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Epson Equity 386/25 User Manual (326 pages)

Epson User Manual personal computer 386/25

Brand: Epson | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.57 MB

Important Safety Instructions
5
Table of Contents
7
Introduction
16
Operating Systems and Other Software
16
Optional Equipment
16
How to Use this Manual
17
VGA Utilities
17
Where to Get Help
19
- Setting up Your System
  21
Chapter 1 Choosing a Location

21
- Removing the Protector Card
  23
- Connecting a Monitor
  24
  - Using the VGA Interface
    24
  - Using a Display Adapter Card
    27
- Connecting a Printer or Other Device
  28
  - Using the Parallel Interface
    28
  - Using the Serial Interface
    31
- Connecting the Keyboard
  32
- Connecting the Mouse
  33
- Connecting the Power Cord
  35
- Turning on the Computer
  36
  - Turning off the Computer
    38
  - Running the Setup Program
    39
Chapter 2

40
Chapter 3 Installing MS-DOS or Another Operating System

71
- Copying the Reference and Utility Files
  72
- Special Keys on the Keyboard
  73
- Stopping a Command or Program
  75
- Resetting the Computer
  75
- Using a Power-On Password
  77
  - Changing a Power-On Password
    78
  - Deleting a Power-On Password
    79
- Using Disks and Disk Drives
  80
  - How Disks Store Data
    80
  - Types of Diskette Drives
    82
  - Caring for Diskettes and Diskette Drives
    84
  - Write-Protecting Diskettes
    86
  - Using a Single Diskette Drive System
    88
  - Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    89
  - Formatting Diskettes
    91
  - Making Backup Copies
    91
  - Using a Hard Disk Drive
    92
Chapter 4 Enhancing System Operations

95
- Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch Files
  95
- Changing the Processor Speed
  96
  - Entering Keyboard Commands
    98
  - Using the ESPEED Program
    99
- Reassigning the Diskette Drives
  101
  - Using the AFDD Program
    102
- Using Your Computer as a Network Server
  103
  - Using a Password in Network Server Mode
    105
- Using Expanded Memory Beyond 640KB
  106
- Using Special VGA Features
  107
  - Installing and Removing Options
    109
Chapter 5

110
- Removing the Cover
  110
- Changing the Jumper Settings
  114
  - Setting the Jumpers
    115
- Installing an Option Card
  118
- Removing an Option Card
  123
- Adding Memory Modules
  124
  - Installing Memory Modules
    125
  - Removing Memory Modules
    130
- Installing a Math Coprocessor
  133
- Removing a Math Coprocessor
  138
- Replacing the Cover
  138
- Post-Installation Setup
  140
Appendix A Using the VGA Utilities

143
- Preparing to Install Drivers or Utilities
  146
- Using the VGA Driver Setup Program
  146
- Microsoft Windows/286, Versions 2.03, 2.10, and 2.11
  150
- Installing the Drivers
  151
- Microsoft Windows/386, Versions 2.03, 2.10, and 2.11
  152
- Microsoft Windows, Version 3.0
  153
- Microsoft/Ibm OS/2 Presentation Manager
  155
  - Versions 1.1 and 1.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microsoft Word,Version
    155
- Autodesk Autocad, Version 2.62
  158
- Autodesk Autocad, Version 9.00
  160
- Autodesk Autocad, Version 10.0
  162
- Autodesk Autocad 386, Version 10.0
  165
- Autodesk Autocad, Version 10.0 (Fast Display List)
  167
- Digital Research GEM, Version 2.2
  169
- Digital Research GEM, Version 3.0
  171
- Ventura Publisher, Versions 1.0 and 1.1
  173
- Ventura Publisher, Version 2.0
  175
- Lotus 1-2-3, Release 2.0 and Lotus Symphony
  176
  - Releases 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0
    176
- Ashton-Tate Framework II, Release 1.0
  179
- Wordstar, Version 3.3
  181
- Wordstar, Versions 4.0 and 5.0
  183
- Wordperfect, Versions 4.0 and 4.1
  185
- Wordperfect, Version 5.0
  186
- Versacad Design, Version 5.4
  188
- Versacad 386, Version 5.4
  190
- CADVANCE, Version 3.50
  191
- Orcad, Version 3.22
  193
- Generic CADD, Version 1.1, Level 3
  194
- VESA Driver, Version 1.0
  196
  - Using SETVESA
    197
  - Using VTEST
    198
- Utility Programs
  199
  - VGAMODE Utility
    199
  - SETVGA Utility
    201
  - MODETEST Utility
    204
  - WS33INST Utility
    205
  - SNOOZE Utility
    205
Appendix B Installing and Removing Disk Drives

