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Epson EL 33 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ® EPSON EL 4S/33 User’s Guide This manual is printed on recycled paper and is 100% recyclable.
  • Page 2 Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shah not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages.

  • 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 from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the computer.
  • Page 4 11. If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure the total of the ampere ratings of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ampere rating for the extension cord. Also, make sure the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
  • Page 5 Instructions Importantes de Skurit6 Lire completement les instructions qui suivent et les conserver pour references futures. Bien suivre tous les avertissements et les instructions indiques sur l’ordinateur. Debrancher I’ordinateur de toute sortie murale avant le nettoyage. Utiliser un chiffon humide; ne jamais utiliser un nettoyeur liquide ou une bonbonne aerosol.
  • Page 6 11. Dans le cas oti on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec I’ordinateur, on doit s’assurer que la valeur totale d’amperes branches dans le cordon n’exckle en aucun temps les amperes du cordon de rallonge. La quantite totale des appareils branches dans la prise murale ne doit jamais exceder 15 amperes.
  • Page 7 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Connecting a Monitor ..... Connecting a Printer or Other Device ... .
  • Page 9 Chapter 2 Using Your Computer Turning On the Computer ..... . 2-1 Turning Off the Computer ..... . 2-3 Inserting and Removing Disks .
  • Page 10 Software Problems Printer Problems ......6-9 Option Card Problems ..... . . 6-9 Memory Module Problems .
  • Page 11 Introduction Your new Epson® EL 4S/33 computer is a high-performance system offering flexibility and expandability in a compact design. It provides the following features: Cyrix® Cx486SLC™ 33 MHz microprocessor 2MB or 4MB of internal memory, expandable to 16MB System and video BIOS shadow RAM...

  • Page 12: Vga Utilities

    The VGA controller supports standard resolutions up to 640 x 480 in 16 colors and extended resolutions up to 1024 x 768 in 4 colors (interlaced or non-interlaced). With 512KB video memory, the controller supports resolutions up to 1024 x 768 in 16 colors;...

  • Page 13: Math Coprocessor

    Chapter 1 system and connecting peripheral devices such as the monitor and printer. It also describes running the SETUP program to define your computer’s configuration. Chapter 2 covers general operating procedures, such as turning the computer on and off, resetting the computer, and changing the processor speed.

  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System

    Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter briefly describes the operations you will use to set up your computer. It includes the following information: 0 Getting started Q Connecting the computer 0 Running the SETUP program 0 Post-SETUP procedures. Getting Started Follow the instructions below for choosing a location for your new system, unpacking your system, and setting up your...

  • Page 15: Unpacking Your Computer

    Moderate environmental conditions. Select a cool, dry area and protect your computer from extremes in temperature, humidity, dust, and smoke. Avoid direct sunlight or other sources of heat. 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.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Computer

    See Chapters 3 and 4 for instructions. Connecting the Computer Use the illustration below to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, printer, and other devices. AC inlet AC outlet...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Keyboard

    Connecting a Keyboard To connect a keyboard, hold the cable connector so the arrow on the connector faces up. Insert it into the port marked K/B. Connecting a Mouse Your system came with a serial mouse that connects to either of the computer’s built-in serial ports.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Printer Or Other Device

    Follow these steps to connect a parallel printer to your computer: 1. Place the printer facing you. 2. Align the connector end of the printer cable with the port and plug it in. If the connector has retaining PARALLEL screws, tighten them.

  • Page 19: Using The Serial Ports

    3. Connect the other end of the cable to the printer. To secure the cable, squeeze the clips at each side of the printer port and push them into place. 4. Plug the printer’s power cord into an appropriate grounded electrical outlet.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Computer

    2. If there is a protective card in the diskette drive, remove it now. 3. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn on the computer by pressing the power button on the right side of the front panel.

  • Page 21: Running The Setup Program

    Running the SETUP Program You need to run SETUP the first time you use your computer. Even if your system was configured for you, you may still need to set the date and time, and if your system came unconfigured, you need to define how it is set up.
  • Page 22 Also, whenever you start your computer, if the system detects an error in your system configuration, you will see the following message: Press the F1 key to continue, F2 to run the setup utility Press F2 to run the SETUP program to correct your configuration.

