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Installing a SCSI Model ZIP Drive on a Computer that Uses MS-DOS or

Windows

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This document explains how to install a Zip drive with a SCSI (Small

Computer System Interface) interface on a PC that uses MS-DOS or

Windows. If you still have problems after reading these instructions,

see the SCSI Zip Troubleshooting Web Pages or "Troubleshooting" in the

EPSON Zip Installation/User's Guide.

SCSI Requirements: The PC must have a SCSI interface adapter with an

external connector for the Zip drive. (EPSON's Zip drive is compatible

with Adaptec SCSI adapters and most other major brands that use an

ASPI device driver.)

Follow the steps below to install the drive:

1. Unpack your Zip drive and accessories.

2. Turn the computer OFF. (Be sure the computer is turned off whenever

you connect the Zip drive to it.)

3. Connect one end of the Zip data cable to the Zip connector on the

back of your drive. (Only the correct end of the cable will fit the

drive). When the cable is connected, tighten the connector thumb

screws.

4. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer SCSI connector.

Be sure the connector you use for the Zip drive is a SCSI connector

and not the parallel (printer) port connector. Some SCSI adapter

connectors are similar in size and shape to the parallel port, but the

parallel port will not work with this Zip drive. If the adapter in

your computer has a 50-pin SCSI connector, connect the Zip drive using

a 25-to-50-pin SCSI cable or a cable converter. If you need a cable or

converter, call your computer dealer or contact EPSON at

1‚800‚922-8911.

5. If you want to, you can connect your Zip drive to another SCSI

device or another Zip drive by using another SCSI cable (usually a

25-to-50-pin cable). Instead of connecting the Zip drive to the

computer, you could connect the Zip drive to the connector on the

device at the end of an existing SCSI chain using a 25-to-50 pin SCSI

cable or a using cable converter along with the Zip data cable. When

you connect the Zip drive to another SCSI device, check the SCSI

Guidelines section of the EPSON Zip Installation/User's Guide to make

sure the SCSI ID and termination on the Zip drive are set correctly.

6. Connect the external power supply. (The power cord fits in the

groove on the side of the Zip drive.) Caution: Use only an

EPSON-approved Zip power supply. Other power supplies may damage the

drive. Also, to make it easier to move your Zip drive between home

and work, you may want to purchase an extra power supply and cable.

Call 1‚800-922-8911 to order Zip accessories.

7. Check the green power light to make sure the power supply is OK.

If the power light does not come on, refer to "Troubleshooting" in

your EPSON Zip Installation/User's Guide.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Installing a SCSI Model ZIP Drive on a Computer that Uses MS-DOS or Windows ---------------------------------------------------------------------This document explains how to install a Zip drive with a SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) interface on a PC that uses MS-DOS or Windows. If you still have problems after reading these instructions, see the SCSI Zip Troubleshooting Web Pages or "Troubleshooting" in the EPSON Zip Installation/User's Guide.
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8. Turn your computer ON and insert the 100MB Tools disk into the Zip drive. Always make sure the green power light is on before inserting (or ejecting) a Zip disk. When you insert a Zip disk, the amber data light on the Zip drive flashes momentarily. 9. Insert the Install disk for Windows/MS-DOS into the computer's diskette drive. 10. Start the Setup or Install program as described below and follow the screen instructions to install your Zip software. Windows 3.1 Users: 1.
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Status -- Gives you quick access to information about your drive and disks. Properties -- Provides special information about the Zip drive and the installed disk. This tool also lets you set startup preferences and drive sleep time. Properties also contains diagnostics for the drive. In addition to the tools listed on the drive shortcut menus, Copy Machine, Guest95, and the Zip help files are available from the Tools 95 Program Group. Just click the Start button and point to Programs, then Tools 95.
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to eliminate any conficts Windows 95 identified. Refer to the documentation that came with your adapter for information on optional settings. 6. Shut down the system, open the computer, and adjust the adapter's switch or jumper settings to match the resources set in the System Control Panel in step 5. Refer to the adapter's documentation for detailed instructions on changing adapter settings.
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all connector screws completely. 2. Be sure the Zip drive is connected to a compatible SCSI adapter. 3. Read the GUESTHLP.TXT file on the EPSON DOS/Windows Install diskette for help. General Diagnostics ------------------Before answering the questions below, be sure that the Zip drive is connected and plugged in. Then, after you have tried to install the driver and Tools software, check the items below. NOTE: EPSON Zip drives are compatible with most SCSI controllers.
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1. Make sure the ASPI manager for your controller is loading. 2. Did GUEST report any information about your SCSI controller? If GUEST reported information about the SCSI controller, the problem is caused by cabling, SCSI termination, or SCSI ID. Reconnect the hardware. If GUEST did not report information, it could not load the ASPI manager for your SCSI adapter. This may be caused by a port address or IRQ conflict. Refer to the SCSI adapter manual for information on how to change these settings.
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where the problem is located. 1. GUEST attempts to load the ASPI managers and looks for an adapter and drive to support. If no information is displayed, verify the ASPI managers are located in the \ZIPTOOLS directory or on the Windows/DOS Install diskette. 2. When the ASPI manager attempts to load, it will display information about the adapter and any devices attached to it. If the ASPI manager finds no adapter, this may indicate conflict in the a port address or IRQ.
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adapter. You also should turn the SCAN option OFF. Here is the edited GUEST.INI file: [----scan for existing ASPI managers---] SCAN=OFF [----Load aspi managers----] ;ASPI=ASPIPPA3.SYS SCAN /INFO SL360=NO SMC=NO ;ASPI=ASPI1616.SYS SCAN /INFO ASPI=ASPIPC16.SYS SCAN /INFO ;ASPI=ASPIPC8.SYS SCAN /INFO ;ASPI=ASPIPC2.SYS SCAN /INFO ;ASPI=ASPIPC4.SYS SCAN /INFO Once you have made these changes the GUEST program should load without error.