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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 2 Although this guide has been carefully checked for accuracy, there may have been changes to the design and specification of the computer since the guide was printed. There are no warranties as to the accuracy of the information in this guide, and AST Computer cannot be responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions.
  • Page 3 As an NERGY TAR® Partner, AST Computer has determined that this product meets the NERGY TAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    6. Do not use CD or DVD disks that are not perfectly round or are otherwise unbalanced. Due to the very high rotation speeds inside the CD and DVD drives, an unbalanced disk can cause vibration and malfunctions. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Using Standby Mode ..................... 25 Using Audio ........................26 Using the Diskette Drive....................26 Standard Diskette Drive ....................27 SuperDisk Drive ......................27 Using the Keyboard and Mouse ..................27 Using the MIDI/Game Port ....................28 Using a Modem ......................... 28 Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 6 Changing Drives ......................46 Changing Drives in the 3.5” Drive Bays................. 48 Removing a 3.5” Drive....................48 Installing a 3.5” Drive....................49 Changing Drives in the 5.25” Drive Bays............... 51 Removing a 5.25” Drive..................... 51 Installing a 5.25” Drive....................53 Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 7 Start-Up Error Messages....................74 Start-Up Beep Codes ....................76 Modem AT Commands ..................... 77 Basic AT Commands ....................77 Extended AT Commands ....................79 MNP, v.42 and v.42bis AT Commands ................. 79 Fax Class 1 Commands....................80 Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 8 Specifications ........................81 Index..........................85 Regulatory Notices ......................87 Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 9: An Overview

    The next few pages gives you a quick tour of the computer; the following sections have a more in-depth description of each feature. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 10: The Front Of The Computer

    \t "See Diskette drive"}{xe "CD-ROM drive"}{xe "DVD drive"}{xe "CDR-W drive"}{xe "Optical drive"}{xe "Reset button"}{xe "Front panel"}{xe "Drive bays"}{xe "Hard disk drive:LED"}{xe "Device bays"}{xe "Suspend mode"}{xe "Power LED"}{xe "Power button"}{xe "LS-120 drive" \t "See SuperDisk drive"}{xe "Zip drive"} Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 11 A 5.25” device bay (CD- Usually contains the optical drive, see page 30 for more ROM drive shown) details. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 12 22 for more details. H Power LED Lights when the computer is turned on. Hard drive LED Lights when the hard disk is being accessed, do not turn off or reset the computer when this is lit. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 13: The Back Of The Computer

    The Back of the Computer{xe "AC voltage switch"}{xe "AC connector"}{xe "PS/2"}{xe "Mouse"}{xe "Keyboard"}{xe "USB"}{xe "Serial ports"}{xe "Parallel port"}{xe "Printer port"}{xe "Video:port"}{xe "Graphics port"}{xe "Game port"}{xe "Audio"}{xe "Microphone"}{xe "Speaker port"}{xe "Option cards"}{xe "MIDI port"}{xe "Padlock"}{xe "Security:Padlock"}{xe "MIDI port"}{xe "Modem"}{xe "Network card"}{ XE "LAN:card" } Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 14 Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 15 Use this to restrict access inside your computer; see page 32 for details. Q Modem card This optional card is used to connect to a telephone line; see page 28 for more details. Monitor connector Connect your monitor here; see page 36 for more details. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 16: Ergonomic Considerations

    Use the entire seat and backrest to support your body. The angle between your back and thighs should be 90º or greater. • Place your feet flat against the floor. Extend your lower legs slightly so that the angle between your upper and lower legs is greater than 90º. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 17: Typing

    Set up the resolution and icon and font sizes so that you can read things easily. • Clean the screen regularly. • Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away. Blink often. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 18: Turning The Computer On And Off

    On the back of your computer, just above the AC power connector, is the AC voltage selection switch. The switch has two settings, depending on the AC supply: 115 VAC (from 100 to 127 VAC) and 230 VAC (from 200 to 240 VAC). Check with your utility company for the correct range. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 19: Turning On The Computer

