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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer. 3. Unplug the computer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 4. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the computer. 5. Do not place the computer on an unstable cart, stand, or table. 6.
11. If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure the total of the ampere ratings of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ampere rating for the extension cord. Also, make sure the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes 12. Do not insert objects of any kind into this product through the cabinet slots. 13. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Instructions Importantes de Sécurité 1. Lire complètement les instructions qui suivent et les conserver pour références futures. 2. Bien suivre tous les avertissements et les instructions indiqués sur l’ordinateur. 3. Débrancher l’ordinateur de toute sortie murale avant le nettoyage. Utiliser un chiffon humide; ne jamais utiliser un nettoyeur liquide ou une bonbonne aerosol. 4. Ne jamais renverser un liquide d’aucune sorte sur l’ordinateur. 5.
11. Dans le cas où on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l’ordinateur, on doits’assurer que la valeur totale d’ampères branch& dans le cordon n’excède en aucun temps les amp&es du cordon de rallonge. La quantitè totale des appareils branch& dans la prise murale ne doit jamais excéder 15 ampères. 12. Ne jamais inérer un objet de quelque sorte que ce soit dans les cavités de cet appareil. 13.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS TIhis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FTC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception.
Contents lntroduction Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CacheMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VideoMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Math Coprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drives.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2 Running SETUP and Installing Driveas * Using SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Starting the SETUP Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Using the System Setup Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Checking System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Assigning Hard Disk Drive Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5 Using the Advanced System Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 Setting the Boot Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing an Option Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing an Option Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding Video Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Video Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing External Cache . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the External Cache Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upgrading the Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Option Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory Module Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mouse Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Cache Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 6-13 6-14 6-14 6-14 Appendix A Specifications CPU and Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controllers . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Your new Epson” computer offers the following features: ® Intel 486SX, DX, or DX2 processor upgradable to faster, more powerful processors, including the Pentium™ OverDrive™ Energy Star compliant, low-power standby mode for the video and hard disk drive for standard configurations High-speed, 32-bit local bus interfaces for both SVGA video and IDE hard disk drives 4MB of internal memory, expandable to 64MB System and video BIOS shadow RAM 8KB of internal processor cache, with support for 64KB,
Three l6-bit, full-length and two 8-bit, half-length ISA option slots (if your system has a DX, DX2, or Pentium OverDrive processor, access to the bottom 16-bit slot may be blocked by the heat sink/fan assembly) Support for up to two externally accessible and two internal storage devices (see Appendix A for power restrictions) Password security and anti-virus features. Your system contains local bus interfaces for the video and IDE controllers.
Your computer’s SETUP program lets you select different timeout periods for the hard disk drive and video signals so you can ensure that the standby feature fits the way you work. Your system may have been configured for you. If so, everything you need to get started is already in place. The settings for your hardware configuration have been set to ensure optimal system performance. The hard disk drive already contains the MS-DOS@ operating system and Microsoft’ Windows.
Video Memory You can add video memory chips to your system board to increase the video memory to 2MB, which allows you to use higher video resolutions with more colors. Microprocessor Your system supports the following microprocessors: 486SX/25 486sxm 486DX/33 486DX/50 486DX2/50 486DX2/66 Pentium OverDrive. Math Coprocessor If your system contains a DX, DX2, or Pentium OverDrive microprocessor, a math coprocessor is built into the chip.
SVGA and IDE Drivers Your computer comes with special SVGA and IDE drivers for the integrated local bus SVGA and IDE hard disk drive interfaces. The IDE driver lets you use the high-speed, 32-bit local bus IDE hard disk drive interface which dramatically increases the speed of your computer as it reads from and writes to your hard disk drive.
Chapter 3 covers general operating procedures, such as resetting the computer, using the password, and changing the processor speed. Chapter 4 describes how to remove and replace the computer’s cover, change jumper settings, and install optional equipment such as microprocessor upgrades, option cards, and memory modules. Chapter 5 explains how to install and remove disk drives. Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting tips.
where to Get Help If you purchased your computer outside the United States, please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service. international marketing locations are listed at the back of this manual. If you purchased your computer in the United States, Epson provides the following support services through the Epson Connection” at (800) 922-8911. (You can also contact Epson at (310) 782-0770 and ask for the Epson Connection.
CompuServe On-line Support The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, tables for DIP switch or jumper settings, and bulletins is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe.® If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an Epson product.
Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter briefly describes how to set up your computer. It includes the following information: Getting started Connecting peripheral devices Turning the computer on and off. Getting Started Follow the instructions below for choosing a location for your new system and unpacking it. Choosing a Location When you are ready to set up your system, choose a safe, convenient location that provides the following: A flat, hard surface.
No electromagnetic interference. Do not place your system too close to any electrical device, such as a telephone or television, which generates an electromagnetic field. Appropriate power source. Connect all your equipment with the appropriate power cords for the power source in your area.
Connecting Peripheral Devices Use the illustration below to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, printer, and other devices. Your system also includes a removable panel above the mouse and keyboard ports if you want to install a game port connector to the game port interface on the system board. Connecting a Keyboard To connect a keyboard, hold the cable connector so the arrow on the connector faces up. Insert it into the port marked K/B.
Connecting a Mouse If you have a PS/2 compatible mouse, connect it to the computer’s built-in mouse port by inserting the connector into the port marked MOUSE. caution Although the connectors and ports for the mouse and keyboard are physically identical, they cannot be used interchangeably. Be sure to plug the mouse connector into the MOUSE port, or you may damage your system. If your system has not already been configured, you may need to install a mouse driver. See your mouse manual for instructions.
Caution To avoid damaging the connector, be careful not to bend the pins when you insert it. 4. If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them. 5. Plug the monitor’s power cord into the power inlet on the back of the monitor. 6. Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet or into the power outlet on the back of the computer. Caution Before you plug the monitor's power cord into the back of your computer, make sure the monitor's power requirements do not exceed 1 Amp.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the printer. To secure the cable, squeeze the clips at each side of the printer port and push them into place. 4. Plug the printer’s power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. Using the serial ports If you have a printer, a modem, or other device with a serial interface, you can connect it to one of the serial (RS-232C) ports on the back of the computer. Make sure you have a cable compatible with a DB-9P connector.
Always wait at least 20 seconds after you turn off the power before you turn it on again to prevent possible damage to the computer’s electrical circuitry. Do not leave a beverage near your system. Spilled liquid can damage the circuitry of your equipment. Follow these steps to turn on your system: 1. Turn your computer around so the front panel faces you. Place your monitor, printer, and other devices in a convenient arrangement. 2. If there is a protective card in the diskette drive, remove it. 3.
