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  • Page 1 ® EPSON User’s Guide Printed on 50% recycled paper, 10% post-consumer content...
  • Page 2 EPSON Connection and EPSON Direct are service marks of Epson America, Inc. General notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer. Unplug the computer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the computer. Do not place the computer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat register.
  • Page 4 Importantes instructions de sécurité Lire attentivement les instructions suivantes et les conserver pour les consulter en cas de besoin. Observer soigneusement tous les avertissements et directives marques sur l’ordinateur. Debrancher l’ordinateur avant de le nettoyer. N’utiliser qu’un chiffon humide. Veiller a ne pas renverser de liquides sur l’appareil. Ne pas placer l’ordinateur sur une surface instable ni pres d'une source de chaleur.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents lntroduction Central Processing Unit (CPU) System Memory Cache Memory Video Mass Storage System BIOS PCI Auto-configuration BIOS Upgrades How to Use This Manual Conventions Used in This Manual Where to Get Help Compu Serve On-line Support Seting Up Your System Chapter 1 Choosing a Location Setting the Input Voltage .
  • Page 6 D r i v e C , D , E , F : T y p e ......Drive C, D, E, F: Timeout .
  • Page 7 Using Your Computer Chapter 3 Stopping a Command or Program ......3-l Resetting the Computer ......3-3 Using a Password Changing the Processor Speed .
  • Page 8 Chapter 6 Using the video Utilities Supported Video Refresh Rates S u p p o r t e d V i d e o M o d e s M o n i t o r L i s t Before You Run the Mach32 Installation Program S t a r t i n g t h e M a c h 3 2 I n s t a l l a t i o n P r o g r a m Setting the Power-Up Configuration...
  • Page 9 Options Available from EPSON ....S y s t e m M e m o r y M a p ....
  • Page 10 Introduction Your EPSON@ computer represents the state-of-the-art in PC technology by incorporating the high-performance Intel@ Pentium microprocessor and PC1 bus architecture. Your system includes the following features: A 60 MHz Intel Pentium microprocessor 8MB of random access memory (RAM) on two 4MB single...

  • Page 11: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    145 Watt power supply switchable between 115 and 230 VAC Two RS-232C compatible, 9-pin serial connectors One multimode, 25-pin, Centronics port PS/2T M compatible keyboard and mouse ports Mach 32 video drivers and utilities for Microsoft@ Windows VESA compliant 8514/A standard feature connector A drive bay for one full-height or two half-height, 5.25-inch drives and a drive carrier for one 3.5-inch, 1.44MB diskette drive (standard) and one 3.5-inch hard disk drive...

  • Page 12: System Memory

    System Memory System memory includes base (conventional) and extended memory. Operating systems such as MS-DOS, ® Novell NetWare, base memory. For better performance, OS/ 2, UNIX, NetWare, and NextStep-as well as many MS-DOS applications-use extended memory. The system supports up to 128MB of RAM, which can be installed using 72-pin, 70ns (nanosecond) or faster SIMMs.

  • Page 13: Mass Storage

    You can use the VESA compliant, 8514/A feature connector on the system board if you install an auxiliary video subsystem in one of the expansion slots, such as an 8514/A compatible video ® card or DVI board. Video drivers for the Mach32 controller, and drivers and utilities for Windows 3.1 are included on the AT1 Mach32 driver diskette.

  • Page 14: Pci Auto-Configuration

    Your computer supports shadowing of the system BIOS to allow any BIOS routines to be executed from fast, 32-bit RAM instead of from the slower, S-bit flash device. PCI Auto-configuration The PC1 auto-configuration utility works in conjunction with the Setup program to support PC1 expansion boards. The utility complies with version 2.0G of the PC1 BIOS specification.

  • Page 15: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Chapter 3 covers general operating procedures, such as resetting the computer, using the password, and changing the processor speed. It also describes upgrading the system BIOS. Chapter 4 describes how to remove and replace the computer’s cover, change jumper settings, and install optional equipment such as option cards, memory modules, and VRAM chips.

  • Page 16: Where To Get Help

    EPSON products Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Service Center Sales of accessories, manuals, or parts for EPSON products Customer relations EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature on current and new products.

  • Page 17: Compuserve On-Line Support

    EPSON products is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe.® If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum. If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product.