  • Page 23: Displaying System Information

    Ll Coprocessor type (if one is installed) Cl Reserved memory CL BIOS version number 0 Addresses for video mode, serial ports, and printer ports. To see this information, press F2 from either of the SETUP screens. Press any key to return to the SETUP screen.

  • Page 24: Setting The Diskette Drive(S)

    Q If your system does not have a hard disk, select Not Installed for Hard Disk 1 and Hard Disk 2. P If your computer came with an Epson-installed hard disk drive, you need to define your own drive type. For more information, see ‘Defining your own drive type”...
  • Page 25 Hard disk drive types The table below lists standard hard disk drives. Check this table and your drive documentation to find the correct type number. If none of the types listed matches your drive, see page 1-14. Hard disk drive types 1-12 Setting Up Your System...
  • Page 26 Hard disk drive types (continued) Type 48,49 User-defined drive type Actual formatted size may be slightly different than size on drive label. Setting Up Your System Size* (MB) 1-13...
  • Page 27 Continue pressing + to move the cursor to the next field and type in the appropriate values. If you are installing Epson-supplied drives, use the information in the following table to define your drive type. Epson-supplied hard disk drive types Actual formatted size may be slightly different than size on drive label.

  • Page 28: Checking System Memory

    Checking System Memory Your computer comes with 2MB or 4MB of random access memory (RAM) on SIMMs. DOS and application programs that run under DOS use the first 640KB of memory. You can use the memory above 1MB as extended memory. When you boot your system, the system BIOS detects the type of RAM and updates the base memory size and the extended memory size automatically.

  • Page 29: Setting Keyboard Options

    Note If you are installing a monochrome monitor, you also need to set jumper J11 on the main system board to position 2-3. See Chapter 3 for more information on setting jumpers. Setting Keyboard Options Two options in the SETUP program allow you to control keyboard settings.

  • Page 30: Setting Chip Set Feature Control Options

    Setting Chip Set Feature Control Options The second screen of the SETUP program contains the options related to the features on your system board. Press to display this screen. PgDn Relocating memory The Relocate memory option relocates the memory between A0000h to BFFFFh and D0000h to EFFFFh for use as extended memory.

  • Page 31: Exiting The Setup Program

    Exiting the SETUP Program When you leave the SETUP program, you can save your settings and reboot your system, or exit SETUP without saving your settings. You can also return all values to the factory defaults. To leave the SETUP program, press Esc from any SETUP screen.

  • Page 32: Chapter 2 Using Your Computer

    Chapter 2 Using Your Computer This chapter briefly describes the following operations: P Turning the computer on and off P Inserting and removing diskettes LJ Stopping a command or program CI Resetting the computer 0 Changing the processor speed. Turning On the Computer Before you turn on your computer, check the following safety rules to avoid accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself:...
  • Page 33 Follow these steps to turn on your system: 1. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral devices connected to the computer. 2. If you do not have a hard disk with an operating system loaded on it, insert your main operating system diskette in drive A.

  • Page 34: Turning Off The Computer

    Remove any diskette(s) from 4. Press the power button to turn off the computer and then turn off the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral devices. Otherwise, enter the current date and Enter.

  • Page 35: Inserting And Removing Disks

    Inserting and Removing Disks To insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the metal shutter leading into the drive, in the following illustration. Slide the diskette into the shown drive until it clicks into place. To insert a diskette into a 5.25-inch drive, hold label facing up and drive.

  • Page 36: Stopping A Command Or Program

    Stopping a Command or Program You may sometimes need to stop a command or program while it is running. If you have entered a DOS or application program command that you want to stop, try one of the following: Press Pause D Hold down Ctrl and press C Cl Hold down Ctrl and press...

  • Page 37: Changing The Processor Speed

    To reset the computer, the operating system must be either on the hard disk or on a diskette in drive A; so if you do not have a hard disk, insert the system diskette in drive A. Press the button located on the front left side of your computer. If you are using DOS, you can also hold down The screen displays nothing for a moment and then the Del.
  • Page 38 Some copy-protected programs require 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 speed to low to access the diskette and return it to when you are finished.

  • Page 39: Chapter 3 Installing And Removing Options

    Chapter 3 Installing and Removing Options You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding optional equipment such as memory modules, option cards, or a math coprocessor. Memory modules-also called SIMMs (single inline memory modules)-allow you to increase the amount of memory in your computer.

