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Contents Introduction Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating Systems and Other Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VGA Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System 1 Choosing a Location . . . . . . . .
Setting the Display Adapter Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Power-on Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Extended Memory Caching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Processor Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Keyboard and Speaker Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Real-time Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Hard Disk Drive Configuration . . .
Chapter 4 Enhancing System Operations Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch Files. . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Processor Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entering Keyboard Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the ESPEED Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reassigning the Diskette Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the AFDD Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Your Computer as a Network Server .
Microsoft/IBM OS/2 Presentation Manager, Versions 1.1 and 1.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microsoft Word,Version 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autodesk AutoCAD, Version 2.62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autodesk AutoCAD, Version 9.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autodesk AutoCAD, Version 10.0. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autodesk AutoCAD 386, Version 10.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B Installing and Removing Disk Drives Using the Correct Drive Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to Use This Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Jumpers for Two Hard Disk Drives . . . . . . . . Changing the Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Position. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D Troubleshooting Identifying Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Computer Won’t Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Computer Does Not Respond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Password Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix F Specifications CPU and Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controllers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard.. . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction The Epson® Equity® 386/25 PLUS is a high-performance personal computer which offers exceptional speed and convenience in a compact design. The computer’s 25 MHz 80386 microprocessor makes all your programs run extremely fast, even when supporting multitasking operations. Your system includes 2MB of internal memory, a built-in ‘VGA (video graphics array) display adapter, built-in parallel and serial interfaces, an IBM® PS/2™ compatible mouse port, and four standard option slots (three 16.
Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and adding optional devices compatible with the IBM Personal Computer, PC XT,™ or PC AT.“’ By adding memory modules to the main system board, you can expand the computer’s memory up to 16MB. Memory modules are efficient because they eliminate the need to use an option slot to add memory to your system. Your computer can also access memory on modules faster than memory on an option card.
You can use virtually any application program designed for the IBM PC, PC XT, PC AT, or compatible computers on your Equity 386/25 PLUS. You may also use powerful 32-bit software-such as Microsoft Windows/386™-with your computer. VGA Utilities Epson has provided special VGA utilities and device drivers that you can use with certain standard VGA monitors and multi-frequency monitors.
Chapter 2 describes how to run the Setup program to define your computer’s configuration. Do this before you use your computer. You may need to do it again later if you change the configuration. Chapter 3 provides instructions for important operating procedures, such as using and caring for disks and disk drives. Chapter 4 describes specialized features you can use to enhance your system’s performance.
Where to Get Help Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a network of authorized Epson dealers and Customer Care Centers throughout the United States. Epson America provides product information and support to its dealers and Customer Care Centers. Therefore, we ask that you contact the business where you purchased your Epson product to request assistance. If the people there do not have the answer to your question, they can obtain it through our toll-free dealer support program.
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Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System Setting up your Equity 386/25 PLUS personal computer is easy. Just follow the eight steps in this chapter. As you set up your computer, you may want to leave this manual’s back cover foldout open so you can refer to the illustrations identifying the different parts.
Before you set up your computer, it’s important to choose a safe, convenient location that provides the following: ❏ A large, sturdy desk or table. The surface should be strong enough to support the weight of your system and all of its components. Select a location that allows plenty of space so you can work comfortably. ❏ A flat, hard surface. Soft surfaces like beds and carpeted floors attract static electricity, which can erase data on your disks and damage the computer’s circuitry.
2 Removing the Protector Card If you have a 5¼-inch diskette drive, there is a protector card in the diskette slot. This card is inserted at the factory to protect the read/write heads in the drive. To remove it, flip the latch up to pop the card out part way, then pull it out, as shown below. (If you have a second 5¼-inch diskette drive, be sure to remove the protector card from that drive as well.) Save the protector card.
3 Connecting a Monitor The procedure you use to connect your monitor to the computer depends on the type of monitor you have. If you have a VGA monitor (or a multi-frequency monitor with an analog connector), you can connect it to the computer’s built-in VGA port. See “Using the VGA Interface” below. If you have any other type of monitor, see “Using a Display Adapter Card” below. Using the VGA Interface Follow these steps to connect your VGA monitor to the VGA port on the computer: 1.
4. Examine the connector end of the monitor cable, and position the plug to match the orientation of the monitor interface (marked with a monitor icon). Then insert the plug into the port (the connector should fit in easily when properly oriented), as shown below. To avoid damaging the connector, take care not to bend the pins when inserting the plug. 5. If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them by hand or with a screwdriver, depending on the screw type.
6. Plug the monitor power cord into the monitor’s power inlet, as shown below. 7. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Using a Display Adapter Card If you are using a non-VGA monitor, you’ll need to install a display adapter (video) card in one of the computer’s option slots before you can connect the monitor. (Your dealer may have already installed the video card for you.) If the video card has not yet been installed, you’ll need to follow the step-by-step instructions in Chapter 5 to install an option card. But first, check the following table to make sure your display adapter card and monitor are properly matched.
Once you have installed your video card, return to this section to connect your monitor to the computer. If your monitor came with its own manual, follow the instructions there. Otherwise, you can follow the steps in “Using the VGA Interface” above; just insert your monitor connector into the video card port instead of the built-in VGA port. 4 Connecting a Printer or Other Device Your computer has both parallel and serial interfaces.
Once you have the correct printer cable, follow these steps: 1. Place the printer next to the computer with the back panels of both components facing you. 2. One end of the printer cable has a 25pin, D-shell connector. Position the plug to match the orientation of the parallel interface (marked with a special icon). Then insert the connector into the port, as shown below. If the plug has retaining screws, tighten them by hand or with a screwdriver, depending on the screw type.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the printer, as shown below. 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 three-prong, 120-volt, grounded electrical outlet.
Using the Serial Interface If you have a printer, a modem, or other peripheral with a serial interface, you can connect it to the serial (RS-232C) port on the back of the computer. The serial port uses a DB-9P connector, so be sure you have a compatible cable. To connect a serial device, follow the same steps as above for connecting a parallel device but insert the connector into the serial port, marked with a special icon, as shown below.
5 Connecting the Keyboard Follow these steps to connect the keyboard: 1. Hold the keyboard cable connector so the arrow indicator on the housing faces up. Insert the plug into the appropriate socket, marked with a keyboard icon, as shown below.
2. You can raise the keyboard by adjusting the legs on the bottom. To change the angle of the keyboard, turn it over and flip each leg upward until it locks into place, as shown below. 6 Connecting the Mouse Your computer has an auxiliary port for an IBM PS/2 compatible mouse that uses a miniature DIN (6-pin) connector. If you have purchased a mouse with this type of connector, you can connect it to the built-in port on your computer.
mouse connector Once you have connected a mouse, you may need to add commands to your MS-DOS CONFIG.SYS file to enable your computer to use a mouse. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual and the manual that came with your mouse for instructions.
7 Connecting the Power Cord Follow these steps to connect the power cord: 1. Plug the power cord into the AC power inlet on the back panel, as shown below. WARNING To avoid an electric shock, be sure to plug the cord into the computer before plugging it into the wall socket. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-prong, 12O-volt, grounded electrical outlet.
8 Turning On the Computer After you set up your system, you’re ready to turn on the power. But first, read the following safety rules to avoid accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself: 0 Do not unplug cables from the computer when the power is on. ❏ Never turn on the computer with a protector card in the diskette drive. ❏ Never turn off or reset your computer while a disk drive light is on. This can destroy data stored on disk or make an entire disk unusable.
3. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral devices connected to the computer. 4. To turn on the computer, press the power button located on the right side of the front panel, as shown below. The power indicator below the button lights up. After a few seconds, the computer starts to perform a diagnostic self test-a series of checks it completes each time you turn it on to make sure everything is working correctly.
When the system has successfully completed its self test, you see a prompt to insert a system diskette. (Do not insert a diskette at this point.) If necessary, use the controls on your monitor to adjust the brightness and contrast until characters on the screen are clear and at a comfortable level of intensity. If your monitor has horizontal and vertical hold controls, you may need to use them to stabilize the display.
Chapter 2 Running the Setup Program The first time you use your Equity 386/25 PLUS, you need to run the Setup program on the Reference diskette to define the computer’s configuration. This is a simple procedure you must do at least once. (You may need to do it again later, if you change the configuration.
Automatic Configuration The Equity 386/25 PLUS automatically defines your system’s memory configuration and recognizes a math coprocessor, if you have installed one. It also detects and configures most of the devices you have installed in your system. For this reason, you may not need to change any of the default settings in the Setup program. However, you should check each of the options on the Setup menu to verify that the settings are correct for your configuration.
Slide the diskette into the drive until it is in all the way. Then turn the latch down to lock it in a vertical position. (For more instructions on inserting and removing diskettes, including 3½-inch diskettes, see Chapter 3.) 3. Turn on your system. (Remember to turn on your monitor and any peripherals before you turn on the computer.) The screen displays the Operation Menu: If an error message appears when you turn on the computer, see “Continuing From an Error Message,” below.
4. The Setup option is highlighted. To select it, press Enter. The screen displays the main Setup menu: Exit Display Password Cache memory Processor speed Keyboard / Sound Real-time clock Hard disk drive Diskette drive Serial/Parallel Continuing From an Error Message If your computer has never been set up, you may see an error message, such as the following: 162 - System options not set (Run SETUP in REFERENCE DISK) (Resume = "Fl" key) If you see an error message like this one, follow these steps: 1.
The error message beside the diamond indicates the condition causing the error. There may be more than one error listed in the message. Here are some of the error messages you may see: Time is invalid HDD and/or HDC failed initialization Memory size is incorrect, correction made Cacheable range is adjusted Incorrect configuration Checksum is incorrect HDD is incorrect Some errors, such as Time is invalid, do not allow you to set a default value, so the screen does not display the Set default value prompt.
You should check all the settings in the Setup program to make sure they are correct for your system. The default value for the setting that caused the error may not be the correct one for your configuration. Moving the Cursor Block Use and to move the cursor block (the highlighted bar) through the options on the main Setup menu. After you highlight the option you want, press Enter to select it.
Setting the Display Adapter Type The Setup program can usually detect the exact type of display adapter you are using with your computer. If you have connected a VGA monitor to the built-in VGA port, the Setup program automatically sets the display adapter type. (With this option you select the type of display adapter you are using-not the type of monitor.) If you have installed a display adapter card-or you just want to check the display adapter setting-follow these steps. 1.
2. To change the display adapter setting, press Enter. The cursor block moves into the submenu and you see an additional menu on the right side: CGA 40 column CGA 80 column Monochrome 80 column EGA,MCGA,VGA or other 3. Press Enter to move the cursor block into this submenu and then use or to highlight the option that matches your display adapter type.
Note 4. After you highlight the appropriate display adapter type, press Enter. The screen displays your new setting. 5. Highlight * * * SAVE SETTING * * * and press Enter to return to the main Setup menu. Setting the Power-on Password A power-on password is a feature that lets you control who can access your system. However, you do not need to set a power-on password to use your computer. If you do not want to set a password, skip this section.
Follow these steps to set a power-on password and turn on network server mode (if necessary): 1. At the main Setup menu, highlight Password. This submenu appears: Power-on password Network server mode OFF 2. Press Enter. The cursor block moves to power-on password. 3. Press Enter. The cursor block moves to an empty box: 4. To enter a password, type any combination of characters (including letters, numbers, and blank spaces) up to a total of seven characters.
If you want to return to the password submenu without saving any changes, press Esc. 5. After you enter a password, press Enter to return to the password submenu. 6. If you want to change the network server mode setting, highlight Network server mode . To turn network server mode on or off, press Enter. You must set a power-on password to turn on network server mode.
Setting the Extended Memory Caching Extended memory caching allows your system to work much faster. When you cache portions of memory, the computer copies information from that memory into a high-speed cache buffer. Your system can find information more quickly in the cache buffer than when it looks for it in the system memory. This greatly improves the speed at which your system performs. Note Caching is active only when your computer is operating at 25 MHz (high) speed.
The table indicates the range of extended memory currently installed in your system. You see ON or OFF in the first area because your system comes with 2MB of memory and the extended memory area from 1MB to 2MB can be cached. If you installed additional memory, you see ON or OFF for each additional megabyte of memory you have installed. The shaded areas indicate ranges of memory that are not installed. If your extended memory cache setting is correct, you can skip the rest of this section. 2.
Setting the Processor Speed Your computer’s processor can operate at two speeds: high or low. High speed is 25 MHz and low speed simulates 8 MHz. The processor is set to operate at high speed (where it can access memory faster) unless you change it to low or set the speed to change automatically (when necessary). When the computer is running at high speed, the TURBO indicator on the front panel is illuminated.
If the displayed setting is correct, skip this section, 2. To change the processor speed, press Enter. The cursor moves into the submenu and you see another menu: (High is 25 MHz, Low simulates 8 MHz, and Automat i c tells the computer to switch from high to low when accessing a diskette drive.) 3. Press Enter to move the cursor block into the option menu. 4. Use or to highlight the speed you want and press Enter. 5. Highlight ** SAVE SETTING * * and press Enter to return to the main Setup menu.
When num lock mode is on, you can use the numeric keys on the keypad to enter numbers. The initial num lock option in the Setup program determines whether num lock is on or off when you turn on your computer. To turn num lock mode off, just press Num Lock. The Num Lock light (on the keyboard) goes out and num lock is disabled until you turn the computer off or until you press Num Lock again. The next time you turn on your computer, num lock returns to the setting you selected in the Setup program.