5. If necessary, use the controls on your monitor to adjust the brightness and contrast until you can easily see the characters on the screen. If your monitor has horizontal and vertical hold controls, you may need to use them to stabilize the display. if your system is configured to automatically load a program (such as Windows or a word processing program), you see the first menu or screen display of that program. If not, you may see the operating system prompt, such as c : \ > or A:\ >.
4. Press the power button to turn off the computer. 5. Turn off the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral devices.
Chapter 2 Running SETUP and lnstalling Drivers Your computer has a configuration program, SETUP, contained within the BIOS chip on the system board. This program allows you to change the settings for your hardware configuration. The computer also comes with several drivers and utilities on diskette.
System booting options Security password and anti-virus features Green PC options, such as the time intervals before the system and the hard disk drive go into low-power standby mode. SETUP also allows you to see summary information about your system. The SETUP program and the factory default options for your computer are stored in the computer’s ROM BIOS (read-only memory, basic input/output system). The configuration information you enter is stored in an area of memory called CMOS RAM.
Using the System Setup Option When you select this option, you see the System Setup screen. From this screen, you can set the system time and date, define your video display type, check system memory, and define the diskette drives. Move the cursor to the value you want to change. Then increase or decrease the value until you see the one you want. Setting the time and date The real-time clock in your computer continuously tracks the date and time-even when the computer is turned off.
When you boot your system, the system BIOS updates the memory size automatically. You see the memory configuration displayed in the System Memory and Extended Memory fields on this SETUP screen. You cannot change these values; if they are not what you expect them to be, check your jumper settings. Also, check that the SIMM(s) are securely seated in their sockets. (See Chapter 4.) Setting the diskette drive(s) On your system, diskette drive A is the 3.
Defining your own drive type If the parameters for your hard disk do not match the parameters detected by the auto-sensing feature, or if you want to use your drive with parameters other than the defaults, you can define your own drive type. (See Appendix A for a list of predefined hard disk drive types and their parameters.) To define your own drive type, follow these steps: 1. Move the cursor to Type and select User. 2. Type the values in each field that are appropriate for your hard disk drive.
Configuning cache memory The system can configure your Memory Cache options or you can manually set them. If you have installed external cache, enabling cache memory improves system performance, especially in large data retrieval and processing environments. If you choose to configure the cache memory yourself (rather than let the system configure it for you), you can define the burst wait states and two non-cacheable areas of memory.
Configuring chipset registers The system can automatically set your Advanced Chipset Control options or you can manually set them to change the values in the chipset registers and optimize your system’s performance. getting these values correctly increases your system performance; however, setting these values incorrectly may cause your system to malfunction or shut down. Be sure to set the Auto Configuration option to Enabled to let the system automatically configure these options to avoid problems.
If you set the Disk drive boot sequence option to C: only, you can disable the Floppy seek option so the system doesn’t access the diskette drive during the startup procedure. Disabling this option decreases the time needed to start the system. The other options on this screen determine what you see when your system starts. The Display SETUP prompt during POST option allows you to disable the message Press to enter SETUP that you see during power-on diagnostics.
Settlng the Security and Anti-Virus Options. When you select the Security and Anti-Virus option from the Main Menu, you see the Security and Anti&Virus screen. The password options on this screen let you define both a Supervisor and a User password. You can also specify whether a password is required when you start the system.
To specify a User password, you must first specify a Supervisor password. Follow these steps to enter or change a Supervisor password: 1. Select the Set Supervisor Password option and press Enter. 2. You see a Set Supervisor Password window. Type the password you want to use, then press Enter. You can define a password of up to eight characters. 3. Type the same password a second time and press Enter. You see a message that your changes have been saved. 4. Press the spacebar.
Using the Virus Protection Features Several options on the Security and Anti-Virus screen allow you to define system protection features. The Diskette Access option allows you to restrict access to your diskette drives based on the password levels you have defined. This prevents unauthorized users from accessing the drives and possibly introducing a virus to your system. You can restrict diskette access only if passwords are enabled and you have enabled the Password on boot option.
Two additional options on this screen allow. you to define time intervals for the system to display a prompt asking you whether you have performed your scheduled virus check or your scheduled backup for your hard disk drive’. You can disable these prompts or have them display Daily, Weekly, or Monthly. If you respond that you have not performed these functions, however, the system still starts normally.
The Fixed Disk Timeout option determines the time-out period for your hard disk drive. The hard disk drive goes into a low-power standby mode when the mouse and keyboard have been inactive for the period of time you’ve indicated. Note Some hard disk drives do not support a low-power standby mode. Also, the delay caused by the hard disk drive returning to active mode may cause errors in some applications. If you have problems, you may want to disable the Fixed Disk Timeout option.
Exiting SETUP When you leave SETUP, you can save your settings, or exit SETUP without saving your settings. You can also return all values to the factory defaults. To leave SETUP, press Esc from any SETUP screen. From the SETUP Main Menu, you can perform the following functions: Load ROM Default Values Loads the factory default settings stored in ROM back into CMOS.
After you run SETUP for the first time, you may need to install the operating system on your computer (if it is not already installed). See your operating system manual for instructions. Once you have installed your operating system, install any software you plan to use. See your application program manuals for instructions. Note If you plan to install IDE or video drivers for Windows applications, you must install Windows before you can install the drivers.
Follow these steps to install the IDE driver: 1. Insert the Drivers diskette 1 in drive A. 2. Log onto the IDE subdirectory on drive A. 3. Type the following and press Enter: INSTALL 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the IDE driver on your hard disk. This installation program changes your system’s CONFIGSYS file so the system loads the IDE driver as part of its startup procedure. If you select the IDE driver for Windows, this program also modifies the SYSTEM.INI file for Windows.
Installing Video Drivers For instructions on installing video drivers, see the Readme files included on the Drivers diskettes.
Chapter 3 Using Your Computer This chapter briefly describes the following operations: Working comfortably Using energy wisely Using your Green PC features Inserting and removing diskettes Stopping a command or program Resetting the computer Using the password Changing the processor speed. Working Comfortably This section provides some tips for creating a comfortable work environment. Use good posture.
Keep your copy stand at the same eye level as your screen. This reduces eye and neck strain. Also, rest your eyes occasionally by closing them or focusing on a fixed spot in the distance. Be gentle with your keyboard. Too much force creates tension in your hands. Also, make sure your work surface has enough room for you to move the mouse or other pointing device freely. Use good lighting that isn’t too bright. Try to keep bright light sources out of your field of vision when you are looking at the screen.