  • Page 40: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    Follow these steps to remove the cover: 1. Turn off the computer and then any peripheral devices (including the monitor and printer). 2. Disconnect the computer’s power cable from the electrical outlet and from the back panel. Also disconnect any cables that are connected to the computer, including the keyboard cable.
  • Page 41 5. Remove the three screws securing the back panel, as shown below. 6. Grasp the sides of the cover and lift it straight up, as shown below: Installing and Removing Options...
  • Page 42 Replace the three cover retaining screws. Reconnect the computer to the monitor, printer, keyboard, and any other peripheral devices you have. Then reconnect the power cable to the back of the computer and to an electrical outlet.

  • Page 43: Locating The Internal Components

    Locating the Internal Components As you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to the following illustration to locate the different components inside your computer. J1-J10 \ video memorv < J17-J20 mounting bracket option card J36. connector coprocessor socket Installing and Removing Options power SUPPlY drive bays...

  • Page 44: Changing The Jumper Settings

    Changing the Jumper Settings The main system board in your computer has a number of jumpers which control certain functions. These jumpers are preset at the factory to default positions; however, you can use the information in the following tables to change their function, if necessary: Port jumper settings Factory setting...
  • Page 45 Diskette drive controller jumper settings Jumper Jumper number setting 1-2* * Factory setting Hard disk drive controller jumper settings Hard disk controller Enable Disable * Factory setting ** Two-pin jumper Display adapter jumper settings Jumper Jumper number setting 1-2* J15** Factory setting * Two-pin jumper Built-in VGA jumper settings...

  • Page 46: Setting The Jumpers

    Setting the Jumpers If you need to change any jumper settings, follow these steps: 1. Refer to the illustration on page 3-5 to locate the jumpers. 2. If there are any option cards installed in your computer, you need to remove them to access the jumpers. See page 3-16. 3.

  • Page 47: Installing Memory Modules (Simms)

    Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs) Your computer comes with 2MB or 4MB on SIMMs. By installing additional memory modules, you can increase the amount of memory in your computer up to 16MB. There are eight SIMM sockets on the main system board, and each can contain one memory module.

  • Page 48: Inserting Simms

    Before you install SIMMs, check the following guidelines to ensure that they will work properly: 0 Use only 30-pin, fast-page mode SIMMs that operate at an access speed of 70ns (nanoseconds) or faster. Be sure all the SIMMs operate at the same speed. Q Use the correct SIMM configuration to add the amount of memory you want.
  • Page 49 3. Position the first SIMM at an angle over the first empty socket in the bank you are filling, as shown below. The components on the SIMM should face the inside of the computer. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in the slot.

  • Page 50: Removing Simms

    Removing SIMMs If you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to install different ones, for example), follow the steps below: 1. Remove any option cards that may be blocking your access to the SIMM sockets. (See page 3-16 for instructions.) 2.

  • Page 51: Installing An Option Card

    Installing an Option Card This section explains how to install option cards in your computer. Your computer has three 16-bit full-length slots and two 8-bit half-length slots to accommodate a total of five option cards. Usually it does not matter which slot an option card occupies as long as the card fits in the slot.
  • Page 52 Remove the two retaining screws securing the power supply to the back of the computer and the third retaining screw holding the power supply to the base of the computer. Be careful not to disconnect any of the cables. Slide the power supply out of the way.
  • Page 53 5. Hold the card along the top comers and guide it into the connector, as shown below. (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) to insert it fully.

  • Page 54: Removing An Option Card

    Removing an Option Card You may need to remove an option card installed in your computer to access components on the main system board-to change a jumper setting, for example. You may also want to remove a card if you no longer need it. Follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 55 1. Locate the memory chip sockets on the main system board, shown on page 3-5. Bank 0 (labeled the system board, so you cannot add video memory in this bank. Bank 1 (U25 to the soldered chips. Bank 2 middle sockets in each set of three and Bank 3 contains the remaining two sockets.
  • Page 56 Position one of the memory chips over the first socket as shown below, aligning the pins on the chip with the holes in the socket. Make sure the small notch on the end of the chip is facing the outside of the computer. 5.

  • Page 57: Installing The Math Coprocessor

    Installing the Math Coprocessor You can enhance your system’s performance for some applications by installing a Cyrix Cx83S87-33 math coprocessor. To install the math coprocessor, follow the instructions in the manual that came with it or follow these steps: 1. Locate the socket for the math coprocessor. See page 3-5. 2.

