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  • Page 1 ® EPSON User’s Guide E PA POLLUTION PREVENTER Printed on recycled paper with at least 10% post consumer content...
  • Page 2 EPSON Connection is a service mark 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. The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of my product or service.

  • 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 prés d'une source de chaleur.

  • Page 5: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

    Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Bitte lesen Sie diese Sicherheitshinweise, und heben Sie sie zur späteren Verwendung auf. Beachten Sie alle Warnungen und Anweisungen, die auf dem Computer angebracht sind. Ziehen Sie das Netzkabel des Computers vor der Reinigung heraus. Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung nur ein feuchtes Tuch. Achten Sie darauf, dab keine Flüssigkeiten auf dem Computer verschtittet werden.
  • Page 6 Ziehen Sie den Computer heraus, und rufen Sie qualifiziertes Wartungspersonal, wenn eine der folgenden Bedingungen auftritt: Das Netzkabel oder der Netzstecker ist beschädigt; Flüssigkeit ist in den Computer eingetreten; der Computer wurde fallengelassen oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt; der Computer funktioniert nicht ordnungsgemain oder die Leistung hat sich merklich geändert.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your new EPSON system that gives you complete access for all your business and home computer needs. And because your computer is plug and play compliant and designed to take advantage of Microsoft®+ ® Windows 95, you’ll be able to use all the latest technology.

  • Page 8: Power-Saving Features

    High-speed, PC1 VGA controller with an integrated 24-bit RAMDAC and 64-bit DRAM interface Two PCI, ATA-2 compatible, enhanced IDE interfaces supporting up to four IDE devices, such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives (two on each interface) 16KB of internal cache in the processor and up to 1MB of external cache on the main system board 1MB of video memory, expandable to 2MB Three Energy Star compliant power-saving modes for the...

  • Page 9: System And Video Bios

    ISA and PCI Expansion Buses Your computer includes two expansion buses for two types of option cards: ISA and PCI. The ISA bus transfers data at 8.33 MHz for up to three 16-bit ISA option cards. This bus is especially suitable for fax/ modem cards, sound cards, and SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) cards for scanners.

  • Page 10: Bios Upgrades

    PCI Auto-configuration The PC1 auto-configuration utility works with the SETUP program to support PC1 option cards. When you turn on the computer after installing a PC1 option card, the BIOS automatically configures interrupts, DMA channels, I/O addresses, and other settings. You can also customize these resources in SETUP.

  • Page 11: Where To Get Help

    If you purchased your computer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following services when you dial (800) 922-8911: Technical assistance with the installation, configuration,...

  • Page 12: Compuserve Online Support

    EPSON products is through the online services below. EPSON Bulletin Board Service You can call the EPSON Bulletin Board Service (BBS) at (310) 782-4531. No membership is required. Make sure your communications software is set to 8 data bits with 1 stop bit, no parity bit, and a modem speed up to 28.8 Kbps.
  • Page 13 If you are not currently a member, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product. This membership entitles you to: 0 An introductory credit on CompuServe Your own user ID and password 0 A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServe’s monthly publication.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Computer Features Power-saving Features ISA and PC1 Expansion Buses ....System and Video BIOS PC1 Auto-configuration ....BIOS Upgrades .
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 Running SETUP and Installing Drivers Running SETUP ..... . 2-2 Starting the SETUP Program Using the System Setup Option ..... . 2-3 Using the Fixed Disk Setup Option Using the Advanced System Setup Options Setting the Boot Options .
  • Page 16 Chapter 4 Installing and Removing Options Removing the Cover Replacing the Cover ......Locating the Internal Components Locating the System Board Components .
  • Page 17 Chapter 6 Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1 Installing a Drive in the Front Internal Drive Bay Installing the Internal Drive ....Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal Drive .
  • Page 18 DMA Assignments Hardware Interrupts System I/O Address Map Connector Pin Assignments Options Available From EPSON Tested Operating Environments Glossary Index ......

  • Page 19: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System

    Chapter- 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter describes how to set up your computer, if you have not already done so. Note If you are reading this manual online, you have already set up your computer using the instructions in your User's Digest.

  • Page 20: Setting The Voltage Selector Switch

    Read the “Important Safety Instructions” at the beginning of this manual for more information about choosing a suitable environment for your system. Also read “Working Comfortably” in Chapter 3 for guidelines on creating a comfortable and safe working environment. Setting the Voltage Selector- Switch Your system is powered by a 200 watt power supply.

  • Page 21: Connecting System Components

    To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switch to the left to select 110 VAC or to the right to select 220 VAC. Connecting System Components Use these illustrations to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, and other devices.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Keyboard Or Mouse

    Connecting a Keyboard or Mouse Refer to the illustration under “Connecting System Components” as you connect your keyboard and mouse. Lslllpl a keyboard, hold the cable connector so the connect arrow on the connector faces the icon on the computer case.

  • Page 23: Connecting A Monitor

    Caution Although the connectors and ports for the mouse and keyboard are physically identical, they cannot be used interchangeably. Be sure to plug the connectors into the correct ports or you may dam age your system. Connecting a Monitor Refer to the illustration under “Connecting System Components”...
  • Page 24 If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them. caution Before you plug the monitor’s power cord into the back of your computer, make sure the monitor’s power requirements do not exceed 2 Amps (for 110 volt operation) or 1 Amp (for 220 volt operation). 5.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Parallel Or Serial Device

    Connecting a Parallel or Serial Device Refer to the illustration under “Connecting System Components” as you connect your parallel or serial device. Your computer has one multi-mode parallel port and two serial ports. To connect a printer or other peripheral device, follow the appropriate instructions in this section.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cord

    You may also need to change the setting of the LPT Port option in SETUP if you need a different address and /or interrupt assignment for the port. Note If you use ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) mode, you may also need to change jumpers JP8 and JP9 to the correct DMA channel;...

  • Page 27: Turning On The Computer

    Note The position of the power inlet and AC outlet on your computer may be reversed. Plug the other end of the cord into an electrical outlet. WARNING To avoid an electric shock, be sure to plug the cord into the computer before plugging it into the wall outlet.
  • Page 28 2 - 2 0 Setting Up Your System...