If you have an electronic mail system available to you, send E-mail rather than memos. Not only is this faster, but you’ll save paper and storage space too. Use recycled paper whenever you can. Using Your Green PC Features Your computer places the system, the hard disk drive, or both into a low-power standby mode when the keyboard or mouse has been inactive for the time periods you select in SETUP. See Chapter 2 for information on setting these values.
Inserting and Removing Diskettes To insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the shutter leading into the drive, as shown in the following illustration. Slide the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. To insert a diskette into a 5.25-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the read/write slot leading into the drive. When the disk is completely in the drive, turn down the latch to secure the diskette in the drive.
Stopping a Command or Program You may sometimes need to stop a command or program while it is running. If you have entered a DOS or application program command that you want to stop, try one of the following: Press Pause Press Ctrl C Press Ctrl Break. If these methods do not work, you may need to reset the computer as described below. Do not turn off the computer to exit a program or stop a command unless you have to, because the computer erases any data you did not save.
If you set the Disk drive boot sequence. in SETUP to C: only (see Chapter 2), the operating system must be on the hard disk when you reset the computer. If you selected the other options, the operating system must be either on the hard disk or on a diskette in drive A. If you do not have a hard disk, insert the operating system diskette in drive A. If you are using DOS, press Ctrl Alt and Del to reset the system. You can also press the RESET button located on the front right side of your computer.
Using a Password Using SETUP, you can define both a Supervisor level password and a User level password. You can also specify whether a password is required when you start the system. This password can also control who has access to the diskette drives. If you enabled the Password on boot option in SETUP, you must enter the Supervisor or User password every time you turn on or reset the computer.
Note If you want to delete your password, you must run the SETUP program and follow the Istructions for deleting a password in Chapter 2. If you do not remember your password, see “Password Problems” in Chapter 6. Changing the Processor Speed Your computer’s processor can operate at two speeds: fast (the speed of your microprocessor) or slow (8 MHz). The slow speed is available to provide compatibility with older application programs.
You can change the processor speed temporarily by entering one of the following commands from the numeric keypad on your keyboard: To select slow speed, press Ctrl Alt and then press the -key on the numeric keypad. This turns off the speed light. To select fast speed, press Ctrl Alt and then press + on the numeric keypad. The speed light comes on. Note You can use the commands listed above while you are running a program.
Chapter 4 Installing and Removing Options You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding optional equipment such as system, video, or cache memory modules, option cards, or a microprocessor upgrade. This chapter first describes how to remove your computer’s cover to install options and how to replace the cover when you are finished.
Removing the Cover You need to remove the computer’s cover to install any of the options described in this chapter or to install or remove a disk drive (as described in Chapter 5). Follow these steps to remove the cover: 1. Turn off the computer and then any peripheral devices (including the monitor and printer). 2. Disconnect the computer’s power cable from the electrical outlet and from the back panel. Also disconnect any other cables that are connected to the computer, including the keyboard cable. 3.
6. Grasp the sides of the cover and lift it straight up, as shown below: 7. Set the cover aside. 8. Ground yourself to the computer by touching the metal surface of the back panel. Warning Be sure to ground yourself by touching the back panel of the computer every time you remove the cover. If you are not properly grounded, you could generate an electric shock that could damage a component when you touch it.
Replacing the Cover When you are ready to replace the computer’s cover, follow these steps: 1. Make sure all the internal components are installed Properly. 2. Check all cable connections, especially those that might have been loosened during your work. 3. Make sure all cables are out of the way so they do not catch on the cover. 4. Insert the front of the cover between the front bezel and the chassis of the computer and guide it straight down. (See the illustration on page 4-3.) 5.
Locating the Internal Components As you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to the illustration below to locate the different components inside your computer.
Changing the Jumper Settings The main system board in your computer has a number of jumpers that control certain functions. These jumpers are preset at the factory to default positions. See the illustration below to locate the jumpers on the system board. Note You may need to change the jumpers shown here. Other jumpers on the system board are for service purposes only.
Use the information in the following tables to change jumper settings, if necessary.
External cache jumper settings’ l cache size J25 J26 J27 J28 64KB 1-2 1-2 off 2-3 128KB 2-3 1-2 1-2 1-2 256KB 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 If you have no external cache installed. the position of these jumpers does not matter.
3. A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper is placed on the pins. Use the following table to identify the pin settings for 2-pin, 3-pin, and 4-pin jumpers. To identify pin 1, look at the system board under the jumper. A triangle is traced on the board at pin 1. To move a jumper from one position to another, use needle-nose pliers or tweezers to pull it off its pins and gently move it to the desired position.
Installing Memory Modules (SIMMS) Your computer comes with 4MB of memory on a SIMM. By installing additional SIMMs, you can increase the amount of memory in your computer up to 64MB. There are two SIMM sockets on the main system board, and each can contain one memory module. You can install 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, and 32MB SIMMs. The following table shows the possible SIMM configurations. (When the front of the computer is facing you, BANK 0 is on the right.
SlMM configurations (continued) BANK0 BANK 1 Total memory 16MB 8MB 24MB 16MB 16MB 32MB 32MB X 32MB 32MB 1MB 33MB 32MB 2MB 34MB 32MB 4MB 36MB 32MB 8MB 40MB 16MB 32MB 48MB 32MB 16MB 48MB 32MB 32MB 64MB Use only tin-plated, 32-bit or 36-bit, 72-pin, fast-page mode SIMMs that operate at an access speed of 80ns (nanoseconds) or faster. Be sure all the SIMMs operate at the same speed.
4. Position the SIMM at an angle over the empty SIMM socket, as shown below. 5. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in the slot. Then tilt it upright, as shown below, guiding the hole at each end of the SIMM over the retaining post at each end of the SIMM socket. If it does not go in smoothly, do not force it; pull it all the way out and try again.
6. Replace any option cards you removed. (See page 4-14 for instructions.) Removing SlMMs If you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to install different ones, for example), make sure the computer is turned off and then follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the front of the computer is facing you. 2. Use the illustration on page 4-5 to locate the SIMM sockets on the right of the system board. 3. Remove any option cards that may be blocking your access to the SIMM sockets.
5. As you pull away the tabs, the SIMM falls to the side. Remove it from the socket. 6. If necessary, follow the same procedure to remove the other SIMM. 7. If you are inserting different SIMMs, follow the instructions on page 4-11 to install them. 8. Replace any option cards you removed, as described below. Installing an Option Card This section explains how to install option cards in your computer.
