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- Page 1 Installing Your Explora 400/450 Network Computer Part Number 9300586 Rev. A October, 1997 Network Computing Devices, Inc. 350 North Bernardo Avenue Mountain View, California 94043 Email: support@ncd.com...
- Page 2 All terms mentioned in this book that are known to be trademarks or service marks have been appropri- ately capitalized. NCD cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a term in this book should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark.
- Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name: Network Computing Devices, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 350 N. Bernardo Ave., Mountain View, CA 94043 Type of Equipment: X-Terminal Model No.: Xplora and Xplorapro family of bases Application of Council Directives: 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC Standards to which Conformity is Declared: EN 55022, EN 50082-1, EN 60950 Importer’s Name: Network Computing Devices (France) SARL Importer’s Address: 5, bis rue de Petit-Robinson, 78353 Jouy-en-Josas cedex, France We hereby declare the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards.
- Page 4 One common example is the syndrome known as “tennis elbow.” Although a conclusive direct causal relationship between computer use and these adverse health effects has yet to be scientifically proven, NCD recommends that you read and follow these guidelines in setting up and using your new NCD network computer.
- Page 5 The prevailing professional opinion to date is that VDTs are safe. NCD products comply with the applicable regulations and standards for electromagnetic radiation set forth by the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standards Association, and the German VDE Standard.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents About the Explora 400/450 Series Chapter 1 Explora 400/450 Series Product Line Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 3 Connectors 3-2 Power Connections 3-5 Power Connections for Inside the USA 3-5 Power Connections for Outside the USA 3-6 Power Cord for the UK 3-7 Controls and Indicators 3-7 Selecting Screen Resolution Chapter 4... - Page 8 Contents Installing the Security Device and Mounting Bracket 5-13 Installing Optional Equipment in the Chapter 6 Monitor Support Base Installing Additional Memory 6-1 Disassembling the Monitor Support Base 6-4 Installing SIMMs 6-6 Removing SIMMs 6-9 Reassembling the Monitor Support Base 6-10 Testing Memory 6-11 Installing PCMCIA Cards 6-12 Installing the Power Y-Cable 6-14...
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Page 9: About The Explora 400/450 Series
1 About the Explora 400/450 Series The Explora 400/450 Series network computers ( ) consist of a circuit board in one of two bases, a monitor, a mouse, and a keyboard. You can purchase the alone or with a monitor. The two bases are: ❏... - Page 10 ❏ The monitor support base, shown in Figure 1-2, supports the weight of a color monitor. Figure 1-2 Explora 400/450 Series Monitor Support Base The Explora 400/450 s are advanced network computers that include the following features: ❏ monitor support VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA ❏...
- Page 11 Table 1-1 compares the features of the Explora 400 to the Explora 450 features. Table 1-1 Feature Comparison Feature Explora 400 Explora 450 PowerPC 403GA, 33 MHz PowerPC 403GCX, 66 MHz Memory 8 MB standard, 128 MB 8 MB standard, 128 MB maximum, fast-page mode maximum, EDO-mode Graphics...
- Page 12 Table 1-2 lists the physical dimensions of both bases. Table 1-2 Explora 400/450 Dimensions Dimension Space-Saver Base Space-Saver Base in Stand Monitor Support Base Height 1.9 inches (4.8 cm) 9.6 inches (24.4 cm) 2.1 inches (5.3 cm) Width 7.6 inches (19.3 cm) 5.5 inches (13.9 cm) 12.8 inches (32.5 cm) Depth...
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Page 13: Explora 400/450 Series Product Line
2 Explora 400/450 Series Product Line Figure 2-1 shows both Explora 400/450 s and all its components, base including options. Monitor and video cable Space-saver base Monitor support base (shown in its stand) Power supplies and line cords Keyboard PS/2 mouse PCMCIA card Memory SIMM (optional) - Page 14 2-2 Explora 400/450 Series Product Line...
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Page 15: Basic Installation
3 Basic Installation This section describes the location of Explora 400/450 connectors, controls, and indicators, and illustrates the installation of the base. Warning To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, do not expose the power supply, NC, monitor line cord, or monitor to rain or moisture. Caution Do not set the monitor on the space-saver base. -
Page 16: Connectors
Connectors Connectors Caution Before connecting any cables, make sure the power is off. Do not connect any power cords to the Explora 400/450 unless the monitor, keyboard, and mouse are properly connected. If you are installing additional memory in your , do not complete the basic installation until you have installed the memory. - Page 17 Connectors Explora 450 optional thin Ethernet BNC connector replaces stereo audio output. If you have this option, make only one network connection at a time. If you have I S T connections to both the twisted- pair and the thin Ethernet, the twisted-pair has priority, if active.