  • Page 29: Turning Off The Computer

    The power indicator lights up; then the computer performs its power-on diagnostics, which are a series of checks to make sure everything is working correctly. During diagnostics, you see a message telling you to press Del to run the SETUP program. Then the computer loads the operating system.

  • Page 30: Chapter 2 Running Setup And Installing Drivers

    Chapter 2 Running SETUP and Installing Drivers Your computer has a configuration program, called SETUP, contained within the BIOS ROM (basic input/ output system read-only memory) chip on the system board. The BIOS ROM also contains default configuration settings for your hardware configuration, security options, and power-saving features that SETUP allows you to change.

  • Page 31: Running Setup

    R u n n i n g S E T U P You may want to run the SETUP program the first time you use your computer to customize the settings. You also may need to run SETUP again later if you add options or change your configuration.

  • Page 32: Using The System Setup Option

    The table below lists some of the keys you can use to perform SETUP operations. SETUP function keys While you are in SETUP, the bottom of the screen lists the keys you can press to perform specific functions. Using the System Setup Option When you select the System Setup option, you see the System Setup screen.
  • Page 33 The System Setup options are described in the table below. System Setup options 2 - 4 Running SETUP and Installing Drivers...

  • Page 34: Using The Fixed Disk Setup Option

    System Setup options (continued) * Default setting (1) If you installed a video adapter card, make sure you disable the on-board SVGA controller by setting jumper JP2 to position 2-3; see “Changing the Jumper Settings” in Chapter 4 for instructions. (2) If the System memory and Extended memory values are not correct, check that the SlMMs are installed correctly, as described in “Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs)”...
  • Page 35 From this screen, you can configure each of the installed drives using these options: IDE Adapter 0 Master IDE Adapter 0 Slave IDE Adapter 1 Master IDE Adapter 1 Slave The IDE Adapter 0 drives are the master and slave drives connected to your primary IDE interface.
  • Page 36 Transfer mode transferring data between the hard disk and system memory. If this option is not automatically set, you can select Standard (thedefault), Fast PlOl, Fast LBA Mode Control logical block address (LBA) mode control for each drive. If this option is not detected automatically, and your drive supports LBA mode control, select 528MB support LBA mode control, but some older drives do...

  • Page 37: Using The Advanced System Setup Options

    Using the Advanced System Setup Options When you select the see the Advanced System Setup screen, from which you can configure the computer’s integrated peripheral devices (such as the parallel and serial ports), cache memory, shadow memory, the advanced chipset, and PC1 devices. Your system can automatically configure many of these options for you to avoid configuration problems.
  • Page 38 Integrated Peripherals options are described in the table below. Running SETUP and lnstalling Drivers...

  • Page 39: Configuring Cache Memory

    Configuring cache memory Enabling external cache memory improves system performance, especially in large data retrieval and processing environments. It’s a good idea to use the default settings for all your Memory Cache reason for changing them. The table below lists the memory cache options.
  • Page 40 Con figuring shadow memory You can enable video BIOS shadowing or configure specific option ROM shadow blocks by selecting the Shadow option. N o t e Shadowing for the system BIOS is always enabled. For the best system performance, always set the shadow option to Your computer can access RAM faster than ROM.

  • Page 41: Setting The Boot Options

    Con figuring PCI devices PC1 Devices Select screen to configure the devices connected to the PC1 option slots in your computer. These options need to be set only if you installed older PC1 devices that do not follow PC1 version 2.0 specifications.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Security Setup Options

    The table below describes the available options Boot sequence option settings N o t e If you set Boot sequence to C: only, you will not be able to start your system when there is a problem with your hard disk drive. If you set the Boot sequence option to C: only, you should disable the Floggy check option so the system doesn’t access the diskette drive during the startup procedure.
  • Page 43 Selecting password types You can define both User and Supervisor password levels for this system. If this system will be used by more than one person, you may want to set a Supervisor password for yourself and a User password for others you don’t want to have complete access to the system.

  • Page 44: Deleting Passwords

    Type the same password a second time and press Enter. You see a message that your change has been saved. 4. Press the spacebar. The now displays To set a User password, select the option as you follow the steps above. Deleting passwords To delete your passwords, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 45 If you select Supervisor you can access the diskette drives only if you enter the Supervisor password when you start your system. If you start the system with a User password, you see an error message when you try to access the diskette drive. If you select User Diskette access for the diskette drives whether you enter the Supervisor or User...

  • Page 46: Setting The Green Pc Features

    Setting the Green PC Features Green PC Features Select the Green PC Features screen. The options on this screen allow you to control the computer’s Energy Star compliant, power-saving features described in the table below. (For more information on the Green PC features, see “Using Your Green PC Features”...
  • Page 47 Green PC options (continued) 2-18 Running SETUP and lnstalling Drivers...
  • Page 48 Green PC options (continued) cause errors in some applications. If you have problems, you may want to disablethe Hard Disk Standby Timer option (Disabled is the default setting). (2) APM enhances your system’s power-saving abilities by providing increased inactivity detection and lower CPU power states without degrading performance.

  • Page 49: Exiting Setup

    To leave SETUP, press SETUP Main Menu, you can perform the following functions in the table below. Exiting SETUP options Option Load ROM Default Values Load Values from CMOS Save Values to CMOS Press to exit SETUP without saving your settings and restart your computer.
  • Page 50 In order to install the drivers, you need to create install diskettes using the utility program on your computer. See the User S Digest for instructions. Once you create the diskettes, you can install drivers for these programs: 0 M S - D O S 0 Microsoft Windows 0 Microsoft Windows NT ®...

  • Page 51: Running The Installation Program

    Running the lnstallation Program Follow these steps to install the PC1 IDE drivers: Insert the PC1 IDE Drivers diskette in drive A. Access the DOS prompt, if you are not there already and press Enter to log onto drive A. 3 .
  • Page 52 To obtain drivers for additional applications or new drivers as they become available, contact the EPSON Connection or access one of EPSON’s electronic support services. See “Where to Get Help” in the Introduction for more information. ® versions 11 and 12, AutoShade Running SETUP and Installing Drivers ®...

