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    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. Exit to Windows Program Manager by clicking on the EXIT button
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    : (714) 252-2822 Paramount Interactive Lenny's MusicToonsTMgame software on CD Technical support: (415) 813-8030 Fax: (415) 813-8045 This update tells hard disk drive and how to create buttons for them in the EPSON® FocalPoint TM Windows environment program. See your Read This First booklet
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    the MPCCHESS directory. 7. In the File Name box, select setup. exe. Then select OK. 8. You see the Battle Chess installation screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to accept the suggested directory and select Continue. 9. The installation program copies the files from the CD to your hard disk
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    D : to identify your CD-ROM drive. 6. In the File Name box, select install. exe. Then select OK. 7. You see the program's installation screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the program and continue. 3
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    8. 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. 9. You see a prompt
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    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
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    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. Copyright © 1994 by Epson America, Inc. Torrance, California
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    OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and without notice. TRADE MARKS EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc General
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    in this User'S Guide, do not attempt to service the computer yourself. • Unplug the computer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. • If you plan to use the computer in Germany, observe
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    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
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    Drivers 2 Optional Equipment 3 Memory 3 Video Memory 3 Microprocessor 3 Drives 3 Math Coprocessor 4 How to Use This Manual 4 Where to Get Help 5 CompuServe On-line Support 6 Chapter I Setting Up Your-System Unpacking Your Computer 1-1 Setting the Voltage Selector Switch 1-2 Connecting
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    Exiting SETUP 1-17 Post-SETUP Procedures 1-17 Chapter 2 Using Your Computer Working Comfortably 2-1 Inserting and Removing Disks 2-2 Stopping a Command or Program 2-3 Resetting the Computer 2-4 Changing the Processor Speed 2-5 Chapter 3 Installing and Removing Options Removing
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    Battery Problems Appendix A Specifications CPU and Memory Controllers Interfaces Mass Storage Keyboard SETUP Program Physical Characteristics Power Supply Environmental Requirements Tested Operating Environments Video Memory and Supported Resolutions . . . Options Available from EPSON
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    Glossary Index EPSON U.S. and International Marketing Locations . . . Vlll
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    lntroduction Your new EPSON® computer provides the following features: Cyrix®486SLC-33 or compatible option slots Space for up to seven mass storage devices (four externally accessible and three internal) Support for up to two IDE hard disk drives and two diskette drives (or one diskette drive and
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    The 486SLC microprocessor in this computer is i486SX instruction set compatible. It features a 32-bit internal/ 16-bit external data as described in Chapter 1. To obtain drivers for additional applications, call the EPSON Connection SM or access the Epson America Forum on CompuServe@. 2 Introduction
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    came with 512KB, you can increase it to 1024KB (lMB), which allows you to use higher resolutions with more colors. Microprocessor Your system supports one of the following microprocessors: 486SLC-33 486SLC2-50. Drives Your system can hold up to seven mass storage devices, including hard disk drives
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    manual contains the information you need to get the best results from your computer. You do not have to read everything; check the following chapter summaries. Chapter 1 provides simple instructions troubleshooting tips. Appendix A lists the specifications of your computer. At the end of this manual
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    to the support staff. See Chapter 5 for more information. If you purchased your computer outside the United States or Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service. International marketing locations are listed at the end of this manual
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    information. CompuServe On-line Support The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, tables for DIP switch or jumper settings, and bulletins for EPSON products is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are not currently a member of CompuServe
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    Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter briefly describes how to set up your computer. It includes the following information: Unpacking your computer Setting the voltage selector switch Connecting the computer components Turning the computer on and off Running the SETUP program Post-SETUP
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    these devices before you connect your computer. See Chapters 3 and 4 for instructions. Setting the Voltage Selector Switch Your system is powered by a 200 Watt back panel. 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
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    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,
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    MOUBE port, or you may damage your system. You must install a mouse driver if your system has not been preconfigured. See your mouse manual for instructions. (If you are using Windows, the installation program automatically loads a mouse driver for Windows applications.) 1-4 Setting Up Your System
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    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: 1. There should be two cables provided with your monitor: the monitor cable (to connect it to the computer) and the
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    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: 1. Plug the connector end of the printer
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    an appropriate grounded electrical outlet. Turning On the Computer Before you turn on your computer, be sure to read the Important Safety Instructions at the beginning of this manual. Follow these steps to turn on your system : 1. If there is a protective card in the diskette drive, remove it now
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    4. Press the power button located on the left side of the front panel, as shown below. power button reset button drive bays 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. This is a series of
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    to start like this, you will see the MS-DOS operating prompt, such as C: \ > or A: \>, each time you turn on the computer. Follow the instructions in the "Running the SETUP Program" section to configure your system using the SETUP program. Turning Off the Computer Whenever you turn off your system
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    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: Current date and time Type of diskette drive(s)
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    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: Press the F1 key to continue, F2 to run the setup utility If you see this message, press F2 to run SETUP to correct your configuration. The table below lists the