As you install option cards, keep these general guidelines in mind. Usually it does not matter which slot an option card occupies as long as the card fits in the slot. For example, you can place some 8-bit cards in a M-bit slot. When you select the slot you want to use, make sure no components are touching or obstructing other cards or cables.
Refer to the illustrations below and follow these steps to install an option card: 1. If you are using a l6-bit option slot, go on to step 2. If you are using an 8-bit slot near the power supply, you need to move the power supply before you can remove the metal slot cover. Remove the three screws securing the power supply to the computer, as shown below. Be careful not to disconnect any of the cables. Slide the power supply away from the slots until you can remove the slot covers easily.
2. Remove the retaining screw securing the option slot cover to the computer, as shown below. (Keep the screw to secure the option card to the computer.) 3. Slide out the slot cover and set it aside. (Store it in a safe place in case you remove the option card later.
4. Hold the card along the top comers and guide it into the connector, as shown below. (If you are installing a full-length card, insert the front edge of the card into the corresponding guide inside the computer’s front panel.) Once the connectors reach the slot, push the card in firmly (but carefully) to insert it fully. You should feel the card fit into place. If it does not go in smoothly, do not force it; pull the card all the way out and try again. 5.
Removing an Option Card You may need to remove an option card to access components on the main system board-to change a jumper setting, for example. You may also want to remove a card if you no longer need it. Refer to the option card illustration on page 4-18 and follow these steps: 1. Remove the retaining screw securing the option card to the computer. Then pull the card straight out of the slot. 2. Set the card aside with the component side facing up. 3.
Installing the video Chips You need two ZIPS to install the optional memory. For the memory to work properly, you must install one chip in each of the empty video memory sockets on the system board. Follow these steps: 1. Locate the video memory chip sockets on the main system board, shown on page 4-5. The chip sockets are labeled U2 and U3. 2. If there is an option card in your way, remove it. See page 4-19 for instructions.
4. Position one of the ZIP chips over the first empty socket (U2) as shown below, aligning pin 1 on the chip (identified by the notch on the top of the chip) with pin 1 on the system board. 5. Gently press the chip halfway into the socket (to make sure it is correctly aligned). If the chip does not go in smoothly, remove it and try again. 6. When the chip is properly positioned, push down firmly on both ends of the chip to make sure it is well-seated. 7.
Installing External Cache You can install 64KB, 128KB, or 256KB of external cache on your system.
Installing the External Cache Chips Follow these steps to install the external cache chips: 1. Locate the external cache memory sockets on the main system board, shown on page 4-5. 2. If there is an option card in your way, remove it. See page 4-19 for instructions. Caution To avoid generating static electricity and damaging the cache chips, ground yourself by touching the metal surface on the inside of the computer’s back panel. Then remain as stationary as possible while you install them. 3.
Position one of the cache chips over the first socket as shown below, aligning the pins on the chip with the holes in the socket. Make sure the small notch on the end of, the chip is aligned with the corresponding notch on the socket. 5. Gently press the chip halfway into the socket (to make sure it is correctly aligned). If the chip goes in at an angle, remove it and try again. 6. When the chip is properly positioned, push down firmly on both ends of the chip to make sure it is well-seated. 7.
Upgrading the Microprocessor You can upgrade your computer by replacing the microprocessor with a faster one. The following table lists the components you can use to upgrade the microprocessor in your system. Microprocessor upgrade components Part Manufacturer 486SX/33 processor Intel 486DX/33 processor Intel 486DX/50 processor Intel 486DX2/50 processor Intel 486DX2/66 processor Intel Pentium OverDrive processor Intel Heat sink’ Tennmax Trading Corp.
Replacing the Processor Chip Follow these steps to replace the processor chip: 1. Use the illustration on page 4-5 to locate the microprocessor on the system board. The microprocessor chip may be inserted in a ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) socket. caution Make sure you ground yourself by touching the metal surface on the inside of the computer’s back panel before you touch the processor chip. Then remain as stationary as possible while you install it. Do not touch the pins on the processor chip.
Note The 486SX/25 microprocessor may be soldered onto an adapter board that is seated in the socket. Remove the adapter board as described above. 4. Remove the replacement chip from its package and inspect the pins. If they are bent, do not install the processor chip. Contact your vendor for a new microprocessor. 5. Position the processor chip over the socket, aligning the notched edge of the chip (marked with a dot) with pin 1 on the socket, as shown below.
If you are installing a 486 chip rather than a Pentium OverDrive processor, you’ll see an extra row of holes around the outside of the socket. The 486 chip will not fit into the outside row of holes. 7. If your system has a ZIF socket, secure the processor chip by pressing the ZIF handle back to the closed position. 8. If you are upgrading from a 486SX processor to a DX, DX2, or Pentium OverDrive processor, you need to change the jumper settings of J17 and Jl9.
Post-installation Procedures After you install or remove options such as memory modules or a microprocessor, you must run SETUP to update the computer’s configuration. See Chapter 2 for instructions. Additionally, you may need to add some commands to your configuration files. See your operating system manual and the manual that came with your optional equipment.
Chapter 5 Installing and Removing Drives This chapter describes how to install and remove optional drives in your computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including hard disk drives, a diskette drive, a tape drive, a CD-ROM, or an optical drive. Although your drive may look different from the ones illustrated here, you should be able to install it the same way. Your computer can hold up to four mass storage devices.
Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Internal Drive Bay Your computer may have a hard disk drive already installed in the internal drive bay. If not, you can install a 1-inch high by 3½-inch wide drive in this bay. This section includes steps for the following procedures: Removing the mounting frames from the hard disk drive (if necessary) Connecting the hard disk drive cables Installing the hard disk drive under the mounting bracket installing the hard disk drive above the mounting bracket.
If there are mounting frames attached to your hard disk drive, remove them before you install the drive. Follow these steps: 1. On your drive, there may be a plastic guiderail and metal grounding plate attached to one of the mounting frames. If so, remove the screws securing them to the mounting frame and remove the guiderail and grounding plate. 2. Then remove the two screws securing each mounting frame to the drive and remove the frames.
Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Cables To connect the hard disk drive to the computer, you need to connect two cables: the hard disk drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable. The hard disk drive ribbon cable is attached to your system board. If you need to remove it for any reason, see “Connecting the drive cable to the system board,” below, for instructions on reconnecting the cable to the system board.
2. Locate the hard disk drive connector on the system board. 3. Position the system board connector end of the cable so that the red wire aligns with pin 1 of the connector on the system board. There is a “1” printed on the system board to identify pin 1. 4. Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over the pins in the system board connector; then push in the cable connector.
