Page 2 The KGB/CIA World Factbook CD-ROM game included with your system is an newer version of this game then the one installed on your computer’s hard disk drive. To install this game correctly in Windows please follow the instructions given below: Removing the Existing KGB/CIA World Factbook from the Hard Drive 1.
Page 3 Fax: This update tells you how to use Microsoft these programs on your computer’s hard disk drive and how to create buttons for them in the EPSON environment program. Windows documentation, and the on-line help utilities for in-depth information on using Windows and FocalPoint.
Page 4 4. Then select Browse. In the Drives dialog box, select drive D: to specify your CD-ROM drive. In the Directories box, select the MPCCHESS directory. In the File Name box, select setup. exe. Then select OK. You see the Battle Chess installation screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to accept the suggested directory and select Continue.
Page 5 In the Title field, type Battle Chess Move the cursor to the Command Line field and select the F i n d P r o g r a m b u t t o n . In the Drives box, select drive D : In the Directories box, select the MPCCHESS directory.
Page 6 The installation program copies the files from the CD to your hard disk drive, creates the Lenny’s MusicToons group, and creates Lennys’ MusicToons, Sound Test, and Read Me program icons. When the installation is complete, you see a confirmation message. Select OK to continue. You see a prompt asking if you want to view the program’s README.DOC file.
Page 7 10. You see the Button Properties dialog box. FocalPoint Setup automatically fills in the Working Directory box and selects the Lenny’s MusicToons icon. Select OK. 11. Repeat steps 4 through 10 to create the Sound Test button substituting the following information: In the Title field, type Sound Test.
Page 8 EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. FocalPoint is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies. 400346500 Copyright © 1994 by Epson America, Inc.
Page 9 IMPORTANT NOTlCE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties ofmerchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages.
Page 10: 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. •...
Page 11 Importantes instructions de securite 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 chiffon chiffon humide. Veiller a ne pas renverser de liquides sur l’appareil. •...
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction VGA Drivers ....... Optional Equipment ......M e m o r y .
Page 13 Exiting SETUP ... Post-SETUP Procedures Chapter 2 Using Your Computer W o r k i n g C o m f o r t a b l y I n s e r t i n g a n d R e m o v i n g D i s k s Stopping a Command or Program R e s e t t i n g t h e...
Page 14 Tested Operating Environments ..Video Memory and Supported Resolutions Options Available from EPSON ..Hard Disk Drive Types ....
Page 15 Glossary Index EPSON U.S. and International Marketing Locations . . . V l l l...
Page 16 Your new EPSON ® Cyrix 486SLC-33 or 486SLC2-50 microprocessor 2MB, 4MB, or 8MB of internal memory, expandable to 16MB System and video BIOS shadow RAM At least 512KB of on-board video memory; 512KB is expandable to 1024KB (1MB) Built-in, local bus SVGA port...
Page 17: Introduction
If you need to install them yourself, see the README files on your Drivers diskettes or your hard drive, as described in Chapter 1. To obtain drivers for additional applications, call the EPSON Connection or access the Epson America Forum on CompuServe@.
Page 18: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and a wide variety of options, as described in Chapters 3 and 4. Memory By adding 1MB or 4MB SIMMs (single inline memory modules) to the main system board, you can expand the computer’s memory up to 16MB.
Page 19: Math Coprocessor
Math Coprocessor You may want to install an optional math coprocessor, which allows your computer to perform mathematical calculations and process graphics more quickly. How to Use This Manual This manual contains the information you need to get the best results from your computer.
Page 20: Where To Get Help
C u s t o m e r R e l a t i o n s EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature on current and new products. You can purchase accessories, manuals, or parts for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800)
Page 21: Compuserve On-Line Support
States and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other countries, call the following U.S. telephone number: (614) 529-1611 If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum. 6 Introduction CompuServe Magazine,...
Page 22: Chapter I Setting Up Your-System
Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter briefly describes how to set up your computer. It includes the following information: U n p a c k i n g y o u r c o m p u t e r Setting the voltage selector switch Connecting the computer components Turning the computer on and off...