2. To change any of the settings, press Enter. The cursor block moves into the submenu and the Speaker option is highlighted. 3. To enable or disable the speaker (turn it on or off), press Enter. 4. To turn the initial num lock setting on or off, highlight Initial num lock and press Enter. 5. To change the keyboard repeat rate, highlight KB repeat rate. You see the following option menu: 6. Press Enter to move the cursor block into the menu. 7. Use or to highlight the speed you want and press Enter.
Follow these steps to set the real-time clock: 1. At the main menu, highlight Real-time c l o c k . I f the time and date have been previously set, the current settings appear: Time Date 09:16:52 12-29-1990 If the time and date are correct, you can skip the rest of this section. If the time and date are incorrect, go to step 2 below. If the time and date have never been set, the submenu contains a template for you to fill in: Time Date xx:xx:xx xx-xx-xxxx 2.
4. Using a 24-hour clock, enter the time in the exact format shown in the box. Type two digits for each part; the Setup program automatically inserts the colons ( : ). For example, to set the time to 1:30 p.m., you would type the following: 133000 You can use the backspace key to make corrections. When the time is correct, press Enter. If you enter an invalid time-for example, a number greater than 23 for the hours or greater than 59 for the minutes or seconds-the computer ignores your entry. Try again. 5.
Note The Setup program automatically saves the time and date when you press Enter after typing each one. If you then exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the new time and date still take effect. Setting the Hard Disk Drive Configuration If your computer came with a factory-installed hard disk, your hard disk configuration has already been set and you can skip this section. If you installed or removed a hard disk, follow these steps to set the computer’s hard disk configuration: 1.
If a setting is incorrect, or if you want to see more details about your hard disk configuration, go to step 2. 2. Press Enter. You see a menu such as the following: The submenu lists the settings you can change for each drive: the number of cylinders, the number of read/write heads, the number of sectors, the precompensation cylinder, and the landing zone (the cylinder on which you park the heads when moving the computer). It also displays the total storage capacity in megabytes. 3.
5. If you have disconnected the drive or if the drive does not exist, highlight None and press Enter. All the drive settings become 0. Go to step 8. If your hard disk matches one of the drive types listed in the Hard Disk Drive Types table, go to step 6. If your hard disk does not match one of the drive types listed in the Hard Disk Drive Types table, go to step 7. 6. Highlight Type and press Enter.
The same parameter is highlighted on the submenu above. Enter the correct number of cylinders and press Enter. The information for Number of cylinders is automatically updated on the submenu above and you see the next parameter, Number of heads. Enter the correct number of read/write heads for the hard disk and press Enter. Follow this same procedure for each remaining item in the settings list (the number of sectors, the precompensation cylinder, and the landing zone).
Hard Disk Drive Types The following table lists the types of hard disk drives you can use in your computer. Check this table and the documentation supplied with your hard disk to find the correct number for the type of hard disk drive(s) installed in your computer. You need to enter this number when you set the hard disk drive configuration in the Setup program.
Hard disk drive types (continued) Running the Setup Program 2-25
Setting the Diskette Drive Type(s) Your Equity 386/25 PLUS probably came with one factoryinstalled diskette drive. If you added a second diskette drive or removed one, you may need to change the diskette drive settings to match your configuration. If you haven’t made any changes, you can verify your drive type settings. Follow these steps: 1. At the main menu, highlight Diskette drive.The current settings appear: Drive A: Drive B: 1.
4. Use or to highlight the correct capacity for your diskette drive and press Enter. The screen displays the type you selected. If you want to enter the type for another diskette drive, return to step 3. 5. When the diskette drive settings are correct, highlight ** SAVE SETTINGS * * and press Enter. The cursor block returns to the main Setup menu and you see the updated information for drives A and B.
Follow these steps to change your built-in serial and parallel interface settings: 1. At the main menu, highlight Serial/Parallel.The current settings for each port appear: Serial Parallel Primary Primary 2. Press Enter to move the cursor block into the submenu. You see this additional option menu: Disabled Primary Secondary 3. If you want to change the serial port setting, be sure Serial is highlighted and press Enter.
If you want to change the setting for the other port, return to step 3. 5. When the serial and parallel port settings are correct, highlight ** * SAVE SETTINGS *** and press Enter. The cursor block returns to the main Setup menu and you see your updated serial and parallel interface settings. Reviewing Your Settings When you finish using the Setup program to define your computer’s configuration, use to highlight Exit at the main Setup menu and press Enter.
There are two more Setup summary screens you need to check. To display the next screen, press PgDn. You see the following: Real-time clock 13:40:38 Time Date 12-29-1990 coprocessor not installed Diskette drive Drive A: Drive B: 1.2 MB None Speaker Initial num lock Keyboard repeat rate Enabled Serial Parallel Primary Primary Normal If you have never set the real-time clock, the entry at the top of the screen flashes to remind you to set the time and date.
Check each Setup summary screen to see if all the information is correct. You can press PgUp to display the previous screen or PgDn to display the next screen. If anything is incorrect, be sure Change settings is highlighted and press Enter. The main Setup menu appears and you can change the appropriate settings. Leaving the Setup Menu If you did not change any settings or you want to cancel the changes you made, highlight Exit without saving at a Setup summary screen and press Enter.
If the computer displays an error message while it is starting up, run the Setup program again and check the setting the error message indicates. If the computer still displays an error message after you check your Setup program settings, see Appendix D or E, or ask your dealer for assistance. Note Be sure to make a backup copy of your Reference diskette after you run the Setup program and install MS-DOS. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on how to copy diskettes.
Chapter 3 Using Your Computer This chapter briefly describes the following procedures for using your computer: ❏ Installing MS-DOS or another operating system ❏ Copying the Reference and Utility diskette files ❏ Using special keys on the keyboard ❏ Stopping a command or program ❏ Resetting the computer ❏ Using a power-on password ❏ Using disks and disk drives.
Copying the Reference and Utility Files If you have a hard disk, you’ll probably want to copy some of the files on your Reference and Utility diskettes to the hard disk. This allows you to run the programs directly from your hard disk instead of having to insert a diskette. Use the COPY command (described in your MS-DOS Reference Manual) to copy the following files from the Reference diskette to your hard disk: AFDD.EXE HDSIT.VER ESPEED.EXE ROMBIOS.COM HDSIT.
Special Keys on the Keyboard Certain keys on your keyboard serve special functions when your computer is running MS-DOS or application programs. The keyboard layout is shown below, and special keys are described in the table. function keys A main character keys cursor keys numeric keypad Key functions Key Purpose Moves the cursor one tab to the right in normal mode and one tab to the left in Shift mode.
Key functions (continued) Key Purpose Alt Works with other keys to enter alternate character codes or functions. +-Backspace Moves the cursor back one space, deleting the character to the left of the cursor. J Enter Ends a line of keyboard input or executes a command. insert (Ins) Turns the Insert function on and off. Delete (Del) Deletes the character marked by the cursor. Home, End Page UP (PgUp) Page Down (PgDn) Control cursor location.
Stopping a Command or Program You may sometimes need to stop a command or program while it is running. Many programs provide a command you can use to cancel or even undo an operation. If you have entered an MS-DOS command that you want to stop, try one of the following commands: ❏ Hold down the Ctrl key and press C. ❏ Hold down the Ctrl key and press Break. These methods may also work in your application program. If not, you may need to reset the computer as described below.
Caution Do not reset the computer as a means to exit a program. Some programs classify and store new data when you exit a program in the normal manner. If you reset the computer without properly exiting a program, you may lose data. To reset the computer, MS-DOS must be either on the hard disk or on a diskette in drive A; so if you do not have a hard disk, insert the Startup diskette in drive A.
Using a Power-on Password If you set a power-on password when you ran the Setup program, you must enter it every time you turn on or reset the computer. Follow these steps to use your password: 1. If you do not have a hard disk, insert your Startup diskette in drive A. 2. Turn on or reset the computer. The screen displays a key prompt: 3. At the key prompt, type your power-on password. The key turns when you type a character, but the screen does not display the characters you type. Then press Enter.
Note If you do not know the correct password, see “Password Problems” in Appendix D. Changing a Power-on Password To change your power-on password, follow these steps: 1. If you do not have a hard disk, insert your Startup diskette in drive A. 2. Turn on or reset the computer. At the key prompt, enter your current power-on password followed by a forward slash (/). After the slash, enter the new password you want to use.
Next time you turn on or reset the computer, use the new password. Deleting a Power-on Password To delete your power-on password, follow these steps: 1. If you do not have a hard disk, insert your Startup diskette in drive A. 2. Turn on or reset the computer. At the key prompt, enter your current password followed by a forward slash. For example, if your password is 123, type: 123/ 3. Press Enter. A happy face character appears and then the computer loads MS-DOS.
Using Disks and Disk Drives The disk drives in your computer allow you to store data on disk, and then retrieve and use your stored data. This section explains how disks work and tells you how to: ❏ Use different types of diskettes and diskette drives ❏ Care for your diskettes and diskette drives ❏ Write-protect diskettes ❏ Use a single diskette drive system ❏ Insert and remove diskettes ❏ Format diskettes ❏ Make backup copies ❏ Use a hard disk drive.
A disk is further divided by sectors, which are similar in shape to pie slices. The figure below provides a simple representation of tracks and sectors. Double-sided, double-density diskettes have either 40 or 80 tracks on each side, and double-sided, high-density diskettes have 80 tracks on each side. Diskettes can have 8,9,15, or 18 sectors per track. A hard disk consists of two or more platters stacked on top of one another and thus has four or more sides.
Your computer uses the read/write heads in a disk drive to store and retrieve data on a disk. To write to a disk, the computer spins it in the drive to position the disk so that the area where the data is to be written is under the read/write head. A diskette has an exposed area where the read/write head can access it. Because data is stored magnetically, you can retrieve it, record over it, and erase it-just as you play, record, and erase music on a cassette tape.
❏ 360KB drive–Use 5¼-inch, double-sided, double-density, 48 TPI, 360KB diskettes. (You can also use single-sided, 160KB or 180KB diskettes.) These diskettes contain 40 tracks per side and 8 or 9 sectors per track. With 8 sectors per track, a diskette holds up to 320KB. With 9 sectors per track, a diskette holds up to 360KB of information, which is approximately 150 pages of text. ❏ 720KB drive–Use 3½-inch, double-sided, double-density, 135 TPI, 720KB diskettes.
3½-inch drive/diskette compatibility Drive type Diskette types it can read from and write to 720KB 720KB 1.44MB 1.44MB, 720KB Because of these incompatibilities, always indicate the diskette type and density when you label your diskettes. (Usually this information appears on the manufacturer’s label.) If you have any combination of the above drives (1.44 MB, 1.2MB, 720KB, or 360KB), you can copy files from one drive to another-using COPY or XCOPY–as long as the correct diskette type is in each drive.
❏ Keep diskettes away from dust and dirt. Small particles of dust or dirt can scratch the magnetic surface, destroy data, and ruin the read/write heads in a diskette drive. ❏ Never wipe, brush, or try to clean diskettes in any way. ❏ Keep diskettes in a moderate environment. They work best at normal room temperature and in normal humidity. Don’t leave diskettes sitting in the sun, or in extreme cold or heat. ❏ Keep diskettes away from magnetic fields. (Remember that diskettes store information magnetically.
Write-protecting Diskettes You can write-protect a diskette to prevent its data from being altered. When a diskette is write-protected, you can read it and copy data from it, but you cannot store new data on it or delete any files it contains. If you try to change data stored on a writeprotected diskette, MS-DOS displays an error message. To write-protect a S/t-inch diskette, cover the small, rectangular notch (shown below) with an adhesive write-protect tab.
On a 3½-inch diskette, the write-protect device is a small switch on the back of the diskette in the lower right comer, shown below. To write-protect a 3½-inch diskette, slide the switch toward the edge of the diskette until it clicks into position, exposing a hole in the comer. To remove the write protection, slide the switch toward the center of the diskette until it clicks into position and the hole is covered. Note Some program diskettes have no notch or switch so they are permanently write-protected.
Using a Single Diskette Drive System MS-DOS expects the computer to have at least two diskette drives and displays prompts and messages accordingly. Usually, MS-DOS recognizes the first diskette drive (the top drive) as A and a second diskette drive as B. If you have only one diskette drive, MS-DOS can treat it as both A and B when you need to perform operations that normally require two diskette drives.
Note You can bad MS-DOS from an application program diskette if that diskette contains the operating system. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for information about creating a system diskette. Inserting and Removing Diskettes If you have a 5¼-inch diskette drive, insert a diskette as follows: hold the diskette with the label facing up and the read/write slot leading into the drive, as shown below. Slide the diskette into the slot until it is in all the way.
If you have a 3¼-inch diskette drive, insert the diskette with the label facing up and the metal shutter leading into the drive, as shown in the following illustration. Slide the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. When you want to remove the diskette, make sure the drive light is off; then press the release button. When the diskette pops out, remove it and store it properly. Caution Never remove a diskette or reset or turn off the computer while a diskette drive light is on.
Formatting Diskettes Before you can store data on a new diskette, you must format it using the FORMAT command. Formatting prepares the diskette so that MS-DOS can write data on it. You need to do this only once, before you use the diskette for the first time. You can also reformat previously used diskettes to store new data. This process erases all the data on the diskette, so be sure you do not want to save any of the files on a diskette before you format it.