Connecting the drive and power cables to the drive Follow the steps below to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable to the drive: 1. Locate the hard disk drive connector on the end of the hard disk drive ribbon cable. 2. Locate pin 1 on the drive connector. If you do not see it on the connector casing, turn the drive over so you can see the drive’s circuit board, as shown below. There is a “1” or “2” printed on the board to identify the side of the connector containing pin 1. 3.
5. Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply. (They have multi-colored wires and a plastic connector on the end.) 6. Position the power supply cable connector so that its notched corners line up with the notched corners of the power supply connector on the hard disk drive. 7. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the connector. Caution If you do not align the cable connector correctly, you could severely damage your hard disk drive when you push it in.
Installing the Hard Disk Below the Mounting Bracket If you have a 1-inch tall hard disk drive, you can install it below the hard disk drive mounting bracket. Refer to the illustrations below and follow these steps: 1. Remove the screw securing the mounting bracket to the base of the computer, as shown below. 2. Slide the mounting bracket toward the diskette drive bays, as shown above, until the slots clear the tabs. 3. Lift the mounting bracket out of the computer and set it aside.
4. Align the hard disk drive so the cables lead toward the diskette drive bays and the four screw holes on the base of the drive are above the four pegs, as shown below. 5. Gently lower the drive over the pegs. When the pegs are inserted in the mounting holes on the base of the hard disk drive, the drive will not move from side to side. Note If the drive isn’t seated correctly on the pegs, you may not be able to close the cover all the way.
6. Lower the mounting bracket over the hard disk drive, making sure that the slots in the mounting bracket fit over the tabs on the base of the computer. 7. Slide the bracket toward the side of the computer, as shown below, until the tabs hold the bracket in place. 8. Secure the mounting bracket with the screw.
Installing the Hard Disk On the Mounting Bracket You can install a hard disk drive on top of the mounting bracket rather than under it. Refer to the illustration of the mounting bracket on page 5-8 and the one below while following these steps: 1. Remove the screw securing the mounting bracket to the base of the computer and slide the mounting bracket toward the diskette drive bays until the slots clear the tabs. (See the illustration on page 5-8.) 2. Lift the mounting bracket out of the computer. 3.
5. Secure the bracket to the drive with four screws. If you plan to install two hard disk drives make sure additional option cards do not exceed the power supply limitations. See Appendix A. Also, use flat-head screws to secure a second drive to the mounting bracket. You can purchase flat-head screws at any hardware store; request this size: #6-32UNC x 8 FH,M,+. Set the jumpers on both hard disk drives to indicate which is the master and which is the slave drive.
7. Secure the mounting bracket with the retaining screw. Note If the drive does not fit within the internal bay, you can move the mounting frame toward the diskette drive bays and align only one set of the slots on the mounting bracket with the tabs on the computer. In this case, insert the retaining screw in the front slot on the mounting bracket as shown below.
Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Internal Drive Bay To remove a hard disk drive, reverse the installation steps outlined above. Then disconnect the hard disk drive ribbon cable and the Rower supply cable from the back of the drive. When you disconnect the cables, grasp the connectors and pull them straight out so you do not bend the pins; do not pull on the cables. Use the screws to again secure the hard disk drive mounting bracket to the base of the computer.
Follow these steps to install a drive in the upper drive bay: 1. Remove the faceplate from the bay by pushing it forward, as shown below. Keep the faceplate in a safe place in case you remove a drive later (or you are installing a drive that you don’t need to access). 2. Remove any brackets or mounting frames from the drive. See page 5-3 for instructions.
3. Slide the drive into the bay until it is flush with the front of the computer. 4. Align the slots at the side of the drive bay with the mounting holes in the drive. Then secure both sides of the drive to the drive bay using the retaining screws.
Connecting the Drive and Power Cables To connect the drive to the computer, you need to connect both the drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable. Follow the steps below. 1. If you are installing a diskette drive, locate the diskette drive ribbon cable. (The connector in the middle of the cable is already connected to the system board.) 2. If you are installing a drive with a card-edge connector make sure you align the key-way (the plastic divider) with the gap in the drive connector, as shown below.
3. Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply. (They have multi-colored wires and a plastic connector on the end.) 4. Align the notched corners of the power supply cable connector with the notched corners of the drive’s power supply connector (such as the one shown below). Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the Connector. Caution If you do not align the cable connectors correctly, you could severely damage your drive when you push them in.
Removing a Drive from the Upper Drive Bay To remove a drive from the upper drive bay, follow these steps: 1. Remove both the ribbon cable connector and the power cable connector from the drive. 2. Remove the screws securing the drive. 3. Reach behind the drive and gently push it to the front of the bay; then pull it out of the slot. 4. Once you have removed the drive, replace the faceplate by inserting one side of the plate, then gently guiding the other side into place. You will hear it snap into place.
2. Identify pin 1 on the drive and align the connector so that the red wire is at pin 1, as shown below. Push in the connector. 3. Locate the multicolored power supply cable with the small connector. This cable is attached to the system board rather than the power supply. 4. Position the power supply cable connector so that the holes fit over all the pins. The red wire on the cable aligns with pin 1 identified at the power connector on the circuit board of the drive. Push in the connector.
Post-installation Procedures After you install or remove your drive(s) and replace the cover on your computer, you need to run SETUP to define the correct configuration for your newly installed drive. See Chapter 2 for instructions.
If you have any problems as you set up and use your computer, refer to this chapter. You can correct most problems by adjusting a cable connection, repeating a software procedure, or resetting the computer. The troubleshooting suggestions in this chapter are organized in general categories, such as “The computer will not start.” Within each category, a more specific problem is described with possible solutions. If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Authorized Epson Servicer.
Use these guidelines to locate information about your system: Serial number: Look on the back panel of the computer to find the serial number. System BIOS version: Restart your system. You’ll see the system BIOS version number displayed on the screen when your system performs power-on diagnostics. System configuration Start SETUP and select the System Summary option to see your system’s configuration. MS-DOS version: At the MS-DOS prompt, type VER and press Enter to see the MS-DOS version number.
The Computer Will Not Start The power light is on, but the computer does not start. Make sure the boot options in SETUP are set to access drive A. Then place a bootable diskette in drive A and turn on the computer again. Caution If you turn off the computer, always wait at least 20 seconds before turning it back on. This prevents damages to the computer's electrical circuitry. Also, your IDE driver may not be installed correctly.