  • Page 18: Choosing A Location

    Chapter- 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter explains how to set up your system, including: 0 Choosing a location Setting the input voltage Checking the power cord 0 Installing optional devices Locating front panel and back panel features Turning the computer on and off. Choosing a Location When you are ready to set up your system, choose a safe, convenient location that provides the following:...

  • Page 19: Setting The Input Voltage

    0 No electromagnetic interference. Do not place your system too close to any electrical device, such as a telephone or television, which generates an electromagnetic field. 0 Appropriate power source. Connect all your equipment with the appropriate power cords for the power source in your area.

  • Page 20: Checking The Power Cord

    Checking the Power Cord If the power cord supplied with this system is not compatible with the electrical outlet in your region, you must obtain a suitable power cord that meets the following criteria: The cord must be rated for use with the available AC voltage that is at least 125% of the current rating of the product.

  • Page 21: Installing Optional Devices

    The connector at the product end of the cord must be an IEC type CEE-22 female connector. The cord must be less than 14.8 feet (4.5 meters) long. Caution Do not attempt to modify or use the supplied AC power cord if it is not the exact type required.

  • Page 22: Front Panel Features

    Front Panel Features Front panel features Note Your computer does not include a Reset button. To reset your system, you must press Ctrl Alt Del or turn the computer off, wait 20 seconds, and then turn it back on. 1 - 5 Setting Up Your System...

  • Page 23: Back Panel Features

    Back Panel Features Turning On the System Before you turn on your computer, check the following safety rules to avoid accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself Do not connect or disconnect any peripheral device cables (including the keyboard or a mouse) or power cables unless the computer’s power is off.
  • Page 24 To turn on the system, first turn on your monitor, printer, and any other peripheral devices you have installed. Then press the power button on the computer’s front panel. The green power light goes on and the system begins its power-on self test. Each time you turn on the system, the self test checks the system board, memory, keyboard, and certain installed peripheral devices.

  • Page 25: Turning Off The System

    Turning Off the System Whenever you turn off your system, follow these steps: Save your data and exit any application program you are using. Check the hard disk drive and diskette drive access lights to make sure they are not on. Do not turn off the computer if a drive light is on because you can damage the drive or lose data.

  • Page 26: Running The Setup Program

    Chapter 2 Running the Setup Program Your computer’s Setup program is built into the system BIOS so you can change and store system configuration information without inserting a diskette. This information is stored in CMOS RAM, which is backed up by a battery even when the computer’s power is off.

  • Page 27: Starting The Setup Program

    Starting the Setup Program When you boot the system, it performs a power-on self test which checks the settings stored in CMOS RAM against the actual hardware configuration. Your next step after booting depends on what the test finds, as described in the table below. Running the Setup Program...
  • Page 28 The Setup program initially displays a menu of general utilities and actions. This general menu also provides the option of saving or discarding Setup changes that you’ve made. Under each utility listed in the menu are Setup options for modifying your configuration.

  • Page 29: Setup Options

    Setup Options The table below lists the options available on the general Setup menu. See the next sections for detailed descriptions of each o p t i o n Option Standard CMOS Setup Advanced CMOS Setup Peripheral Management Setup Configure with BIOS Defaults Configure with Power-On Defaults...

  • Page 30: Standard Cmos Setup

    Standard CMOS Setup Date Specify the current date Time Specify the current time in hours, minutes, and seconds using a 24-hour clock (for example, 1 P.M. is hour 13). You can only reset the seconds to 0. Floppy Drive A: Select the size and type of the diskette drive installed as drive A or select Not installed.

  • Page 31: Drive C, D, E F: Timeout

    0 User Type 1. This setting allows you to explicitly configure the hard drive if the computer does not automatically sense the drive when you select User Type 1 for your first drive. 0 User Type 2. Same as User Type 1, except you should use this type for your second drive, if necessary.

  • Page 32: Advanced Cmos Setup

    Advanced CMOS Setup Typematic Rate Programming This option allows you to customize the way your keyboard operates. You can select enabled or disabled. (The default setting is Disabled.) are applicable: 0 Typematic Rate Delay determines how long it takes for a key to repeat input when you hold it down. You can choose 250, 500, 750, or 1000 millisecond (ms) delays.

  • Page 33: System Boot Up Sequence

    System Boot Up Sequence This option determines which drive the system checks first to find an operating system. The following options are available: Drive A: before C (default): The system checks drive A before checking drive C. This selection allows you to boot from a diskette, if necessary.