❏ You can use the BACKUP command to back up hard disk files to diskettes. Because BACKUP can split large files across two or more diskettes, it makes more efficient use of diskette space than COPY or XCOPY. It also allows you to back up files that are larger than the capacity of your diskettes. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on using these commands. Using a Hard Disk Drive Using a hard disk is similar to using a diskette.
Backing up the hard disk While the hard disk is very reliable, it is essential to back up your hard disk files to diskettes in case you lose some data accidentally. Make copies of all your system and application program diskettes before copying the programs to the hard disk. After you create data files on the hard disk, be sure to copy them to diskettes whenever you revise them to keep your backup diskettes up-to-date.
Follow these steps to run HDSIT: 1. Exit any program you are using and make sure the MS-DOS command prompt appears on the screen. 2. If you copied HDSIT to your hard disk (as described at the beginning of this chapter), type C : and press Enter to log onto the root directory of the hard disk. If you do not have a hard disk or you did not copy HDSIT to drive C, insert the Reference diskette in drive A. Then type A : and press Enter to log onto that drive. 3.
Chapter 4 Enhancing System Operations This chapter tells you how to use the following procedures to enhance the operation of your computer: ❏ Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and other batch files ❏ Changing the processor speed ❏ Reassigning the diskette drives ❏ Using your computer as a network server ❏ Using expanded memory beyond 640KB ❏ Using special VGA features. Using AUTOEXEC.
One batch file that you may find particularly useful is called AUTOEXEC.BAT. Every time you turn on your computer, MS-DOS looks for the AUTOEXEC.BAT file and automatically executes each of the commands. When you install MS-DOS, it automatically creates an AUTOEXECBAT file for you. To create or modify the file, you can use the same programs that you use to create any other batch file (COPY, EDLIN, or a word processing program that can save a file as a text-only file).
Some copy-protected programs require the computer to run at low speed while accessing the program on a diskette. These programs also usually require you to leave a key disk-the diskette that contains the copy protection-in the diskette drive. If you use a copy-protected program often, you may want to set your processor speed to change automatically to low speed when accessing the diskette and return to high speed when it is finished. There are different types of copy-protected programs.
If you frequently use programs that require the processor to operate at low speed or require the automatic speed change when your computer is accessing a diskette, use Setup to change the processor speed. See Chapter 2 for instructions. If you use these programs only occasionally, you should use the keyboard commands or the ESPEED program (described below) to change the processor speed.
To enter these commands, hold down the Ctrl key and the Alt key and press the +, -, or * key located cm the numeric keypad. The speed setting remains in effect until you press the RESET button or turn off the computer, or until you change it again using the Setup program, another keyboard command, or the ESPEED program, described below. Using the ESPEED Program The ESPEED program allows you to change the processor speed to high or low, or set the speed to change automatically.
The message tells you the switches you should use to set the speed to high, low, or automatic speed. At the MS-DOS prompt, type the ESPEED command again and include the appropriate switch, such as the following: ESPEED /A This command sets the processor speed to change to low speed automatically when the computer accesses a diskette. If you include the switch when you type the initial ESPEED command, the program changes the speed without: displaying the command options.
See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on creating and using batch files. Reassigning the Diskette Drives If your system has two diskette drives, they are connected inside your computer so that the top drive is A and the bottom drive is B. Because drive A is the “boot” drive, whenever you want to load the operating system or a bootable program from a diskette, you must insert the diskette into drive A. If both of your drives are the same type–5¼-inch, 1.
Using the AFDD Program The AFDD program reverses the current diskette drive assignments and resets the system. When you are done using the reversed drive assignments, you can use the AFDD program again to reassign the drives to their original configuration. The AFDD program is provided with your system on the Reference diskette. If you do not have a hard disk, insert your Reference diskette in drive A and log onto drive A before you enter the command to start the program.
If you are running the AFDD program from a hard disk, you can reassign the drives and reset the computer automatically. Type the following command and press Enter: AFDD /S The / S switch tells the AFDD program to reset the computer, load MS-DOS, and change the diskette drive assignments without displaying the message. Note You may want to run the AFDD program by including the command in a batch file. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on creating and using batch files.
When you enable a power-on password but do not use network server mode, you enter the password before the computer loads MS-DOS. Once you load MS-DOS, anyone can access your system by typing commands on the keyboard. However, if you enable a power-on password and turn on network server mode, you can load MS-DOS before you enter the password.
Using a Password in Network Server Mode When you turn on or reset the computer, it loads MS-DOS and you see either the MS-DOS command prompt or the first screen displayed by your networking software. You do not see the key prompt ( ) even though the computer is now waiting for you to enter the correct password. Follow these steps to enter your password: 1. Turn on or reset your computer. 2. Type your password and press Enter. The screen does not display what you type.
Using Expanded Memory Beyond 64OKB The Equity 386/25 PLUS comes with 2MB of random access memory. MS-DOS and your application programs that run under MS-DOS use the first 640KB of memory. You can use the unused memory above 640KB as extended memory, or you can use it as expanded memory, as described below. Expanded memory can be used by application programs (such as Lotus® l-2-3®) that support the Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded Memory Specification (LIM 4.0 EMS).
Using Special VGA Features Your built-in VGA (video graphics array) display adapter supports both standard VGA monitors and multi-frequency monitors with analog connectors in non-interlaced mode. The VGA adapter allows these monitors to operate in all standard VGA modes without requiring any special device drivers. However, if you want to use extended or super-extended VGA modes, you can install one or more of the device drivers provided on the Utility diskettes that came with your system.
The Utility diskettes that came with your system contain device drivers for various application programs that require them. The diskettes also provide the following special utilities: VGAMODE The VGAMODE utility provides 132-column text in text-based programs such as WordStar@ and WordPerfect? SETVGA The SETVGA utility sets the built-in VGA adapter to emulate the operation of a variety of graphics adapters.
Chapter 5 Installing and Removing Options You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding a variety of options, including the following: ❏ Option cards ❏ Memory modules ❏ A math coprocessor. An option card is a circuit board you install in your computer to add a particular function. Most option cards contain a device, such as a modem, or provide an interface, such as a connector to which you connect a monitor.
A math coprocessor speeds up the numeric calculations your computer performs when using certain application software. If you purchase a math coprocessor, it is a good idea to ask your dealer to install it for you, because it can be damaged easily. If you decide to install it yourself, follow the steps in this chapter. This chapter also explains how to change the jumper settings inside the computer.
4. Turn the computer around so you are facing the back panel. As shown below, the cover is secured by a large screw on the back panel. Turn the screw counterclockwise to unlock the cover. screw 5. The cover is also secured by two latches on the back of the cover near the comers. Press both latches inward and then lift up the cover from the back panel. You might meet some resistance from the grounding tabs along the inside of the cover.
6. 5-4 Pull the cover away from the front of the computer to completely remove it. Then set it aside.
7. Before you touch any of the components inside, touch the inside of the computer’s back panel, as shown below, to ground yourself and avoid an electric shock. WARNING Be sure to ground yourself to the inside back panel of the computer every time you remove the cover. If you are not properly grounded, you could generate an electric shock when you touch a component.
Changing the Jumper Settings If you change your computer’s configuration or need to alter the way it operates, you may need to change a jumper setting inside the computer. A jumper is a small electrical connector that controls one of the computer’s functions.
Setting the Jumpers Turn the computer so the back panel faces left and the front panel faces right. The illustration below shows the locations of the jumpers. A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper is placed on the pins. The jumper either connects pin A and the middle pin (position A) or connects pin B and the middle pin (position B), as shown below.
To move a jumper from one position to the other, use needlenose pliers or tweezers to pull it off its pins and gently move it to the desired position. Be careful not to lose the jumper. Caution Be careful not to bend the jumper pins or damage any surrounding components on the main system board. The following tables list the jumper settings and their functions.
Jumper settings for base memory 512KB A B 256KB B B * Factory settings Jumper settings for extended memory * Factory settings (a) Configured using 256KB SlMMs in all banks (b) Configured using four 1MB SlMMs in Bank 0 (c) Configured using eight 256KB SlMMs in banks 0 and 1 and eight 1MB SlMMs in banks 2 and 3 (d) Configured using eight 1MB SlMMs in banks 0 and 1 and eight 256KB SlMMs in banks 2 and 3 Installing and Removing Options 5-9
If you need to change any jumper settings, follow these steps: 1. Remove any option cards that may be blocking your access to the jumpers. See page 5-15 for instructions. 2. Change the jumper settings as necessary. 3. Replace any option cards you removed. See “Installing an Option Card,” below. 4. Follow the instructions on page 5-30 to replace the computer’s cover. Installing an Option Card Your computer has four standard option slots: three 16-bit slots and one B-bit access slot.
The illustration below shows the four standard option slots inside your computer. option card slots Slot 1 is designed for an B-bit option card and slots 2 through 4 are designed for 16-bit cards. As you can see below, a 16-bit card has an extra connector along the bottom.
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 B-bit cards in a 16-bit slot. However, you must follow these guidelines when deciding which slot to use: ❏ An 8-bit card with an additional tab along the bottom must go into an 8-bit slot. ❏ If you install a disk drive that uses a controller card, place the card as close as possible to the drive it is controlling. ❏ Some option cards must be installed in a specific slot.
3. Remove the retaining screw from the top of the metal option slot cover: hold on to the screw as you remove it so it doesn’t fall into the computer. Lift out the slot cover. Keep the screw to secure the option card to the computer. Store the slot cover in a safe place in case you remove the option card later. 4. Unpack the option card and adjust any switches or jumpers on it, if necessary. (Check the option card instructions.
5. Grip the card firmly by the top comers and position it at the top of the slot, as shown below. Make sure the connector pins point down and the component side faces the power supply inside the computer. power Supply 6. Insert the card into the slot, guiding it straight down. Once the connector pins reach the connector slot, push the card downward firmly (but carefully) to insert it fully. You should feel the card fit into place.
7. Secure the end of the card to the back of the computer with the retaining screw. 8. Follow the instructions at the end of this chapter to replace the cover. Then see “Post-installation Setup” following that section. Removing an Option Card If you need to remove an option card, follow these steps: 1. First, remove the cover from the computer. See page 5-2 for instructions. 2. Remove the screw securing the card to the back of the computer and pull it straight up and out of the slot.
4. If you are removing an option card that controls a mouse, you need to change the settings of jumpers JP10 and JP11 on the main system board. If you are removing a display adapter card you may need to change the settings of jumpers JP12 and JP14. See page 5-6 for instructions. 5. Replace the cover. See page 5-30 for instructions. Adding Memory Modules Your computer comes with 2MB of memory.
Installing Memory Modules There are 16 SIMM sockets on the main system board organized in four banks consisting of four sockets each. Each socket can contain one memory module. You must fill the sockets in any bank you use. Since each bank has four sockets, you must install four SIMMs to fill up the bank. The following table shows all the possible SIMM configurations for the Equity 386/25 PLUS. Do not install SIMMs in any other configuration.
Once you have determined where to add the memory modules, follow these steps to install them: 1. Remove the computer’s cover. See page 5-2 for instructions. 2. Turn the computer so that the back panel faces left and the front panel faces right. The SIMM sockets are located on the main system board just above the option slots, as shown below.
The sockets are labelled vertically as shown below. 3. If an option card is blocking access to the SIMM sockets, follow the steps on page 5-15 to remove the card(s).
4. Hold the SIMM so the component side is facing to the left and the metal connector pins are facing down. 5. To insert the SIMM in the socket, place it on the right side of the tabs at an angle, as shown below.
6. Gently push down on the SIMM and, at the same time, turn the top of the SIMM to the left until it is vertical and snaps into place between the tabs and the retaining posts. If the SIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it; pull it all the way out and try again. Make sure the SIMM is fully inserted into the socket and that the pins on the retaining posts protrude through the holes in both ends. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each SIMM you want to install. 8.
10. Follow the steps on page 5-30 to replace the computer’s cover. Then see “Post-installation Setup” (following that section) for instructions on configuring your computer for use with your new memory. Removing Memory Modules If you need to remove memory modules from your computer, have your dealer do it for you or follow the steps below. If you remove them yourself, check the table on page 5-17 to be sure you remove SIMMs from the correct sockets.
The SIMM sockets are labelled vertically as shown below. 3. If an option card is blocking access to the SIMM sockets, follow the steps on page 5-15 to remove it.
4. Use your fingers or two small screwdrivers to pull away the tabs that secure the SIMM at each end. Be careful not to pull the tabs too far, or they may break. As you pull away the tabs, the SIMM falls to the right at an angle.
When the SIMM is at an angle, release the tabs and carefully remove it from the socket. 5. Repeat step 4 for each SIMM you need to remove. 6. Set the appropriate jumpers to indicate the amount of memory you now have on SIMMs. See “Changing the Jumper Settings” on page 5-6 for instructions. 7. Replace any option card(s) you may have removed to access the SIMM sockets. See “Installing an Option Card” on page 5-10 for instructions. 8. Follow the steps on page 5-30 to replace the computer’s cover.
If you install it yourself, be sure to read the manual that came with your math coprocessor, if you received one. Then follow the steps in this section to install it in your computer. However, be sure to read all of the warnings and instructions carefully so you do not injure yourself or damage the coprocessor or your computer. Caution To avoid generating static electricity and damaging your math coprocessor, remain stationary as you install it.
The math coprocessor socket is located on the main system board to the right of the speaker, as shown below. speaker I math coprocessor socket 4. If an option card is blocking access to the math coprocessor socket, follow the steps on page 5-15 to remove it. 5. The math coprocessor socket is square and has three rows of pins on each side. The 80387 coprocessor fits into the inner two rows of pins. (The Weitek coprocessor or adapter fits into all three rows.