- Page 18 Connectors Explora 450 optional thin Ethernet BNC connector replaces stereo audio output. If you have this option, make only one network connection at a time. If you have connections to both the twisted- pair and the thin Ethernet, the twisted-pair has priority, if active. Stereo audio output (if used) Twisted-pair network...
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Page 19: Power Connections
Power Connections Power Connections Warning Carefully observe these power connection instructions. Failure to follow these instructions can cause fire or electric shock hazard. Make sure that all other connectors are in place before making the power connections. If you are using the space-saver base in its stand, place the base in the stand before making the power connection. -
Page 20: Power Connections For Outside The Usa
Power Connections 2. A 115-volt power transformer that requires a line cord and two 115-volt line cords, one line cord for the power transformer and one for the monitor. (See Figure 3-4.) To NC Line cord (115-volt shown) Power transformer (varies with voltage) Figure 3-4 Transformer and Line Cord The line cords are Listed and... -
Page 21: Power Cord For The Uk
Controls and Indicators Power Cord for the UK The detachable mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an approved ASTA 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. - Page 22 Controls and Indicators Back view (Explora 400 or Explora 450 Front view with standard audio connector Network Twisted-pair link look-through hole Power Power activity switch indicator indicator Figure 3-6 Explora 400/450 Controls and Indicators (Monitor Support Base) 3-8 Basic Installation...
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Page 23: Selecting Screen Resolution
If you are using third-party monitors, you might damage your monitor by selecting the wrong screen resolution. Make sure your monitor supports your selection. If you are using NCD monitors, you will get a blank screen if you select a screen resolution that is outside the range of your monitor. - Page 24 3. When you are in the Boot Monitor (> prompt), press the Setup key or type . The Main menu appears. (See Figure 4-1.) se <CR> Help Keyboard Monitor Network Boot Done Help Use the arrow keys to navigate through the menus listed across the top of the screen: Left, Right Go to previous or next menus.
- Page 25 Help Keyboard Monitor Network Boot Done Dots Per Inch Monitor Resolution Automatic Detection (DDC) 640 x 480 60Hz 640 x 480 72Hz 640 x 480 75Hz 640 x 480 85 Hz 800 x 600 60Hz 800 x 600 72Hz 800 x 600 75Hz 800 x 600 85Hz 1024 x 768 60Hz 1024 x 768 70Hz...
- Page 26 10. Press the right arrow key to select . The menu shown in Figure 4-4 Done appears. Help Keyboard Monitor Network Boot Done Done Reboot Exit Undo Save Parameters and reboot. Press <Return> to confirm Figure 4-4 Boot Monitor Done Menu 11.
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Page 27: Chapter 5 Installing Optional Equipment In The Space-Saver Base
Installing Additional Memory 5 Installing Optional Equipment in the Space-Saver Base This section describes the installation of the Explora 400/450’s optional equipment for the space-saver base. If you have the monitor support base, see “Installing Optional Equipment in the Monitor Support Base” on page 6-1. The optional equipment is shown in Figure 5-1. - Page 28 Installing Additional Memory Each application running on your and each open window requires memory. If the sum of all memory needed exceeds the installed memory, you get a message to close windows. To avoid this message, add memory to your Both the Explora 400 and Explora 450 have two slots.
- Page 29 Installing Additional Memory Table 5-2 SIMM Specifications Speed Fast-page mode (Explora 400) or EDO (Explora 450). 60 nanoseconds (ns) or faster. (Lower ns ratings are faster.) 72-pin. Profile Low profile (maximum 1.1 inches (28 mm) tall). Use tin-plated SIMM contacts. Thickness Board thickness of 0.047 inches to 0.054 inches (0.050 inches (1.27 mm) nominal).
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Page 30: Disassembling The Space-Saver Base
Installing Additional Memory Disassembling the Space-Saver Base To disassemble the space-saver base, follow these steps: 1. Remove all cables connected to the 2. If you are using the stand, remove the from the stand. 3. Place the on a flat surface (preferably, on an anti-static mat) with the top facing up, as shown in Figure 5-2. -
Page 31: Installing Simms
Installing Additional Memory 6. Lift the top section at the front up so that you can separate the top’s hooks from the bottom section’s slots. Remove the top. See Figure 5-3. Figure 5-3 Separating the Top from the Bottom Installing SIMMs Caution Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage SIMMs and other components located on the logic board. - Page 32 Installing Additional Memory SIMM slots Figure 5-4 Location of the SIMM Slots To install the (s): SIMM 1. Orient the so that the notch is facing towards the back of the logic SIMM board. (See Figure 5-5.) Slot Notch Figure 5-5 Orienting the SIMM 5-6 Installing Optional Equipment in the Space-Saver Base...