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    Displaying System lnformation SETUP provides a system information screen which lists the following: Processor type Coprocessor type (if one is installed) Reserved memory BIOS version number Addresses for video mode, serial ports, and printer ports. To see this information, press F2 from either of
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    are using an older drive or a preformatted drive, it may not support the auto-sensing feature. If the SETUP program displays drive parameters that reformat the disk. See "Defining your own drive type" below for instructions. Using the auto-sensing feature To allow the computer to automatically detect
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    `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: 1. Move the cursor to Hard Disk 1 or 2 and press
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    Video display type options Select If 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
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    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 PgUp o r PgDn to
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    is not preconfigured. Make sure your hard disk drive is partitioned and formatted for the operating system you plan to install. See your operating system manual for instructions. Setting Up Your System 1-17
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    software you plan to use. See your application program manuals for instructions. You may also want to install the optional extended A : \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. 1-18 Setting Up Your System
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    to horizontal as possible. Vary your posture often and take frequent breaks. Stand up, stretch, and move around. Use a good chair. Make sure your chair supports your lower back. A chair with padded armrests lets you rest your arms as you work. Keep your copy stand at the same eye level as
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    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
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    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/
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    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
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    If resetting the computer does not correct the problem, you probably need to turn it off and on again. specific timing requirements and can run only at the slower speed. See your application software manual to determine if this is the case. Some copy-protected programs require the computer to run
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    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. The speed setting remains in effect until
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    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
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    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: 1. Turn off the computer and then any peripheral devices (including the monitor and printer). 2.
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    5. Grasp the sides of the cover and pull it straight back, until it clears the computer. 6. Set the cover aside. 7. 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
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    Replacing the Cover When you are ready to replace the computer's cover, follow these steps: 1. Make sure all the internal components are installed properly. 2. Check all ribbon cable connections, especially those that might have been loosened during your work. 3. Make sure all ribbon cables are out
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    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 3-5
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    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. 3-6 Installing and Removing Options
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    in the following tables to change jumper settings, if necessary. Note Any jumpers not listed in the following tables are for service purposes only. Do not change their settings. Miscellaneous jumper settings Jumper Jumper number setting Function J3 1-2 Enables VGA IRQ OFF* Disables
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    Miscellaneous jumper settings (continued) * Factory setting ** MSDOS to automatically reassign parallel and serial ports. Built-in VGA jumper settings Built-in VGA J1 Enable 1-2* Disable Off * Factory setting J2 1-2* I Off Note To use an external display adapter in an expansion slot,
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    not to bend the jumper pins or damage any components on the main system board. 4. Replace any option cards you removed. See page 3-15 for instructions. Installing and Removing Options 3-9
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    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
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    bay bracket to access the SIMM sockets. (If there is a drive mounted in this bracket, you'll need to remove it first; see Chapter 4 for instructions.) Remove the four screws that hold the bracket to the back of the system, as shown below. 3. Rest the computer on its side, so that
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    computer. 5. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in the slot. Then tilt it upright, as shown in the following illustration, 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
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    bay bracket to access the SIMM sockets. (If there is a drive mounted in this bracket, you'll need to remove it first; see Chapter 4 for instructions.) Remove the four screws that hold the bracket to the back of the system, as shown on page 3-11. 4. Set the computer down on its
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    5. 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. 6. Remove the SIMM from the socket 7. If necessary, follow the same procedure to remove other SIMMs. 3-14 Installing and Removing
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    install do not exceed the power supply limitations. See your option card manual(s) for the power requirements. Then check Appendix A for the option slot switches or jumpers on the card, if necessary. (See the option card instructions.) Also, see if you need to change any jumper settings on the
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    you remove the option card later.) 3. Unpack the option card and carefully adjust any switches or jumpers on it, if necessary. (Check the option card instructions.) 3-16 Installing and Removing Options
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    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. You should feel
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    or 80ns. Additional video memory is useful for running graphics-intensive applications or for supporting high resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 in 16 colors (interlaced) on your monitor. See Appendix how to install video memory chips, contact the EPSON Connection. 3-18 Installing and Removing Options
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    sockets on the main system board, shown on page 3-6. 2. 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
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    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 manual that came with it, or follow these steps: 1. Use the illustration on page 3-6 to locate the processor socket
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    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 5. Replace any option cards you removed. See page 3-15 for instructions. 6. Replace any drive ribbon cables you disconnected. Then replace the computer's cover.