Page 23: Setting The Voltage Selector Switch
You can set this switch to 110 VAC or 220 VAC. EPSON ships the computer with the voltage selector switch set to 110 VAC. This setting is appropriate for line source voltages between 100 and 120 VAC, and is generally the appropriate setting to select if you plan to use your computer in North America, Mexico, or Japan.
Page 24: Connecting Computer Components
To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switch to the right to select 220 VAC, or to the left to select 110 VAC, as shown below. Connecting Computer Components Use the illustration below to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, printer, and other devices.
Page 25: Connecting A Keyboard And Mouse
Your system may also include two removable game port panels below the option slots. You can remove one or both of these if you want to install one or two connectors to the optional port interface on the system board. Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse To connect a keyboard, hold the cable connector so the arrow on the connector faces up.
Page 26: Connecting A Monitor
Connecting a Monitor If you have a VGA or SVGA monitor (or a multifrequency monitor with an analog connector), follow these steps to connect it to the computer’s built-in VGA port: There should be two cables provided with your monitor: the monitor cable (to connect it to the computer) and the power cable (to connect it to the power source).
Page 27: Connecting A Printer Or Other Device
Connecting a Printer or Other Device Your computer has one bi-directional parallel and two serial ports. To connect a printer or other peripheral device, follow the appropriate instructions below. Using the parallel port Follow these steps to connect a parallel printer to your computer: Plug the connector end of the printer cable into the computer’s PARALLEL port.
Page 28: Connecting The Power Cord
Connecting the Power Cord Follow these steps to connect the power cord: Plug the power cord into the power inlet on the back panel of the computer. WARNING To avoid an electric shock, be sure to plug the cord into the computer before plugging it into the wall outlet.
Page 29 Press the power button located on the left side of the front panel, as shown below. power button reset button The power indicator lights up. After a few seconds, the computer displays a count of its system memory, and then performs its power-on diagnostics.
Page 30: Turning Off The Computer
If your system is configured to automatically start Microsoft Windows™ ’or a word processing program, or has a different operating system, you will see the first menu or screen of that program displayed at this point. If your system is not configured to start like this, you will see the MS-DOS operating prompt, such as computer.
Page 31: Running The Setup Program
Running the SETUP Program Be sure to run SETUP the first time you use your computer so you can make sure it is configured correctly. (You also may need to run SETUP again if you change your configuration.) SETUP lets you verify or change the following: C u r r e n t d a t e a n d t i m e Type of diskette drive(s) and hard disk drive(s) S y s t e m m e m o r y...
Page 32 To start SETUP, press F2. If the system detects an error in its configuration when you turn it on, you will see the following message: P r e s s t h e F 1 k e y t o c o n t i n u e , F 2 t o r u n t h e s e t u p u t i l i t y If you see this message, press F2 to run SETUP to correct your configuration.
Page 33: Displaying System Information
Displaying System lnformation SETUP provides a system information screen which lists the following: P r o c e s s o r t y p e Coprocessor type (if one is installed) R e s e r v e d m e m o r y B I O S v e r s i o n n u m b e r Addresses for video mode, serial ports, and printer ports.
Page 34: Setting The Hard Disk Drive(S)
Setting the Hard Disk Drive(s) Your system comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature that automatically detects the type of hard disk drive(s) installed in your computer. (See Appendix A for a list of hard disk drive types and their parameters.) The SETUP program allows you to view or change the parameters for your hard disk drive.
Page 35: Checking System Memory
`Defining your own drive type If the parameters for your hard disk do not match the parameters detected by the auto-sensing feature, or if you want to use your drive with parameters other than the defaults, follow these steps to define your own type: Move the cursor to Hard Disk 1 or you see User Def 1 or User Def 2.
Page 36: Setting Keyboard Options
Video display type options Select EGA/VGA You connected your monitor to the built-in VGA port or you installed a VGA orenhanced graphics adapter (EGA) card CGA40* You installed an optional color graphics adapter set to 40-column color graphics adapter (CGA) mode CGA80* You installed a CGA or a multi-mode graphicsadapter (MGA) attached to a color monitor...
Page 37: Cyrix Cache Option
Cyrix Cache Option The 486SLC-33 or 486SLC2-50 microprocessor includes a 1KB internal cache. Leave this option set to Enabled. Setting Chip Set Feature Control Options The second screen of SETUP contains options which control certain chip functions on your system board. Press PgDn to display this screen Relocating memory...