207
Appendix C Physically Formatting a Hard Disk

235
- Choosing the Type of Format
  236
  - Reformatting a Used Disk
    237
  - Formatting a New Disk
    238
  - Selecting an Option
    238
  - Starting the Formatting Process
    238
- Option 1, Format
  239
  - Modifying the Defective Track Table
    241
  - Formatting the Disk
    243
- Option 2, Destructive Surface Analysis
  244
- Option 3, Non-Destructive Surface Analysis
  246
- Exiting the Hard Disk Format Menu
  247
Appendix D Troubleshooting

249
- Identifying Your System
  249
- Error Messages
  250
- The Computer Won't Start
  253
- The Computer Does Not Respond
  254
- Password Problems
  256
  - Removing a Password
    257
  - Setting a New Password
    259
- Keyboard Problems
  260
- Monitor Problems
  261
- Diskette Problems
  263
- Diskette Drive Problems
  266
- Hard Disk Problems
  267
- Software Problems
  270
- Printer Problems
  271
- Option Card Problems
  273
- Mouse Problems
  274
  - Using the MOUSE7PT.EXE Program
    275
  - Memory Module Problems
    276
  - Math Coprocessor Problems
    277
- Appendix E Performing System Diagnostics
  
  279
  - Starting System Diagnostics
    280
  - Selecting an Option
    282
  - Modifying the Device List
    283
  - Selecting a Test
    284
    
    Resuming from an Error
    286
  - Error Codes and Messages
    290
Appendix F Specifications

293
- CPU and Memory
  293
- Controllers
  294
- Interfaces
  294
- Mass Storage
  295
- Power Supply
  295
- Environmental Requirements
  296
- Keyboard
  296
- Physical Characteristics
  297
- Glossary
  299
- Dip Switch
  304

Epson Equity 386/25 User Manual (296 pages)

Brand: Epson | Category: Desktop | Size: 7.71 MB

Important Safety Instructions
5
Table of Contents
7
How to Use this Manual
16
Introduction 3

16
- Where to Get Help
  18
Chapter 1 Setting up Your System

19
- Unpacking
  19
  - Removing the Diskette Drive Protector Card
    21
- Choosing a Location
  22
- Connecting a Monitor
  23
- Connecting a Printer or Other Device
  26
- Connecting the Power Cord
  31
- Connecting the Keyboard
  32
- Turning on the Computer
  34
Chapter 2 Running the Setup Program

37
Chapter 3

68
- Installing MS-DOS
  68
- Using a Power-On Password
  69
  - Changing a Power-On Password
    70
  - Deleting a Power-On Password
    71
- Locking the Computer
  72
- Selecting the Operating Speed
  73
- Controlling the Volume
  74
- Special Keys on the Equity 386/25 Keyboard
  75
- Stopping a Command or Program
  77
- Resetting the Computer
  77
- Using the Equity 386/25 as a Network Server
  79
  - Using a Password in Network Server Mode
    80
  - Changing a Password in Network Server Mode
    81
- Using Disks and Disk Drives
  82
  - How Disks Store Data
    83
  - Types of Diskette Drives
    85
  - Caring for Diskettes and Diskette Drives
    87
  - Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    89
  - Write-Protecting Diskettes
    91
  - Making Backup Copies
    92
  - Using a Single Diskette Drive
    93
  - Using Two Diskette Drives
    94
  - Using a Hard Disk Drive
    95
- Turning off the Computer
  97
- Using the Equity 386/25
  
  68
Chapter 4 Using MS-DOS with Your Equity 386/25

98
- Formatting Diskettes
  98
- Starting MS-DOS
  99
- Using Drive Designators
  100
  - The Current Drive
    101
- Types of MS-DOS Commands
  102
- Entering an MS-DOS Command
  104
- Setting the Date and Time
  105
- Creating and Managing Files
  106
  - Naming Files
    106
  - Copying Files
    108
  - Renaming Files
    111
  - Deleting Files
    112
  - Printing Text Files
    113
- Using Directories
  113
  - The Current Directory
    116
  - Changing the Current Directory
    116
  - Using Pathnames
    117
  - Including Filenames with Pathnames
    118
  - Including Drive Letters with Pathnames and Filenames
    118
  - Creating Directories
    120
  - Listing the Contents of a Directory
    120
  - Displaying a List of Directories
    122
  - Removing Directories
    124
- Formatting Diskettes
  124
  - Using the FORMAT Command
    125
- Backing up Data
  127
  - Using the DISKCOPY Command
    128
  - Using the BACKUP Command
    131
- The MS-DOS Shell Program
  132
- Using the Epson HELP Program
  132
- Using the Epson MENU Program
  134
  - Menu Program Options
    136
- Using an AUTOEXEC.BAT File
  137
  - Creating an AUTOEXEC.BAT File
    138
- Using the Video Shadow RAM Function
  140
- Using Memory Beyond 640KB
  144
  - Using EMM386.SYS
    146
    