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    , 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. 3-22 Installing and Removing Options
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    install and remove optional drives in your computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including hard disk drives, a 3.5-inch, full-height drive Note The main system board in your computer supports up to two diskette drives (or one diskette drive and one tape drive
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    cards to access the drive bays. Once you have installed the drive, replace any option cards you removed. See Chapter 3 for instructions. Follow the appropriate instructions in this chapter to install and remove drives: Set the IDE hard disk drive jumpers Remove mounting frames Install a drive in the
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    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. Removing Mounting Frames If you
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    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
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    3. 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. The ribbon cable
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    5. 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. 6. Make sure the holes in the ribbon cable connector fit over the pins in the system board connector; then push in the
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    carry Y cables. 10. 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. Installing and Removing Drives 4- 7
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    Removing a Drive From the Front Internal Drive Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from the front internal drive bay: 1. Remove the drive and power cables from the back of the drive. 2. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the drive bay. There are two screws on each side of the drive.
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    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. lnstalling a Drive in a n Edema I Drive Bay Follow these steps to install a drive in an externally accessible drive bay: 1. Remove the slot
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    came with the drive 4. 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. If you are installing a diskette or tape drive, use the
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    in the connector. 6. 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. Installing and Removing Drives 4-11
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    Removing a Drive From an External Drive Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from an externally accessible drive bay: 1. Disconnect the drive and power cables from the back of the drive you will remove. 4-12 Installing and Removing Drives
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    2. 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. 3. 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. Push the slot cover into
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    be installing your first IDE hard disk drive, you need to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cable to the main system board; see the instructions on page 4-5. 3. Remove the four screws securing the rear internal drive bay bracket to the computer's back panel. Then slide the bracket out of the
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    4. Place the bracket; drive on your work surface as shown in the illustration below. 5. 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
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    the connector. 10 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. 4-16 Installing and Removing Drives
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    Removing a Drive From the RearInternal Drive Bay Follow these steps to remove a drive from the rear internal drive bay: 1. Remove the drive ribbon cable and power cable from the back of each drive in the rear internal bay. 2. If you will be removing your only IDE hard disk drive, disconnect the hard
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    13. Remove the four screws securing the drive bay bracket to the computer's back panel. Then slide the bracket out of the computer 4. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the bracket and slide the drive out of the bracket. 4-18 Installing and Removing Drives
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    to the back panel with the four screws you removed earlier. 6. 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. 7. When you are finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer
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    4-20 Installing and Removing Drives
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    can correct most problems by adjusting a cable connection, repeating a software procedure, or resetting the computer. The troubleshooting suggestions in this the problem, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer. See "Where to Get Help" in the introduction of this manual for instructions. Identifying
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    your software application starts, it usually displays a version number on the banner screen. Also, you can check your software manual. At the MS-DOS prompt, type TYPE C: \C O N F I G. SYS and press Enter to see your AUTOEXEC.BAT file, which contains your system startup commands. 5-2 Troubleshooting