Page 38: Exiting Setup
If you enable the one wait state in a 16-bit ISA cycle rather than providing the fastest processing at zero wait states. The Slow Refresh option, when enabled, improves system performance because it shortens the time needed for each refresh cycle. Exiting SETUP When you leave SETUP, you can save your settings and reboot your system, or exit SETUP without saving your settings.
Page 39 R E A D M E To print the files to a laser printer, enter the following: R E A D M E P To obtain drivers for additional applications, call the EPSON Connection or access the Epson America Forum on CompuServe.
Page 40: Using Your Computer
Chapter2 Using Your Computer This chapter briefly describes the following operations: W o r k i n g c o m f o r t a b l y Inserting and removing diskettes Stopping a command or program R e s e t t i n g t h e c o m p u t e r Changing the processor speed Working Comfortably This section provides some tips for creating a comfortable work...
Page 41: Inserting And Removing Disks
Be gentle with your keyboard. Too much force creates tension in your hands. Also, make sure your work surface has enough room for you to move the mouse or other pointing device freely. Use good lighting that isn’t too bright. Try to keep bright light sources out of your field of vision when you are looking at the screen.
Page 42: Stopping A Command Or Program
Note The 3.5-inch drive in the lower bay of your computer is drive A. If you install another drive in the upper bay, it is drive B. You can change the drive assignments through your SETUP program. To insert a diskette into a 5.25-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the read/write slot leading into the drive.
Page 43: Resetting The Computer
If these methods do not work, you may need to reset the computer as described below. Do not turn off the computer to exit a program or stop a command unless you have to, because the computer erases any data you did not save. Resetting the Computer Occasionally, you may want to clear the computer’s memory without turning it off.
Page 44: Changing The Processor Speed
If resetting the computer does not correct the problem, you probably need to turn it off and on again. Remove any diskette(s) from the diskette drive(s). Turn off the computer and wait 20 seconds. If you do not have a hard disk, insert the system diskette in drive A.
Page 45 Note You can use the commands listed above while you are running a program. However, if the program uses one of these commands for another function, you cannot use it to change the processor speed. You can, however, change the processor speed through SETUP.
Page 46 Chapter3 lnstaIling and Removing Options You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding optional equipment such as system or video memory modules, or option cards. This chapter first describes how to remove your computer’s cover to install options and how to replace the cover when you are finished.
Page 47: Removing The Cover
Removing the Cover You need to remove the computer’s cover to install any of the options described in this chapter or to install or remove a disk drive (as described in Chapter 4). Follow these steps: Turn off the computer and then any peripheral devices (including the monitor and printer).
Page 48 Grasp the sides of the cover and pull it straight back, until it clears the computer. Set the cover aside. Ground yourself to the computer by touching the metal surface of the back panel. WARNING Be sure to ground yourself by touching the back panel of the computer every time you remove the cover.
Page 49: Replacing The Cover
Replacing the Cover When you are ready to replace the computer’s cover, follow these steps: Make sure all the internal components are installed properly. Check all ribbon cable connections, especially those that might have been loosened during your work. Make sure all ribbon cables are out of the way so they do not catch on the cover.
Page 50: Locating The Internal Components
Locating the Internal Components As you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to the illustration below to locate the major components inside your computer. Installing and Removing Options...
Page 51 The illustration below shows the main system board inside your computer. Use this illustration to locate jumpers, SIMM sockets, video memory chip sockets, and the CPU socket. Installing and Removing Options...
Page 52: Changing The Jumper Settings
Changing the Jumper Settings The jumpers on the main system board control certain functions and are preset to factory default positions. (See the illustration above to locate the jumpers.) Use the information in the following tables to change jumper settings, if necessary. Note Any jumpers not listed in the following tables are for service purposes only.
Page 53: Setting The Jumpers
Miscellaneous jumper settings (continued) * Factory setting ** MSDOS to automatically reassign parallel and serial ports. Built-in VGA jumper settings Built-in VGA Enable Disable * Factory setting Note To use an external display adapter in an expansion slot, you must disable the built-in VGA adapter. Setting the Jumpers Follow these steps to change jumper settings: Refer to the illustration on page 3-6 to locate the jumpers.