  • Page 34: Isa Linear Frame Buffer

    ISA Linear Frame Buffer The ISA linear frame buffer is for video expansion boards that take advantage of a linear frame buffer. See your video board manual to see if this option applies to your board. You can specify the buffer size to be either lMB, 2MB, or 4MB. If you enable this option, video board performance may be improved.

  • Page 35: Base Memory Size

    The maximum disabled shadow memory size is 64KB. You can reach a 64KB size only if you set the disabled shadow memory base to COOOOH or DOOOOH. Selecting the other Disable Shadow Memory Base settings causes the Disable Shadow Memory Size to be smaller. Base Memory Size You can select a base memory size of either 640KB or 512KB.

  • Page 36: Enhanced Isa Timing

    Enhanced ISA Timing When you enable this option, the ISA bus operates at 10 MHz. This can result in faster system performance if the ISA expansion boards in the system can operate at 10 MHz (instead of the standard 8 MHz). The default setting is Disabled. ISA IRQ 9, ISA IRQ I0, and ISA IRQ 11 These options set the IRQ 9 through IRQ 11 use for the PC1 auto-configuration code.

  • Page 37: On-Board Ide Drive

    On-board IDE Drive This option allows you to enable or disable the built-in IDE hard disk drive controller. The default setting is Enabled. First Serial Port Address You can select a COMl address of 2E8H, 3E8H, 2F8H, or 3F8H. If Programming Option is set to Auto, this option is set to Disabled.

  • Page 38: Configure With Bios Defaults

    Configure With BIOS Defaults This option loads the CMOS with the default values contained in the flash ROM. Configure With Power- on Defaults This option reloads the CMOS with the values stored at the last power-on of the system. Change Password When you set a password with this option, you enable the system password function.

  • Page 39: Write To Cmos And Exit

    Write to CMOS and Exit After making changes to your configuration in Setup, select Write to CMOS and Exit to save the settings to the CMOS and exit the Setup program. Do Not Write to CMOS and Exit If you do not want to save any of the changes you have made to your configuration, select this option to discard those changes and exit Setup.

  • Page 40: Using Your Computer

    Chapter- 3 Using Your Computer This chapter briefly describes the following operations: Stopping a command or program 0 Resetting the computer 0 Using the password Changing the processor speed 0 Upgrading the BIOS. Stopping a Command or Program You may sometimes need to stop a command or program while it is running.

  • Page 41: Resetting The Computer

    Resetting the Computer Occasionally, you may want to clear the computer’s memory without turning it off. You can do this by resetting the computer. For example, if an error occurs and the computer does not respond to your commands, you can reset it to reload your operating system and try again.

  • Page 42: Using A Password

    Using a Password If you set a password in the Setup program, you’ll see the prompt, Enter CURRENT Password: whenever you turn on or reset your computer. (If you press F1 to enter Setup, you’ll see the prompt after you press F1.) When you see the prompt, type your password and press Enter;...
  • Page 43 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, you can change the speed to low to access the diskette and return it to high speed when you are finished.

  • Page 44: Upgrading The Bios

    BIOS file will be available through the following sources: Call the EPSON Connection at l-800-922-8911 (in the United States) or l-800-GO-EPSON (in Canada) and ask for technical assistance. The technical support staff will help you download the file from the EPSON Bulletin Board System.
  • Page 45 When you are ready to upgrade your BIOS, follow these steps: Run the Setup program and make a note of your current settings so you can enter them again later, if necessary. Turn off the system. Change the setting of jumper J12H1 on your main system board so it is set to enable BIOS upgrades.

  • Page 46: Recovering An Interrupted Bios Upgrade

    13. Turn off your system and then change the setting of jumper J12H1 back to the normal flash operation setting. Also change the setting of jumper J13H1 to set your CMOS values to their default settings. See Chapter 4 for instructions.
  • Page 47 Remove the diskette from drive A and reboot your system to verify that it starts correctly. Turn off your computer and then change the setting of jumper J12Hl back to the normal flash operation setting. See Chapter 4. Insert the bootable BIOS utility diskette in drive A again. Turn on your system.

  • Page 48: Installing And Removing Options

    Chapter- 4 Installing and Removing Options This chapter describes how to install and remove the following optional devices: 0 Expansion boards 0 M e m o r y m o d u l e s 0 Video RAM modules. It also tells you how to remove and replace the computer’s cover so you can access these options and any drives you want to install or remove (as described in Chapter 5).