  • Page 53: Chapter 3 Using Your Computer

    Chapter- 3 Using Your Computer This chapter describes the following operations: 0 Working comfortably 0 Using energy wisely 0 Using your Green PC features 0 Inserting and removing diskettes Stopping a command or program 0 Resetting the computer 0 Using a password. Working Comfortably If you spend a lot of time at your computer, you may experience occasional fatigue or discomfort caused by...

  • Page 54: Using The Right Furniture

    0 Using a keyboard and mouse Maintaining good posture and work habits. Using the Right Furniture An L- or U-shaped desk configuration works well because it provides ample space to hold your computer equipment and work materials while keeping everything within easy reach. A split-level desk or one with a pull-out keyboard drawer lets you place the keyboard in a comfortable typing position.

  • Page 55: Positioning Your Monitor

    Positioning Your Monitor ace the monitor so it is directly in front of you ith the top of the screen slightly below eye level when you are sitting at the computer. You may want to place it on top of the computer or on a stand. Your line of sight to the screen should be about 10 to 20 degrees below the horizontal.

  • Page 56: Using The Keyboard And Mouse

    For working at the computer, indirect or shielded lighting is best, and it should light your entire office equally. Make sure the lighting is not too bright, because this can make your eyes tired from continually readjusting between the relative dimness of the screen and the bright surroundings.
  • Page 57 Using Your Computer 3 - 5...

  • Page 58: Using Energy Wisely

    Using Energy Wisely By purchasing this low-power, Energy Star compliant computer, you join a growing number of users concerned about conserving energy. Here are a few additional tips you can use to be even more energy-wise: If your printer and monitor are not Energy Star compliant, turn them off when you’re not using them.
  • Page 59 Power-saving modes To resume activity when your system is in a power-saving mode, press a keyboard key or move the mouse. If your system was in Suspend mode, it takes a few moments for the monitor to display and for the hard disk drive to return to active mode.

  • Page 60: Inserting And Removing Diskettes

    Inserting and Removing Diskettes To insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the shutter leading into the drive as shown in the following illustrations. Slide the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. Using Your Computer...

  • Page 61: Stopping A Command Or Program

    When you want to remove the diskette, make sure the drive light is off; then press the release button. Remove the diskette and store it properly. Caution Never remove a diskette, reset the computer, or turn it off while a diskette drive light is on. You could lose data. Also, remove all diskettes before you turn off the computer.

  • Page 62: 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 keyboard entries, you can reset it to reload your operating system and try again.

  • Page 63: Using A Password

    Using a Password Using SETUP, you can define both a Supervisor level password and a User level password. You can also specify whether a password is required when you start the system. In addition, the password can control who has access to the diskette drives. If you enabled the you must enter the Supervisor or User password every time you turn on or reset the computer.
  • Page 64 You must either turn off the computer or press the RESET button to start over. In this situation, you cannot reset the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del. N o t e If you want to delete your password, you must run the SETUP program and follow the instructions for deleting a password under “Selecting the Security Setup Options”...

  • Page 65: Chapter 4 Installing And Removing Options

    Chapter- 4 Installing and Removing Options You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding optional equipment such as option cards, and system, video, or cache memory modules, or by upgrading the processor. If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes.

  • Page 66: Removing The Cover

    Caution Never install options or change jumper settings when the computer is turned on or the power cable is connected to the computer. Removing the Cover You need to remove the computer’s cover to install any of the options described here or to install or remove a disk drive (as described in Chapters 5 and 6).
  • Page 67 5. Remove the screws securing the cover to the back panel, as shown below. (Save the screws to reinstall later.) The slimline computer has three cover screws and the tower computer has six cover screws. installing and Removing Options...
  • Page 68 Grasp the sides of the cover and lift it off as shown below. On the slimline computer, lift the cover up at an angle and then pull it off. For the tower computer, pull the cover straight back; then lift it up and off the computer. Installing and Removing Options...

  • Page 69: Replacing The Cover

    Set the cover aside Ground yourself to the computer by touching the metal surface of the back panel. W A R N I N G Be sure to ground yourself by touching the back panel of the computer every time you remove the cover. If you are not properly grounded, you could generate an electric shock that could damage a component when you touch it.

  • Page 70: Locating The Internal Components

    Reconnect the computer to the monitor, printer, keyboard, mouse, and any other peripheral devices you have. Then reconnect the power cable to the back of the computer and to an electrical outlet. Locating the Internal Components As you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to the illustrations below to locate the major components inside your computer.
  • Page 71 Installing and Removing Options...

  • Page 72: Locating The System Board Components

    locating the System Board Components This illustration shows the system-board inside your computer. Use this illustration to locate jumpers, SIMM sockets, external cache sockets, and video memory sockets. Installing and Removing Options...

  • Page 73: Changing The Jumper Settings

    Changing the Jumper Settings The jumpers on the system board are preset to factory default positions, indicated by an asterisk (*) in the tables below. (See the illustration under “Locating the System Board Components” to locate jumpers.) Use the information in this section to change jumper settings, if necessary.

  • Page 74: Setting The Jumpers

    Miscellaneous jumper settings Setting the Jumpers To change a jumper setting, follow these steps: Refer to the illustration under “Locating the System Board Components” to locate the jumper(s). If any option cards are installed in your computer, you may need to remove them to access the jumpers; see “Removing an Option Card”...
  • Page 75 A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper is placed on the pins. Use the table below to identify the pin settings for 2-, 3-, and 4-pin jumpers. To identify the pin numbers, look at the system board near the jumper. Jumper positions Position Type...

  • Page 76: Installing Memory Modules (Simms)

    Installing Memory Modules (SlMMs) The computer comes with 8MB of RAM standard on two 4MB SIMMs. You can increase the memory up to 128MB using lMB, 2MB, 4MB, SMB, 16MB, 32MB, or 64MB SIMMs. The SIMMs must be tin-plated, 72-pin, single- or double-sided, fast-page mode, parity or no-parity type with an access speed of 70ns or faster.

  • Page 77: Inserting Simms

    Your SIMM sockets may not look exactly like the ones in the illustrations. If you’re not sure how to install SlMMs, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. Inserting SlMMs Make sure the computer is turned off and the cover is off. Then follow these steps to install SIMMs: 1.
  • Page 78 Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in the slot. Then tilt it upright, as shown below, guiding the hole at each end of the SIMM over the retaining post at each end of the SIMM socket. If it does not go in smoothly, do not force it;...