Page 54 A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper is placed on the pins. Use the following table to identify the pin settings for 2-pin, 3-pin, and 4-pin jumpers. To identify pin 1, look at the system board under the jumper; a triangle is traced on the board at pin 1.
Page 55 Use the correct SIMM configuration to add the amount of memory you want. See the table above. Your SIMM sockets may not look exactly like the ones in the illustrations. If you are not sure how to install SIMMs, contact the EPSON Connection. 3-10 Installing and Removing Options (RAM1...
Page 56: Inserting Simms
Inserting SIMMs Make sure the computer is turned off and the cover is off. Then follow these steps to install SIMMs: Refer to the illustration on page 3-6 to locate the SIMM sockets on the right side of the system board, next to the power supply connector.
Page 57 Position the first SIMM at an angle over the first empty socket, as shown below. The components of the SIMM should face the inside of the computer. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in the slot.
Page 58: Removing Simms
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional SIMM. Replace the rear internal drive bracket, if necessary Removing SIMMs If you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to install different ones, for example), follow the steps below: Make sure the computer is turned off. Use the illustration on page 3-6 to locate the SIMM sockets on the right side of the system board.
Page 59 Use your fingers or a small screwdriver to carefully pull away the tabs that secure the SIMM at each end. As you pull away the tabs, the SIMM falls to the side. Remove the SIMM from the socket If necessary, follow the same procedure to remove other SIMMs.
Page 60 If you are inserting different SIMMs, follow the instructions on page 3-1 1 to install them. Replace the rear internal drive bracket (see Chapter 4) if you removed it. lnstalling an Option Card This section explains how to install option cards in your computer.
Page 61 To install an option card, make sure the computer is turned off and the cover is off. Then refer to the illustrations below and follow these steps: Remove the retaining screw securing the option slot cover to the computer, as shown below. (Keep the screw to secure the option card to the computer.) Slide out the slot cover and set it aside.
Page 62 Hold the card along the top corners and guide it into the slot, 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 63: Removing An Option Card
Note that your video memory sockets may not look exactly like the ones in the illustrations. If you are not sure how to install video memory chips, contact the EPSON Connection. 3-18 Installing and Removing Options...
Page 64 Follow these steps to install video memory: Locate the video memory chip sockets on the main system board, shown on page 3-6. If there is an option card in your way, remove it. See page 3-18 for instructions. Caution To avoid generating static electricity and damaging the memory chips, ground yourself by touching the metal surface on the inside of the computer’s back panel.
Page 65: Installing The Math Coprocessor
Note that your math coprocessor socket may not look exactly like the one in the illustration. If you are not sure how to install a math coprocessor, contact the EPSON Connection. To install the math coprocessor, follow the instructions in the...
Page 66 If there is an option card in the way, remove it. See page 3-18 for instructions. If necessary, disconnect any drive ribbon cables to move them out of your way. (See Chapter 4). Remove the processor from its package and inspect it. If the pins appear bent or crooked, do not install the coprocessor.
Page 67 Post-installation Procedures After you install or remove options such as memory modules or a microprocessor, you must run SETUP to update the computer’s configuration. See Chapter 1 for instructions. Additionally, you may need to add some commands to your configuration files. See your operating system manual and the manual that came with your optional equipment.
Page 68: Installing And Removing Drives
Chapter 4 Installing and Removing Drives This chapter describes how to install and remove optional drives in your computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including hard disk drives, a diskette drive, a tape drive, a CD-ROM drive, or an optical drive.
Page 69: Setting The Ide Hard Disk Drive Jumpers
To install or remove a drive, first remove the computer’s cover as described in Chapter 3. Then remove any option cards to access the drive bays. Once you have installed the drive, replace any option cards you removed. See Chapter 3 for instructions.
Page 70: Removing Mounting Frames
If you are installing the first hard disk drive in your computer, you don’t need to change these jumper settings. If you are installing a second hard disk drive, see the table labeled “IDE hard disk drive jumper settings” in Appendix A for the correct jumper settings.
