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User's Guide
MB Model
Checking Included Accessories .............................................2
Connecting Included Accessories ..........................................2
Windows Setup ......................................................................4
Knowing the Parts ..................................................................6
Mouse.....................................................................................8
LAN Function..........................................................................9
Opening and Closing Covers ...............................................10
Memory ............................................................................... 12
PCI board/PCI Express x1 board ........................................ 13
System Configuration .......................................................... 14
Security Chip Function ........................................................ 15
Applications ......................................................................... 16
Recovery ............................................................................. 17
Appendix ............................................................................. 19
Note: The illustrations, screenshots, icons, and on-screen text shown in this document may differ from the ones you actually encounter.
This User's Guide has been written mainly with the information specific to this computer, assuming that the user is able to perform basic Windows
operation and understands how to use help in its installed applications to resolve problems. In this user's manual, unless specified, "Windows 7"
refers to Windows
®
7 Professional 32 bit with Service Pack 1 (SP1) installed. System configuration and software installation should be conducted by
a user who has administrator privileges. If a [User Account Control] screen comes up, please be sure to confirm the contents before continuing.
The information contained within this manual applies to the following models:
• MB Model: MC32M/B-F, MC33L/B-F, MG32M/B-F, MG33L/B-F
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NEC MB Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerNEC
CategoryDesktop
ModelMB
CPUIntel 8086
RAM128 KB
Operating SystemMS-DOS
Storagefloppy disk

Summary

Checking Included Accessories

Check box contents

Verify all included items and accessories are present in the box.

Confirm model and serial number

Ensure model and serial numbers on the unit match warranty details.

Connecting Included Accessories

Attaching the stabilizers

Instructions for attaching stabilizers to ensure computer stability when placed vertically.

Attaching two stabilizers

Detailed steps for attaching two stabilizers for maximum stability.

Attaching one stabilizer

Instructions for attaching a single stabilizer for stability when placing the computer.

Connect keyboard and mouse

Guide to connecting the keyboard and mouse to the computer's ports.

Connect the display

Instructions for connecting a monitor using digital or analog connectors.

Connect power cord and ground wire

Steps for safely connecting the power cord and ground wire to the computer and outlet.

Windows Setup

Important points during setup

Key precautions and guidelines to follow during the Windows setup process.

Preparation for setup

Information on preparing for Windows setup, including user and computer name considerations.

Turning on the power and setup procedure

Steps for powering on the computer and performing the Windows 7 setup.

Windows automatic settings

Guidance on selecting settings for Windows automatic protection and updates.

Time and date settings

Procedure to set the correct time zone, date, and time during Windows setup.

Shutdown after setup

Instructions for shutting down the computer after the Windows setup is finished.

Problems during setup

Accidental power off during setup

Steps to take if the computer is accidentally powered off during setup.

Unresponsive computer or error message

How to handle situations where the computer freezes or displays error messages during setup.

Post-setup configuration

Creating hard disk partitions

Guide to partitioning the hard disk drive into multiple volumes for better organization.

Knowing the Parts

Computer components overview

Identification and description of the computer's major physical components.

Front panel components

Detailed explanations of components located on the front panel of the computer.

Back panel components

Detailed explanations of components located on the back panel of the computer.

Mouse

Status LEDs

Explanation of status indicator lights for the computer base unit and keyboard.

Using the scroll wheel

How to use the mouse's scroll wheel for vertical and auto scrolling.

LAN Function

LAN settings and connection

Procedures for setting up network connections and configuring computer name for LAN.

Remote Power On (Wake-on-LAN)

Explanation and configuration of Wake-on-LAN functionality for remote power control.

Configure WoL from power off

Steps to enable Wake-on-LAN functionality from a powered-off state via BIOS.

Opening and Closing Covers

Removing the roof cover

Instructions for safely removing the computer's roof cover for internal access.

Closing the roof cover

Instructions for safely reattaching the computer's roof cover after internal access.

Memory

Before installing the board

Information on checking memory compatibility, order, and slot location before installation.

Inserting the memory into the slot

Step-by-step guide for installing memory modules into the designated slots.

PCI board/PCI Express x1 board

Board sizes and compatibility

Details on available board sizes and compatibility for PCI and PCI Express slots.

Installing PCI boards

Procedure for installing PCI or PCI Express x1 boards into the computer's slots.

System Configuration

BIOS setup utility overview

Introduction to accessing and using the BIOS setup utility for system configuration.

Entering the BIOS setup utility

Steps to power on the computer and access the BIOS setup utility.

Restoring default factory settings

Procedure to reset BIOS settings to their original factory default values.

Security Chip Function

Security chip overview and precautions

Overview of the security chip function, its limitations, and recommendations.

Enabling the security chip

Steps to enable the security chip function through the BIOS setup utility.

Initializing security chip before repair

Procedure to initialize the security chip and cancel passwords before sending the computer for repair.

Applications

Microsoft Office trial information

Information about the pre-installed Microsoft Office trial version and its usage.

Secure data deletion methods

Explanation of Simple, NSA, and DoD modes for secure data erasure from the hard disk.

Recovery

Recovery basics and requirements

Introduction to computer recovery and required materials before the process.

Backup and settings maintenance for recovery

Recommendations for backing up data and noting settings before performing system recovery.

Returning BIOS to original values

Instructions to load factory default settings for the BIOS setup utility before recovery.

Precautions during recovery

Important precautions to follow during the computer recovery process.

Computer recovery options

Explanation of the two available computer recovery methods: Hard Disk and DVD.

Appendix

Computer specifications

Technical specifications for the MB model computer, including CPU, memory, and dimensions.

Specification comments

Explanations and clarifications for specific technical specifications and features.

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