  • Page 79: Removing Slmms

    Removing SlMMs If you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to install different ones, for example), follow the steps below: Use the illustration under “Locating the System Board Components” to locate the SIMM sockets on the left side of the main system board, next to the processor.

  • Page 80: Installing An Option Card

    Replace any option cards you removed; see “Installing an Option Card” for instructions. Replace the computer’s cover as described under “Replacing the Cover. “Then see “Post-installation Procedures” for instructions on configuring your computer with your new memory size. Installing an Option Card This section explains how to install option cards in your computer.

  • Page 81: Installing A Card In The Slimline Computer (3-Slot Side)

    As you install option cards, keep these guidelines in mind: If you have an S-bit ISA card, you can install it in a 16-bit ISA slot, as long as it fits. Install PC1 cards only in PC1 slots. Note the slot number printed on the option card connector board beside the slots you use.
  • Page 82 Follow these steps to install an option card on the three-slot side: Remove the retaining screw securing the option slot cover to the computer. (Keep the screw to secure the option card in step 4.) Slide out the slot cover and set it aside. (Store it in a safe place in case you remove the option card later.) Hold the card along the top corners and guide it into the slot, as shown below.

  • Page 83: Installing A Card In The Slimline Computer (2-Slot Side)

    5. Replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover.” Then see “Post-installation Procedures” for instructions on configuring your computer with your new option card. Installing a Card in the Slimline Computer (2-slot Sick) The option card connector board in the slimline computer has two slots on one side and three slots on the other.

  • Page 84: Installing A Card In The Tower Computer

    Replace the slot cover bracket by inserting it into the small metal holder below the option slots; then replace its retaining screw. Replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover.” Then see “Post-installation Procedures” for instructions on configuring your computer with your new option card. Installing a Card in the Tower Computer Follow the steps below to install an option card in the tower computer.
  • Page 85 Hold the card along the top corners and guide it into the slot. (If you are installing a full-length card insert the front edge of the card into the corresponding guide inside the computer’s front panel.) Once the connectors reach the slot, push the card in firmly (but carefully).

  • Page 86: Removing An Option Card

    Note that your video memory sockets may not look exactly like the ones in the illustration. If you’re not sure how to install video memory, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. 4-22...
  • Page 87 Follow these steps to install video memory: Locate the video memory sockets on the left side of the main system board, as shown in the illustration under “Locating the System Board Components. “The sockets are labelled U13 and U14. If there are any option cards in your way, remove them; see “Removing an Option Card”...

  • Page 88: Installing External Cache

    Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. Note If you have a tower computer, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer to have them install external cache for you; do not install it yourself. 4-24 Installing and Removing Options ®...
  • Page 89 You must install chips in one of the configurations in the table below (each bank contains four cache memory sockets). Cache memory configurations Follow these steps to install external cache on the slimline computer: First remove the internal drive mounting bracket in your computer;...
  • Page 90 Remove the cache memory chips in sockets U33-U36and U4N43. Use a chip remover or wedge a small screwdriver between the sockets and the chips until you can remove the chips. Inspect each cache memory chip you are going to install; the pins should point inward at slightly less than a 90 any of the pins are bent or crooked, straighten them gently with your fingers or with small tweezers to align them with...

  • Page 91: Upgrading The Processor

    If you are upgrading to a 100 MHz processor, make sure you use a standard 3.3 V processor. If you’re not sure how to install a processor, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection to ask for assistance. Follow these steps to replace the processor: Use the illustration under “Locating the System Board...
  • Page 92 Caution Make sure you ground yourself by touching the metal surface on the inside of the computer’s back panel before you touch the processor. Then remain as stationary as possible while you install it. Do not touch the pins on the processor;...
  • Page 93 6. Position the processor over the socket, aligning the comer of the chip that is missing a pin with the comer of the socket that is missing a hole, as shown below. caution If you install the processor in the wrong orientation, you may damage it and void your warranty.

  • Page 94: Post-Installation Procedures

    11. Replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover.” Then run SETUP and change the frequency option if necessary. See “Configuring the advanced chipset” in Chapter 2 for more information. Post-installation Procedures After you install or remove options such as SIMMs, video memory, cache memory, processor, or option cards, you must run SETUP so it can automatically update the computer’s configuration.
  • Page 95 Chapter- 5 Installing and Removing Drives in the Slimline Computer This chapter describes how to install and remove optional drives in your slimline computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, such as hard disk drives, diskette drives, CD-ROM drives, or other devices. Note This chapter describes installing and removing drives in the slimline computer;...

  • Page 96: Setting The Ide Device Jumpers And Locating Pin 1

    Some of the steps in this chapter may not apply for the drive you are installing. See the documentation that came with your drive for more information. Your computer can hold up to four mass storage devices, including the diskette drive (and possibly other drives) that came with your system.
  • Page 97 Note Use the primary IDE interface to connect only IDE hard disk drives. You must connect any other type of IDE devices to the secondary IDE interface. Never connect an IDE CD-ROM drive to the same interface used by an IDE hard disk drive. Before you install a drive, identify pin 1 on the drive connector so you know where it is when you connect the drive cable.

  • Page 98: Removing The Drive Mounting Bracket

    Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket Your computer has a 3.5-inch diskette drive and a hard disk drive installed in a mounting bracket. In order to install or remove any drives, you must first remove the drive mounting bracket. Follow these steps: Remove the two cables from the diskette drive, as shown below.

  • Page 99: Installing A Hard Disk Drive In The Mounting Bracket

    Remove the screws securing the bracket to the drive bay and brace. (Save the screws for later use.) Slide the bracket away from the front of the computer and lift it out. Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Mounting Bracket You can install a new hard disk drive below the diskette drive in the mounting bracket, once you have removed the bracket...

  • Page 100: Installing The Hard Disk Drive

    This section includes steps for the following procedures: Installing a hard disk drive in the mounting bracket Replacing the mounting bracket in the computer Connecting the drive cables. Installing the Hard Disk Drive Follow these steps to install a hard disk drive in the mounting bracket: With the drive components facing down, slide the drive into the bracket until the front of the drive is nearly flush with...