You may have installed option cards that exceed the system’s power requirements. Check the power requirements in Appendix A. You may have installed a SIMM incorrectly. If the system doesn’t detect memory, it won’t start. Check that your SIMM(s) are securely installed in their sockets. If you replace the microprocessor, make sure the new processor chip is installed correctly. Also make sure the jumpers are set correctly and pin 1 on the chip is connected with pin 1 on the system board.
Your computer suddenly stops operating. You may have overloaded the power supply. See your option card manual(s) for the power requirements for your option card(s). Then check Appendix A to see if you have exceeded the option slot power limits. Keyboard Problems The screen displays a keyboard error message when you turn on or reset the computer. Make sure the keyboard is securely connected to the keyboard port and not the mouse port. Although these ports look alike, they cannot be used interchangeably.
Monitor Problems There is no display on the screen. Check that the monitor’s power switch is on and that its power light is on. Also, the computer may be in low-power standby mode. When you press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard, see if the monitor displays an image. The power light is on, but you still do not see anything on the screen. Press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard to see if the computer is in low-power standby mode. Also, check the brightness and contrast controls.
Diskette Problems You see a diskette error message. Reinsert the diskette, making sure you insert it all the way. If the drive has a latch, turn it down to secure the diskette. Also, check to see that you have inserted the right type of diskette in the drive. For example, make sure you are not inserting a high-density diskette in a double-density drive. If reinserting the diskette does not solve the problem, insert the diskette in another diskette drive of the same type.
Diskette Drive Problems A newly-installed diskette drive is not working properly. Make sure you have installed the drive correctly and check all the cable connections. You see a diskette drive error when you start your computer. Run the SETUP program and configure your system for the correct type of diskette drive. The diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises. Contact your Authorized Epson Servicer.
You see a hard disk drive error when you start your system. Run SETUP and check that your system is auto-sensing the correct drive type. If auto-sensing is enabled and SETUP displays information that does not match your drive, you may need to define your own drive type. See Chapter 2. If you’ve loaded the IDE driver, edit your CONFIG.SYS file so that the command line for your IDE driver is after any memory or disk management utility commands. Save your changes, then restart your system.
You have been using your hard disk drive successfully for some time but notice a reduction in performance. The data on the disk may have become fragment& back up all your data and use a disk compaction utility to reorganize the files on your disk. Check that your IDE driver is installed correctly (see Chapter 2). Make sure your CONFIG.SYS has not been altered and that it loads the IDE driver.
Software Problems Windows won’t Start after you installed the IDE driver. Reinstall the IDE driver, making sure you load the driver for DOS as well as for Windows. The application program does not start. Check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program and that it is installed correctly. If you do not have a hard disk, make sure the correct diskette is in the diskette drive. If you need help, contact your software manufacturer.
® ® Some software, like OS/2, UNIX, or NetWare 3.11, needs a minimum of 8MB to 16MB of RAM to work correctly. Check your software documentation for the minimum memory requirements. If necessary, add additional memory using the instructions in Chapter 4. Printer Problems The printer does not work at all. Check that the printer has power and is properly connected to the computer. Also make sure your printer has paper in it. The printer prints garbled information.
The computer may also have some jumpers that must be set for the option card to work properly. See Chapter 4 for system jumper information. Your system may need to operate at the slower processor speed to access the device. Try reducing the processor speed (see chapter 3). Make sure you install option cards that meet the system’s power requirements. See Appendix A. Make sure the option card is not touching any other card.
Mouse Problems Your mouse isn’t working property or you see auxiliary device error message. Make sure the mouse cable is securely connected to the MOUSE port and not the keyboard (K/B) port. Also make sure you installed the mouse driver correctly (if necessary). See the documentation that came with your mouse for instructions. (Windows automatically installs a mouse driver when you install the program.
Also, you may not have changed the SETUP program or the jumpers to recognize the new cache. Make sure you have set the External cache option to Enabled and set both the System shadow and the Video shadow optionsto Enabled. See Chapter 4 for instructions on changing the jumper settings or information on installing external cache; see Chapter 2 for instructions on using the SETUP program.
Appendix A Specifications CPU and Memory 32-bit CPU Intel 486SX, DX, or DX2 processor upgradable to faster, more powerful processors, including the Pentium OverDrive Green PC energy saver Energy Star compliant, low-power standby mode (using less than 30 Watts) for the hard disk drive and the video signals the computer sends to the monitor; time periods selectable in SETUP System speed Fast and slow speeds available as described in the table below; speed selection through keyboard commands or jumper se
Memory 4MB RAM standard on a SIMM; expandable to 64MB using 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, and 32MB SIMMs; SIMMs must be tin-plated, 72-pin, 32-bit or 36-bit, fast-page mode type with access speed of 80ns or faster ROM 128KB Phoenix@ system BIOS, video BIOS, and SETUP code located in EPROM on main system board video RAM 1MB DRAM on main system board; expandable to 2MB using two ZIP chips Shadow RAM Supports shadowing of system and video BIOS ROM into RAM Memory relocation Supports relocation of 256KB of
Controllers Video Cirrus Logic GD5428 high speed super VGA local bus controller with True Color support Diskette Controller on main system board supports up to two diskette drives or one diskette drive and one tape drive Hard disk High-speed, 32-bit local bus IDE interface on main system board supports up to two IDE hard disk drives with built-in controller; BIOS provides hard disk auto-sensing function ® Interfaces Monitor VGA interface for fixed or multi-frequency monitor built into system board;
Mouse PS/2 compatible mouse interface built into main system board; 6-pin mini DIN connector Optional Optional IO-pin game port interface on system board; can control joy-stick functions with the addition of a port connector game port Option slots Three 16-bit, full-length and two 8-bit, half-length I/O expansion slots, ISA compatible, 8.
Other devices Half-height tape drive, CD-ROM, optical drive, or other storage device; 5¼-inch or 3½-inch with mounting frames Keyboard Detachable, two-position height; 101 or 102 sculpted keys; country-dependent main typewriter keyboard; numeric/cursor control keypad; four-key cursor control keypad; 12 function keys SETUP Program Stored in ROM; accessible by pressing F2 during boot System security User and supervisor level passwords (8 characters) available for system boot or diskette access Virus p
Power Supply Type 65 Watt, UL listed, fan-cooled Input ranges 100-240 VAC Maximum outputs +5 VDC at 7.5 Amps, -5 VDC at 0.1 Amps, +12 VDC at 2.0 Amps, -12 VDC at 0.2 Amps Frequency 50/60 Hz Cables Two to main system board; four to mass storage devices Option Slot Power Limits Maximun current +5 Volts -5 volts +12 volts -12 volts For all slots* 3.3 Amps 0.1 Amps 1.0 Amps 0.1 Amps * Based on a system containing one hard disk drive and one diskette drive.