There is also a notched comer on the math coprocessor, as shown below. Align the notched corner of the coprocessor with the notched corner of its socket. The notched comers must be aligned for the coprocessor to fit into the socket, so be sure the alignment is correct before you proceed to the next step. Caution If you insert the math coprocessor in the wrong position, you could permanently damage it.
6. Line up the pins on the coprocessor with the inner two rows of holes in the socket. You should feel the pins drop into the holes when they are aligned properly. 7. Gently push the coprocessor into the socket, pressing evenly on all sides of the coprocessor, as shown below. If the coprocessor does not go in smoothly, do not force it; pull it all the way out and try again, keeping it straight as you insert it. Examine the coprocessor to be sure it is inserted all the way into the socket. 8.
Removing a Math Coprocessor If you need to remove a math coprocessor from your computer, contact your dealer for assistance. You need a special extracting tool to remove the coprocessor without damaging it. Do not attempt to remove it without this tool because you can easily damage it. After you remove the coprocessor, run the Setup program on your Reference diskette to configure your system for use without it. See Chapter 2 for instructions.
2. Insert the three tabs into the three notches in the back of the front panel of the computer. 3. Lower the back of the cover onto the computer and press down firmly on all edges of the cover to form a tight seal. 4. Turn the large screw on the back panel clockwise to secure the cover to the computer.
5. Reconnect the computer to the monitor, printer, keyboard, and any other peripherals you have. 6. Reconnect the power cable to the back of the computer and to an electrical outlet. Post-installation Setup After you install or remove a math coprocessor or memory modules, you need to run the Setup program on your Reference diskette so it can automatically update the computer’s configuration information.
Additionally, you may need to add some commands in your configuration files. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual and the manual that comes with your option card for instructions. You may also want to test a newly-installed option. Some options come with their own diagnostics test programs, and you can test others with the diagnostics programs on your Reference diskette.
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Appendix A Using the VGA Utilities Your computer has a Video Graphics Array (VGA) adapter built into the main system board which is 100% compatible with IBM VGA. This adapter allows you to use the computer with Epson VGA monitors, other brands of VGA monitors, and VGA compatible, multi-frequency monitors that use analog input (in non-interlaced mode only). The internal VGA is supported by the Chips and Technologies® SuperVGA 82C452 controller.
Note These utilities are intended for use only with the computer’s built-in VGA adapter. If you have installed a video card in one of the computer’s option slots, use the documentation and software that came with it. For further information on using the computer with a video card, see “Using a Display Adapter Card” in Chapter 1. This appendix describes the installation and operation of the software drivers and utility programs on the Utility diskettes that came with your computer.
Note To use the graphics display drivers in resolutions of 800 x 600 or 1024 x 768, you must have a multi-frequency monitor capable of displaying these resolutions. Standard VGA monitors do not have this capability. Besides the software drivers listed above, the Utility diskettes also include the following utility programs: o VGAMODE o SETVGA o MODETEST o WS33INST o SNOOZE.
Preparing to Install Drivers or Utilities Before you install any of the drivers or utilities on the Utility diskettes, follow these precautions: ❏ Make backup copies of the Utility diskettes using the DISKCOPY command or the Epson MENU utility. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions.) Store the original diskettes in a safe place and use your backup copies to install the software drivers and utilities on your hard disk.
Follow these steps to use the VGA driver setup program: 1. Insert the Utility 1 diskette in drive A. 2. Type A : and press Enter to log onto drive A. 3. At the A> prompt, type the following and press Enter: Setup You see the following: 4. Press any key. You see the main Setup menu. The menu lists the application programs for which VGA drivers are available, such as those shown below. Select any Application Driver to install Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft Windows/286 Version 2.
6. Press Enter to select the program. (To exit Setup and return to MS-DOS, press Esc.) You see a list of the display resolutions available for the program, such as the following: 7. Press or to highlight the resolution(s) you want to copy to your hard disk and press Enter. The word selected appears beside the resolution. You can copy as many resolutions as you want; just highlight each one and press Enter. 8. Once you have selected all of the resolutions you want, press End to begin copying them.
Many of the drivers require a specific pathname to operate properly. See the instructions given in this appendix for each application program you want to install before you enter a pathname. 9. To select the default pathname, press Enter. To change it, use Backspace to erase the default pathname and type a new one. Then press Enter. If the directory you chose already exists on the hard disk, Setup begins to copy the files. If not, you see a prompt such as the following: Create path [C:\WIN386] (Y/N) ? 10.
12. To continue copying the file (and overwrite the existing one with that name), press Y. Setup copies the new file to the hard disk and proceeds to the next file, if there is one. To keep the original version of the file, press N. The new file is not copied and Setup proceeds to the next file. 13. When all of the files are copied, you see a message giving further instructions and referring you to your User’s Guide for more details.
Installing the Drivers If you have already installed Windows/286 you must reinstall it along with the new driver. Follow these steps: 1. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Windows/286 drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, you can accept the default pathname or enter a different one. 2.
Microsoft Windows/386, Versions 2.03, 2.10, and 2.11 The following resolutions are available for Windows/386: ❏ 640 x 480, 16-color graphics ❏ 800 x 600,16-color graphics ❏ 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics ❏ 640 x 400,256-color graphics ❏ 640 x 480, 256-color graphics. Installing the Drivers If you have already installed Windows/386, you must reinstall it along with the new driver. Follow these steps: 1.
4. Then the program displays a list that includes the display adapter, keyboard type, and mouse that it has detected in your computer. Press 1 to highlight VGA and press Enter. 5. The program shows a list of display adapters. Press 1 to highlight Other and press Enter. 6. Then Setup asks you for the name of the drive and directory containing the Windows/386 display drivers. Type the pathname you selected when you ran the VGA Driver Setup program and press Enter. 7.
Installing the Drivers Follow these steps to install the Windows 3.0 drivers: 1. If you have not yet installed Windows 3.0, install the program on your hard disk. Follow the instructions in your Windows 3.0 documentation. 2. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Windows 3.0 drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions.
8. You see a list of available drivers. Select the Chips display driver in the resolution you want to use and press Enter. 9. You see the System Information display again. Press Enter. 10. Setup asks for the pathname to the directory containing your Windows 3.0 driver files. Type the pathname and press Enter. 11. Follow the rest of the instructions on the screen and in the Windows 3.0 documentation to complete the installation. Microsoft/IBM OS/2 Presentation Manager, Versions 1.1 and 1.
Installing the Drivers To install the drivers, follow the steps below: 1. If you have not installed OS/2 1.1, follow the instructions in your OS/2 manual to install it. Configure OS/2 for a standard VGA driver. 2. Reset the computer and verify that OS/2 and Presentation Manager are operating properly. 3. If you are running Presentation Manager, exit from it. 4. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the appropriate Presentation Manager drivers to your hard disk.
9. Now copy the same driver file again and name this copy DISPLAY.DLL, as in the following example: COPY VGA768.DLL DISPLAY.DLL 10. Log onto the root directory. (Type CD\ and press Enter.) 11. Type the following and press Enter: COPY CONFIG.SYS+CON CONFIG.SYS 12. Type the following and press Enter: LIBPATH=C:\VGA 13. Press F6 and then Enter. 14. Hold down Ctrl and Alt and press Del to reset the computer. Microsoft Word, Version 5.0 The following resolutions are available for Word 5.
When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your Word 5.0 program files. 2. Log onto your Word 5.0 directory. 3. Identify the name of the driver file for the resolution you want to use in the list at the beginning of this section. Rename that driver file to the name SCREEN.VID. For example, if you want to use the 1024 x 768,16-color graphics driver, type the following and press Enter: REN VGA768.VID SCREEN.
When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your AutoCAD 2.62 program files. 2. Before running AutoCAD, you must load the display driver into the computer’s memory. First, log onto your AutoCAD directory. Then type the display driver filename at the MSDOS command prompt and press Enter. (The display driver filenames are listed at the beginning of this section.
2. When the program displays the current configuration (if any), select Configure video display. 3. Select ADI as your new driver. (The menu indicates that this is installed at interrupt 7A hex.) 4. Save the new configuration and return to the main menu. Autodesk AutoCAD, Version 9.00 The AutoCAD drivers conform to the Autodesk Device Interface (ADI) for rendering and display drivers. Epson provides the following resolutions for AutoCAD 9.0: ❏ 640 x 480, 16-color graphics (R3V1480.
2. Before running AutoCAD or AutoShade, you must load the display driver into the computer’s memory. First, log onto your AutoCAD directory, if necessary. Then type the display driver filename at the MS-DOS prompt and press Enter. (The display driver filenames are listed at the beginning of this section.) For example, to load the 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics driver into memory, type the following and press Enter: R3V1768 Installing the driver in the AUTOEXEC.
3. Select ADI as your new driver. (The menu indicates that this is installed at interrupt 7A hex.) 4. Save the new configuration and return to the main menu. Configuring AutoShade If you have AutoShade, the first time you use it with the driver, you need to configure it for an ADI display. Follow these steps: 1. Delete the file SHADE.CFG from the AutoCAD directory on your hard disk. 2. Start AutoShade. 3. The program asks for a display and rendering driver.
Installing the Drivers Use the instructions in your AutoCAD documentation to install the program on your hard disk. To install the drivers, follow the steps below: 1. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the AutoCAD 10.0 drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your AutoCAD 10.
Installing the driver in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file You can install the driver automatically each time you turn on or reset your computer by placing the command in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Follow these steps: 1. Type C : \ and press Enter to log onto the root directory of your hard disk. 2. Type the following and press Enter: COPY AUTOEXEC.BAT+CON AUTOEXEC.BAT 3. Type the name of the driver (such as R4V17 68) and press Enter. 4. Press F6 and then Enter.
Configuring AutoShade If you have AutoShade, the first time you use it with the driver, you need to configure it for an ADI display. Follow these steps: 1. Delete the file SHADE.CFG from the AutoCAD directory on your hard disk. 2. Start AutoShade. 3. The program asks for a display and rendering driver. Select AD I for both drivers and indicate that you have a dual display system. 4. When you exit from the AutoShade program, it creates a new SHADE.CFG file. Autodesk AutoCAD 386, Version 10.
When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your AutoCAD 386 program files. 2. Log onto the AutoCAD directory on your hard disk. 3. Check to see if a file called ADIDISP.EXP already exists in the AutoCAD directory. If it exists, delete the file. 4. Identify the name of the driver file for the resolution you want to use from the list at the beginning of this section.
Autodesk AutoCAD, Version 10.0 (Fast Display List) The AutoCAD drivers conform to the Autodesk Device Interface (ADI) for rendering and display drivers. The fast display drivers accelerate redraw, pan, and zoom functions and are available in the following resolutions: ❏ 640 x 480, 16color graphics ❏ 800 x 600, 16-color graphics ❏ 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics. Installing the Drivers If you have not already installed AutoCAD 10.
Running AutoCAD Prior to starting an AutoCAD or AutoShade session, you must load the display driver into the computer’s memory. Follow these steps: 1. If necessary, log onto your AutoCAD directory. 2. Type the following and press Enter: FASTACAD This command runs the FASTACAD.BAT batch file, which loads the display driver into your computer’s memory. 3. Then start AutoCAD or AutoShade.
3. Select AD1 display v4.0 as your new driver. (The menu indicates that this is installed at interrupt 7A hex.) 4. Save the new configuration and return to the main menu. Configuring AutoShade If you have AutoShade, the first time you use it with the driver, you need to configure it for an ADI display. Follow these steps: 1. Delete the file SHADE.CFG from the AutoCAD directory on your hard disk. 2. Start AutoShade. 3. The program asks for a display and rendering driver.
Installing the Drivers Follow the steps below to install the display drivers. If you have already installed GEM 2.2, go to step 2 to install the GEM driver. If you have not yet installed GEM 2.2, begin with step 1. 1. Use the instructions in your GEM documentation to install GEM, version 2.2, with the standard VGA screen driver. Insert the GEM 2.2 System Master Disk in drive A and log onto drive A.
5. Copy to the GEM_DRIVRPK diskette all of the display driver files that you copied to your hard disk in step 2. The filenames of the display drivers are listed at the beginning of this section. Use the MS-DOS COPY command to copy the files. 6. Remove the GEM_DRIVRPK diskette and insert the GEM 2.2 System Master Disk in drive A. 7. Log onto drive A, type the following, and press Enter: SCRNSTAL C: 8. Follow the instructions in your GEM documentation and on the screen to finish the installation.
Installing the Drivers If you have already installed GEM 3.0 on your computer, go to step 2 to install the GEM drivers. If you have not yet installed GEM 3.0, begin with step 1. 1. Use the instructions in the GEM documentation to install GEM 3.0 and select IBM 16-color VGA (640x480) or Compatible as your monitor. Insert the GEM 3.0 System Master Disk in drive A and log onto drive A.
5. Copy to the GEM_DRIVRPK diskette all the driver files that you copied to your hard disk in step 2. The filenames of the drivers are listed at the beginning of this section. Use the MS-DOS COPY command to copy the files. 6. Remove the GEM_DRIVRPK diskette and insert the GEM 3.0 System Master Disk in drive A. 7. Log onto drive A, type the following, and press Enter: GEMSETUP 8. Follow the installation instructions in your GEM documentation to change the existing configuration.