    However, the only ports to which you can connect external devices when the computer is turned on are the two USB ports. Devices that use other ports must be connected before you turn on the computer; if Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 20: Using The Network To Turn On The Computer

    On LAN item in the Boot menu of Setup must be set to Power On (see page 71). If you ordered your computer with an Ethernet card installed, it is set up to support Wake on LAN. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 21: Turning On The Computer Via The Modem

    On Modem Ring item in the Boot menu of Setup must be set to Power On (see page 71). If you ordered the computer with the 56k v.90 modem card, this does not support Wake on Ring. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 22: Turning Off The Computer

    After that you should be OK, but we recommend you go ahead and close everything else down normally, then restart the computer through the Shut Down utility on the Start menu. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 23: Shutting Down The Computer

    Power button on the front panel for about five seconds - until the computer shuts down - this is a safety feature to prevent the computer being accidentally turned off. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 24: Power Management

    Standby mode • generate less heat than conventional systems • tend to be quieter than conventional computers. When you buy any electronic equipment - a printer, monitor, TV or VCR, check that it meets NERGY TAR® power guidelines. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 25: Using Standby Mode

    In Windows, you can also enter Suspend mode by clicking the Start button, selecting Shut Down. . . then Standby and clicking OK. You can also enter Suspend mode by {xe "Timeout"}pressing and immediately releasing the Power button on the front panel. To wake the computer from Standby mode, you can: Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 26: Using Audio

    Using the Diskette Drive{xe "Diskette drive"}{xe "SuperDisk drive"}{xe "1.44MB diskettes"}{xe "120MB diskettes"} The 3.5” diskette drive in your computer is either a standard diskette drive, supporting 720KB and 1.44MB diskettes or a SuperDisk (LS-120) drive that also supports 120MB diskettes. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 27: Standard Diskette Drive

    Using the Keyboard and Mouse{xe "Keyboard"}{xe "Mouse"}{xe "PS/2"} The keyboard and mouse supplied with your computer use the PS/2 ports on the back of the computer to connect to the system; see page 13 for the location of these ports. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 28: Using The Midi/Game Port

    FCC regulations limit data transfer rates to 53kbps due to excessive power demands at higher speeds. • data modem connections up to 33.6kbps with error correction (v.42/ MNP 2-4) and data compression (v.42bis/ MNP5) • video phone connections using the v.80 standard Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 29: Using A Network Card

    PC, for example, reviewing system and configuration information about DMI/SMBIOS-compliant hardware components, backing up and restoring system files, troubleshooting system errors. Open the LDCM icon in Windows and use the built-in help there to find out more. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 30: Using The Optical Drive

    There are two standards of writing to CD-R and CDR-W disks: pre-mastering and Drive Letter Access (DLA). Pre-mastering software assembles all of the data, then writes all at one time (or session) to the disk. A multi-session disk has several of these sessions recorded on Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 31 The disk stops spinning, then the drawer opens. If the disk is being used by a program, the drawer will not open until the program stops using it. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 32: Using The Parallel Port

    • use the User and Supervisor passwords to restrict access to the operating system and Setup • use a Windows password • prevent data being written to the diskette drive. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 33: User And Supervisor Passwords

    You set Unattended Start in Setup, see page 69 for more details. The password can be up to eight characters long. It is case-sensitive, so make sure you note the Caps Lock setting before setting a password. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 34: Windows Password

    Password utility to change to a new password, but do not type a new one. Write-Protecting the Diskette Drive{xe "Diskette drive"}{xe "Write protection"} You can prevent data being copied to the diskette drive using the Setup program, see page 67 for more details. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 35: Using The Serial Ports

    127 devices to your computer, using cables between each device up to 16 feet (5m) long, each using the same type of connector. The first time you connect a device, you may have to load some software, but after that, the device is configured automatically. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 36: Using The Video Controller