Environmental requirements (continued) Condition range Operating Non-operating range Storage range Maximum wet bulb 68° F (20° C) 104° F(40° C) 134° F (57° C) Accoustical noise 46.2 dB N/A N/A Video Resolutions and Colors Resolution Color Vertical Frequencies (HZ) Remarks 256 60/72 8 bits/pixel 32K/64K 60 16 bits/pixel 16.8M (True Color) 60 24 bits/pixel 16 56/60/72 4 bit planes 1 256 56/60/72 8 bit/pixel 1 16 43.5/60/70/72 4 bit planes* 1 256 43.
Hard Disk Drive Types This computer comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature. When you press Enter with the cursor positioned on the Autotype Placed Disk option in SETUP, the system detects the type of hard disk drive you have installed and fills in the drive information using values in the following table.
Hard disk drive types (continued) Specifications A-9
Drive Option Information l Select 1 or none for the precomp value. lf neither of these options are available, select the maximum available precomp value.
DMA Assignments Specifications A-11
A-12 Specifications
System I/O Address Map Specifications A-13
A-14 Specification
Specifications A-15
A-16 Specifications
Speaker connector pin assignments (J21) Specifications A - 1 7
A-18 Specification
Specifications A-19
SIMM socket pin assignments (continued) Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin 17 A5 35 PD2 53 Signal DlO 71 18 A6 36 DPO 54 D26 72 Pin Signal NC Ground Active low logic Tested Operating Environments Although your system will run most software applications, the following operating environments have been tested for compatibility with your system. Microsoft MS-DOS 3.1 to 5.0,6.0, and 6.20 ® ® Novell DR DOS 6.0 Novell NetWare* 2.2,3.12, and 4.01 Novell NetWare Lite 1.1 IBM® OS/221 SCO UNIX release 3.
Options Available from Epson Many options for enhancing and supplementing this product are available from Epson, including the following: Monitors 14" VGA monochrome and color monitors 14" Extended color VGA monitor 17" and 20” Professional Series monitors Keyboards 101 or 102 USA 102 International language Mouse 6-pin PS/2-type mouse Mass storage devices 5.25 and 3.
Glossary Access speed The time it takes for a device, such as memory or a disk drive, to return data. For example, your computer’s SIMMs return data requested by the microprocessor at an access speed of 70ns. Address The location where information is stored in a computer’s memory. AUTOEXEC.BAT file The batch file your computer runs automatically whenever you load MS-DOS. It configures the installed system devices and sets various user preferences. See also Batch file. Base memory see Conventional memory.
Boot The process a computer performs to check its components and then load the operating system into memory. Bus A wire or group of wires that sends information between components in the computer. The speed of a bus increases by the number and width of the channels the bus uses to move data. Cache A high-speed memory buffer that stores frequently used data where your microprocessor can access it faster. Your computer includes 8KB of internal cache expandable to 256KB with external cache chips.
CPU Central Processing Unit. The primary device that interprets instructions, performs tasks, keeps track of stored data, and controls input and output operations. See also Microprocessor. Device driver A file containing instructions that allow your computer to recognize and communicate with a device. The device may be a printer, monitor, or other type of device. Display adapter card A circuit board that controls the way a monitor displays text and graphics, normally installed in an option slot.
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics. A type of hard disk drive interface in which the controller is on the drive instead of 0n a controller card. Your computer includes an interface on the main system board for up to two IDE hard disk drives. lnternal cache Cache memory built into your microprocessor. Your computer includes 8KB of internal cache. Jumper A small moveable plug that connects two pins on a device’s circuit board. Jumpers alter the operation of a particular function.
Main system board The circuit board inside your computer containing the circuitry and components your computer needs to operate. Math coprocessor A device that enables the computer to process mathematical calculations faster by using floating point numbers instead of whole numbers. Megabyte (MB) A unit used to measure storage space in a computer’s memory or on a disk. One megabyte equals 1024KB (kilobytes).
Parallel An interface that transmits data simultaneously over separate wires in a cable. See also Serial. Pathname The directory name(s) you specify to locate a file. For example, the pathname for the file SALES, stored in the subdirectory BUSINESS, is \BUSINESS\SALES.
Read/write head The physical device inside a disk or tape drive that reads data from and writes data to the magnetic surface of the disk or tape. Real-time clock A clock inside the computer that keeps track of the time and date, even when the computer is turned off, by using power from a backup battery. Refresh rate The frequency with which a monitor can redraw a screen image. The faster the refresh rate, the less the screen will flicker. Reset To restart a computer without turning it off.
Serial The type of communication that transmits data from a serial interface to a serial device over a single wire. See also Parallel. ShadowRAM The feature in your computer that copies the contents of the system, video, and external BIOS ROMs into the RAM area of memory to speed up processing. SIMM See Memory module. subdirectory In a hierarchical disk directory structure, a group of files in a directory within another directory or the root directory. SVGA Super VGA (Video Graphics Array).
VESA Video Electronic Standards Association. The standards set for a common hardware and software interface to super VGA video adapters; provides simplified software application access to VGA products. VGA Video Graphics Array. A high-resolution display adapter that provides a variety of video modes. Video card See Display adapter card. Write-protect To protect the data on a diskette from being changed by setting the write-protect switch on a 3.
Index A AC outlet, 1-3 Advanced Chipset Control option, 2-8 Advanced System Setup options, 2-6-7 Application programs compatibility, A-20 copy protected, 3-8 installing, 2-16 problems, 6-11 requiring slow speed, 3-8 running under MS-DOS 2-4 stopping, 3-5 Auto-sensing, 2-5, 6-9, A-3 AUTOEXEC.BAT file, 6-2 Autotype Fixed Disk option, 2-5 B Back panel, 1-3,4-2 Banks cache, 4-22,4-24 SIMM socket, 4-10 Base memory, 2-4 Battery, 2-2.