Page 71: Installing A Drive In The Front Internal Drive Bay
Installing a Drive in the Front Internal Drive Bay Your computer may have a hard disk drive already installed in the front internal drive bay. If not, you can install a half-height, 3.5-inch hard disk drive in this bay. Note You need to know the drive parameters if the hard disk drive auto-sensing feature in SETUP is unable to correctly identify your drive.
Page 72 If you already have one IDE hard disk drive installed, skip to step 7. If you just installed your first IDE hard disk drive, you need to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cable to the main system board. Locate the ribbon cable shown below; it came in the box with your computer.
Page 73 Position the drive cable over the system board connector so that the side with the red wire is closest to the pin identification markings “1” and “2” printed on the system board. Make sure the holes in the ribbon cable connector fit over the pins in the system board connector;...
Page 74 Position the connector on the drive ribbon cable so the red wire aligns with the side of the drive connector containing pin 1. Make sure the holes in the ribbon cable connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. Locate one of the cables that lead from the power supply.
Page 75: Removing A Drive From The Front Internal Drive Bay
Removing a Drive From the Front Internal Drive Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from the front internal drive bay: Remove the drive and power cables from the back of the drive. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the drive bay. There are two screws on each side of the drive.
Page 76 Slide the drive out the back of the bay. If you removed your only IDE hard disk drive, remove the hard disk drive ribbon cable from its connector on the main system board. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover (described in Chapter 3) and see page 4-19 for post-installation instructions.
Page 77 Slide the drive into the front of the bay and secure it to the bay using the four screws (two on each side) that came with the drive Connect the appropriate drive ribbon cable to the drive. If you are installing an IDE hard disk drive, see page 4-5 for instructions on connecting the ribbon cable to the main system board (if necessary) and the drive.
Page 78 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 ribbon cable’s connector and the drive’s power connector; then push in the connector. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover (described in Chapter 3) and see page 4-19 for post-installation instructions.
Page 79: Removing A Drive From An External Drive Bay
Removing a Drive From an External Drive 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 drive you will remove. Installing and Removing Drives 4-12...
Page 80 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 an externally accessible drive in the open drive bay, you need to install a drive slot cover for that bay.
Page 81 If you removed your only IDE hard disk drive, be sure to remove the IDE ribbon cable from the main system board. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer’s cover (described in Chapter 3) and see page 4-19 for post-installation setup instructions.
Page 82 Place the bracket; drive 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, as 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 83 To connect the drive ribbon cables to the drives in the rear internal bay, first locate pin 1 on each drive’s connector. The number “1” or “2” may be stamped on the connector casing or printed on the drive’s circuit board to identify the side of the connector containing pin 1.
Page 84: Removing A Drive From The Rear Internal Drive Bay
Removing a Drive From the RearInternal Drive Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from the rear internal drive bay: Remove the drive ribbon cable and power cable from the back of each drive in the rear internal bay. If you will be removing your only IDE hard disk drive, disconnect the hard disk drive ribbon cable from its connector on the main system board.
Page 85 Remove the four screws securing the drive bay bracket to the computer’s back panel. Then slide the bracket out of the computer Remove the four screws securing the drive to the bracket and slide the drive out of the bracket. Installing and Removing Drives 4-18...
Page 86 Replace the bracket inside the computer as shown below and secure it to the back panel with the four screws you removed earlier. If there is another drive installed in the rear internal drive bay, follow the instructions on page 4-16 to reconnect the drive and power cables to the drive.
Page 87 Installing and Removing Drives 4-20...
Page 88: Troubleshooting
Within each category, a more specific problem is described with possible solutions. If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer. See “Where to Get Help” in the introduction of this manual for instructions. Identifying Your System...
Page 89 Use these guidelines to locate information about your system. Serial number: System BIOS version: System configuration: MS-DOS version: Software versions: CONFIG.SYS: AUTOEXEC.BAT: Troubleshooting Look on the back panel of the computer to find the serial number. Restart your system. You’ll see the system BIOS version number displayed on the screen when your system performs power-on...
Page 90: The Computer Will Not Start
The Computer Will Not Start The power light is on, but the computer does not start Place a bootable diskette in drive A and turn on the computer again. The computer does not start and the powerlight is not lit Make sure the power cord is securely connected to both the AC inlet on the back panel and an electrical outlet.
