Help! My PCPro System Data Sidebar is Missing

This Tech Tip demonstrates how to restore the System Data Sidebar in PCPro if it has been accidentally closed or undocked. This tip applies to the NEC SL2100 only.

Get Connected

This procedure requires access to the NEC SL2100 using the PCPro Programming Software.

To download PCPro or learn how to connect to the phone system, refer to:
How to Connect to the NEC SL2100 or SL1100 Phone System for Programming


If the System Data Sidebar Is Hidden

  1. Click the File tab at the top of the PCPro ribbon.
  2. Click the System Data option.
  3. The System Data Sidebar will be restored.

If the System Data Sidebar Becomes Undocked

  1. Maximize the PCPro window by clicking the maximize button in the top-right corner. The PCPro window should now cover the entire screen.
  2. Drag the undocked System Data Sidebar to the left edge of the screen. Make sure your mouse cursor is touching the very edge of the PCPro window.
  3. Slowly slide the mouse up and down the edge of the screen until a sidebar area becomes highlighted in blue.
  4. Release the mouse button. The System Data Sidebar will snap back into place and be restored to its original docked position.