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    . You may have installed a SIMM incorrectly. If the system doesn't detect memory, it won't start. Check that your SIMM(s) are securely installed in their sockets. Troubleshooting 5-3
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    does not respond. Try turning the computer off, wait 20 seconds, and turn it on again. Keyboard Problems The screen displaysa keyboard error message when you turn on or reset the computer. Make sure the keyboard is type on the keyboard. See "The Computer Does Not Respond," above. 5-4 Troubleshooting
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    came with your mouse and Chapter 1 for instructions. (The Windows installation program automatically installs a mouse driver for Windows applications.) Monitor Problems There is no display on the screen. Check screen, make sure the monitor is securely connected to the computer. Troubleshooting 5- 5
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    on. If the light turns on, your monitor may be faulty. Diskette Problems You see a diskette error message. Reinsert the diskette, making sure you insert a double-density drive If reinserting the diskette does not solve the problem, insert the diskette in another diskette drive of the same type. If
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    is form atted. See your operating system documentation for instructions on formatting diskettes. You may have a defective diskette use special utilities or diagnostics to solve this problem. Diskette Drive Problems A newly installed diskette drive is not working EPSON Servicer. Troubleshooting 5- 7
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    partitioned and formatted the drive correctly for your operating system. 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
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    from the action of commands disk may have a physical problem. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer. Software Problems The application program does not contact your software manufacturer. The application program is having trouble reading a key disk. You may be running an Troubleshooting 5-9
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    requirements. If necessary, add memory modules using the instructions in Chapter 3. Printer Problems The printer does not work at all. Check that application program. The printer prints garbled information. Check the printer manual for the printer's correct DIP switch or control panel settings. Also
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    Option Card Problems A newly installed option card is not working correctly. Make sure the . Make sure you are using the proper cable to connect the device to the card. Memory Module Problems The memory count displayed by the power-on diagnostics program is incorrect. You may have installed the SIMMs
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    it is convenient for you to have it serviced. If the error message refers to your to enabled. See Chapter 3. Internal Battery Problems The screen displays an error message prompting you instructions. Then, keep your system running for several hours to recharge the NiCad battery. 5-12 Troubleshooting
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    DRAM on main system board; expandable to 1024KB (1MB) using four 4 x 4 x 256 DIP-type DRAM chips Shadow RAM Supports shadowing of system and video BIOS ROM into RAM Memory relocation Supports relocation of 128KB of memory from A0000h to BFFFFh Cache 1KB of internal cache Math coprocessor
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    1280 x 1024 in 16 colors (interlaced) with 1MB of video RAM Controller on main system board supports two diskette drives or one diskette drive and one tape drive IDE interface on main system board supports up to two IDE hard disk drives with built-in controller; BIOS provides hard disk auto-sensing
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    Keyboard Mouse Optional port Option slots Speaker 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; can control
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    Hard disk drives Otherdevices 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 Keyboard Detachable, two-position height; 101 or 102 sculpted keys;
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    Power Supply Type Input ranges Maximum outputs Frequency Cables 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; five to mass storage devices Environmental Requirements
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 105
    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 IBM® OS/ 2 SCO®
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 106
    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
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 107
    Hard Disk Drive Types Your computer comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature. When you select AUTO DETECT 1 or 2 for your hard disk type 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
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    Hard disk drive types (continued) * Actual formatted size may be slightly different from size on drive label; you cannot change thisvalue. Specifications A - 9
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    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
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 110
