Contents vii
Data Storage Devices ............................................... 5-46
Storage Device Support....................................... 5-46
Device Slots........................................................ 5-46
Device Preparation.............................................. 5-48
Cables................................................................. 5-49
System Power Cables..................................... 5-52
Diskette Drive Signal Cable............................ 5-52
IDE Cables .................................................... 5-54
Storage Device Installation.................................. 5-55
Installing a Storage Device in the Desktop ......5-56
Installing a Storage Device in the Minitower... 5-65
External Peripherals ................................................. 5-72
Parallel Printer.................................................... 5-72
RS-232C Device ................................................. 5-74
Multimedia Components (multimedia models)...... 5-77
Setting Up the Speakers.................................. 5-78
Connecting the Microphone ............................ 5-82
Fax/Modem (fax/modem models)......................... 5-83
6 Setting System Board Jumpers
Changing Jumper Settings ........................................ 6-5
Clearing Your Password........................................... 6-6
7 Solving Problems
Problem Checklist .................................................... 7-1
Battery Replacement ................................................ 7-7
Emergency Eject....................................................... 7-11
If You Need Assistance ............................................ 7-12
Getting Help from Your Company....................... 7-12
Getting Help from Your Dealer............................ 7-12
Getting Help from NEC....................................... 7-12
E-mail/Fax Technical Support Service............ 7-13
NEC FastFacts............................................... 7-14