Version 1.1: ❏ 640 x 480, 2-color graphics (SDV480.EGA) ❏ 800 x 600, 2-color graphics (SDV600.EGA) ❏ 1024 x 768, 2-color graphics (SDV768.EGA). Installing the Drivers If you have not yet installed Ventura Publisher, begin with step 1. If you have already installed it, begin with step 2. 1. Install Ventura Publisher following the instructions in your Ventura documentation. Specify a Hercules driver as the temporary display driver. 2.
6. If you are using Ventura Publisher, version 1.0, type the following, and press Enter: VPDRIVER If you are using Ventura Publisher, version 1.1, type the following, and press Enter: VPDRVl -1 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to select an appropriate screen driver and complete the installation. 8. Remove the diskette from drive A. Ventura Publisher, Version 2.0 Epson includes drivers for Ventura Publisher 2.0 in the following resolutions: ❏ 640 x 480, 2-color graphics (SDV1480.
2. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Ventura Publisher 2.0 drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, you can accept the default pathname or enter a different one. 3. Use the FORMAT command to format a blank diskette. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions.) 4.
Installing the Drivers Follow the steps below to install the Epson drivers: 1. If necessary, install Lotus l-2-3 or Symphony on your hard disk using the instructions in the program manual. 2. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Lotus 1-2-3 and Symphony drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions.
10. Choose one of the following drivers from the Text Display menu: ❏ VGA 82C452 (80 x 50) ❏ VGA 82C452 (132 x 25) ❏ VGA 82C452 (132 x 50). 11. After selecting the appropriate driver, select Ret urn to menu. 12. At the Installation menu, select Save changes. 13. The menu prompts you for the name of your new Lotus configuration file. Lotus uses a default name in the prompt, such as 123. SET for Lotus 1-2-3. Change this name to a filename that indicates the resolution of the driver in the file.
Ashton-Tate Framework II, Release 1.0 Epson provides Framework II drivers for the following resolutions: 640 x 480, 16-color graphics: ❏ 80 x 25, l6-color text (CT452000.SC) ❏ 80 x 50, l6-color text (CT452003SC) ❏ 132 x 25, 16-color text (CT452030.SC) ❏ 132 x 50, 16-color text (CT452033.X). 800 x 600, 16-color graphics: ❏ 80 x 25, 16-color text (CT452200.SC) ❏ 80 x 50, 16-color text (CT452203.X) ❏ 132 x 25, 16-color text (CT452230.SC) ❏ 132 x 50, 16-color text (CT452233.SC).
3. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Framework II drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your Framework II program files. 4. Use the MS-DOS FORMAT command to format a blank diskette. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions.) 5.
13. Type the filename of the driver you want to use and press Enter. 14. Press M to return to the main menu. 15. Select option 7 to save the new setup and exit from the program. WordStar, Version 3.3 Your computer’s built-in VGA adapter can run WordStar, version 3.3, in 132-column text mode without a special driver. However, you do need to install the VGAMODE utility program (described later in this appendix).
When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your Wordstar 3.3 program files. 4. Now install the VGAMODE utility. See “VGAMODE Utility” on page A-57 for instructions. 5. Log onto the Wordstar 3.3 directory on your hard disk. 6. Type the following and press Enter to run WS33INST: WS33INST This utility makes the necessary patch to the WS.COM program file. 7. To rename the WS.COM file to WS132.
2. Type the following and press Enter to start WordStar: WS132 After you exit WordStar, if you want to return to 80-column mode, type the following and press Enter: VGAMODE 80, 25 WordStar, Versions 4.0 and 5.0 Your VGA adapter can run WordStar, versions 4.0 and 5.0, in 132-column text mode without a special driver. However, you do need to install the VGAMODE utility (described later in this appendix).
5. At the Main Installation Menu, select C o n s o l e . 6. From the console menu, select Monitor. 7. T h e n c h o o s e S c r e e n S i z i n g . 8. At the Screen Sizing menu, select B (for width), type 132, and press Enter. Press X at each menu to exit from the installation program. 9. When the installation program asks if you want to save the new configuration, press Y. The program saves the new configuration in the WS132.EXE file and the computer displays the MS-DOS command prompt. Running WordStar 4.
WordPerfect, Versions 4.0 and 4.1 Your VGA adapter can run versions 4.0 and 4.1 of WordPerfect in 132-column text mode without a special driver. However, you do need to install the VGAMODE utility (described later in this appendix) and reconfigure WordPerfect. After you have installed WordPerfect on your hard disk, follow these steps: 1. Install the VGAMODE utility, if you have not already done so. See “VGAMODE Utility” on page A-57 for instructions. 2. Log onto the WordPerfect directory on your hard disk.
Running WordPerfect 4.0 and 4.1 Whenever you run WordPerfect 4.0 or 4.1 with 132 columns, you need to specify 132-column text mode prior to starting the program. Follow these steps: 1. Type the following and press Enter to specify 132-column text mode: VGAMODE 132, 25 2. Type the following and press Enter to start WordPerfect: WP After you exit WordPerfect, if you want to return to 80-column mode, type the following and press Enter: VGAMODE 80, 25 WordPerfect, Version 5.
2. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the WordPerfect 5.0 driver files to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the directory containing your WordPerfect 5.0 program files. 3. If you have not already installed the VGAMODE utility, install it now. See page A-57 for instructions. 4.
If WordPerfect does not display 132 columns and 25 rows on the screen, type the following and press Enter to start the program: WP /SS=25,132 VersaCAD Design, Version 5.4 Epson provides VersaCAD 5.4 drivers for the following resolutions: ❏ 800 ❏ x 600, 16color graphics (EGA600.EXE) 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics (EGA768.EXE). Installing the Drivers If you have not already installed VersaCAD 5.4, follow the instructions in your VersaCAD documentation to install it.
5. Press the space bar until you see one of the following options: CHIPS 1024x768 CHIPS 800x600 6. Select the driver you want to use. 7. Exit VersaCAD. Modifying the VersaCAD Batch File Before you use VersaCAD with the new display driver, you need to modify the VersaCAD batch file. Follow these steps: 1. If necessary, log onto the root directory of your hard disk. 2. Use the EDLIN utility to edit the file VCAD54.BAT, as described in the following steps.
VersaCAD 386, Version 5.4 Epson provides VersaCAD 386 drivers for these resolutions: ❏ 800 x 600, 16-color graphics (EGAP600.EXE) ❏ 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics (EGA768P.EXE). Installing the Drivers If you have not already installed VersaCAD 386, follow the instructions in your VersaCAD documentation to install it. Follow these steps to install the drivers: I. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the VersaCAD 386 drivers to your hard disk.
Modifying the VersaCAD 386 Batch File Before you use VersaCAD 386 with the new display driver, you need to modify the VersaCAD 386 batch file in the root directory. Follow these steps: 1. If necessary, log onto the root directory of your hard disk. 2. Use the EDLIN utility to edit the file VCAD386.BAT. as described in the following steps. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on using EDLIN.) 3. The fourth line of the VCAD386.BAT file contains the command to load the display driver.
Installing the Drivers If you have not already installed CADVANCE 3.50 on your computer, follow the instructions in your CADVANCE documentation to install it. Follow these steps to install the drivers: 1. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the CADVANCE 3.50 drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions.
OrCAD, Version 3.22 The following resolutions are available for OrCAD 3.22: ❏ 800 ❏ x 1024 600, 16-color graphics (CHIPS600.DRV) x 768, 16-color graphics (CHIPS768.DRV). Installing the Drivers If you have not already installed OrCAD 3.22 on your computer, follow the instructions in your OrCAD documentation to install it. Then run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the OrCAD 3.22 drivers to your hard disk.
4. Then enter the name of the directory containing the new display driver files. For example, type the following and press Enter: 5. Type DD to set the driver filename. 6. Press S to choose a special driver. 7. Then enter the name of the driver file for the resolution you want to use. (The driver filenames are listed at the beginning of this section.) For example, to use the 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics driver, type the following and press Enter: CHIPS768.DRV 8. Press U to save the new configuration. 9.
Follow these steps to install the drivers: 1. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the Generic CADD drivers to your hard disk. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions. When Setup asks for the name of the drive and directory to contain the driver files, erase the default name and enter the name of the directory containing your Generic CADD program files. 2. Log onto your Generic CADD directory. 3.
VESA Driver, Version 1.0 The VESA driver conforms to the VESA Super VGA Standard #VS891001 and supports the following resolutions: ❏ 800 x 600, 16-color graphics ❏ 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics ❏ 640 x 400, 256-color graphics ❏ 640 x 480, 256-color graphics. If an application program offers a VESA standard option to provide Super VGA resolutions, you must install this VESA driver in order to use the option.
When Setup asks for the name of the directory to contain the driver and utility files, erase the default name. Then enter the name of your utility directory, if you have one. 2. If you have not done so already, add the pathname of the VESA utility files to your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions.) 3.
You cannot enter the following settings: SETVESA 32 1 SETVESA 128 2 If you enter the command without any parameters, SETVESA displays the current settings on the screen. Follow these steps to use the SETVESA utility: 1. If necessary, log onto the directory containing the SETVESA.EXE utility file. 2.
Utility Programs Your Utility diskettes contain the following VGA utility programs: ❏ VGAMODE ❏ SETVGA ❏ MODETEST ❏ WS33INST ❏ SNOOZE. These utilities are described in the sections below. VGAMODE Utility VGAMODE provides 132-column text in popular text-based applications, such as WordStar and WordPerfect. The VGAMODE utility allows you to specify the number of rows (lines) and columns you want displayed on the screen. Installing the utility Follow these steps to install VGAMODE: 1.
2. After you have copied the VGAMODE utility to your hard disk, it is best to include the pathname for VGAMODE and other utilities in an AUTOEXEC.BAT file. See the next section for instructions. Adding VGAMODE to the AUTOEXEC.BAT file For convenience in accessing VGAMODE, you can include a pathname in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Follow these steps: 1. At the MS-DOS command prompt in the root directory, type the following and press Enter: COPY AUTOEXEC.BAT+CON AUTOEXEC.BAT 2.
Valid values for columns are 80 and 132; for rows, use 25 or 50. (Do not include the brackets.) For example, if you want your screen to display 132 columns and 25 rows, type the following and press Enter: VGAMODE 132, 25 To use VGAMODE, you must configure the application program that uses VGAMODE for the same screen size. See the appropriate section in this appendix for your application program(s). Note Certain monitors cannot display 132 columns or 50 rows on the screen.
Note Only a few, old software packages require you to use the SETVGA program. Installing the utility Follow these steps to install SETVGA: 1. Run the VGA Driver Setup program on your Utility 1 diskette to copy the SETVGA utility to your hard disk. From the Main Menu, select Utility programs. Then select SETVGA from the submenu. See “Using the VGA Driver Setup Program” on page A-4 for instructions.
For instance, if you were using the default directory offered by the VGA Driver Setup program (described above), you would enter this command: PATH C:\UTIL\ 3. Press F6 and then Enter. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for more information about pathnames.) Using the utility To lock your VGA interface into an emulation mode, you include the name of the mode on the SETVGA command line. The command format is: SETVGA [emulation] (Do not include the brackets.
MODETEST Utility The MODETEST utility tests all of the video modes available to your monitor and displays the following information: ❏ Mode number ❏ Resolution ❏ Number of available colors ❏ Vertical and horizontal scanning frequency ❏ Dot clock (pixel) frequency. MODETEST also displays the available colors in a set of color bars and in a changing border around the screen. Installing and using the utility Follow these steps to install and use MODETEST: 1.
5. Continue pressing any key to test all the available video modes. After the last test, you see a table of the results. 6. Press ESC to exit MODETEST. WS33INST Utility The WS33INST utility provides 132-column text mode for WordStar, version 3.3 by patching (modifying) the WordStar program file. See “WordStar, Version 3.3,” earlier in this appendix, for instructions on installing and using the utility.
Adding SNOOZE to the AUTOEXEC.BAT file For convenience in accessing SNOOZE, you can include a pathname in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Follow these steps: 1. At the MS-DOS command prompt in the root directory, type the following and press Enter: COPY AUTOEXEC.BAT+CON AUTOEXEC.
Appendix B Installing and Removing Disk Drives This appendix describes how to do the following ❏ Install a hard disk or diskette drive ❏ Remove a hard disk or diskette drive ❏ Change the hard disk drive jumper settings. Your system can include up to three drives: either two diskette drives and one hard disk drive or one diskette drive and two hard disk drives. Your computer has two horizontal drive bays and one vertical mounting position to hold the drives, as shown below.
How to Use This Appendix The instructions in this appendix describe how to install and remove optional Epson diskette and hard disk drives. All drives sold by Epson for the Equity 386/25 PLUS are qualified and recommended for use in this system. Your drive may look a bit different from the one illustrated in this appendix, but you install it the same way.
Changing the Jumper Settings The hard disk drive jumpers are located on the drive’s circuit board, near the large cable connector. The jumpers on your drive may be in a slightly different location, but you set them the same way. There are four positions for the jumpers on each hard disk drive. Jumpers are installed in only two of the positions and the other two positions are left open.
If you are installing both of your hard disk drives at one time, you should install the drive in the horizontal drive bay first. See “Installing or Removing a Disk Drive in the Horizontal Position” on page B-27 for instructions. If one of your hard disk drives is already installed in the computer, follow the steps under “Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Position” on page B-24 to remove it. Then set the jumpers on both drives while they are out of the computer.