  • Page 58: Post-Installation Procedures

    Position the coprocessor over the socket as shown below. Align the notched corner of the coprocessor (marked with a dot) over the bevelled corner in the socket. Be sure to align the pins in the coprocessor directly over in the wrong position, you could permanently damage it. 5.

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 Installing And Removing Drives

    4-11 to install any type of drive in the upper horizontal bay. If you are installing or removing a non-Epson drive, some of the steps in this chapter may not apply; see the documentation that came with your drive for more information.

  • Page 60: Installing A Hard Disk Drive In The Internal Drive Bay

    Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Internal Drive Bay Your computer may have a hard disk drive already installed using the hard disk drive mounting bracket. If not, you can install a l-inch (third-height), 3 ½-inch wide drive below the mounting bracket or above it.

  • Page 61: Removing The Mounting Frames

    Removing the Mounting Frames If there are mounting frames attached to your hard disk drive, you need to remove them before you can install the drive. Follow these steps: 1. On your drive, there may be a plastic guiderail and metal grounding plate so, remove the screws securing them to the mounting frame and remove the guiderail and grounding plate.

  • Page 62: Connecting The Drive Cable To The System Board

    Connecting the Drive Cable to the System Board If you need to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cable to the system board, follow the steps below. (If the hard disk drive ribbon cable is already attached to the system board, refer to “Connecting the Drive and Power Cables to the Drive”...

  • Page 63: Connecting The Drive And Power Cables To The Drive

    If you do not correctly align the holes with the pins, you could severely damage your system board when you push in the cable connector. Connecting the Drive and Power Cables to the Drive Follow the steps below to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable to the drive: 1.
  • Page 64 6. Position the power supply cable connector so that its notched comers line up with the notched comers of the power supply connector on the hard disk drive. 7. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the c o n n e c t o r .

  • Page 65: Installing The Hard Disk Below The Mounting Bracket

    Installing the Hard Disk Below the Mounting Bracket If you have a third-height hard disk drive, you can install it below the hard disk drive mounting bracket. Refer to the illustrations below and follow these steps: 1. Remove the screw securing the mounting bracket to the base of the computer.
  • Page 66 Align the hard disk drive so that the cable connectors are facing the diskette drive bays and the four holes at the base of the drive are above the four pegs, as shown below. Pegs 5. Gently lower the drive over the pegs. When the hard disk drive is resting on the pegs, it will not move from side to side.

  • Page 67: Installing The Hard Disk On The Mounting Bracket

    7. Slide the bracket toward the side of the computer until the tabs hold the bracket secure. 8. Secure the mounting bracket with the screw, as shown above. Installing the Hard Disk On the Mounting Bracket You can also install a hard disk drive on top of the mounting bracket rather than under it.
  • Page 68 3. Lift the mounting bracket out of the computer. 4. Turn the hard disk drive over and locate the four mounting holes on the drive. 5. Position the bracket on the hard disk drive, aligning the holes in the bracket with the holes on the drive. 6.

  • Page 69: Removing A Hard Disk Drive From The Internal Drive Bay

    Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Internal Drive Bay To remove a hard disk drive, reverse the installation steps outlined above. Then disconnect the hard disk drive ribbon cable and the power supply cable from the back of the drive. When you disconnect the cables, grasp the connectors and pull them straight out so you do not bend the pins;...
  • Page 70 Follow these steps to install a drive in the upper horizontal drive bay: 1. Remove the faceplate from the bay. Place your hand behind the plate through the hole in the drive bay, and push the faceplate forward, as shown below. Keep the faceplate in a safe place in case you remove a drive later.
  • Page 71 3. Slide the drive into the bay as far as it will go. The side of the drive bay contains slots that correspond to the mounting holes in the drive. Secure the drive using retaining screws in both sides of the drive. Installing and Removing Drives...

  • Page 72: Connecting The Drive And Power Cables

    Connecting the Drive and Power Cables To connect the drive to the computer, you need to connect both the drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable. Follow the steps below. 1. If you are installing a diskette drive, locate the diskette drive ribbon cable.
  • Page 73 If you are installing a hard disk drive in the upper horizontal bay, make sure you use the proper hard disk drive ribbon cable and connect the drive to the hard disk drive connector. Also, if this is the second hard disk drive in your system, make sure you set the jumpers on both hard disk drives to indicate which is the master and which is the slave drive.
  • Page 74 4. Position the power supply cable connector so that its notched comers line up with the notched comers of the drive’s power supply connector. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the connector. Caution If you do not align the cable connectors correctly, you could severely damage your drive when you push them in.