  • Page 49: Removing The Computer's Cover

    Removing the Computer ‘s Cover Follow these steps to remove the computer’s cover: Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system. Turn off the computer. Disconnect all cables from the computer. If necessary, put identification tags on the cables so you can reconnect them correctly.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Computer's Cover

    Replacing the Computer’s Cover Make sure you did not leave any tools or loose parts inside the computer. Check that everything is properly installed and that all retaining screws are tightened. Hold the cover above the computer at an approximately 45 degree angle, as shown in the previous illustration.

  • Page 51: Main System Board Map

    Main System Board Map main Use the illustration below to locate components on the system board. Installing and Removing Options...

  • Page 52: Main System Board Jumpers

    Main System Board Jumpers The table below lists the functions of the main system board jumpers. Each jumper controls two functions. To locate these jumpers, see the main system board map on page 4-4. Main system board jumper settings Installing and Removing Options...

  • Page 53: Installing An Expansion Board

    Installing an Expansion Board You can install up to five expansion boards in your system: two PC1 boards and three ISA boards. The expansion slots on the expansion card riser board can accommodate up to two full-length boards (one ISA and one PCI) and up to three half-length boards (two ISA and one PCI).
  • Page 54 To remove an expansion slot cover on the side of the riser card nearest the power supply, you must first remove the expansion slot retaining bracket, as shown below. Installing and Removing Options...
  • Page 55 Remove the board from its packaging and place it on a grounded, static-free surface with the component side facing up. Caution Be careful not to conduct static electricity as you handle the expansion board or you may damage its circuitry. Set any jumpers or switches on the board according to the manufacturer’s Hold the board by its top edge or upper corners, and...

  • Page 56: Removing An Expansion Board

    Align the rounded notch in the board’s end bracket with the threaded hole in the expansion slot frame and then insert the retaining screw. Be sure to push the bracket up against the screw before you tighten it or the bracket may interfere with an adjacent expansion board.
  • Page 57 If you are removing a board on the side of the riser card nearest the power supply, you must remove the expansion slot retaining bracket in order to remove the board. Refer to the illustration on page 4-7. Remove the screw that holds the board to the computer case. Hold the board at each end and pull it out firmly until the edge connectors are free of the expansion slot.
  • Page 58 The SIMM sockets are organized in two banks (Bank 0 and Bank 1) consisting of two sockets each. You must install the same type of SIMM in a bank. For example, you can install two 4MB SIMMs in Bank 0, but not one 4MB SIMM and one 8MB SIMM.
  • Page 59 SIMM configurations (continued) 4-12 Installing and Removing Options...
  • Page 60 Remove any expansion boards you may have installed that block your access to the SIMM sockets. See page 4-9 for instructions. Remove the 3.5-inch drive carrier so you can access the SIMM sockets. See the instructions in Chapter 5. Locate the SIMM sockets on the main system board using the map on page 4-4.

  • Page 61: Removing Slmms

    The small notch in the middle of the SIMM’s bottom edge should fit over a raised bump in the SIMM socket and the sides of the SIMM should fit beneath the metal retaining posts. If the SIMM is not seated correctly, press outward on the metal retaining posts to remove it and try again.

  • Page 62: Installing Vram

    Hold the SIMM only by its edges and lift it away from the socket. Store the SIMM in an anti-static package. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each SIMM you need to remove. Replace the 3.5-inch drive carrier as described in Chapter 5. Replace any expansion boards you removed;...
  • Page 63 Remove one of the VRAMs from its anti-static package, being careful not to touch the pins on the device. You install the first VRAM in socket Ul0Cl. Position the VRAM so that its orientation mark (either a notch or a small dot) is aligned with the end of the socket containing pin 1.

  • Page 64: Removing Vram

    Removing VRAM Remove the computer’s cover; see page 4-2. Remove any expansion boards you may have installed that block your access to the VRAM sockets. See page 4-9 for instructions. Locate the VRAM sockets on the main system board using the map on page 4-4.

  • Page 65: Installing And Removing Drives

    Chapter- 5 Installing and Removing Drives This chapter describes how to install and remove optional drives in your computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including hard disk drives, a diskette drive, a tape drive, a CD-ROM drive, or an optical drive.

  • Page 66: Setting The Hard Disk Drive Jumpers

    The table below lists the jumper settings for high-capacity, optional EPSON hard disk drives. If your drive is not listed, check the documentation that came with it or call the manufacturer for the jumper settings.