    * 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 DMAO DMA1 DMA2 DMA3 DMA4 DMA5 DMA6 DMA7 Assigned device Reserved (S-bit) Reserved (S-bit) FDD controIler(S-bit
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 111
    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 IRQ8 Real-time clock I IRQ9 Available IRQI0 Available IRQ11
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    System Memory Map FFFFFFh Memory to relocate BIOS FF0000h 100000h System memory on board 0F0000h 0C8000h 0C0000h 0A0000h Available VGA BIOS ROM Display memory Conventional system memory: 640KB 16MB (Maximum system memory) 1MB 640KB 000000h Specifications A-13
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 113
    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 OF0 OF1 OF8 - OFF 1 FO - 1 F8 200 - 207 278 - 27F 2B0 - 2DF 2E1 2E2, 2E3 2F8 - 2FF 300 - 31 F 360 - 363 368 - 368 378 - 37F 380 - 38F Assigned device DMA controller 1,
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - 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 graphicsadapter 3DO-3DF Color graphics monitor adapter 3F0 - 3F7 Diskette drive controller 3F8 - 3FF Serial
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    Connector Pin Assignments Parallelport connectorpin assignments (CN5) Serial port connector pin assignments (CN6 and CN7) A-16 Specifications
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - 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
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 117
    CPU 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
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - 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 CPU. Numeric
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - 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 R A M . RS-232C A standard serial interface. The
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 120
    CMOS RAM, 1-10, 3-8, A-2 Color monitor, 1-15 Colors, supported, 3-18, A-2, A-7 COMn, 1-3, 1-6, 3-7 Command prompt, 1-10, 1-17 Components damaging, 3-3 internal, 3-5 CompuServe on-line support, Intro-6 Computer features, Intro-1-4 physical characteristics, A-4 problems, 5-3-4 CONFIG.SYS, 5-2 Index 1
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 121
    , 5-12 hard disk drive, 3-8, A-2 jumpers, 5-12 parallel port, A-2 problems, 5-12 VGA, A-2 Coprocessor, math installing, 3-20-2 1 type, Intro 12, A-1 specifications, A-1 speed, see Processor speed Ctrl Alt, 2-5-6 Customer support, Intro-5-6 Cylinder value, hard disk drive, 1-14, A-8-10 Cyrix 486SLC,
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    drive, 5-7 hard disk drive, 5-8 keyboard, 5-4 read/ write, 5-9 software, 5-9-10 Expansion slots, I/O, A-3 Extended memory, 1-16, A-13 External device problems, 5-11 display adapter, 3-8 drive bays, 4-9-14 F Factory default settings, 1-17, 3-8 Fast processor speed, 1-15,2-5, A-1 Files AUTOEXEC.BAT
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 123
    , 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 Height, computer, A-4 Help screen, SETUP, 1-11 Help
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 124
    -12 insufficient, 5-9-10 map, A-13 NetWare requirements, 5-10 OS/ 2 requirements, 5-10 problems, 5-11 RAM, Intro-1-2, I-14, 1-16,3-10, A-1 relocate option, 1-16 removing ( coprocessor, Intro-4, 1-12, 3-20-21, A-1 keypad, 1-15,2-5, 5-5 0 On-line support, Intro-6 Operating procedures, Intro-4 Index 5
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 125
    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 video, 1-14 Option slots, Intro-1, 3-15-18, A-3 Optional equipment, Intro-2-4, 3-1, A-7 OS/2 memory requirements, 5-10 Outlet
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 126
    , 3-16-18 Slow processor speed, 1-15,2-5, 5-9, 5-11, A-1 Slow refresh option, 1-17 Speaker, A-3 Specifications, A-1-16 Speed, see Processor speed Speed indicator light, 1-8, 2-5 Stopping a command or program, 2-3-4 Support, Intro-5-6 SVGA, see VGA Index 7
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 127
    shadow RAM, 1-16 slow refresh, 1-16 T Tape drive, Intro-3,4-1, 4-10, A-4 Technical support, Intro-5-6 Time, setting, 1-8, 1-12 Timing requirements, application programs, 2-5 Troubleshooting, 5-1-12 True Color support, Intro-1, A-7 Turning off computer, 1-9, 3-2 Turning on computer, 1-7 U UNIX memory
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 128
    DirectSM P.O. Box 2858 20770 Madrona Avenue Torrance, CA 90509-1111 Tel: (800) 374-7300 (Technical support and sales) (310) 782-5478 (Sales) Fax: (310) 782-4455 (Technical support and sales) Epson America (lnternational) Epson Latin America Miami, FL, U.S.A Tel: (305) 265-0092 Fax: (305) 265-0097
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 129
    Hong Kong Ltd. 25/ F., Harbour Centre, 25 Harbour Road Wanchai, Hong Kong Phone: 831-4600 Fax: 572-5792 Telex: 65542 EPSCO HX Epson Electronics Trading Ltd. Taiwan Branch 10F, No. 287, Nanking E. Road, Sec. 3, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Phone: 886-2-717-7360 Free phone: 886-080-211172 Fax: 886-2-712
  • Epson ActionTower 2000 | User Manual - Page 130
    Distributors South America SISCO São Paulo, SP Brazil Tel: (5511) 574-8877 Fax: (5511) 572-1306 Exhibit Computer Bogota, Colombia Tel: (571) 218-2700 Fax: (571) 218-5370 UPEN Computer Systems Bogota, Colombia Tel: (571) 257-7800 Ace Computers &Electronics Georgetown, Guyana Tel: (592) 25-65-48 Fax:
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