Configuration cache, 4-22 cache memory, 2-7 changing 2-1-2,2-15 drive, 2-5,5-21 files, 4-29,6-2,6-10 SIMM, 2-4,4-10 connecting drive cables, 5-4,5-6,5-17-20 keyboard, 1-3 monitor, 1-4-5 mouse, 1-4 power cord, 1-6 printer, 1-5-6 Connector diskette drive, 5-17-18, A-16 hard disk drive, 5-5-7, A-16 keyboard, 1-3, A-15 monitor, I-3-5, A-15 mouse, 1-4, A-15 option card riser board, A-17 option slot, A-18-19 optional game port, A-17 pin assignments, A-14-19 printer, 1-5-6, A-14 serial device, 1-6, A-15 speaker, A
Diskette Drive removing, 5-19 restricting access, 2-10,3-7,6-7, A-5 types, 2-5, 5-2, A-4 Diskette(s) access, controlling, 2-10, 3-7, 6-7, A-5 defective, 6-7 formatted, 6-7 inserting 3-4 key, 3-8, 6-11 label, 3-4 problems, 2-10, 6-7 release button 3-4 removing 1-9, 3-4 shutter, 3-4 type, 6-7 write-protected, 6-7 Display adapters, 2-4, 6-6 Display option SETUP, 2-4 DMA assignments, A-11 DOS, see MS-DOS Double-word I/O, 2-17, 6-8 DRAM video chips installing, 4-19 type, 4-19, A-2 Drivers local bus IDE, Intro-3,
Frequency, power supply, Ad FuI1-length option slots, A-4 Function keys, SETUP, 2-3 G Game port, optional, A-4, A-17 Green PC, Intro-1-3,2-2,2-13-14, 3-3, 6-5--6, 6-9, 6-11, A-1, A-3 Grounding plate, 5-3 yourself, 4-3, 4-20, 4-26 Guiderail 5-3 H Half-length option slots, A-4 Hard disk drive access light, 1-7 auto-sensing, 2-5--6,& 9, A-3 bays, 4-5,5-1-2,5-13--14 boot sequence, 2-8 cable, 5-2-7, 5-14, 5-18 configuration, 2-5--6, 5-21 connecting cables, 5-4, 5-6 connector, 5-5-7, A-16 controller, 4-7, A-3 d
J Jumpers cache, 4-8, 4-22-24 changing settings, 4-6-9 diskette drive controller, 4-7 hard disk drive, 5-2, 5-12, 6-8 location, 4-5--6 parallel port, 4-7 processor type settings, 4-8 serial ports, 4-7 K K/B port, Intro-1, 1-3, A-3, A-15 Key disk, 3-8, 6-11 Keyboard available options, A-21 checking connections, 6-5 Connecting 1-3 connector, 1-3, A-15 errors, 6-5 num lock, 6-5 pin assignments, A-15 port, Intro-1, 13, A-3, A-15 problems, 6-5 PS/2 compatible, Intro-1, 1-3, A-3, A-15 specifications, A-3 Keypad
Memory shadow, configuring, 2-7 Messages, error, 1-9, 2-10, 6-5, 6-7-10, 6-14 Microprocessor, see Processors Modem, 1-6 Monitor available options, A-21 brightness, 1-9, 6-6 cables, 1-3-4 connecting 1-4-5 connector, 1-3-5, A-15 contrast, 1-9, 6-6 Energy Star compliant, Intro-2, 2-13, 3-2, 6-5-6, A-1, A-3 power cord, 1-4-5, 6-6 power requirements, 1-5 power switch, 6-6 problems, 6-6 SVGA, 1-4-5 turning off, 1-10, 4-2 turning On, 1-8 VGA port, Intro-1, 1-3--4, 2-4 Mouse connecting, 1-4 connector, 1-4 driver, 1
P Parallel port connecting 1-5-6 controller, A-3 description, Intro-1 location 1-3 pin assignments, A-14 reassigning, 4-7 Password defining, 2-10 deleting, 2-11, 3-8 feature, Intro-2 on boot option 2-10--12 option, 2-11--12, 3-7 problems, 6-10 Supervisor, 2-10--12, 3-7,6-7, A-5 User, 2-10--12, 3-7,6-7, A-5 using, 3-7--8 Pause button, 1-8, 3-5 Pentium OverDrive heat sink/fan, 4-15, 4-25, 4-28, 6-4, A-4 jumper, 47-8 support, Intro-1-2, Intro-4 A-1-2, A-4, A-21 Physical format, hard disk, 6-9 Port keyboard, ln
Processors clock speed, 4-7 jumpers, 4-8 replacing 4-26-27 socket, 4-25 specifications, A-1 speed, 3-8, 4-7, A-1 supported, Intro-4 upgrading 4-25 PS/2 compatible, Intro-1, 1-3, A-3, A-15 R RAM, Intro-1, Intro-3, 2-4, 2-7, 6-12, A-2 Read/write errors, 6-10 slot, 3-4 Readme files, Intro-5,2-1, 2-18 Real-time clock, 2-4, A-2 RESET button, 1-7, 3-6, 6-1 Resolutions, see Video resolutions ROM, 2-2-3, 2-7, 2-15, A-2 RS-232C pork, A-3, see also Serial ports S safety instructions, iii-viii 1-1-2, 4-1 screen colo
SIMMs removing 4-13-14 sockets, 2-5, 4-5, 4-10-14, 6-13 tin-plated 4-11 type, 4-11, A-2 Slave hard disk drive, 5-12 Slot cover, 4-16 Slots, option, see Option slots Slow processor speed, 3-8--9, 6-11, 6-13, A-1 Sockets cache, 4-5, 4-22-23 microprocessor, 4-5, 4-25-26 optional video memory, 4-5 SIMM, 4-5, 4-10-14, 6-13 video, 4-5, 4-19, 4-21 ZIF, 4-26-27 ZIP, 4-19-21, A-2 Software, see Application programs Speaker, A-4, A-17 Speed, see Processor speed Speed light, 1-7, 3-8 SRAM chips, Intro-3, 4-22 Standby
U W User password, 2-10-12, 3-7,6-7, A-5 User-defined hard disk drive, 2-6 Utility, disk compaction, 6-10 Weight, computer, A-5 Width, computer, A-5 Windows mouse driver, 1-4, 6-14 pre-configured, Intro-3 video drivers, 2-16-17 Work environment, comfortable, 3-1 Write-protection, 6-7 V VGA port, Intro-1, 1-3-4, 2-4 Video BIOS, 6-2, A-2 card option.
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Caribbean Caribbean Computer Systems, Ltd. Bridgetown, Barbados Tel: (809) 429-7050 Fax: (809) 427-6089 Tel: (809) 427-5854 Fax: (809) 436-9870 North Atlantic Data Systems Hamilton, Bermuda Tel: (809) 295-7111 Fax: (809) 292-3834 The Computer Center Nassau, Bahamas Tel: (809) 328-0304 Fax: (809) 328-0307 Columbus Limited Grand Cayman, West Indies, B.W.1 Tel: (809) 949-8039 Fax: (809) 949-7537 Compusupplies, Ltd.