  • Page 67: Removing The Drive's Mounting Frames

    Removing the Drive's Mounting Frames If there are mounting frames attached to a drive you want to install, you may need to remove them before you can install the drive. If you are installing a 3.5-inch drive in the 3.5-inch drive carrier or a 5.25-inch drive in the 5.25-inch drive bay, you need to remove any drive mounting frames so the drive will fit.

  • Page 68: Removing The 3.5Inch Drive Carrier

    Removing the 3.5inch Drive Carrier The 3.5-inch drive carrier in your computer holds the diskette drive that came with your system and has an additional 3.5-inch drive bay you can use to install an internal drive. You must remove the carrier from the computer before you can do the following: Install or remove any 3.5-inch drives in the carrier Install or remove any drives in the 5.25-inch drive bay...
  • Page 69 Remove the four screws securing the drive carrier to the computer. Slide the drive carrier toward the computer’s back panel. Then lift up the back of the carrier and pull it out of the computer at an approximately 45 degree angle. If you are going to install a drive in the 3.5-inch drive carrier, see page 5-7;...

  • Page 70: Installing The 3.5-Inch Drive Carrier

    Installing the 3.5-inch Drive Carrier Follow these steps to reinstall the drive carrier in the computer: Position the drive carrier above the computer at a 45 degree angle. Make sure the front of the diskette drive faces the front of the computer and the drive connectors face the back.

  • Page 71: Installing A 3.5-Inch Drive

    Installing a 3.5-inch Drive Follow these steps to install a drive in the 3.5-inch drive carrier: Follow the instructions on page 5-4 to remove the drive carrier from the computer. Position the drive so its front panel faces the front of the drive carrier and the drive’s connectors face the back.

  • Page 72: Removing A 3.5-Inch Drive

    Removing a 3.5-inch Drive Follow these steps to remove a drive from the 3.5-inch drive carrier: Follow the instructions on page 5-4 to remove the drive carrier from the computer. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the carrier. (If you are removing be secured with four instead of the sides.)

  • Page 73: Installing A 5.25-Inch Drive

    Installing a 5.25-inch Drive The 5.25-inch drive bay can accommodate one full-height or two half-height drives. To install a 3.5-inch drive in the 5.25-inch drive bay, make sure the drive has 5.25-inch mounting frames attached to it. If your system did not come with an IDE hard disk drive and you are going to install one or more of them, you need to obtain a data cable that daisy-chains connectors for drives.
  • Page 74 If you are installing an externally accessible drive, you need to remove the front bezel filler panel for that drive slot. Press in on the four retaining clips inside the filler panel and push it out the front of the bezel, as shown in the previous illustration.
  • Page 75 If you need to use the holes in the upper bay that are the closest to the front of the computer, you must disconnect the computer’s power switch assembly to access the holes. Remove the screw securing the switch’s grounding wire. Then lift up the back of the power switch bracket and push the power switch assembly from the front of the computer toward the back.
  • Page 76 10. If you installed an IDE hard disk drive, go to step 11 Ifyou installed a 5.25-inch diskette drive, connect it to the appropriate type of free connector on the diskette drive cable. This cable is connected to the main system board interface J851.

  • Page 77: Removing A 5.25-Inch Drive

    16. See “Post-installation Setup” in Chapter 4 for instructions on configuring your system with the new drive configuration. Removing a 5.25-inch Drive Follow these steps to remove a 5.25-inch drive: Remove the computer’s cover; see Chapter 4. Follow the instructions on page 5-4 to remove the 3.5-inch drive carrier from the computer.
  • Page 78 Remove the screws securing the drive to the drive bay If you use the holes in the upper bay that are the closest to the front of the computer, you must disconnect the computer’s power switch assembly to access the holes. Remove the screw securing the switch’s grounding wire.
  • Page 79 You must install a metal plate and filler panel in any open drive slot to maintain the electromagnetic emissions characteristics of the system and to ensure proper cooling of the interior. If you secured the drive in the upper bay using the holes that are the closest to the front of the computer, you must reinstall the computer’s power switch assembly that you removed earlier.
  • Page 80 Chapter- 6 Using the video Utilities Your system has an integrated AT1 Mach32, PC1 local bus graphics accelerator chip which provides the following features: 0 Zero wait-state VGA for MS-DOS application performance 0 Acceleration for Windows/ graphical user interface (GUI) performance Linear Frame Buffer for fast image data transfer.