  • Page 101: Replacing The Bracket In The Computer

    Secure the drive with the screws that came with it;you can use two or four screws, depending on the location of the holes in your drive. Replacing the Bracket in the Computer Follow these steps to replace the bracket in your computer: Lower the bracket into the mounting area and slide it forward, inserting the front of the diskette drive through the drive slot in the front panel of the computer.

  • Page 102: Connecting The Hard Disk Drive Cables

    Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Cables After you replace the bracket, you need to connect the cables to the hard disk drive. Follow these steps: Locate one of the IDE device cables that are connected to the IDE interfaces on the system board. They are flat cables with a connector at one end and two IDE device connectors at the other end.
  • Page 103 4. Position the connector on the cable so that the red wire aligns with pin 1 on the drive. Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. 6. Now locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply.
  • Page 104 7. Position the power supply cable connector so that its notched corners line up with the notched carriers of the power supply connector on the hard disk drive. 8. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the Connector.

  • Page 105: Reconnecting The Diskette Drive Cables

    Reconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables Refer to the illustration below while you follow the steps in this section to reconnect cables to the diskette drive. red wire red wire Locate the connector you will use on the diskette drive cable. Identify pin 1 on the drive and align the connector so that the red wire is at pin 1.

  • Page 106: Bracket

    Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Mounting Bracket You may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or for replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive, make sure you have backup copies of all your files and programs. You can use backup software or the backup utility in your operating system.

  • Page 107: Installing A Drive In An External Drive Bay

    Remove the screws securing the hard disk drive to the bracket and slide the drive out of the bracket. If you removed the only IDE device connected to the interface the device used, you may want to disconnect the device cable from its interface on the system board and remove it from the computer.

  • Page 108: Attaching Mounting Frames To The Drive

    This section includes steps for the following procedures: 0 Attaching mounting frames to the drive (if necessary) Installing the drive in the bay Connecting the drive cables. Attaching Mounting Frames to the Drive If you are installing a 3.5-inch wide drive, you need to attach mounting frames to it so that the drive fits in a 5.25-inch wide bay.

  • Page 109: Installing The Drive

    Installing the Drive Follow these steps to install a drive in the upper or lower external drive bay: Using a screwdriver, reach inside the back of the drive bay and insert the screwdriver into one of the holes in the metal plate covering the drive bay slot.
  • Page 110 Slide the drive through the slot into the bay until it is flush with the front of the computer. Align the slots at the side of the drive bay with the mounting holes in the drive or mounting frames. Then secure both sides of the drive to the bay using the retaining screws that came with the drive.

  • Page 111: Connecting The Drive And Power Cables

    Connecting the Drive and Power Cables Follow these steps to 1. Locate the connector you will use on the drive cable. 2. Locate pin 1 on the drive connector next to the power COMecb. 3. Position the connector on the cable so that the red wire pin 1 on the drive.
  • Page 112 Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply. (They have multi-colored wires and a plastic connector on the end .) Align the notched corners of the power supply cable connector with the notched corners of the drive’s power connector (such as the one shown below).
  • Page 113 If you are installing a CAROM drive, you may need to an audio cable to a sound card. Follow the connect instructions in your sound card documentation to connect the audio cable to the card. (If you need to install a sound card, see “Installing an Option Card”...

  • Page 114: Removing A Drive From An External Bay

    Removing a Drive from an External Bay You may need to remove a drive for service or replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive, make sure you have backup copies of all your files and programs. You can use backup software or the backup utility in your operating system.
  • Page 115 Reach behind the drive and gently push it out through the front of the bay; then pull it out of the slot. Once you have removed the drive, you may want to replace the plastic faceplate by inserting one side of the plate, then gently pressing on the other side until it snaps into place.

  • Page 116: Chapter 6 Installing And Removing Drives In The Tower Computer

    Chapter- 6 Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer This chapter describes how to install and remove optional drives in your tower computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including hard disk drives, diskette drives, tape drives, CD-ROM drives, or other devices. This chapter describes installing and removing drives in the Although your drive may look different from the ones illustrated here, you should be able to install it the same way.
  • Page 117 Install a drive in the rear internal drive bracket Remove a drive from the rear internal drive bracket. Some of the steps in this chapter may not apply for the drive you are installing. See the documentation that came with your drive for more information.

  • Page 118: Setting The Ide Device Jumpers And Locating Pin 1

    Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1 Before you install any IDE devices, you need to check or change the settings of the device’s jumpers to be sure they are set correctly. The jumpers indicate the master and slave configuration of devices connected to both of the IDE interfaces.
  • Page 119 before you install a drive, identify pin 1 on the drive connector so you know where it is when you connect the drive cable. On a hard disk drive, turn it over so you can see the circuit board, as shown in the next illustration. Locate the side of the drive connector containing pin 1, indicated by a “1”...

  • Page 120: Installing A Drive In The Front Internal Drive Bay

    Installing a Drive in the Front Internal Drive Bay You can install a half-height, 3.5-inch drive in the front internal drive bay. Installing the Internal Drive Follow these steps to install a drive in the front internal drive bay: Position the drive so its drive and power connectors face the back of the computer and its circuit board is on the bottom.

  • Page 121: Connecting The Cables To The Front Internal Drive

    Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal Drive Follow these steps to connect the IDE device and power cables to the front internal drive: Locate one of the IDE device cables that are connected to the IDE interfaces on the system board. They are flat cables with a system board connector at one end, and two IDE device connectors at the other end.
  • Page 122 4. Position the IDE device cable so the side with the red wire aligns with pin 1 on the drive. Make sure the holes in the connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply.

  • Page 123: Removing A Drive From The Front Internal Drive Bay

    Removing a Drive From the Front Internal Drive Bay You may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or for replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive, make sure you have backup copies of all your files and programs. You can use backup software or the backup utility in your operating system.
  • Page 124 Remove the four screws securing the drive to the drive bay. There are two screws on each side of the drive. Slide the drive out the back of the bay If you removed the only IDE device connected to the interface the device used, you may want to disconnect the device cable from the interface on the system board and remove it from the computer.