On one side, there may also be a plastic guide rail. Follow these steps to remove the mounting frames (and guide rail) from the drive: 1. If necessary, remove the screws securing the plastic guide rail and the metal grounding plate to one of the mounting frames, as shown below. grounding plate screws 2. Remove the four screws securing the mounting frames to the hard disk drive. There are two screws securing each frame, as shown below.
2. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw securing the mounting plate to the computer and set it aside. Then lift up the mounting plate to remove it.
Installing the Drive Follow these steps to install the hard disk drive in the vertical mounting position: 1. Locate the hard disk drive ribbon cable that came in the box with your computer. It is a flat cable with three connectors on it (one on each end and one in the middle). Use the connector in the middle of the cable. As shown below, there are two rows of holes in the end of the connector. One of the holes is blocked with a plug. The ribbon cable socket on the back of the drive has two rows of pins.
3. Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply in the computer (behind the horizontal drive bays). The cables are labelled Pl, P2, or P3 and have a clear plastic connector on one end. You can use any of the three cables. As shown below, the end of the connector has two notched corners. power supply cable power supply socket notched corners notched corners The power supply socket is on the back of the hard disk drive, next to the cable you just connected.
5. As you lower the drive into the vertical mounting area, guide the long end of the cable underneath the drive and curl up the short end behind the drive. tabs As shown above, fit the tabs on the mounting plate into the slots on the side of the subassembly. Then tilt the drive toward the subassembly and align the retaining screw hole on the mounting plate with the hole in the bracket. 6. Secure the drive to the bracket with the retaining screw.
3. Raise the front of the subassembly to a slight angle, as shown below.
Caution If you do not correctly align the holes with the pins, you could severely damage your computer when you push in the connector. 6. Carefully lower the front of the subassembly onto the computer, as shown below.
8. Tilt up the front panel until the clips on the top touch the computer. Then push on the top of the panel until it clicks into place. Your diskette drive(s) should be flush with the front of the panel. 9. Follow the steps on page 5-30 to replace the computer’s cover. Then see “Post-installation Setup” later in Chapter 5 for instructions on configuring your computer for use with your new hard disk drive.
2. Remove the retaining screw securing the hard disk drive mounting plate to the computer and set it aside. 3. Tilt the hard disk drive slightly to the right, away from the subassembly, and lift it out of the vertical mounting area. Turn it over and set it on top of the subassembly with the gray mounting plate facing up. Since the drive is attached to its cables, make sure you do not try to move it too far away from the subassembly as you turn it.
6. Remove the four screws securing the hard disk drive mounting plate to the hard disk drive. Then remove and store the mounting plate along with the screws. 7. Wrap the hard disk drive in its original packing materials and set it aside. Then carefully arrange the power supply cable so that it fits down into the vertical mounting area. Make sure that the cable does not interfere with any other cables or mechanisms. 8. Follow the steps on page 5-30 to replace the computer’s cover.
Pull the panel away from the front of the computer. If you are going to install a hard disk drive in the lower horizontal position, set the front panel aside and go to step 4. If you are installing a diskette drive, remove the slot cover from the front panel, as described in step 3. 3. Place the front panel face down and use a screwdriver to remove the screws securing the slot cover to the panel. Lift out the slot cover, as shown below. I I slot cover Set the front panel, slot cover, and screws aside.
5. Lift up the front of the subassembly with your thumbs. Raise it to a slight angle, as shown below.
8. Still holding up the subassembly, reach further back underneath it and disconnect the two power supply cables connected to the back right side of the main system board, as shown below. Pull each of the connectors straight up. Do not pull only on the cables. power supply cables 9. Lift the entire subassembly out of the computer and carefully place it on your work surface. If you are installing a drive, follow the instructions under “Installing a Disk Drive in the Horizontal Position” on the next page.
2. There are two or three holes on each side of the disk drive. When you insert the drive, align the appropriate round holes in the drive with the two oval holes on each side of the drive bay, as shown below. 3. Insert the drive into the lower drive bay and slide it toward the back of the subassembly. Watch the oval holes on the side of the drive bay so you can see when the holes on the drive are positioned in the middle of them.
The interface that protrudes from the back of the drive has gold contacts on both sides. Near one end of the interface, there is a gap to accommodate the plastic divider on the connector. Align the connector with the interface so that the plastic divider on the connector lines up with the gap in-the interface, as shown below. divider gap Make sure the cable connector fits properly onto the drive interface and then push it onto the interface.
Align the connector with the socket so that the row in the connector with the blocked hole lines up with the row in the socket with the missing pin, as shown below. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push the connector onto the pins. Caution If you do not correctly align the holes with the pins, you could severely damage your hard disk drive when you push in the connector. If you will have two hard disk drives in your system, perform the procedures in steps 6 and 7 again.
Position the power supply cable connector so that the notched corners on the connector line up with the notched corners of the power supply socket on your drive. notched corners notched corners Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push the connector onto the pins. Caution If you do not correctly align the holes with the pins, you could severely damage your drive when you push in the connector.
2. As you lower the drive onto the subassembly, guide the long end of the cable underneath the drive and curl up the short end behind it. (If you just installed a hard disk drive in the lower horizontal drive bay, the short end of the cable leads to that drive.) - hole As shown above, fit the tabs on the mounting plate into the slots on the side of the subassembly. Then tilt the drive toward the subassembly and align the retaining screw hole on the mounting plate with the hole in the bracket. 3.
power supply connector 3. Using a screwdriver, remove the screws securing the drive to the drive bay. There are two screws on each side, as shown below.
Replacing the Subassembly Follow the steps below to replace the subassembly inside your computer: 1. Notice that there are four mounting slots on the back of the subassembly: two in the upper corners and two in the lower corners.
tabs in slots 2. Hold up the front of the subassembly at a slight angle and arrange the ribbon cables leading from the back of the drives so they curve underneath the subassembly and toward the front.
4. Position power supply connector P4 so the large tab on the connector faces the right side of the computer. Beginning with the six pins toward the back of the computer, carefully line up the holes in the connector with the pins in the socket. Make sure the holes fit over all six pins and then push the connector onto the pins. Caution If you do not correctly align the holes with the pins in the socket, you could severely damage your computer when you push in the connector. 5.
7. Now connect the hard disk drive cable. As shown below, there is a tab on one side of the connector, just like the diskette drive connector. The hard disk drive socket at the front of the main system board also has a notch on one side. hard disk drive connector tab hard disk drive socket notch Align the connector with the socket so the tab on the connector lines up with the notch in the socket. Make sure the holes in the connector fit over ail of the pins in the socket and then push in the connector.
Guide the tabs on the front of the subassembly over the opening in the front of the computer so the two small tabs sit behind the opening and the large tab with the curved lip sits over the front of the opening. If necessary, press on the large tab until the subassembly snaps into place. 9. To replace the front panel, fit the three ridged tabs on its bottom edge into the three notches on the lower edge of the computer, as shown below.
Appendix C Physically Formatting a Hard Disk This appendix describes how to physically format a hard disk. Sometimes called a low-level format, this procedure should not be confused with the logical format performed by the MS-DOS FORMAT command. The physical formatting of a hard disk is a separate step that is usually done at the factory by the disk manufacturer.
Caution If you are unsure if formatting is necessary, contact your Epson dealer for assistance. In addition to destroying all the data on the hard disk, formatting removes any partitions and logical formatting defined on the disk by FDISK, SELECT, or FORMAT. After you physically format a new or used hard disk (using option 1 or 2 of the Hard Disk Format Menu), you need to install MS-DOS. Follow the instructions in your MS-DOS Installation Guide.
The formatting options work as follows: Format first scans the disk (if it has no defective track table) for defective (bad) tracks and lets you decide which tracks to mark as bad. Then the program formats the disk and marks the bad tracks so they are never used to store data. Destructive surface analysis tests the entire disk for read/write errors or unflagged bad tracks and updates the defective track table.
Formatting a New Disk Many hard disk drives come with a printed list of bad tracks but the bad tracks are not flagged on the disk. You may need to modify the defective track table to add the bad tracks. Other hard disks (such as those supplied by Epson) come with the bad tracks already flagged. If you are formatting a new hard disk that has never been formatted, select the l-Format option to format the disk. Selecting an Option When using this program, you often need to select an option from a menu.
Option 1, Format If you select 1 -Format from the Hard Disk Format Menu, you see the following (for a disk that does not have a defective track table): Format Hard Disk < Drive 1: > Scan hard disk to get defective track information ? (Y/N) (If the disk already has a defective track table, you do not see the message because the disk does not need to be scanned for bad tracks.) Select Y to scan the disk or N to skip the scanning process.
For an Epson hard disk drive, it is best to accept the recommended skewed sector (also called the inteleave factor) of 1. For other hard disk drives, you may need to change this value if the documentation that came with the disk recommends a different number. To accept the default, select Y. To enter a new value, select N. You see the following prompt: Enter new skewed sectors in (l-16): format Enter a number from 1 through 16 which equals the maximum sector number for the drive minus 1.
The program now allows you to edit the defective track table: Cylinder nnn Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head Cylinder Head nn Defective Track Table: Modify defective track table ? (Y/N) At the bottom of the table is this prompt: Modify defective track table ? (Y/N) Select N to leave the table as it is. Then skip the following section and go on to “Formatting the Disk” on page C-9. To add bad tracks to the defective track table, see the section below.
2. Type the number of the cylinder containing the bad track and press Enter. You see this prompt: Enter head number (0 -nn): 3. Type the head number for the bad track and press Enter. To cancel the operation, press Enter without typing a value. When you complete a valid entry, it appears in the table and you can add the next bad track, if necessary. If you make a mistake, move the cursor block to the incorrect track and press C to alter the track data or press D to remove the track from the table.
Formatting the Disk When you are ready to start formatting the disk, you see the following warning: WARNING? ALL DATA WILL BE DESTROYED IN ALL PARTITIONS OF HARD DISK, NOT JUST IN MS-DOS PARTITION! Do you want to start formatting ? (Y/N) If you are not sure you want to format the hard disk, select: N. If you are sure, select Y; the program gives you one more chance to cancel: DOUBLE CHECK THAT YOU HAVE BACKUP DISKETTE COPIES OF ALL YOUR FILES.
You see the head and cylinder numbers decrease as the program progresses. When formatting is complete, the program flags any bad tracks and you see a series of messages like these: Format finished. Flagging bad tracks... Cylinder is nnnn, head is nn Format completed. Press ENTER to return to the menu. Press Enter to return to the Hard Disk Format Menu.
To start this test, select 2-Destructive surface analysis from the Hard Disk Format Menu. You see these messages: Analyze Hard Disk Read/Save/Write/Read/Restore/Read check for all tracks... Current cylinder is nnnn As the program checks each track, it counts the cylinder numbers (nnnn) down to zero. When the test is complete, the program displays a report on the status of the disk, including a table of unflagged tracks that produced write, read errors-such as the following: Analysis finished.
To flag the error tracks as bad, select Y. You see a list of the tracks as they are flagged and these messages: Flagging bad tracks... Cylinder is 237, head is 2 Press ENTER to return to the menu. Press Enter to return to the Hard Disk Format Menu. Option 3, Non-destructive Surface Analysis The Non-destructive surface analysis does not destroy any data, and you can use it to safely check the condition of your hard disk drive. However, this test does not flag any bad tracks it detects.
If the program finds errors, the screen displays a table of the tracks that gave errors, similar to the one the Destructive surface analysis displays. After the status reports, you see this message: Press ENTER to return to the menu. Check the information displayed. Then press Enter to return to the Hard Disk Format Menu. Exiting the Hard Disk Format Menu To leave the Hard Disk Format Menu, select 0 -Exit . The screen displays the Operation Menu.
C-14 Physically Formatting a Hard Disk
Appendix D Troubleshooting You should not encounter any difficulties as you set up and use your computer, but if anything out of the ordinary happens, refer to this appendix. You can correct most problems by adjusting a cable connection, repeating a software procedure, or resetting the computer. Besides trying the suggestions in this chapter, you can run diagnostics checks on the various components of your computer system. See Appendix E for instructions.
If you have a hard disk, follow these steps: 1. At the MS-DOS command prompt, type ROMBIOS and press Enter. (You may need to log onto the directory where ROMBIOS.COM is stored.) Write down the version number displayed on your screen. 2. At the MS-DOS command prompt, type VER and press Enter. The screen displays the MS-DOS version number. Write down the number so you can give it to your dealer. If you do not have a hard disk, follow these steps: 1.
If the error is not serious, you see this prompt: (Resume = “Fl” key) Write down the error message and code number, and then press F1 to continue. Give the error message and code number to your dealer when reporting a problem. If the error is serious, the computer cancels further checking and halts system initialization. The error message remains on the screen and the computer locks up. If this happens, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Power-on diagnostics error codes and messages (continued) Error code Message Action Memory 171 173 Bios shadow RAM error Cache options error Contact dealer Run Setup; see Chapter 2 201 202 203 Memory error Memory address error Memory address error Keyboard 301 303 304 Keyboard error Keyboard or system unit error Keyboard or system unit error See “Keyboard Problems” Monitor 401 501 CRT error CRT error See “Monitor Problems” Diskette drive(s) and controller 601 Diskette error Parallel port (pri
Power-on diagnostics error codes and messages (continued) Error code Message Auxiliary device(s) Auxiliary device failure 8601 Auxiliary device failure 8602 Auxiliary device failure 8603 Action See “Mouse Problems” The Computer Won’t Start If your computer does not start when you turn on the power, check the following: 1. Is the power light on? If not, remove any diskettes and turn off the power.