  • Page 75: Removing A Drive From The Upper Drive Bay

    Removing a Drive from the Upper Drive Bay To remove a drive from the upper drive bay, follow these steps: 1. Remove both the ribbon cable connector and the power cable connector from the drive. Remove the screws securing the drive. 3.

  • Page 76: Chapter 5 Installing Video Drivers

    Chapter 5 Installing Video Drivers The Utility diskettes included with your system contain enhanced VGA (video graphics array) drivers and utilities for your computer’s built-in VGA adapter. This chapter describes how to install and use these drivers and utilities. Your computer’s built-in VGA adapter is compatible with IBM VGA.

  • Page 77: Installing The Drivers

    This chapter describes installation procedures for the following common applications: P Lotus 1-2-3 and Symphony, version 2.x (see page 5-3) P Microsoft Windows, version 3.1 (see page 5-4) P Microsoft Word, version 5.0 (see page 5-5) Cl Quattro Pro, version 2.x (see page 5-6) 0 WordPerfect, version 5.1 (see page 5-7) Your Utility diskettes contain VGA utilities and drivers for additional applications.

  • Page 78: Lotus 1-2-3 Or Symphony

    Lotus 1-2-3 or Symphony If you have not yet installed Lotus 1-2-3 or Symphony, follow the instructions in your Lotus documentation to install it. Then follow these steps to install the drivers: Insert Utility Diskette 1 in drive A. Type : and press Copy the drivers from Symphony program directory on your hard disk.

  • Page 79: Microsoft Windows

    Select Text display to modify Graphics display to modify the graphics resolution. Then press Enter. 10. Select the TVGA driver you want to install from the displayed list and press 11. Select Return to menu and press 12. At the Installation menu, select 13.

  • Page 80: Microsoft Word

    Insert the Utility Diskette 1 in drive A. 6. Type the following path: A: \WIN Select the driver you want to install. Follow the instructions on the screen to finish running SETUP. Note All Windows driver files are compressed using Microsoft COMPRESS.

  • Page 81: Quattro Pro

    Start your Word application. Press Esc to enter a command. Press O to enter an Option command. Select Display Mode. Press to list the display modes available. Choose one of the following display modes to indicate the number of rows for your display: 1 Text, 25 lines, 16 color 2 Text, 43 lines, 16 color 3 Text, 50 lines, 16 color...

  • Page 82: Wordperfect

    Type the following command and press new display drivers to your Quattro Pro directory: COPY A:\QPRO\VIDEO.RSC Start your Quattro Pro application. Type /O to select the Options menu. Type D to display the available display mode drivers. Select Trident VGA. Select the extended text mode you want to use.
  • Page 83 7. Select Graphics 8. Choose Trident TVGA. Select one of the extended graphics drivers. Choose from 800 x 600,16 colors; 1024 x 768,16 colors; and 786 x 1024, 16 colors. 10. Now select Text Screen Type. 11. Choose Trident 12. Select the resolution you want for your text driver. 13.

  • Page 84: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Within each category, a more specific problem is described with possible solutions. If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Epson dealer. Identifying Your System When you request technical assistance, be ready to provide the serial number of your computer, its system BIOS version...

  • Page 85: The Computer Will Not Start

    Use the following table to locate this information. Location of system information System information Serial number Video BIOS version System BIOS version System configuration DOS version Software versions The Computer Will Not Start The power light is on, but the computer does not start. Replace your main operating system diskette and turn on the computer again.

  • Page 86: The Computer Does Not Respond

    The power cord is secure/y connected, but the computer still does not start. Check the electrical outlet for power. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. Plug a lamp into the outlet and turn it on. You installed or removed system components, and now your computer does not start.

  • Page 87: Keyboard Problems

    Keyboard Problems The screen displays a keyboard error message when you turn on or reset the computer. Make sure the keyboard is securely connected to the correct port. when you type on the keyboard Nothing happens See “The Computer Does Not Respond,” above. keys on the numeric keypad do not work The cursor properly.
  • Page 88 If you installed a display adapter card, make sure your monitor and display adapter match. Also check to see if the card’s switches or jumpers and the jumpers on the system board are set properly. See Chapter 3 for system board jumper information.