  • Page 125: Installing A Drive In An External Bay

    Installing a Drive in an External Bay Follow these steps to install an internal or externally accessible drive in an externally accessible drive bay: Using a screwdriver, reach inside the back of the drive bay you are going to use and insert the screwdriver into one of the holes in the metal plate covering the drive bay slot.
  • Page 126 Slide the drive into the front of the bay and secure it to the bay using the four screws that came with the drive. Connect the appropriate cable to the drive. If you are installing an IDE device, see “Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal Drive”...
  • Page 127 Now locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply. (They have multi-colored wires and a plastic connector on the end.) Align the notched corners of the cable’s connector and the drive’s power connector; then push in the connector. N o t e Your system has five power supply cables;...
  • Page 128 Position the audio cable connector so that the tab faces up and aligns with the notch in the CD-ROM drive’s audio connector. Then push in the connector. notch If you installed a drive that is not externally accessible, you may want to replace the plastic faceplate for the bay you used.

  • Page 129: Removing A Drive From An External Bay

    10. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover” in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see “Running SETUP”in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Removing a Drive From an External Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from an externally accessible drive bay: Disconnect the drive and power cables from the back of the...
  • Page 130 Remove the four screws (two on each side) securing the drive to the drive bay. Then slide the drive out through the front of the bay. If you are not installing another externally accessible drive in the open drive bay, you may want to install a plastic drive slot cover for that bay.

  • Page 131: Installing A Drive In The Rear Internal Bracket

    If you removed the only IDE device connected to the interface the device used, you may want to disconnect the device cable from the interface on the system board and remove it from the computer. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover;...
  • Page 132 Place the rear internal drive bracket on your work surface as shown in the illustration below. Position the drive so that its drive and power connectors face the end of the bracket shown below. Then slide the drive into the appropriate bay in the bracket and secure it with the four screws that came with the drive.
  • Page 133 To connect the drive cables to the drives in the rear internal bracket, first locate pin 1 on each drive’s connector. The number I or 2 may be printed on the drive’s connector or circuit board to identify the side containing pin 1. Hold the connector on the IDE device cable so the red wire aligns with pin 1 on the drive.

  • Page 134: Removing A Drive From The Rear Internal Bracket

    Note Your system has five power supply cables; three with large connectors and two with small connectors. If you need more than five cables, you can purchase Y-adapters at most computer accessory stores. Y-adapters let you use one power supply cable for two devices. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover;...
  • Page 135 Follow these steps to remove a drive from the rear internal bracket: Remove the IDE device and power cables from the back of each drive in the rear internal bracket. Remove the four screws securing the rear internal drive bracket to the computer’s back panel and slide it out of the computer.
  • Page 136 If you removed the only IDE device connected to the interface the device used, you may want to disconnect the device cable from its interface on the system board and remove it from the computer. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the bracket and slide the drive out of the bracket.
  • Page 137 If there is a drive installed in the rear internal bracket, follow steps 6 through 8 under “Installing a Drive in the Rear Internal Bracket” to reconnect the drive and power cables to the drive. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover;...

  • Page 138: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    Chapter- 7 Troubleshooting If you have any problems with your computer, refer to this chapter. You can correct most problems by adjusting a cable connection, repeating a software procedure, or resetting the computer. If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes.
  • Page 139 External cache problems Controller problems. If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for help; see “Where to Get Help”in the Introduction of this manual for instructions. ldentifying Your System When you request technical assistance, be ready to provide the serial number and “A”...

  • Page 140: The Computer Will Not Start

    System BIOS version: System configuration: Operating system version: Software versions: CONFIG.SYS: AUTOEXEC.BAT: The Computer Will Not Start The power light is on, but the computer does not start. Place a boot or startup diskette in drive A and turn on the computer again.
  • Page 141 Caution If you turn off the computer, always wait at least 20 seconds before turning it back on to prevent damage to its circuitry. If your computer is set to boot from drive C, make sure that the IDE hard drive is formatted. Also make sure that the primary IDE controller is enabled by checking the setting of jumper JP13 on the system board;...

  • Page 142: The Computer Does Not Respond

    If you replace the processor, make sure the new processor is installed correctly, and that the processor is aligned correctly on the system board. If you did not align it correctly, the system won’t start. Also make sure the jumpers are set correctly for your processor speed.

  • Page 143: Keyboard Problems

    Your system suddenly stops operating. You may have overloaded the power supply. See your option card manuals for the power requirements of your cards. Then check “Option Slot Power Limits” in the Appendix to see if they exceed the option slot power limits of your computer. Keyboard Problems The screen displays a keyboard error message when you turn on or reset the computer.

  • Page 144: Monitor Problems

    Monitor Problems There is no display on the screen. Check that the monitor’s power switch is on and that its power light is on. Also, the computer may be in a power-saving mode. When you press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard, see if the monitor displays an image.

  • Page 145: Turn Off Your Computer

    The power switch is on but the power light is not on. If the monitor is Energy Star compliant, it may be in a power-saving mode. Press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor. Turn off the monitor’s power, wait five seconds, and turn it back on.

  • Page 146: Diskette Problems

    Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the drive; if the diskette drive came with your computer, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance. The diskette is the right type, but you still see an error.

  • Page 147: Diskette Drive Problems

    Chapter 2 for more information. The diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. Hard Disk Drive Problems A newly installed hard disk drive is not working properly or its performance is not what you expect.
  • Page 148 If this is your only hard disk drive, make sure it is connected to the primary IDE interface on the system board. If you have a CD-ROM drive, make sure it is connected to the secondary IDE interface and is not connected to the same interface as any hard disk drive.

  • Page 149: Cd-Rom Drive Problems

    Drivers”in Chapter 2. If you cannot access data on your hard disk or you are seeing read/write errors, the disk may have a physical problem. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. CD-ROM Drive Problems Make sure the drive contains the correct CD-ROM disc. Make sure the disc is rightside up and inserted correctly in the drive.

  • Page 150: Password Problems

    If your drive came with documentation, check there for other possible solutions to the problem you are having. Password Problems You have forgotten your password You must discharge your CMOS memory. To do this, you need to change the setting of jumper JP6 to the On position. See “Changing the Jumper Settings”...
  • Page 151 The application program does not start. Check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program and that it is installed correctly. If you need help on software that came with your configured computer, see the User's` Digest for technical support information. If you purchased the software separately, contact your software manufacturer.