  • Page 81: Supported Video Refresh Rates

    Supported Video Refresh Rates The system supports a variety of vertical refresh rates, listed below. The resolution used by your software application is independent of the refresh rate. The refresh rate depends on the monitor type you selected in Setup and the capabilities of your monitor.
  • Page 82 Using the Video Utilities...
  • Page 83 Monitor- List The following table lists the monitors that are directly supported by the Mach 32 accelerator. Some monitors are listed twice because the manufacturer may have released an upgraded version of a monitor that supports higher refresh rates. Use the entry that matches the information in the documentation for your monitor.
  • Page 84 If so, select that type when you use the Mach 32 installation program. If you have an EPSON monitor, see the second table for information on the monitor type you should select. Mach 32 monitor list...
  • Page 85 EPSON monitor types If your monitor does not match any of these types, you can set up a custom monitor, as described on page 6-9. Before You Run the Mach32 lnstallation Program You may not need to run the Mach32 installation program if your video configuration matches the program’s default...
  • Page 86 Note If your monitor supports resolutions greater than 640 x 480, you should run the Mach32 installation program. If you do need to run the Mach32 installation program, be sure to do the following to make sure the program runs correctly: Make sure no system hardware, such as fax/ modem boards or LAN boards, use the address COM4 (2E8) or any address in the range 2E0 to 2EF.
  • Page 87 3. You see this menu: Set Power-Up Configuration Set Current Video Mode/Configuration Test Graphics Adapter Install Video Adapter Utilities Install Device Drivers Install Adapter Interface These options are described in the sections below. If you see a message indicating that your adapter is in a new program can update the adapter’s configuration information.
  • Page 88 You see the following menu: S e t P o w e r - U p C o n f i g u r a t i o n M o n i t o r T y p e Power-Up Video Mode VGA Memory Size If the configuration shown is correct for your system, press FIO...
  • Page 89 Follow the instructions on the screen to select a resolution and the refresh rate it uses. When you see the Screen Adjustment display, follow the instructions on the screen to adjust the display parameters. If the adjustments are still incorrect, use the controls on your monitor to make further adjustments.
  • Page 90 Now see the next section for instructions on testing the graphics adapter. Running the Graphics Adapter Diagnostics You can test the operation of the Mach32 graphics adapter by running the diagnostic tests on the AT1 Mach32 driver diskette. You might want to run these tests after you set the power-up configuration and later if you have any problems with your adapter.
  • Page 91 Once you have installed these drivers and utilities, you can install Windows on your system. If you have already installed Windows, run Windows Setup and select the Mach32 driver as your Display. See your Windows documentation for instructions. Then see the next section for instructions on installing the Mach32 Windows drivers and configuring Windows for using them.

  • Page 92: Using Flexdesk

    Using FlexDesk FlexDesk is a Windows application that allows you to select your screen resolution and color depth. It also activates various advanced features. When you start Windows, the Program Manager displays the Control group. The group contains the FlexDesk control icon. You can move this icon to another group by dragging and dropping it where you want it.
  • Page 93 Colors Use the Colors box to specify the number of colors displayed. Colors and Screen are interdependent. Generally, the higher the resolution, the fewer the available colors; the more available colors, the lower the resolution. Push buttons Accept new settings and restart Windows. A message is displayed confirming that Windows will be restarted, or that you can Cancel your selections and return to the FlexDesk control panel.
  • Page 94 You can assign a keystroke to the following functions: Pan Left Move the screen left Pan Right Move the screen right Pan Up Move the screen up Pan Down Move the screen down Zoom In Zoom in (make the screen image larger) Zoom Out Zoom out (make more of the screen visible).
  • Page 95 Advanced setings Use the Advanced Settings panel to specify the following: 0 DeskTop size Color format in 16 bpp (bits per pixels) modes Screen font environment (logical dots per inch) 0 Color palette enabling 0 D i t h e r i n g . The sections below describe these features.
  • Page 96 The options are: 0 5 / 5 / 5 6/6/4 0 6 / 5 / 5 0 5 / 6 / 5 The most popular color formats are 5/ 5/ 5 (often referred to as Hi-color) or 5/ 6/ 5 (used as Targa-16 file formats). If your application displays strange color combinations when using a 15-bit or 16-bit image, change the color format.
  • Page 97 Dithering The Mach32 driver normally uses an optimized dither (combining two or more colors to produce the illusion of a third color) when running in 16 and 256 color modes. However, this may result in some unusual colors. When you use 256 color mode with the 256 Color Palette set to On, you can set the dithering to VGA Standard.
  • Page 98 The Turbo Adapter Interface (AI) is a programming interface written exclusively for the Mach32. The AI provides access to the Mach32 coprocessor by providing a call interface to programs performing display functions in the 85141 A compatible part of the controller. It is 100% compatible with AI programs written for the IBM 8514/A.