Page 91: The Computer Does Not Respond
The Computer Does Not Respond The computer locks up. Wait a few moments; if your computer does not respond after a reasonable length of time, press work, press the RESET button. You may have installed memory using SIMMs that work at the wrong speed.
Page 92: Monitor Problem
The cursor keys on the numeric keypad do not work properly. If the Num Lock light in the upper right corner of the keyboard NumLock is lit, press If you want to change the initial settings of the num lock function, see “Setting Keyboard 0ptions”...
Page 93: Diskette Problems
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 94: Diskette Drive Problems
Run the SETUP program and configure your system for the correct type of diskette drive. Also check the jumper setting of J13 to make sure the diskette drive controller is enabled. The diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer. Troubleshooting 5- 7...
Page 95: Hard Disk Drive Problems
See your operating system manual for instructions. Also, make sure your hard disk drive has been physically formatted by the manufacturer. (All EPSON-supplied drives are physically formatted at the factory.) If it has not been physically formatted, use the format utility that came with the drive to format it before you partition it or install the operating system.
Page 96: Software Problems
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. Software Problems The application program does not start Check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program and that it is installed correctly.
Page 97: Printer Problem
Some software, like OS/2, minimum of 8MB to 16MB of RAM to work correctly. Check your software documentation for the minimum memory requirements. If necessary, add memory modules using the instructions in Chapter 3. Printer Problems The printer does not work at all. Check that the printer has power and is properly connected to the computer.
Page 98: Option Card Problem
Option Card Problems A newly installed option card is not working correctly. Make sure the option card is installed correctly, is well-seated in its slot, and is not touching any other card. Run the SETUP program to update your computer’s configuration after you install the card and perform setup procedures for any software you are using with the option card.
Page 99: Controller Problem
Controller Problems You see a controller error for the drive controllers, the video controller, or the I/O port controllers when you start your system. The indicated controller on your system board may be faulty. If you have an option card with a controller that will work with your device, you can install it and change the jumper settings on the system board to disable the built-in controller.
Page 100: Appendix A Specifications
Appendix A Specifications CPU and Memory 32-bit CPU System speed Memory Video RAM Shadow RAM Memory relocation Cache Math coprocessor Cyrix 486SLC-33 SLC2-50 microprocessor Fast and slow speeds available; fast speed is the speed of the microprocessor (see above), slow speed is 8 MHz; set speed through keyboard commands or SETUP 2MB, 4MB, or 8MB RAM standard on SIMMs;...
Page 101: Controllers
Clock/ calendar Controllers Video Diskette Hard disk lnterfaces Monitor Parallel Serial Specifications Real-time clock, calendar, and 114 bytes of CMOS RAM socketed on main system board with built-in rechargeable NiCad battery backup ® Cirrus Logic GD5424 high-speed super VGA local bus controller; provides resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 in 16 colors (interlaced) with 1MB of video RAM Controller on main system board supports...
Page 102: Mass Storage
Keyboard Mouse Optional port Option slots Speaker Mass Storage Diskette drives PSI 2 compatible keyboard interface built into main system board; 6-pin, mini DIN connector PS/2 compatible mouse interface built into main system board; 6-pin mini DIN connector Optional 10-pin game port interface on system board;...
Page 103: Keyboard
Hard disk drives Otherdevices Keyboard SETUP Program Physical Characteristics width Depth Height Weight Specifications 31/2-inch form factor hard disk drive(s), third-height, half-height size or full size Half-height tape drive, CD-ROM drive, or other storage device; 51/4-inch or 31/2-inch with mounting frames Detachable, two-position height;...
Page 104: Power Supply
Power Supply Type Input ranges Maximum outputs Frequency Cables Environmental Requirements Condition Temperature Humidity (non-condensing) Altitude Maximum wet bulb Acoustical noise 200 Watt, UL478/ TUV, fan-cooled 90-130 VAC; 180-260 VAC +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;...
Page 105: 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. Microsoft MS-DOS 3.1 and later ® Novell D R D O S Novell NetWare* 2.2, 3.12, and 4.01 Novell NetWare Lite ®...
Page 106: Video Memory And Supported Resolutions
Video Memory and Supported Resolutions Options Available from EPSON Many options for enhancing and supplementing this product are available from EPSON, including the following: Monitors Keyboards Mass storage devices Printers Operating system software Call your nearest marketing location for more information on specific options.