The Computer Does Not Respond If your computer locks up and does not respond when you type on the keyboard, follow these steps: 1. Some operations take longer than others to complete. For example, the computer takes longer to sort a database than to accept a single typed character. If your computer still does not respond after a reasonable length of time, proceed to the next step. 2.
7. If your computer still does not respond, you can reset it using the Ctrl Alt Del command. If that command doesn’t work, you can reset the computer with the RESET button. See “Resetting Your Computer” in Chapter 3 for more information. 8. If resetting the computer does not work, turn off the computer and wait at least five seconds. If you do not have a hard disk drive, insert the Startup diskette in drive A. Then turn on the computer. It should load MS-DOS. 9.
Password Problems If you set a power-on password using the Setup program, you must enter this password before you can use the system. When you turn on the computer, the screen displays a key prompt If you do not enter the correct password, you see an X on the screen. The computer gives you a second and third chance to enter it correctly. If after three tries you have not entered the correct password, the computer locks up and does not respond to your keyboard entries.
4. If you do not know the current power-on password and you do not want to set a new one, see “Removing a Password” below. 5. If you do not know the current power-on password and you want to set a new one, see “Setting a New Password” below. Removing a Password If you have forgotten your password and you do not want to set a new one, there are two ways to remove the current password: ❏ Disable the existing password ❏ Disable the password function.
Disabling an existing password If you do not know your power-on password and do not want to set a new one, follow these steps to disable the existing password: 1. Turn off the computer and follow the instructions under “Changing the Jumper Settings” in Chapter 5 to disable the password function by setting jumper JP13 to position A. 2. Insert the Reference diskette in drive A and turn on the computer. You do not see the key prompt. 3. When the Operation Menu appears, highlight Set up and press Enter.
Disabling the password function If you do not want to use a power-on password anymore, you can disable the password function. However, if you want to use the password function later, your old password is still stored as the current password. If you want to be able to easily set a password later, follow the instructions in “Disabling an Existing Password,” above.
5. Remove the Reference diskette, turn off the computer, and follow the instructions under “Changing the Jumper Settings” in Chapter 5 to enable the password function by setting jumper JP13 to position B. 6. If you do not have a hard disk, insert the Startup diskette in drive A. Turn on the computer. You see the key prompt If you enabled network server mode, you do not see the key prompt. Enter your new password to access the system.
2. If the cursor keys do not work properly, the num lock function may be on. When num lock is on, the numeric/ arrow keys on the numeric keypad work only as numbers. Check to see if the Num Lock indicator in the upper right corner of the keyboard is lit; if it is, press the Num Lock key to turn off the function. If you want to change the initial setting of the num lock function when you turn on the computer, see “Using the Keyboard and Speaker Options” in Chapter 2. 3.
5. If you still do not see anything on the screen, make sure your monitor is connected to the computer properly. See “Connecting a Monitor” in Chapter 1 for more details. Also check the monitor manual for instructions on how to connect it to the computer. 6. Make sure your monitor and display adapter match, and, if you installed a display adapter card, be sure any switches or jumpers on the card are set properly.
If the jumper is set incorrectly, you will see one of these messages: 401 CRT error 501 CRT error. If you are using two different types of video cards, set jumper JP12 to the primary monitor type. You may also need to change the setting later if you change the type of monitor you are using. See “Changing the Jumper Settings” in Chapter 5 for instructions. 10.
3. If reinserting the diskette does not solve the problem and you have access to another diskette drive of the same type, place the diskette in the other drive and repeat the operation. If this works, the trouble may be in your diskette drive. See “Diskette Drive Problems,” below. 4. Check to see if you have inserted the right type of diskette. Follow these guidelines: In a 1.2MB drive, use 5¼-inch, double-sided, highdensity, 96 TPI diskettes.
6. Is the diskette formatted? A new diskette must be formatted before you can store data on it. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on formatting diskettes. 7. You may have entered an incorrect diskette drive type when you ran the Setup program. Run the Setup program again to check the setting. See Chapter 2 for instructions. 8.
To make the necessary repairs, use the MS-DOS program CHKDSK. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions. Diskette Drive Problems You may see the following message if you are having trouble with a diskette or your diskette drive: 601 Diskette error If you see this message or have difficulty with a diskette drive, follow these steps: 1. Try running the Diskette Drives and Controller Check described in Appendix E. If the diagnostics program indicates an error, consult your Epson dealer. 2.
Hard Disk Problems If you are having problems with the hard disk in your computer, you may see one of the following error messages: ❏ 1760 Disk 0 parameter failure ❏ 1761 Disk 1 parameter failure ❏ 1770 Disk 0 parameter error ❏ 1771 Disk 1 parameter error ❏ 1780 Disk 0 failure ❏ 1781 Disk 1 failure ❏ 1782 Disk controller failure ❏ 1790 Disk 0 error ❏ 1791 Disk 1 error. Try the following steps: 1. Be sure you have installed MS-DOS on the hard disk as described in the MS-DOS Installation Guide. 2.
Type C : and press Enter to log onto the hard disk. If this works, the next step is to make sure the COMMAND.COM file is in the root directory of the hard disk. Type DIR and press Enter. If COMMAND.COM is in the root directory, use the MS-DOS COMPARE command to compare the COMMAND.COM file on your diskette with the COMMAND.COM file on the hard disk. (See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on using COMPARE.
Use the Display Partition Information option of the FDISK program to see if your hard disk has an active (bootable) DOS partition on it. (See the MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on using FDISK.) If it does not, back up all your hard disk files and then reinstall MS-DOS on the hard disk. See your MS-DOS Installation Guide for instructions. If the disk does have an active DOS partition, back up all your files and then try reformatting the disk using SELECT.
9. If your computer came with a hard disk drive that you are no longer using, be sure the cable leading from that drive to the main system board and the hard disk drive power cable are disconnected. Software Problems If you are having trouble with an application program, try the following solutions: 1. If the application program does not start, check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program, and that it is installed correctly.
3. If you have entered an MS-DOS command that you want to stop, there are special key combinations you can type to tell MS-DOS to stop what it is doing. These methods may also work in your application programs. To interrupt an MS-DOS command while it is executing, try one of the following commands: ❏ Hold down the Ctrl key and press C ❏ Hold down the Ctrl key and press Break. 4. An application program can occasionally lock the computer, making it unresponsive to the keyboard.
2. Check the printer manual for the printer’s correct DIP switch or control panel settings. These settings help a printer communicate properly with the computer. 3. If you are using more than one parallel port or more than one serial port, the computer must know which port is the primary port and which is the secondary port. See Chapter 2 for instructions on how to set the parallel and serial ports using the Setup program. 4.
Option Card Problems If you install an option card and it is not functioning properly, check the following: 1. Is the option card installed correctly? The most common problem with option cards is a loose connection. Make sure the option card is well-seated in its slot. Check the installation procedure described in Chapter 5 and also see the instructions that come with the option card. 2. Did you set the necessary DIP switches or jumpers on the option card? See your option card manual for instructions. 3.
8. Did you perform the correct setup procedures for the software you are using with the option card? If necessary, see your software manual for instructions on running the software setup procedure. Mouse Problems If you are having a problem with your mouse, you may see one of the following error messages: ❏ 8601 Auxiliary device failure ❏ 8602 Auxiliary device failure ❏ 8603 Auxiliary device failure.
Using the MOUSE7PT.EXE Program The MOUSE7PT.EXE program creates an additional mouse driver which you can then load for any program that has trouble controlling the cursor. Your original mouse driver remains unchanged. Note If you are using Microsoft Windows 3.0, you do not need to install this program to patch the mouse driver; Windows 3.0 automatically creates a new driver for you. Follow these steps to install and run MOUSE7PT.EXE: 1. Identify the disk and directory where the current MOUSE.
If you have included the file MOUSE.SYS in your CONFIG.SYS file, repeat step 5 to modify the .SYS file as well. Just substitute .SYS for .COM in the instructions. When you are going to use the program with which you had the mouse problem, you need to load the new mouse driver into the computer’s memory. There are two ways to do this: ❏ Type the name of the new mouse driver at the MS-DOS command prompt and then start the program.
If your dealer installed SIMMs for you, contact your dealer; do not attempt to correct the problem yourself. If you installed the SIMMs, see “Adding Memory Modules” in Chapter 5 and make sure you have followed all the necessary instructions. 3. Be sure to run the Setup program after you install or remove memory modules to automatically update your memory configuration. See Chapter 2 for instructions. 4.
3. If you are still having trouble with your math coprocessor, test it by running the System diagnostics program on your Reference diskette. See Appendix E for instructions. If your math coprocessor came with its own diagnostic program, check the documentation that came with it and run those tests also.
Appendix E Performing System Diagnostics This appendix describes how to check the operation of the main unit and peripheral devices of your computer. You check these devices using the diagnostics program on your Reference diskette. Run the diagnostics program if you are not sure whether a device is performing correctly. The table at the end of this appendix lists the error messages you may see during testing.
Starting System Diagnostics To run the System diagnostics program, you must turn on or reset your computer with the Reference diskette in drive A. If you start this program in any other way, some tests may produce strange results. To start the System diagnostics program, follow these steps: 1. Insert the Reference diskette in drive A. 2. Turn on or reset the computer. The Operation Menu appears. 3. If the Num Lock indicator is illuminated, press Num Lock to turn off the function. 4.
If the list correctly describes your system, make sure Y is highlighted and press Enter. If a device is missing from this list, or if you want to change the list, press N or and Enter. Then see “Modifying the Device List” on page E-5. Note If your system uses the built-in VGA adapter or an EGA or VGA card with a color monitor, your device list should include item 5, Color graphics adapter and CRT.
Selecting an Option When you are using the System diagnostics program, you often need to select an option from a menu. There are two ways to do this: to highlight the ❏ You can use the arrow keys option you want and then press Enter to select it. ❏ You can type the number of the desired option and press Enter to select it. For example, you may see this menu: 1 - Run test one time 2 - Run test multiple times 0 - Exit Suppose the first option is highlighted.
Modifying the Device List If an installed device is missing from the Device List, you must add it to the list and test it carefully. At the following prompt, select N. DEVICE LIST is correct ? (Y/N) You see this menu: To add a device to the list, select 1. The program displays a list of other devices that are not currently included in the Device List.
To remove a device from the list, select 2 (Delete device). The screen displays the current Device List. Select the item you wish to delete. You can delete as many devices as necessary. When the Device List is correct, select 0. The screen displays the modified Device List for a final check and these options: If the list is correct, select 0. You are now ready to select a test. Selecting a Test From the Device List, select the device you wish to test.
You can specify that the test be performed one time only or any number of times in the range from 1 to 9999. Running a test multiple times is for reliability testing of essential functions only; in most cases, running a test only once is sufficient. To perform the test once, select 1. The program may display a submenu of more detailed tests for the device you are checking. To perform the test multiple times, select 2.
Resuming From an Error If an error occurs during a test, the test stops at that point, and an error code and error message appear. If you want to record the problem, you can print out the message on your printer. You see this prompt: Do you want a printout of the error message(s) ? (Y/N) To continue without printing the error message, select N. Before you request a printout, be sure your printer is ready and contains paper. Then select Y.
The table below lists the tests you can run on the system’s internal devices and on any optional devices you have installed. You may not see all of the tests listed when you run System diagnostics. Some tests appear only if you have installed certain types of equipment. The program displays the title of each check on the screen. Tests that check the operation of parallel or serial ports require you to use a special connector in order to test the device.
System diagnostics tests (continued) E-10 Device Tests available Description Color graphics adapter and CRT Adapter check Attribute check Character set check Graphics mode check Screen paging check Light pen check Video check Sync check Run all above checks Tests all types of color monitors Diskette drive(s) and controller Sequential seek check Random seek check Write, read check Disk change check Run all above checks Tests operation of the diskette drive(s); requires a formatted diskette for some
System diagnostics tests (continued) Device Tests available Dot-matrix Hard disk drive(s) and controller Description Tests the operation of a dot-matrix printer in several modes; requires the printer to be loaded with paper Seek check Write, read check Read, verify check Run all above checks Tests the operation of the hard disk drive(s) Alternate parallel Port Tests the secondary parallel port; similar to primary parallel port test Parallel port on a video adapter Tests the parallel port included
Error Codes and Messages The following table lists all the error codes and messages that may appear during system diagnostics testing.