    Installing Options
    149
Chapter 5 Adding Memory Modules

150
- Installing Option Cards
  153
  - Removing the Cover
    154
  - Installing an Option Card
    157
  - Removing an Option Card
    162
  - Replacing the Cover
    163
- Post-Installation Setup
  164
  - System Memory
    165
  - Disk Drives
    165
Appendix A Changing Jumper and DIP Switch Settings

166
- Changing Jumper Settings
  167
- Changing DIP Switch Settings
  171
- Removing the SPF Card
  174
  - Setting the DIP Switches
    176
  - Setting the SPF Card Jumpers
    177
  - Setting the Main System Board Jumpers
    178
- Replacing the SPF Card
  179
Appendix B Troubleshooting

180
- Error Messages
  180
- The Computer Won't Start
  181
- The Computer Locks up
  182
- Password Problems
  183
  - Removing a Password
    184
  - Setting a New Password
    186
- Keyboard Problems
  187
- Monitor Problems
  188
- Diskette Problems
  190
- Diskette Drive Problems
  193
- Hard Disk Problems
  193
- Software Problems
  196
- Printer Problems
  198
- Option Card Problems
  200
Appendix C Power-On Diagnostics

202
- Power-On Diagnostics Error Codes and Messages Table
  203
- Performing System Diagnostics
  
  206
Appendix D

207
- Starting System Diagnostics
  207
- Selecting an Option
  208
- Modifying the Device List
  209
- Selecting a Test
  211
  - Resuming from an Error
    213
- System Board Check
  214
- Memory Check
  215
- Keyboard Check
  216
- Monochrome Display Adapter and CRT Check
  218
  - Monochrome Adapter Check
    218
  - Attribute Check
    219
  - Character Set Check
    219
  - Video Check
    220
  - Sync Check
    220
  - Run All above Checks
    220
- Color Graphics Adapter and CRT Check
  221
  - Color Graphics Adapter Check
    221
  - Attribute Check
    222
  - Character Set Check
    222
  - 40-Column Character Set Check
    223
  - 320X200 Graphics Mode Check
    224
  - 640X200 Graphics Mode Check
    225
  - Screen Paging Check
    226
  - Light Pen Check
    227
  - Color Video Check
    228
  - Sync Check
    228
  - Run All above Checks
    229
- Diskette Drives and Controller Check
  229
  - Sequential Seek Check
    230
  - Random Seek Check
    231
  - Write, Read Check
    231
  - Disk Change Check
    232
  - Run All above Checks
    233
- Math Coprocessor Check
  233
- Alternate Parallel Port Check
  234
- Parallel Port (Printer Interface) Check
  234
- Parallel Port (on Video Adapter) Check
  235
- Serial Port (RS-232C Port) Check
  235
- Alternate Serial Port Check
  237
- Dot-Matrix Printer Check
  237
- Hard Disk Drive(S) and Controller Check
  239
  - Seek Check
    239
  - Write, Read Check
    240
  - Read, Verify Check
    241
  - Run All above Checks
    242
- Error Codes and Messages
  243
Appendix E Physically Formatting a Hard Disk

246
- Choosing the Type of Format
  247
  - Reformatting a Used Disk
    248
  - Formatting a New Disk
    249
  - Selecting an Option
    249
  - Starting the Formatting Process
    249
- Option 1, Format
  250
  - Modifying the Defective Track Table
    252
  - Formatting the Disk
    254
- Option 2, Destructive Surface Analysis
  255
- Option 3, Non-Destructive Surface Analysis
  257
- Exiting the Hard Disk Format Menu
  258
Appendix F Hard Disk Drive Types

259
- Hard Disk Drive Types Table
  259
Appendix G Specifications

262
- CPU and Memory
  262
- Controllers
  263
- Interfaces
  263
- Mass Storage
  264
- Power Supply
  264
- Environmental Requirements
  265
- Keyboard
  265
- Physical Characteristics
  265
- Glossary
  266

Epson Equity 386/25 Product Support Bulletin (6 pages)

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Choosing a Location

Chapter 2

Chapter 3 Installing MS-DOS or Another Operating System

Chapter 4 Enhancing System Operations

Chapter 5

Appendix A Using the VGA Utilities

Appendix B Installing and Removing Disk Drives

Appendix C Physically Formatting a Hard Disk

Appendix D Troubleshooting

Appendix E Performing System Diagnostics

Appendix F Specifications

Epson Equity 386/25 User Manual (296 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction 3

Chapter 1 Setting up Your System

Chapter 2 Running the Setup Program

Chapter 3

Using the Equity 386/25

Chapter 4 Using MS-DOS with Your Equity 386/25

Chapter 5 Adding Memory Modules

Appendix A Changing Jumper and DIP Switch Settings

Appendix B Troubleshooting

Appendix C Power-On Diagnostics

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Appendix D

Appendix E Physically Formatting a Hard Disk

Appendix F Hard Disk Drive Types

Appendix G Specifications

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