Page 107: Hard Disk Drive Types
Hard Disk Drive Types Your computer comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature. When you select in SETUP, the system detects the type of hard disk drive you have installed and fills in the drive information using values in the following table. Hard disk drive types size* (MB) Type...
Page 108 Hard disk drive types (continued) Actual formatted size may be slightly different from size on drive label; you cannot change thisvalue. A - 9 Specifications...
Page 109: Drive Option Information
Drive Option lnformation Hard disk drive options for 1-inch IDE drives Select 1 or none for the precomp value. If neither of these optionsare available, select the maximum available precomp value. A-10 Specifications...
Page 110: Dma Assignments
CS (cable selection) can also be jumpered for any configuration. When CS isused, the drive is a master if pin 28 is grounded or a slave if pin 28 is not grounded. DMA Assignments Level Assigned device DMAO Reserved (S-bit) DMA1 Reserved (S-bit) DMA2...
Page 111: Hardware Interrupts
Hardware Interrupts IRQ no. Function IRQO Timeout 0 (internal connection) IRQI Keyboard IRQ2 Cascade IRQ 9 IRQ3 Serial port 2 IRQ4 Serial port 1 IRQ5 Parallel port 2 IRQ6 Diskette drive controller IRQ7 Parallel port 1 I R Q 8 R e a l - t i m e c l o c k IRQ9 Available...
Page 112: System Memory Map
System Memory Map FFFFFFh FF0000h 100000h 0F0000h 0C8000h 0C0000h 0A0000h 000000h Memory to relocate BIOS System memory on board Available VGA BIOS ROM Display memory Conventional system memory: 640KB 16MB (Maximum system memory) 640KB Specifications A-13...
Page 113: System I/O Address Map
System l/O Address Map Hex address 000 - 01 F 020 - 03F 022 - 024 040 - 05F 060 - 06F 070 - 07F(CMOS) 080 - 09F 0A0 - 0BF 0C0-0DF OF8 - OFF 1 FO - 1 F8 200 - 207 278 - 27F 2B0 - 2DF...
Page 114 System I/O addressmap (continued) Hex address Assigned device 390 - 393 Cluster 3A0 - 3AF SDLC, bisynchronous 2 3B0 - 3BF Monochrome display and printerport 3CO-3CF Enhanced 3DO-3DF Color graphics monitor adapter 3F0 - 3F7 Diskette drive controller 3F8 - 3FF Serial port 1 6E2, 6E3 Data acquisition (adapter 1)
Page 115: Connector Pin Assignments
Connector Pin Assignments Parallelport connectorpin assignments (CN5) Serial port connector pin assignments (CN6 and CN7) A-16 Specifications...
Page 116 Glossary 486SLC33,SLC2-50 Processor chips specifically designed for high-performance systems. The chips are fully compatible with the i486 instruction set, and include a 1KB instruction/ data cache. AUTOEXEC.BAT file A batch file that MS-DOS executes automatically each time you turn on or reset the computer. This file contains startup commands that tell the computer what to do each time you turn it on.
Page 117 Central Processing Unit. The integrated circuit (chip) responsible for integrating program instructions, performing calculations, and controlling all input and output operations. Driver A program that controls a specific piece of equipment in the system. Examples of drivers include expanded memory managers, display drivers, printer drivers, and mouse drivers.
Page 118 Memory module A small circuit board, commonly called a SIMM (single in line memory module), that contains surface-mounted memory chips. You can add memory modules to the main system board to expand your computer’s memory. Microprocessor A CPU chip, such as the 486SLC. See also Numeric coprocessor See Coprocessor.
Page 119 Read Only Memory. The portion of the computer’s memory that contains permanent instructions and cannot be modified. Unlike RAM, ROM retains its contents even after you turn off the computer. See also RS-232C A standard serial interface. The computer has a connector that lets you attach an RS-232C-compatible device to your computer.