    ON Steady Power on diagnostics No cartridge inserted Cartridge inserted but not spinning Cartridge inserted and spinning, but media not being accessed Fast Blink Drive spinning up or down Irregular Blink Media being accessed Format in progress Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 37 First wait for at least one minute after turning off the computer, then insert the a thin stiff wire, like a small, straightened paper clip, into the small hole to the left of the LED indicator on the cartridge eject button. The cartridge should be ejected. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 38: Changing Things

    Some circuitry on the motherboard can continue to operate even though the front panel power button is off. WARNING: Failure to disconnect power before removing the cover can result in personal injury and/or equipment damage! Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 39: Getting Inside The Computer

    Replacing the Front Bezel Align the plastic studs at the top of the bezel with the slots on the unit then press along the face of the front bezel until the studs snap into place. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 40: Removing The System Cover

    4. Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis until the front edge is free from the front panel and the rear tabs are free from the slots on the chassis. 5. Lift the cover straight up to remove it from the chassis. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 41: Replacing The System Cover

    4. Reinstall and tighten the retaining screws at the rear of the chassis. 5. If you are using one, replace the padlock. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 42: Motherboard Layout

    "RTC battery"}{xe "Memory"}{xe "DIMMs"}{xe "IDE"}{xe "PCI cards"}{xe "AGP"}{xe "ISA cards"}{xe "CD-ROM drive"}{xe "Wake on LAN"}{xe "Wake on ring"} A Processor AGP video card CD-ROM audio B Processor fan Real-time clock battery CD-ROM line-in C DIMM sockets BIOS Configuration Telephony jumper Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 43 D Power PCI cards Aux line-in E Diskette drive ISA cards Video line-in Secondary IDE Wake On Ring G Primary IDE Wake On LAN Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 44: Adding Memory

    3. Gently spread the retaining clip at each end of the DIMM, then, holding the DIMM only by the edges, lift it away from the socket. 4. Store the DIMM in an anti-static package. 5. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 45: Installing A Memory Module

    4. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the DIMM socket, making sure that it is seated firmly. When the DIMM seats correctly, the retaining clips snap into place. 5. Reconnect any cables you had to unplug. 6. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 46: Changing Drives

    You can change the installed drives or add additional drives in the empty bays. You can put an additional 3.5” drive in the empty 3.5” bay, or you can install it in one of the 5.25” bays if you mount the drive in a 5.25” drive carrier. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 47 IDE master and other as an IDE slave. In general, the hard disk that contains the operating system should be the master. Slave and master are usually set by jumpers on the drive, refer to the information that came with the drive for details. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 48: Changing Drives In The 3.5" Drive Bays

    If necessary, label the cables to assist you in reinstalling them later. Data cables Power cables 3. The 3.5” drive mounting bracket is secured inside the computer with a screw into the 5.25” drive mounting bracket. Remove and save this screw. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 49: Installing A 3.5" Drive

    6. If you are installing the drive into a bay that was empty, you may need to remove the EMI filler panel on the front panel of the cabinet and the plastic bezel insert on the front bezel in order to insert disks and tapes into the drive. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 50 5.25” drive mounting bracket. 10. Attach the power cables and the data cables to the diskette drive and the other drives in the 3.5” drive mounting bracket. 11. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 51: Changing Drives In The 5.25" Drive Bays{Xe "5.25

    1. Follow the instructions on page 40 to remove the system cover. 2. Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive. If necessary, label the cables to assist you in reinstalling them later. CD-ROM audio cable Data cable Power cable Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 52 6. If the device is a 3.5” device mounted in a 5.25” carrier, remove the screws that hold the drive in place in the carrier. Slide the drive from the carrier. 7. Place the drive in an anti-static wrapper. 8. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 53: Installing A 5.25" Drive

    8. Insert and tighten two screws on the left side of the mounting bracket to secure the drive. 9. Attach the power and data cables to the drives. 10. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 54: Changing Option Cards

    ISA or a PCI card there. If you ordered your computer with a network or modem card, it will be installed in one of the PCI connectors. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 55: Resetting Pci Configuration Data

    4. Turn on the computer, the computer should now configure the PCI cards to work together. 5. Restart the computer and enter Setup. Go to the Advanced menu and change the Reset Configuration Data setting to No. Save and exit Setup. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 56: Removing An Option Card