  • Page 89: Diskette Problems

    Diskette Problems You see a diskette error message. Reinsert the diskette, making sure you insert it all the way. If the drive has a latch, turn it down to secure the diskette. Also, check to see that you have inserted the right type of diskette in the drive.

  • Page 90: Diskette Drive Problems

    Diskette Drive Problems A newly-installed diskette drive is not working properly. Make sure you have installed the drive correctly and check all the cable connections. You see a diskette drive error when you start your computer. Run the SETUP program and configure your system for the correct type of diskette drive.

  • Page 91: Software Problems

    Also, make sure your hard disk drive has been physically formatted by the manufacturer. If it has not been physically formatted, use the format utility that came with the drive to format it. Note that a physical format is different from software-based formatting commands, such as the DOS FORMAT command.

  • Page 92: Printer Problems

    Printer Problems The printer does not work at all. Check that the printer has power and is properly connected to the computer. Also make sure your printer has paper in it. Make sure the computer’s jumpers J7 and J9 are set correctly.

  • Page 93: 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 the SETUP program to update your computer’s configuration after you install the card. Also, perform setup procedures for any software you are using with the option card.

  • Page 94: Memory Module Problems

    Memory Module Problems The memory count displayed by the power-on diagnostics 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. See Chapter 3 for information on installing SIMMs. Controller Problems You see a controller error for the hard disk drive controller, the video controller, or the i/O port controllers when you...

  • Page 95: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications CPU and Memory 32-bit CPU Internal cache System speed Memory video RAM ShadowRAM Math coprocessor Cyrix Cx486SLC, 33 MHz microprocessor with 16-bit data bus 1KB built into microprocessor High and low speeds available; high speed is 33 MHz, low speed is 8 MHz; speed selection through SETUP program and keyboard commands;...

  • Page 96: Controllers

    Clock calendar Controllers Diskette Hard disk Interfaces Monitor Parallel Serial Game Keyboard A-2 Specifications Real-time clock, calendar, and CMOS RAM socketed on main system board with built-in battery backup Trident VGA controller on main system board; provides resolutions up to colors 1024 x 768 Controller on main system board supports...
  • Page 97 Option slots Three 16-bit full-length and two B-bit N-length I/O expansion slots, ISA compatible, 8 MHz bus speed Speaker Internal Mass storage Two 3½-inch wide drives (one internal mount) and one 5 1/4-inch wide, half-height drive Diskeffe drives 3.5~inch (highdensity) storage capacity 5.25-inch diskette drive, 1.2MB (highdensity) storage capacity 3.5-inch diskette drive, 720KB...

  • Page 98: Physical Characteristics

    Physical Characteristics Width Depth Height Weight Power Supply Type Input ranges Maximum outputs frequency Option Slot Power Limits (Total) Maximum current* For all slots This system does not support older option cards that may require 4 volts. A-4 Specifications 15.6 inches (396 mm) 14.5 inches (368 mm) 4.1 inches (104 mm) 15 lb (6.8 kg), without drives or keyboard...

  • Page 99: Video Memory And Supported Resolutions

    Video Memory and Supported Resolutions Memory 256KB 512KB Environmental Requirements Condition Temperature Humidity (non- condensing) Altitude Resolutions 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 Non-operating Operating range range...

  • Page 100: Tested Operating Environments

    Tested Operating Environments Although your system will run most software applications, the following operating environments have been tested for compatibility with your system. As new environments become available, these also will be tested. MS-DOS 3.3 through 6.0 DR DOS 6.0 Novell NetWare 4.0 Novell NetWare 3.11* Novell NetWare 2.2*...

  • Page 101: Available Options

    Available Options The following list represents only a few of the options supported for this product. Call your nearest marketing location or Epson Direct for more information on specific options. options Specifications A-7...

  • Page 102: Specifications

    ActionLaser 1000) ActionLaser 1000 (2MB) ActionLaser 1500 1 Stylus BOO Ink Jet Printer Microsoft Windows 3.1 Epson MS-DOS 5.0,5.25" diskettes Epson MS-DOS 5.0,3.5" diskettes MS-DOS 6.0, 3.5" diskettes Epson OS/2, version 2.0 DR DOS 6.0, 3.5" diskettes NetWare Lite 1.1,3.5" diskettes...