Page 120 Index AC power inlet, 1-5, 1-7, 5-3 Addresses, memory, 1-12, 1-16, A-14-15 Analog connector, 1-5 Application programs compatibility, A-6 copy protected, 2-5 display problems, 5-6 exiting, 1-9, 2-4 installing, 1-18 problems, 5-9-10 requiring slow speed, 1-15, 2-5 stopping, 2-3 timing requirements, 2-5 Auto-sensing feature, 1-13, A-2, AUTOEXEC.BAT file, 5-2 Back panel...
Page 121 Configuration changing, 1-10-11, 1-17 drive, 4-19 errors, 1-11 files, 3-22, 5-2 memory, 3-10 SIMM, 1-14, 3-10 system, 5-1-2 Connecting keyboard, 1-4 modem, 1-6 monitor, 1-5 mouse, 1-4 power cords, 1-5, 1-7, 3-2, 3-4 printer, 1-6 Connector analog, 1-5 DB-9P, 1-6 hard disk drive, 4-5-7 keyboard, 1-4, 1-15 pin assignments, A-16...
Page 122 Diskette drive (continued) installing, 4-1-20 latch, 2-3, 5-6 power cable, 4-1 1-12 problems, 5-7 protective card, 1-7 release button, 2-2-3 removing, 4-12-14 types, 4-1, 4-4, A-3 Display adapter defining type, 1-14-15 disabling VGA adapter, 3-8 jumper settings, 5-6 Display option, 1-14 DRAM video chips, 3-18-20, A-1 Drivers mouse, 1-4, 5-5...
Page 123 Hard disk drive (continued) defining, 1-13-14, A-8-10 errors, 5-8 formatting, 5-8-9 indicator light, 1-8 installing, Intro-3,4-1-20 jumpers, 4-2-3, 5-8, A-11 master, 4-3, A-11 parameters, A-10 physical format, 5-8-9 power cable, 4-7-8, 4-11, 4-14, 4-16-17, 4-19 problems, 5-8-9 slave, 4-3, A-11 types, 4-1, 4-4, A-8-10 user-defined, 1-14 Hardware interrupts, A-12...
Page 124 Local bus video, Intro-1-2, A-2 Low-level format, 5-8 Main system board, 3-5, 3-7, 3-10, 4-5 Mass storage, Intro-1, Intro-3,4-1, A - 3 - 4 Master drive, 4-3, A-11 Math coprocessor, Intro-4, 1-12, 3-20-21, A-1 MDA (monochrome display adapter), 1-15 Memory addresses, 1-12, 1-16, A-13 banks (SIMMs), 3-10 checking system, 1-14...
Page 125 Operating system compatibility, A-6 diskette, 1-7, 2-4 installing, 1-17 MS-DOS, 1-9, 3-8 performance, 3-1 reloading, 2-4 version number, 5-2 Optical drive, Intro-3,4-1, 4-10 Option cards 16-bit, Intro-1 connector board, 3-5 DIP switches, 5-11 guidelines for using, 3-15 installing, Intro-2-4, 3-15-17 jumpers, 3-15, 5-11 problems, 5-11 removing, 3-8, 3-18...
Page 126 RAM, A-1 shadow, Intro-1-2, 1-16, A-1 standard, Intro-1, 1-14, A-1 video, A-1 Read/ write errors, 5-9 slot, 2-3 README.TXT, Intro-2, 1-18 Real-time clock, 1-12, A-2 Release button, diskette, 2-2-3 Relocate memory option, 1-16 Repairing files, 5-7 Replacing cover, 3-4 Reserved memory, 1-12 RESET button, 1-8, 2-4 Resetting computer, Intro-4, 1-15;...
Page 127 Switches DIP, 5-1 1 voltage selector, 1-2-3 System BIOS, Intro-2, 1-10, 5-1-2, A-1 board, 3-5, 3-7, 3-10, 4-5 booting, 1-11, 1-14, 1-17 checking memory, 1-14 configuration, 5-1-2 identifying, 5-1 memory, Intro-1-2, 1-10, 1-14, 1-16, 3-10, A-1, A-13 startup information, 5-2 System options auto-sensing feature, 1-13 cache, 1-16...
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Epson ActionTower 2000 User Manual

Introduction

Chapter I Setting up Your-System

Chapter 2 Using Your Computer

Chapter 3 Installing and Removing Options

Chapter 4 Lnstalling and Removing Drives

Chapter 5

Appendix A Specifications

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