    5. Store the card in an anti-static protective wrapper. 6. Install an expansion slot cover over the vacant opening in the back panel. 7. Reinstall the screw to secure the slot cover. 8. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 57: Installing An Option Card

    4. Remove the option card from its wrapper and place it on a grounded, static-free surface, component-side up. 5. Set any card jumpers or switches according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 58 8. Reinstall the screw from the slot cover to secure the card in the slot. 9. Connect cables (if needed) to the installed card. 10. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 59: Changing The Processor

    1. Follow the instructions on page 40 to remove the system cover. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs on the top of the processor and lift the processor and attached heatsink from the socket. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 60 3. Remove the heatsink clips by sliding them straight out, then up and away from the processor. Separate the heatsink from the processor 4. Place the processor in an anti-static package. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 61: Installing A Processor

    4. If you installing a processor of a different speed from the one that was installed, follow the instruction on page 73 to access the Maintenance menu and set the correct speed. 5. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 62: Replacing The Rtc Battery

    Always discard used batteries according to their manufacturer’s instructions. 1. Follow the instructions on page 40 to remove the system cover. 2. Use a small, flat-bladed screwdriver to press the retaining clip on the battery holder and disengage the battery. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 63 4. Position the new battery in the socket so that its “+” and “-” signs are in the same orientation as the previous battery’s. 5. Press the new battery securely into the socket. 6. Follow the instructions on page 41 to replace the system cover Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 64: The Setup Program

    The L2 cache in the processor Support Disabled† module does not support ECC memory, so do not change this. System Time hours, minutes, seconds Sets the system time in the 24-hour format. System Date month, day, and year Sets the system date Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 65: The Advanced Menu

    NumLock Auto† Determines the status of the NumLock key when the computer is started. Auto turns on NumLock for keyboards with 101 or more keys, off for other keyboards. † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 66: Peripheral Configuration Submenu

    Audio Disabled Enables or disables the built-in audio Enabled† controller. Legacy USB Disabled† If you are using a USB keyboard or mouse, Support Enabled enabling this allows you to use it in Setup. † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 67: Ide Configuration Submenu

    Fast PIO 1, 2, 3, 4, to or from the drive. FPIO 3 / DMA 1, FPIO 4 / DMA 2 Ultra DMA Disabled, Sets the Ultra DMA mode for the Mode 0, 1, 2 device. † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 68: Floppy Options Submenu

    64MB of system memory, you can change this here. Default Primary PCI, If you install a PCI video card, select PCI to Video Adapter AGP† set the card as the primary display device. † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 69: Resource Configuration Submenu

    Limited access Sets restrictions on how what a User can Full† do in Setup. Unattended Start Disabled † When enabled, the computer starts, but Enabled the keyboard is locked until the password is entered. † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 70: The Power Menu

    Specifies if the hard disk uses less power Enabled† when the computer is in Standby mode. VESA Video Power Disabled, Sets the mode for the monitor when the Down Standby† computer is in Standby mode. Sleep † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 71: The Boot Menu

    Hard Drive The operating system assigns a drive letter Third Boot Device ATAPI CD to each boot device in the order listed. Changing the order of the devices may Fourth Boot Device Network Boot change the drive lettering. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 72: The Exit Menu

    Setup gets its values from its own memory. If this memory is corrupted, Setup uses the custom defaults. If no custom defaults are set, Setup uses the factory defaults. Discard Changes Discards any changes you’ve made without exiting Setup. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 73: The Maintenance Menu

    2. Move the jumper so that it connects pins 2 and 3. J8A1 3. Replace the system cover as described on page 41. 4. Turn on the computer and press F2 to run Setup then access the Maintenance menu. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting And Error Codes

    The type of diskette drive for drive A is not correctly run SETUP identified in Setup (page 64). Invalid NVRAM media Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) access. type Keyboard controller The keyboard controller failed its test; turn the computer error off and reconnect the keyboard. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 75 (page 64). System RAM Failed at The memory is not working properly. Make sure the offset: nnnn memory is the correct type and that it is installed correctly (page 45). Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 76: Start-Up Beep Codes