  • Page 103: Index

    4-2 -3, 4-11 key-way connector, 4-15 keyboard, 1-4 modem, 1-6 monitor, 1-4 mouse, 1-6 power supply, 4-3, 4-5, 4-14 -16 printer, 1-5 reconnecting, 6-3 red wire, 4-5, 4-15 serial device, 1-6 Cache, internal, Intro-l, 1-16, A-1 Calendar, A-2 Card...
  • Page 104 SIMM, 3-9 -10 system, 6-1 Connecting keyboard, 1-4 modem, 1-6 monitor, 1-4 mouse, 1-6 power cords, 1-5 -6, 2-1, 3-2, 3-4 printer, 1-5 Connector analog, 1-4 card-edge, 4-14 hard disk drive, 4-4 -5 header, 4-14 keyboard, 1-4, 1-16 monitor, 1-4...
  • Page 105 1-15 jumper settings, 3-7, 6-5 DOS, 1-15, 6-2 DRAM video chips installing, 3-16 type, 3-16, A-l Drivers printer, 6-9 video (VGA), Intro-2, 1-18, 5-1 -8 Drives, see Hard disk drive or diskette drive EGA (enhanced graphics adapter), 1-15 EGA/VGA, 1-15...
  • Page 106 Half-length option slots, A-3 Hard disk drive bays, 3-5 cable, 4-2 -3, 4-5 -6, 4-11, 4-14 -16 caution, 4-5-6 circuit board, 4-5 configuration through SETUP, 4-17 connecting cables, 4-3-5 connector, 4-4, 4-6, 4-11 controller, A-2 cylinder value, 1-14 Epsonsupplied, 1-11, 1-14 errors, 6-7 formatting, 6-7-8 grounding plate, 4-3...
  • Page 107 Jumpers VGA controller, 3-7 video card, 3-13, 6-5 K/B, 1-4 Key disk, 2-7, 6-8 Key-way, 4-15 Keyboard checking connections, 6-4 connecting, 1-4 connector, 1-4, 1-16 num lock, 1-16, 6-4 option, 1-16 port, Intro-l, 1-4, A-2 problems, 6-4 processor speed command, 2-7, PS/2 compatible, Intro-l, A-2 reconnecting, 3-4 Keypad, numeric, 1-16, 2-7,64...
  • Page 108 Monitor turning on, 2-2 VGA port, 1-4, 1-15 Monochrome adapter jumper settings, 3-7 Mounting bracket identifying, 4-2 installing hard disk drive, 4-7, securing, 4-3, 4-9 slots, 4-7 Mounting frames, removing, 4-2-3 Mounting holes, 4-13 Mouse, 1-4, 1-6, 6-11 Multifrequency monitor, 1-4, 5-1 NetWare 286, 1-14 Non-interlaced mode, jumper, 3-7...
  • Page 109 A-4 input ranges, A-4 limitations, 3-13, 6-3 location, 3-5 maximum outputs, A-4 removing, 3-13 type, A-4 Power-on diagnostics, 1-7, 2-2, 6-10 Printer checking connections, 6-9 drivers, 6-9 problems, 6-9 reconnecting, 3-4 turning off, 2-3, 3-2 turning on, 2-2 Processor speed...
  • Page 110 SIMMS banks, 3-9 configuration, 1-15, 3-9 -10 incorrect type, 6-3 installing, Intro-2, 3-1, 3-9 location, 3-5 positioning, 3-11 removing, 3-12 sockets, 3-11 type, 3-10, A-l Slave hard disk drive, 4-15 Slot cover, 3-13 Slots, option, Intro-l Slow processor speed, 1-16, 2-6 -7, 6-8, 6-10, A-1 Slow refresh option, 1-17 Sockets...
  • Page 111 Video BIOS, 6-2, A-1 card jumpers, 3-13, 6-5 chips, 3-16, A-1 controller, A-2 drivers, installing, 1-18, 5-1 -8 jumper settings on card, 6-5 modes, 5-1 resolutions, Intro-2, 5-1-8, A-2 ROM, 1-17 Video memory, 3-5 adding, 3-16 configuration, 3-16 displaying, 3-18 on system board, 5-1 sockets, 3-16 type, 3-16, A-1...
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