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Page 33: Removing Simms
Installing Additional Memory 2. Insert the into the slot at about a 45-degree angle. (See SIMM Figure 5-6.) Figure 5-6 Inserting the SIMM 3. When you are certain the is inserted all the way, press down on both SIMM ends of the until it clicks into place. -
Page 34: Reassembling The Space-Saver Base
Installing Additional Memory 2. As you pull back on the tabs, the pops up past the metal tabs. (See SIMM Figure 5-8.) Figure 5-8 Removing the SIMM 3. Hold the on both ends and remove it from the slot. SIMM Reassembling the Space-Saver Base To reassemble the , follow these steps:... - Page 35 Installing Additional Memory Figure 5-9 Placing the Top on the Bottom 2. Gently press the top section down until the two tabs click through the two openings on the bottom section. (See Figure 5-10.) Figure 5-10 Joining the Top Cover to the Bottom Section 3.
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Page 36: Testing Memory
Installing Additional Memory Testing Memory must be installed before you can run the memory test. After installation, you can access the Boot Monitor to run the memory test. Accessing the Boot Monitor 1. Turn on the system or reboot (if the system is already on). 2. -
Page 37: Installing Pcmcia Cards
Installing PCMCIA Cards If an error is detected, a message such as the following displays: Expected bad component is JXX. indicates the slot number of a bad . If there are no errors, go to SIMM step 7. If errors are reported, continue with step 5. 5. - Page 38 Installing PCMCIA Cards Figure 5-11 shows the directional arrow and write protect/enable switch. Directional arrow Write protect/enable switch set to off (if applicable) Figure 5-11 PCMCIA Card Features To install a card: PCMCIA 1. Shut off the 2. If your card has a write protect switch, set it to PCMCIA 3.
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Page 39: Installing The Power Y-Cable
Installing the Power Y-Cable Installing the Power Y-Cable Use the optional power Y-cable in place of the monitor’s line cord when you have a power transformer that requires its own line cord. Install the Y-cable, power transformer, and line cord as shown in Figure 5-13. To NC Power transformer (varies with voltage) 12.0 in. - Page 40 Installing the Security Device and Mounting Bracket 5-14 Installing Optional Equipment in the Space-Saver Base...
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Page 41: Chapter 6 Installing Optional Equipment In The Monitor Support Base
Installing Additional Memory 6 Installing Optional Equipment in the Monitor Support Base This section describes the installation of the Explora 400/450 optional equipment for the monitor support base. If you have the space-saver base, see “Installing Optional Equipment in the Space-Saver Base” on page 5-1. The following optional equipment, shown in Figure 6-1, is available for the monitor support base. - Page 42 Installing Additional Memory Each application running on your and each open window requires memory. If the sum of all memory needed exceeds the installed memory, you get a message to close windows. To avoid this message, add memory to your Both the Explora 400 and Explora 450 have two slots.
- Page 43 Installing Additional Memory Table 6-2 SIMM Specifications Speed Fast-page mode (Explora 400) or EDO (Explora 450). 60 nanoseconds (ns) or faster. (Lower ns ratings are faster.) 72-pin. Profile Low profile (maximum 1.1 inches (28 mm) tall). Use tin-plated contacts. SIMM Thickness Board thickness of 0.047 inches to 0.054 inches (0.050 inches (1.27 mm) nominal).
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Page 44: Disassembling The Monitor Support Base
Installing Additional Memory Disassembling the Monitor Support Base 1. Remove all cables connected to the base. If a card is installed, PCMCIA remove it. 2. Place the base with the top up and the front facing you (preferably, on an anti-static mat). - Page 45 Installing Additional Memory Figure 6-3 Releasing the Tabs 5. Lift the top section up at the front so you can slide the top’s tabs from the bottom section’s slots to separate the cover from the bottom. See Figure 6-4. Caution Lift the top section up at the front only until you can slide the top’s tabs from the bottom section’s slots.
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Page 46: Installing Simms
Installing Additional Memory Slot Figure 6-4 Removing the Top Cover Installing SIMMs Caution Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage SIMMs and other components located on the logic board. Make sure you touch a suitable ground before handling any SIMM. If possible, set the NC on an anti-static mat and wear a grounding strap. Always handle SIMMs only by the edges. - Page 47 Installing Additional Memory Your already has a s installed. The slots, located on SIMM SIMM SIMM the left side of the logic board, are labeled J9 and J10. (See Figure 6-5.) Observe s) currently in the slots and refer to Table 6-1, “Memory SIMM( Configurations,”...
- Page 48 Installing Additional Memory To install the (s): SIMM 1. Orient the so that the notch is facing towards the back of the logic SIMM board. (See Figure 6-6.) Notch Figure 6-6 Orienting the SIMM 2. Insert the into the slot at about a 45-degree angle. (See SIMM Figure 6-7.) Figure 6-7 Inserting the SIMM...