  • Page 99: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. ldentifying Your System When you request technical assistance, be ready to provide the...
  • Page 100 Software versions: CONFIG.SYS: AUTOEXEC.BAT: Troubleshooting In Windows and Windows applications, select About from the Help menu. As your software application starts, it usually displays a version number on the banner screen. Also, you can check your software manual. At the MS-DOS prompt, type and press Enter to see a C O N F I G S Y S...

  • Page 101: Error And Information Messages

    Error and Information Messages This section lists the beep codes, error messages, and ISA nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) messages that you might see or hear when you start the system. Beep Codes Troubleshooting 7-3...

  • Page 102: Error Messages

    Error Messages Troubleshooting...
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 104: Isa Nm1 Messages

    ISA NMI Messages General Troubleshooting This section provides general troubleshooting steps to identify a problem and locate its source. Turn off the system and any peripheral devices. Disconnect all external devices from the system, except for the keyboard and the video display. Make sure the system is plugged into a properly grounded power outlet.
  • Page 105 If the operating system normally loads from the hard disk drive, make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive. If the operating system normally loads from a diskette, insert the operating system diskette into the drive. Turn on the system. If the power indicator does not light but the system seems to be operating normally, the indicator is probably defective.

  • Page 106: Problems At Initial System Start-Up

    Make a note of the error and press F1 to resume. For most non-fatal error messages, there is only one message. If a second error message is displayed, it will be RUN SETUP. If this message appears, press F1 to run Setup.

  • Page 107: Problems When The System Was Running Correctly

    Is the power supply set to the proper input voltage? See Chapter 1. 0 Are expansion boards and disk drives installed correctly? See Chapters 4 and 5. Is there a keyboard attached? Is a bootable diskette installed in drive A? If the system has a hard disk, is it properly formatted or defined? 0 Are all SIMMs installed correctly? Try reseating the SIMMs.

  • Page 108: Problems Running New Application Software

    If the problem recurs, you may need to reformat the hard disk. If the problem persists after reformatting the disk, the super I/O controller on the system board may be defective. If the problems are intermittent, there may be a loose cable, dirt in the keyboard (if keyboard input is incorrect), a marginal power supply, or other random component failures.
  • Page 109 Is the software an authorized copy? Unauthorized copies often do not work. Obtain an authorized copy of the software. If you are running the software from a diskette, is it a good copy? If you are running the software from a hard disk, is the software correctly installed? Were all necessary procedures followed and files installed? 0 Are the correct device drivers installed?

  • Page 110: Miscellaneous Problems

    Miscellaneous Problems Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection if the suggested actions in the table below do not solve the problem. Problem Application software problems Beep pattern is absent 7-12 Troubleshooting Solutions Make sure all cables are installed correctly.
  • Page 111 Problem Solutions Characters on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are the screen are properly adjusted. distorted or incorrect Make sure the video signal and power cables are properly installed. Characters do Make sure the monitor is plugged in and turned on. not appear on screen Check that the brightness and contrast controls are...
  • Page 112 7-14 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 113: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specificafions CPU and Memory System speed System memory Cache memory Intel Pentium 60 MHz microprocessor; backward compatible with 8086, 80286, i386, and i486 CPUs; supports read and write burst mode bus cycles; built-in 16KB write-back cache; integrated math coprocessor High and low speeds available;...
  • Page 114 video RAM Shadow RAM Clock/ calendar A - 2 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s 128KB system and video BIOS located on a flash EEPROM device; contains Setup program code, power-on self test code, update recovery code, and the PC1 board auto-configuration utility;...

  • Page 115: Controllers

    Controllers Video Diskette Hard disk Parallel port Serial ports AT1 68800AX Mach32 graphics accelerator connected directly to the PC1 bus; compatible with MDA, CGA, Hercules Graphics, EGA, and VGA video standards; supports normal and enhanced video modes; supports interlaced and non-interlaced monitors SMC FDC37C665 super I/O controller with interface on the main system board...