  • Page 152: Printer Or Scanner Problems

    Printer or Scanner Problems The printer or scanner does not work at all. Check that the printer or scanner has power and is properly connected to the computer. Also make sure your printer has paper in it. If you are using more than one serial port, check the primary and secondary port settings (COMl and COM2) in your application program and in the SETUP program.

  • Page 153: Option Card Problems

    Option Card Problems A newly installed option card is not working correctly. Make sure the option card is installed correctly and is well-seated in its slot. Run SETUP to update your configuration after you install the card. If you are using Windows 95, turn on the Reset Configuration Setup Program”...

  • Page 154: Memory Module Problems

    Memory Module Problems The memory count displayed by power-on diagnostics or the SETUP program is incorrect. You may have installed the SIMMs incorrectly. They may be the wrong type or speed, or they may not be inserted all the way or in the correct sockets. See “Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs)”...
  • Page 155 ContoIler Problems You see a controler error for the drive controllers or the I/O port controllers when you start your system. If the error message refers to your IDE controller, make sure jumper JP13 is set to enable the controller; see “Changing the Jumper Settings”in Chapter 4 for more information.

  • Page 156: Appendix Specifications

    0 Computer specifications 0 System memory map 0 Video resolutions and colors 0 Hard disk drive information 0 DMA assignments 0 Hardware interrupts System I/O address map 0 Connector pin assignments 0 Options available from EPSON 0 Tested operating environments. Specifications...

  • Page 157: Computer Specifications

    Computer Specifications CPU and Memory 64-bit CPU Green PC energy saver Memory video RAM Shadow RAM Specifications 586-class processor Energy Star compliant, low-power, doze, standby, and suspend modes for the CPU, hard disk drive, and VGA display; select time-out periods, power-saving rates, and other options in SETUP 64-bit DRAM interface supporting 8MB RAM standard on two 4MB SIMMs;...

  • Page 158: Controller

    Cache Math coprocessor Clock/ calendar Controlers PCI chipset Video Internal cache in the 586-class processor; 256KB, 5 12KB, or 1MB of external cache installed on 32K x 8, 64K x 8, or 128K x 8, 3.3 volt, 15ns cache SRAM DIP chips and two 32K x 8,28-pin, 5 volt, 15ns tag chips (one for the tag and one for the ALT bit);...

  • Page 159: Interfaces

    Dikette Hard disk and other IDE devices Interfaces Monitor Parallel Serial Specifications Controller on main system board supports up to two diskette drives, or one diskette/ combo diskette and one tape drive Two PCI, ATA-2 compatible, IDE interfaces on main system board support up to four IDE devices (two on each interface);...

  • Page 160: Mass Storage

    Keyboard Mouse Option slots Speaker Mass Storage PSI 2 compatible keyboard interface built into main system board; 6-pin, mini DIN connector PSI 2 compatible mouse interface built into main system board; 6-pin, mini DIN connector Connector card with five I/O expansion slots;...

  • Page 161: Setup Program

    Diskette drive t y p e s Hard disk drive types Other de vices Keyboard Mouse SETUP Program System security Virus protection A-6 Specifications 3.5-inch diskette drive, 720KB or 1.44MB storage capacity; 5.25-inch diskette drive, 360KB or 1.2MB storage capacity; or a combination 3.5-inch/5.25-inch diskette drive 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch form factor hard disk...

  • Page 162: Power Supply

    Power Supply type Input ranges Maximum output Frequency Cables Option Slot Power Limits Physical Characteristics 200 Watt, UL/ TUV/ CSA listed, fan-cooled 90-130 VAC or 180-270 VAC; switch- selectable +5 VDC at 20 Amps, -5 VDC at 0.5 Amp +12 VDC at 8 Amps, -12 VDC at 0.5 Amp 47 to 63 Hz Two to main system board, five to mass storage devices;...

  • Page 163: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements System Memory Map A-S Specifications...

  • Page 164: Video Resolutions And Colors

    Video Resolutions and Colors Specifications A-9...

  • Page 165: Hard Disk Drive Information

    Hard Disk Drive lnformation The IDE hard disk drives listed in the tables below are qualified for use in your computer. IDE hard disk drive parameters A-10 Specifications...

  • Page 166: Dma Assignments

    IDE hard disk drive jumper settings CS (cable selection) can be jumpered for any configuration. When CS is used, the drive is a master if pin 28 is grounded, and a slave if pin 28 is not grounded. DMA Assignments A-11 Specifications...

  • Page 167: Hardware Interrupts

    Hardware Interrupts System l/O Address Map A-12 Specifications...
  • Page 168 System 170 address map (continued) Hex address Assigned device OF8 OFF Math coprocessor 1 FO 1 F8 Primary hard disk interface 1 EO 1 E7 Secondary hard disk interface Game I/O Parallel printer port 2 Alternate enhanced graphics adapter GPIB (adapter 0) 2E2, 2E3 Data acquisition (adapter 0) 2F8 2FF...

  • Page 169: Connector Pin Assignments

    System 170 address map (continued) Hex address A2El C2El E2El Connector Pin Assignments Parallel port connector pin assignments (J1) Serial porf connector pin assignments (J2 and J3) A-14 Specifications Assigned device Available Available Available...

  • Page 170: Options Available From Epson

    Options Available From EPSON Many options for enhancing and supplementing this product are available from EPSON. Call your nearest marketing location or EPSON Accessories for more information about specific options. Tested Operating Environments Although your system will run most software applications, the following operating environments have been tested for compatibility with your system.

  • Page 171: Glossary

    Glossary 586- class processor A sophisticated CPU including the Intel Pentium that incorporates the latest in processor technology, including a 64-bit data path, 16KB of internal cache, and the ability to execute instructions in parallel. See also CPU and Processor. Address The location where information is stored in a computer’s memory.
  • Page 172 CMOS Complimentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. A low-power silicon chip used for RAM and switching operations. CMOS is backed up by a battery. Controler A processor, interface, port, or adapter that translates data between the CPU and a peripheral device, such as a hard disk, diskette drive, keyboard, or video monitor.

