moving or Shipping Your System ......................................................2-7

More Information ........................................................................................2-8

3 Configuring the System

Configuration Tools and Utilities................................................................3-2

BIOS Setup Utility ......................................................................................3-4

How to Start BIOS Setup....................................................................3-4

How to Use Setup...............................................................................3-5

Main Menu..........................................................................................3-6

Advanced Menu................................................................................3-10

Security Menu...................................................................................3-19

Exit Menu .........................................................................................3-21

Hard Drive Security...................................................................................3-21

Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords .........................................3-21

Changing Hard Disk Drive Passwords..............................................3-22

Using Hard Disk Drive Password Protection....................................3-23

Moving the Hard Drive.....................................................................3-24

FLASH Utility...........................................................................................3-24

NEC INFO Center.....................................................................................3-25

NEC Application and Driver CD...............................................................3-26

NEC OS Restore CD .................................................................................3-28

System Board Jumper Settings..................................................................3-29

Intel Processor Serial Number Control Utility ..........................................3-34

System Requirements........................................................................3-34

Installation ........................................................................................3-34

Processor Serial Number...................................................................3-35

Frequently Asked Questions.............................................................3-35

Technical Support.............................................................................3-36

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4 Installing Options

General Rules..............................................................................................4-2

Safety Precautions.......................................................................................4-3

System Unit Covers.....................................................................................4-4

Removing the Cover...........................................................................4-4

Replacing the Cover ...........................................................................4-6

Removing the Front Panel ..................................................................4-7

Replacing the Front Panel...................................................................4-9

Expansion Boards......................................................................................4-10

Removing the Expansion Board Retainer Bar..................................4-11

Installing an Expansion Board..........................................................4-12

Removing an Expansion Board ........................................................4-14

Installing the Expansion Board Retainer Bar....................................4-15

System Board Options...............................................................................4-16

Memory Upgrade..............................................................................4-17

Checking System Memory.......................................................4-18

Installing a DIMM Module......................................................4-18

Removing a DIMM Module.....................................................4-20

Processor Upgrade............................................................................4-21

Removing the Processor...........................................................4-21

Installing an Upgrade Processor...............................................4-23

Data Storage Devices................................................................................4-25

Device Bays......................................................................................4-25

Device Preparation ...........................................................................4-26

5 1/4-Inch Accessible Device Upgrade ............................................4-29

Installing a 5 1/4-Inch Accessible Device................................4-29

Removing a 5 1/4-Inch Accessible Device ..............................4-32

3 1/2-Inch Accessible Device Upgrade ............................................4-35

Installing a 3 1/2-Inch Accessible Device................................4-35

Removing a 3 1/2-Inch Accessible Device ..............................4-38

Internal Hard Drive Upgrade............................................................4-39

Installing a 3 1/2-Inch Internal Hard Drive ..............................4-39

Removing a 3 1/2-Inch Internal Hard Drive ............................4-42

Minitower and Desktop Setup Options.....................................................4-43

Converting from Minitower to Desktop ...........................................4-43

Converting from Desktop to Minitower ...........................................4-45

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5 Solving System Problems

Solutions to Common Problems..................................................................5-2

System Problems.................................................................................5-2

Diskette Drive Problems.....................................................................5-4

Monitor Problems ...............................................................................5-5

Keyboard/Mouse Problems.................................................................5-6

CD-ROM Drive Problems ..................................................................5-6

Speaker Problems................................................................................5-7

How to Clean the Mouse.............................................................................5-8

How to Replace the CMOS Battery...........................................................5-10

6 Getting Services and Support

NECC Website ............................................................................................6-2

NECC FTP Site ...........................................................................................6-3

Email/Fax Technical Support Service.........................................................6-3

NECC Technical Support Services..............................................................6-4

A Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment

Making Your Computer Work for You......................................................A-2

Arrange Your Equipment ...........................................................................A-3

Adjust Your Chair ......................................................................................A-4

Adjust Your Input Devices.........................................................................A-6

Adjust Your Monitor..................................................................................A-8

Vary Your Workday.................................................................................A-10

Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors...................................A-11

Checking Your Comfort: How Do You Measure Up? .............................A-11

Checking Your Chair.......................................................................A-11

Checking Your Keyboard ................................................................A-12

Checking Your Mouse.....................................................................A-12

Checking Your Monitor...................................................................A-12

Checking You..................................................................................A-12

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B System Specifications

Models........................................................................................................ B-2

System Board............................................................................................. B-2

Storage Devices.......................................................................................... B-3

Input/Output Devices ................................................................................. B-4

Expansion................................................................................................... B-4

Power Management.................................................................................... B-5

System Management.................................................................................. B-5

Operating System Software........................................................................ B-5

Operating Environment.............................................................................. B-5

Compliance ................................................................................................ B-6

Index

Regulatory Statements

Using This Guide ix

Using This Guide

The PowerMate®CT 815 User’s Guide provides a comprehensive

reference to information about your system.

The guide contains the following information:

!Chapter 1, Reviewing System Features, provides a look at the front,

back, and inside features of the system. It also gives a summary of the

system’s hardware, software, and security features.

!Chapter 2, Setting Up the System, briefly describes how to set up, start

up, and shut down the system. The chapter also provides information

on installing applications, and tips on caring for the system.

!Chapter 3, Configuring the System, describes how to use the software

shipped with your system, including the BIOS Setup Utility, the

FLASH Utility, the NEC INFO Center, the NEC Application and

Driver CD, and the NEC OS Restore CD. The chapter also includes

information for setting system jumpers.

!Chapter 4, Installing Options, provides installation procedures for

processor and memory upgrades, expansion boards, and storage

devices.

!Chapter 5, Solving System Problems, contains troubleshooting tips for

solving simple problems. The chapter also includes procedures for

cleaning the mouse and replacing the system battery.

!Chapter 6, Getting Services and Support, describes the services

available to you for information and help, and describes how to access

the services.

!Appendix A, Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment, contains

guidelines to help you use your computer productively and safely.

This appendix also instructs you on how to set up and use your

computer to reduce your risk of developing nerve, muscle, or tendon

disorders.

!Appendix B, System Specifications, provides technical specifications

for your system and its components.

x Using This Guide

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.

Text Conventions

This guide uses the following text conventions.

!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 about the material being

described.

!Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard,

for example, Ctrl, Alt, or Enter.

!Text or keystrokes that you enter appear in boldface type. For

example, type abc123 and press Enter.

Using This Guide xi

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