  • Page 116: Interfaces

    Interfaces Video Parallel Serial Keyboard Mouse Erpansion slots Mass Storage A - 4 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s SVGA PC1 local bus interface with standard, 15-pin analog connector; VESA compliant 8514/ A feature connector on main system board for auxiliary video subsystem installed in an expansion slot Multimode, bidirectional parallel port...

  • Page 117: Keyboard

    Keyboard Setup Program Physical Characteristics Power Supply Type Input ranges A C input current ACpower outlet Cables Detachable, two-position height; 101 or 102 sculpted keys; country-dependent main typewriter keyboard; numeric/ cursor control keypad; four-key cursor control keypad; 12 function keys Stored in ROM;...

  • Page 118: Power Consumption

    DC output Power consumption Expansion board power limits Caution To avoid damage to the system board or power supply, do not exceed a total of 145 Watts power draw. A - 6 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...

  • Page 119: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements Tested Operating Environments Although your system will run most software applications, the following operating environments have been tested for compatibility with your system : Microsoft MS-DOS Novell DR DOS Novell NetWare 2.2, 3.12, and 4.01 Novell NetWare Lite 1.1 IBM OS/ 2 2.1 ®...

  • Page 120: Options Available From Epson

    Options Available from EPSON Many options for enhancing and supplementing this product are available from EPSON, including the following: Monitors 14” VGA monochrome and color monitors 15” high-resolution color VGA monitor 17” and 20” Professional Series monitors Keyboards and Mouse...
  • Page 121 System Memory Map Specifications A-9...
  • Page 122 System l/O Addresses A - 1 0 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...

  • Page 123: System Board Interrupts

    System 170 addresses (continued) System Board Interrupts S p e c i f i c a t i o n s A - 1 1...

  • Page 124: Dma Channel

    System board interrupts (continued) DMA Channels Safety Compliance This equipment meets or exceeds requirements for safety in the US (UL 1950 1st Edition), Canada (CSA 950), and Europe (TUV to EN60950, IEC 950). A - 1 2 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...

  • Page 125: Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector Pin Assignments Parallel port connector (J13C1) Serialport connectors (J13E1, J13F1) Auxiliary (3.3v) power connector (JPH1) Specifications A-13...
  • Page 126 Primary power connector (J1H1) Diskette drive connector (JBJ1) A - 1 4 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...
  • Page 127 AT IDE hard disk drive connector (JBJ2) Speaker connector (JlFl) Specifications A-15...
  • Page 128 Auxiliary 2 V front fan connector (J3A1) ISA expansion board connectors A - 1 6 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...
  • Page 129 ISA expansion board connectors (continued) Specifications A-17...
  • Page 130 PCI expansion board connectors A - 1 8 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...
  • Page 131 Mouse and keyboard connectors (J13G1 and J13H5) Reset connector (JlF2) Power LED connector (J1F3) Hard disk drive LED connector (J1G1) Turbo LED connector (JlHl) Specifications A-19...
  • Page 132 video monitor port connector (J13A1) VESA feature connector (J10A1) A-20 Specifications...
  • Page 133 DMA channels, A-12 Drive bay(s), Intro-2, Intro-4, A-4 carrier, Intro-2, 5-5-7, A-4 mounting frames, 5-34 Environmental conditions, l-l-2, EPSON Connection, Intro-7, 3-5 Error messages, 2-2, 7-3-5 Expansion boards, Intro-5, 4-6-10, Expansion slots, Intro-l, 1-6, 4-6-10, A-4 Flash EEPROM, Intro-l, Intro-4-5,...
  • Page 134 Interrupts, A-l 1-12 International marketing locations, Intro-7 I/O addresses, A-10-11 IRQ options, 2-l1-12 expansion boards, see Expansionboards interrupt options, 2-l1 linear frame options, 2-9 NM1 messages, 7-6 timing option, 2-10 Jumper(s) hard disk drive, 5-2-3 main system board, 4-5 Keyboard port, Intro-2, 1-6, A-4 testing option, 2-6 type, A-5...
  • Page 135 RAM, seeMemory Resetting your system, l-5, 3-2 ROM, A-2 Safety compliance, A-12 Safety precautions, iii-iv, l-6 Self test, l-7, 2-2, 7-3-6 Serial ports, Intro-2, 2-12, A-34 Setup program advanced, 2-7-l1 configuring defaults, 2-13 exiting, 2-14 options, 2-4 password, 2-8, 2-13, 3-3 peripheral management, 2-11-12 post-installation, 4-17 saving settings, 2-14...

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