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Page 49: Removing Simms
Installing Additional Memory Removing SIMMs To remove a SIMM 1. Use your two forefingers or your thumbs to pull back on the two metal tabs located on each end of the slot. (See Figure 6-8.) SIMM Metal tab Figure 6-8 Metal Tab Locations 2. -
Page 50: Reassembling The Monitor Support Base
Installing Additional Memory Reassembling the Monitor Support Base To reassemble the base, follow these steps: 1. Swing the back of the top section over the back edge of the bottom section and align the tabs on the top section with the slots on the bottom section, as shown in Figure 6-10. -
Page 51: Testing Memory
Installing Additional Memory Testing Memory must be installed before you can run the memory test. After installation, you can access the Boot Monitor to run the memory test. Accessing the Boot Monitor 1. Turn on the system or reboot (if the system is already on). 2. -
Page 52: Installing Pcmcia Cards
Installing PCMCIA Cards If an error is detected, a message such as the following displays: Expected bad component is JXX. indicates the slot number of a bad . If there are no errors, go to SIMM Step 7. If errors are reported, continue with Step 5. 5. - Page 53 Installing PCMCIA Cards Figure 6-11 shows the directional arrow and write protect/enable switch. Directional arrow Write protect/enable switch set to off (if applicable) Figure 6-11 PCMCIA Card Features To install a card: PCMCIA 1. Shut off the 2. If your card has a write protect switch, set it to PCMCIA 3.
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Page 54: Installing The Power Y-Cable
Installing the Power Y-Cable Installing the Power Y-Cable Use the optional power Y-cable in place of the monitor’s line cord when you have a power transformer that requires its own line cord. Install the Y-cable, power transformer, and line cord as shown in Figure 6-13. To NC Power transformer (varies with voltage) 12.0 in. -
Page 55: Chapter 7 Specifications
7 Specifications Table 7-1 contains Explora 400/450 specifications. Table 7-1 Explora 400/450 Specifications Category Topic Specification Hardware Microprocessor architecture Explora 400 PPC 403GA, 33 MHz Explora 450 PPC 403GCX, 66 MHz Video Coprocessor S3 TRIO64V2/DX (both models) DRAM Explora 400 8 MB fast-page mode Explora 450 8 MB EDO... - Page 56 Table 7-1 Explora 400/450 Specifications (Continued) Category Topic Specification Power transformer AC voltage and AC frequency ± North America 90-132 VAC, 60 Hz ( 3 Hz) ± European/ 180-265 VAC, 50 Hz ( 3 Hz) Australian ± Japanese 85-110 VAC, 50 Hz ( 3 Hz) Power 19 Watts (maximum)
- Page 57 Table 7-1 Explora 400/450 Specifications (Continued) Category Topic Specification Input devices Keyboards 97-key UNIX style keyboard (N-97) 97-key Kana keyboard (Japanese characters) (N-97K) 101-key PS/2 style keyboards (N-101M, N-101MPS) Windows 95-compatible keyboards 102-key international version (N-102) 108-key LK401-compatible keyboard (N-108LK) N123 Sun Type 5-compatible keyboard (N-123) Mouse...
- Page 58 Table 7-1 Explora 400/450 Specifications (Continued) Category Topic Specification Physical Space-saver base Dimensions Height 1.9 inches (4.8 cm) Width 7.6 inches (19.3 cm) Depth 11.3 inches (28.7 cm) Weight 2.6 pounds (1.2 kg) Space-saver base in stand Height 9.6 inches (24.4 cm) Width 5.5 inches (13.9 cm) Depth...
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Page 59: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
For example, if a keyboard appears to be faulty, turn off the , disconnect the keyboard, and connect a keyboard from another . If the second NCD NC keyboard works, you know that the problem is with the first keyboard and not with another component, such as the base. Mouse Troubleshooting Most mouse problems are caused by a dirty ball or a loose connection between the mouse cable and the base. -
Page 60: Monitor Troubleshooting
Technical Support at (650) 691-7445 ❏ Send a Technical Support at (650) 903-7426 ❏ Send e-mail to Technical Support at support@ncd.com ❏ See ’s home page at http://www.ncd.com Regardless of the method you use to report the problem to , you must have the following information ready: ❏... -
Page 61: Returning Components
If a base is replaced, its Ethernet address is different on the replacement base. You must change system files that contain Ethernet addresses. Comments on the Booklet You can send comments, suggestions, or questions about this booklet to the Technical Publications Department by Internet e-mail. Write to techpubs@ncd.com Troubleshooting 8-3... - Page 62 In Case of Trouble 8-4 Troubleshooting...