    2-1-2-2 45h POST device initialization 2-1-2-3 46h Check ROM copyright notice 2-2-3-1 58h Test for unexpected interrupts 2-2-4-1 5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 KB Search for option ROMs. One long, two short beeps on checksum failure. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 77: Modem At Commands

    Turn on command echo† Display the value of register n Hang up Sr=n Set the value of register r to n Enter command mode Force tone dialing† I0 or Report firmware revision, model and Numeric responses interface type Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 78 CARRIER, NO ANSWER and ERROR) Report basic call progress result codes and Restore stored profile 0 after warm reset connection rate (OK, CONNECT, RING, NO CARRIER, NO ANSWER, CONNECT xxx and ERROR) - default setting † Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 79: Extended At Commands

    Direct data link mode &Q0 Same as \N0 v.42 or MNP mode only &Q5 Same as \N3 v.42, MNP or normal mode only† &Q6 Same as \N0 v.42 mode only MNP mode only † - default setting Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 80: Fax Class 1 Commands

    Fax Class 1 Commands{xe "Fax commands"} +FCLASS=n Service class +FTH= n Transmit data with HDLC framing +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC +FTM=n Transmit data framing +FRM=n Receive data +FTS= n Stop transmission and wait +FRS=n Receive silence Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 81: Specifications

    The processor module connects to the chipset that controls the rest of the computer via a 100MHz system bus. The Intel 440BX chipset includes the system controller, and interfaces to the AGP 2x video bus and the PCI expansion bus. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 82 LS-120 (SuperDisk) drive accepts DD (720KB), HD (1.44MB) or SD (120MB) diskettes. Hard disk{xe "Hard disk drive"}{xe "S.M.A.R.T."} UltraATA/33 drives with S.M.A.R.T. technology to predict drive failure. 4.3 and 8.6GB: 5400 rpm; 10.2, 13.6, 20.4 and 28.5GB: 7200rpm. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 83 DVD MPEG-2 decoder software hardware Maximum colors 16.7 million 16.7 million Maximum refresh rates 640 x 480 200Hz 200Hz 800 x 600 200Hz 200Hz 1024 x 768 150Hz 180Hz 1280 x 1024 100Hz 125Hz 1600 x 1280 85Hz 85Hz Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 84 Tape Drive (optional){xe "Tape drive"}{xe "20GB tapes"} Seagate TapeStor Travan 20 STT220000A drive with ATAPI interface; 20GB capacity with data compression; backup speed up to 120MB/min (uncompressed) Zip Drive{xe "Zip drive"} (optional) Zip drive with ATAPI interface accepts 100MB Zip disks Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 85: Index

    LS-120 drive. See SuperDisk drive Diskette drive, 10, 26, 34, 46, 48, 68, 82 Maintenance menu, 73 DMI, 29, 68 Memory, 42, 44, 69, 82 Drive bays, 10, 39, 46 Microphone, 13, 26 DSVD, 28 MIDI port, 13, 28 Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 86 Resetting the computer, 22 Wake on Ring, 21, 22 Resolution, 83 Weight, 81 Restarting the computer, 22 Windows password, 34 RTC battery, 42, 62 Write protection, 34, 68 S.M.A.R.T., 82 Zip drive, 10, 36, 84 ScanDisk, 23 Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 87: Regulatory Notices

    FCC Emission Notices For Users in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meet all of the requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet Appareil numerique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du reglement sur le materiel brouilleur do Canada. Premmia PS Series...
  • Page 88 This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact your place of purchase for information for obtaining service or repairs. Premmia PS Series...

  • Page 89: Laser Compliance Statement

    We hereby certify that this product is in compliance with EU Directive 89/336/EEC, using the EMC standards EN55022B. Product Safety Compliance This equipment meets or exceeds requirements for safety in the US (UL 1950), Canada (CSA C22.2 No. 950-95), and Europe (TUV to EN60950). Premmia PS Series...

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