System diagnostics error codes and messages (continued) Error mode Message Monochrome display adapter and CRT 401 ERROR IN ADAPTER CHECK 403 ERROR IN ATTRIBUTE CHECK 404 ERROR IN CHARACTER SET CHECK 406 ERROR IN GRAPHICS MODE CHECK 408 ERROR IN SCREEN PAGING CHECK 409 ERROR IN LIGHT PEN CHECK 410 ERROR IN VIDEO CHECK 411 ERROR IN SYNC CHECK Color graphics 501 504 506 508 509 510 511 adapter and CRT ERROR IN ADAPTER CHECK ERROR IN CHARACTER SET CHECK ERROR IN COLOR GRAPHICS CHECK ERROR IN SCREEN PAGING CH
System diagnostics error codes and messages (continued) Error code Message Parallel port (printer interface) 901 ERROR PIN p Serial port (RS-232C port) 1101 con&o/ signal ALWAYS LOW 1101 control signal ALWAYS HIGH 1102 TIMEOUT ERROR 1103 VERlFY ERROR Alternate serial port 1201 control signal ALWAYS LOW 1201 control signal ALWAYS HIGH 1202 TIMEOUT ERROR 1203 VERIFY ERROR Dot-matrix printer 1401 status Hard disk drive(s) and controller 1701 SEEK ERROR 1702 WRITE ERROR 1703 READ ERROR Alternate parallel port
Appendix F Specifications CPU and Memory 32-bit CPU 80386 microprocessor, 25 MHz system clock speed, 25 MHz or simulated 8 MHz processor speed, selectable through software or keyboard command 0 wait state memory access speed at 25 MHz System memory 2MB RAM standard on SIMMs; base memory of either 256KB, 512KB, or 640KB, selectable through jumpers Memory expandable using 256KB or 1MB SIMMs up to 16MB (maximum); SIMMs must be 70ns access speed ROM 128KB (includes system BIOS and VGA BIOS) Shadow RAM 0
Cache controller 82385 (25MHz) standard Cache RAM 32KB high-speed static RAM Controllers Diskette Supports up to two drives in any of four formats: 5¼-inch, high-density, 1.2MB; 5¼-inch, double-density, 360KB; 3½-inch, high-density, 1.
Keyboard Mini DIN, 6-pin connector for PS/2 compatible keyboard Option slots Four standard input/output expansion slots (three 16-bit ISA compatible and one 8-bit ISA compatible); 8 MHz bus speed Speaker Internal; operation controllable by software Power Supply Type 14OW, fan-cooled, automatic input voltage sensing Input ranges 98 to 132 VAC and 195 to 264 VAC Maximum outputs +5 VDC at 18 Amps, +12 VDC at 4.2 Amps -12 VDC at 0.3 Amps, -5 VDC at 0.
5¼-inch diskette drive, 360KB (double-density) storage capacity 3½-inch diskette drive, 720KB (double-density) storage capacity Hard disk drives 3½-inch form factor hard disk drive(s); up to half-height size; first drive mounted vertically, second mounted horizontally Keyboard Detachable, two position, 101 sculpted keys Layout 58-key QWERTY main keyboard; 17-key numeric/cursor pad; 10 cursor keys; additional 4-key cursor pad; 16 function keys (user-definable) Function Four levels (normal, shift, contro
Physical Characteristics Width 15 inches (374 mm) Depth 16.75 inches (419 mm) Height 6 inches (151 mm) Weight (without keyboard) Single diskette drive model: 20.75 lb (9.
F-6 Specifications
Glossary Address A number or name that identifies the location where information is stored in a computer’s memory. Analog monitor A monitor that generates, responds to, or acts upon analog data. Analog data is transmitted by varying the voltage levels in a continuous current. Application program A software program designed to perform a specific task, such as a word processing or spreadsheet program. ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange.
Automatic speed The feature that enables the computer to switch automatically from high speed (25 MHz) to low speed (simulated 8 MHz) when accessing a diskette drive. Backup An extra copy of a program, data file, or disk, that is created in the event your working copy is damaged or lost. Base memory The memory in the computer below 1MB that is available to MS-DOS and application programs-usually 640KB. Also called conventional memory or main memory.
Byte A sequence or group of eight bits that represents one character. Cache memory A high-speed type of memory buffer that stores information from base or extended memory where your system can access it faster. CGA Color Graphics Adapter. A type of display adapter card that can generate up to 25 lines of text with 80 characters on each line, monochrome graphics at 640 x 200 resolution, or four-color graphics at 320 x 200 resolution.
Command prompt The symbol or message that tells you MS-DOS is loaded and ready to receive instructions. The default command prompt displays the current drive and directory. If you are logged onto drive C, the command prompt may look like this: C : >. Configuration The particular setup of a group of components. A typical system configuration consists of a computer with one diskette drive, one hard disk drive, and a monitor, connected to a printer.
CPU Central Processing Unit. The primary unit of the computer that interprets instructions, performs the tasks you indicate, keeps track of stored data, and controls all input and output operations. Cursor The highlighted marker that shows your position on the screen. Cylinders The vertical alignment of tracks in a hard disk that can be lined up under one read/write head. The number of tracks on a disk is equal to the number of cylinders times the number of heads.
Device A piece of equipment that is part of a computer system and performs a specific task, such as a disk drive, a monitor, or a printer. Device driver A file containing instructions that allow your computer to recognize and control a device. The Equity 386/25 PLUS comes with device drivers that provide extended and super-extended VGA features for various programs when used with a multifrequency monitor.
Diskette A flat piece of flexible plastic coated with magnetic material used to store data permanently. Display adapter card A circuit board that can be installed in one of the computer’s option slots to provide the monitor interface. The display adapter card controls the way the monitor displays text and graphics. (In the Equity 386/25 PLUS, a VGA display adapter is built into the system board.) Also known as Video card. DOS Disk Operating System.
Expanded memory Memory that specially written MS-DOS application programs can use with an Expanded Memory Specification (EMS) device driver such as EMM386.SYS. Extended Memory Memory above 1MB that is accessed by the protected mode of the 80386 microprocessor and is available to some application programs and operating systems. Extended VGA mode Special features of the built-in VGA adapter available when you are using certain display drivers and a multi-frequency monitor.
Format To prepare a new disk (or an old one you want to reuse) so that it can store information. Formatting divides a disk into tracks and sectors and creates addressable locations on it. Graphics Lines, angles, curves, and other nonalphanumeric data. Hard disk The enclosed unit used to store large amounts of data. Unlike a diskette, it is fixed in place. It can process data more rapidly and store many more files than a diskette. Also called fixed disk.
Key disk A diskette containing a copy-protected program that must remain in the diskette drive while you are using the program. Kilobyte (KB) A unit used to measure storage space in a computer’s memory or on a disk. One kilobyte equals 1024 bytes. LIM 4.0 EMS Version 4.0 of the Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded Memory Specification-a protocol that allows certain application programs to use memory that MS-DOS cannot use.
Megahertz (MHz) A unit used to measure oscillation frequency (of a computer’s internal timing clock). A megahertz is one million cycles per second. The Equity 386/25 PLUS operates at 25 MHz or simulates an 8 MHz operating speed. Memory The area where your computer stores data. Memory contents can be permanent (ROM) or temporary (RAM). Memory module A small circuit board that contains memory chips.
Monitor The piece of hardware that contains the screen and displays information. Monochrome monitor A monitor that displays in only one color, such as green or amber, as opposed to a color monitor which can display in several colors. Mouse A hand-held pointing device with one or more buttons. When you slide the mouse over a flat surface in a certain direction, the cursor moves in the same direction on the screen. MS-DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System.
Numeric keypad The number keys grouped to the right of the keyboard. Operating speed The speed at which the central processing unit can execute commands. The Equity 386/25 PLUS can run at 25 MHz or simulate an 8 MHz operating speed. Operating system A collection of programs (such as MS-DOS, MS OS/2, or UNIX) that manages a computer’s operations. The operating system determines how programs run on the computer and supervises all input and output.
Partition (1) The area defined on a hard disk for use by an operating system; (2) to divide a hard disk into separate sections or logical drives. You can define a primary partition and one or more extended partitions on a hard disk. Pathname The list of directories and subdirectories you specify to locate a file. For example, the pathname for the file SALES which is located in the subdirectory BUSINESS of the root directory (\) is \ BUSINESS \SALES.
Program A disk file that contains coded instructions and tells a computer what to do and how to do it. Prompt A message the screen displays to request information or tell you what action you need to perform next. See also Command prompt RAM Random Access Memory. The portion of the computer’s memory used to run programs and store data while you work. All data stored in RAM is erased when you turn off or reset the computer; so you must store any data you want to keep on a diskette or hard disk.
RGB Red Green Blue. A type of color monitor. ROM Read Only Memory. A portion of memory that can only be read and cannot be used for temporary storage. ROM retains its contents even when you turn off the power. Root directory RS-232C A widely used, standard type of serial interface. You can easily connect an RS-232C compatible device to the built-in port on your computer. Sector A contiguous section of a disk track that provides an address at which the computer can access data.
Shadow RAM The feature provided by the Equity 386/25 PLUS that enables the computer to copy the ROM BIOS and video ROM into the RAM area of memory to speed up processing. SIMM See Memory module. Software The programs that enable your computer to perform the tasks and functions you indicate. Subdirectory A directory or group of files that branches down from another subdirectory or from the root directory.
System diskette A diskette that contains the operating system. Tracks Addressable, concentric circles on a disk, resembling the grooves on a record, which help to divide the disk into separate accessible areas. There are 80 tracks on each side of a doublesided 1.2MB, 1.44MB, or 720KB diskette and 40 tracks on each side of a double-sided 360KB diskette. The number of tracks on a hard disk depends on its capacity. VGA Video Graphics Array. A type of high-resolution display adapter.
Index A C AFDD program, 3-2,4-7–9 Alternate parallel port check, E-11 Alternate serial port check, E-10 Analog monitor, 4-13, A-1 AutoCAD, version 2.62, A-16–18 version 9.00, A- 18–20 version 10.0, A-20–23, A-25–27 AutoCAD 386, A-23–24 AUTOEXEC.
Control codes, CTRL ALT +, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT -, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT *, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT DEL, 3-6 CTRL BREAK, 3-5 CTRL C, 3-5 Controllers, F-2 COPY, 3-2,3-14,3-21,4-1 Copying, diskettes, 3-14,3-21 files, 3-2,3-21–23 Coprocessor, see Math coprocessor Copy-protected programs, 2-14,4-3 Cover, removing, 5-2–5 replacing, 5-30–32 CPU, F-1 CPU speed, see Processor speed CTRL ALT +, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT -, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT *, 4-4–5 CTRL ALT DEL, 3-6 CTRL BREAK, 3-5 CTRL C, 3-5 Cursor block, 2-6 D DATE, 2-18 Date, setting, 2-17–20 De
Drives, see Diskette drive see Hard disk Dual-coprocessor adapter, Intro-2,5-25–26 E EDLIN, 4-1–2 EGA card, see Video cards EGA emulation, A-59–61 EMM386.
Hard disk, problems, D-19–22 removing, B-1–56 setting types, 2-20–25 slave drive, B-4 specifications, F-3–4 storage capacity, 3-22 types, 2-24–25 HDSIT, 3-2,3-23–24 HELP program, Intro-2 Help, where to get, Intro-5 Hercules card, see Video cards Hercules emulation, A-59–61 High-density diskette, 3-12 High resolution monitor, A-1–3 I Identifying your system, D-1–2 Initial num lock, 2-15–17 Inserting diskettes, 3-19–20 Interfaces, F-2–3 Interleave factor, C-6 J Jumper settings, 5-2,5-6–10, B-4–7 K Keyboard,
Memory, modules, see SIMMs problems, D-28–29 specifications, F-1 MENU utility, Intro-2, 1-11 MGA card, see Video cards MODE, 1-11 Modem, connecting, l-11 MODE-I-EST, 4-14, A-62–63 Monitor, analog, 4-13, A-l connecting, 1-4–8 interface, F-2 multi-frequency, 1-4,4-13, A-1–3 problems, D-13-15 selecting type, 1-4, 1-7,2-7–9 setting jumpers, 1-8,5-6–10 Monochrome display adapter and CRT check, E-3, E-9 Monochrome graphics adapter card, see Video cards Mounting frames, hard disk, B-8–10 Mounting plate, hard disk,
Physical characteristics, F-5 Physical formatting, C-1–13 Port, keyboard, 1-12, F-2 monitor, 1-4–6, F-2 mouse, 1-13–14, F-2 parallel, 1-8–10, F-2 serial, l-11, F-2 Power, button, 1-17 connecting power cord, 1-2, 1-15–16 source, 1-2 supply, F-3 Power-on diagnostics, D-2–5 Power-on password, changing, 3-8-9 deleting, 3-9 disabling, D-9–11 entering, 3-7–9,4-9 jumper, 5-6–10, D-8–12 network server mode, 2-9–11, 3-7,4-9–11 problems, D-8-12 setting, 2-9-11 using, 3-7–9,4–11 Power supply cables, B-15–16, B-50–51 P
Setup program, hard disk drive configuration, 2-20–25 keyboard options, 2-15–17 leaving the program, 2-31–32 math coprocessor, 2-2 memory, 2-2,2-12–13,2-29 network server mode, 2-9–11 parallel interface, 2-27-29 power-on password, 2-9–11 processor speed, 2-14–15 real-time clock, 2-17–20 running, 2-1–32,5-32–33 serial interface, 2-27–29 speaker option, 2-15–17 starting the program, 2-2-6 summary, 2-29–31 SETVESA, A-54–56 SE-l-VGA, 4-14, A-57–61 Shadow RAM, Intro-1, F-1 SHARE, 4-10 Shell program, 3-7 SIMMs, c
VGA driver setup program, A-4–8 VGA emulation mode, A-59–61 VGA port, connecting monitor, 1-4–6 setting jumper, 5-6–10 setting type, 2-7–9 specifications, F-2 utilities, see VGA utilities VGA utilities, 3-2,4-13–14, A-1–64 VGAMODE, 4-14, A-57–58 Video cards, CGA, 1-7,2-7–9 color graphics adapter and CRT check, E-3, E-10 compatibility, 1-7 EGA, 1-7, 2-7–9 Hercules graphics card, 1-7, 2-7–9 installing, 1-7–8,5-10–15 jumpers for, 5-6–10 MCGA, 2-7–9 MDA, 1-7,2-7–9 MGA, 1-7,2-7–9 monochrome display adapter and C
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