  • Page 173: Dma Channel

    DMA channel Direct Memory Access channel. A channel for transferring data from your computer to its peripherals without involving CPU resources. DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory. A type of memory that stores large amounts of information. Extended Capabilities Port. The parallel port mode in your computer that provides bidirectional signals for the parallel port and includes other enhanced functions.
  • Page 174 Integrated Drive Electronics. A type of interface in which the controller is on the drive instead of on a controller card. Interface A physical or software connection that transmits data between equipment or programs so they can work with each other. Interlaced A method of scanning a video screen which appears to double the refresh rate of the image on the screen.

  • Page 175: Math Coprocessor

    LBA mode Logical Block Address mode. A method of accessing large-capacity hard disk drives. Math coprocessor A device that enables the computer to process mathematical calculations faster by using floating point numbers instead of whole numbers for calculations. Memory module A small circuit board that contains surface-mounted memory chips.
  • Page 176 PCMCIA card Personal Computer Memory Card International Association card. A credit-card-sized device used for data storage, memory expansion, or other purposes. PCMCIA cards are often used in notebook computers and PCMCIA card readers. Port A physical socket on a computer to which you can connect a peripheral device.

  • Page 177: Shadow Ram

    Reset To restart a computer without turning it off. You can reset your computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del or by pressing the RESET button. Resetting erases all data stored in RAM and reloads the computer’s operating system. Read Only Memory. Memory that can only be read and cannot be modified.

  • Page 178: True Color

    SVGA Super VGA (Video Graphics Array). In addition to supporting standard VGA modes, your computer’s built-in SVGA controller supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 in 256 colors with 2MB of video memory and a compatible monitor. True Color A VGA feature that supports 24-bits-per-pixel color, which enables your VGA interface to display 16.8 million colors.
  • Page 179 Index AC inlet, 1-4, 1-6, 1-8, 7-4 AC outlet, 1-4, 1-6, 1-8 Advanced System Setup options, 2-87-17 Integrated Peripherals, 2-8 Memory Cache, 2-10 Memory Shadow, 2-l1 PC1 devices, 2-8, 2-12 Shadow Option ROMs, 2-l1 Altitude requirements, A-8 Application programs compatibility, A-15 problems, 7-14 ATA- compatible, Intro-2, 2-22, 7-11, A-4...
  • Page 180 Clock, real-time, A-3 CMOS RAM, 2-20, A-3 Combo diskette, A-4 Command, stopping, 3-9 COMn port, see Serial ports Component damage, 4-5, 4-l1, 4-25, 4-29, 5-9, 5-18 CONFIG.SYS file, 2-22, 7-3 Configuration changing, 2-2-3, 2-7, 2-10, 2-13-15, 2-20 files, 4-30, 7-3 PC1 auto-configuration utility, Intro-4 program, see SETUP program...
  • Page 181 Electromagnetic field, l-l Energy Star, Intro-2, 2-17, 3-6-7, 7-7-8, A-2, A-4 Energy, conserving, 3-6 Environmental requirements, A-8 Environments, tested operating, A-15 EPSON, contacting, Intro-6 Ergonomic tips, 3-l-5 Errors controller, 7-18 diskette drive, 7-9-10 hard disk drive, 7-l1-12 keyboard, 7-6 mouse, 7-6...
  • Page 182 Game port, optional, 4-8 Green PC, Intro-2, 2-17, 2-19, 3-6-7, 7-7-8, 7-14, A-2 Green PC options APM SMI Function Support, 2-18 IRQ Activity, 2-19 Power Down feature, 2-18 Power Saving Mode, 2-17 Standby Timer, 2-18 System Doze Timer, 2-18 System Standby Timer, 2-17 System Suspend Timer, 2-17 VGA Access Detection, 2-18 Grounding yourself, 4-5, 4-23,...
  • Page 183 Internal components, 4-6,4-8 damage, 4-5, 4-l1, 4-25, 4-29, 5-9, 5-18 locating, 4-6-8 Interrupts, hardware, Intro-34, A-12 expansion bus, Intro-3 option slots, Intro-2, 4-16-21 Jumpers cache settings, 4-9, 7-17 changing settings, 4-9-l1 hard disk drive, 5-13, 7-10, A-l1 locating, 4-8 master and slave, 5-2, 6-3 K/B port, 1-4, see also Keyboard Keyboard connecting, l-3-5...
  • Page 184 Mouse connecting, l-3-5 driver, 7-6 port, l-34, 4-8 port specifications, A-5 PSI 2 compatible, 1-4, A-5-6 specifications, A-6 using, 3-4 Multi-mode parallel port, see Parallel port or Ports NetWare, A-15 Numeric coprocessor, A-3 Numeric keypad, 7-6 Operating environments, tested, A-15 Operating system diskette, 7-3 reloading, 3-10...
  • Page 185 Port (continued) serial, 1-3, l-7-8, 4-8 specifications, A-4-5 VGA, l-3-5, 4-8 Post-installation procedures, 4-30 Posture, 3-5 Power button, l-9-10 inlet, 1-4, 1-6, l-8, 7-4 light, l-10-11, 7-34, 7-7 source, l-2 Power cable computer, 1-6, l-8, 4-2, 4-6 diskette drive, 5-11-12, 5-18, 5-20 hard disk drive, 5-4, 5-9-10, 5-12, 5-17, 5-20-21 monitor, l-5-6...
  • Page 186 SETUP program advanced options, 2-8, 2-l0-12 anti-virus options, 2-13-15 autotype fixed disk, 2-6 boot options, 2-12-13 cache memory, 2-10 date, 2-4 deep green features, Intro-2 default settings, 2-2, 2-20 displaying default settings, 2-3 drive configuration, 2-4, 2-7 exiting, 2-20 extended memory, 2-4 fixed disk setup, 2-5, 2-7 floppy check option, 2-13 function keys, 2-3...
  • Page 187 System Setup options, 2-3-5 date, 2-4 diskette drives, 2-4 extended memory, 2-4 keyboard, 2-5 system memory, 2-4 time, 2-4 video, 2-4 SYSTEMINI file, 2-22 Tag SRAM, see Cache memory Tape drive, 5-1, 6-1, A-6 Technical assistance, Intro-54 Temperature requirements, l-l, Troubleshooting, 7-1-18 True Color support, A-9 Turning off computer, l-l1...

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