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    EPSON® User's Guide a EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER a!3 Printed on recycled paper with at least 10% post consumer content
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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 shall without notice. TRADEMARKS 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 sbcuritb 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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    l Ziehen Sie den Computer heraus, und rufen Sie qualifiziertes Wartungspersonal, wenn eine der folgenden Bedingungen auftritt: Das Netzkabel oder der Netzstecker ist beschadigt; Fltissigkeit ist in den Computer eingetreten; der Computer wurde fallengelassen oder das Gehause ist beschadigt; der
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    Introduction Your new EPSON® computer is a full powered, full featured system that gives you complete access for all your business and home computer needs. And because your computer is
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    the CPU, video, and hard disk drives in standard configurations Three 16-bit, ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) option slots and two PCI option slots supporting up to two PCI bus m aster cards On the slim line computer, space for up to four mass storage devices-three externally accessible and one
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    data transfer (33 MHz) for up to two high-performance PCI cards, such as network adapters and high-speed video cards. The computer supports plug and play technology that automatically configures the resources used by PCI cards, such as interrupt requests and memory addresses. System and video BIOS
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    The PCI auto-configuration utility works with the SETUP program to support PCI option cards. When you turn on the computer after reading a printed version of this manual, see the following chapter summaries to find the sections you need. Chapter 1 provides instructions for setting up your system
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    computer. Chapter 7 contains troubleshooting tips. The Appendix lists the specifications of your computer, including DMA and IRQ assignments. Where to Get Help If you purchased your computer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized
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    at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON. 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. If you need help with a software program that you installed, see
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    If you are not currently a member, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product. This membership entitles you to: 0 An introductory credit on CompuServe 0 Your own user ID and password 0 A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServe's monthly
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    and PCI Expansion Buses System and Video BIOS 3 3 PCI Auto-configuration 4 BIOS Upgrades 4 How to Use This Manual 4 Where to Get Help 5 Electronic Support Services 6 Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System Choosing a Location Setting the Voltage Selector Switch Connecting System Components
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    Chapter 2 Running SETUP and Ins falling Drivers Running SETUP 2-2 Starting the SETUP Program 2-2 Using the System Setup Option 2-3 Using the Fixed Disk Setup Option . . . . 2-5 Using the Advanced System Setup Options 2-8 Setting the Boot Options 2-12 Selecting the Security Setup
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    Chapter 4 Installing and Removing Options Removing the Cover 4-2 Replacing the Cover 4-5 Locating the Internal Components 4-6 Locating the System Board Components 4-8 Changing the Jumper Settings 4-9 Setting the Jumpers 4-10 Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs 4-12 Inserting SIMMs 4-13 Removing
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    Problems 7-6 Mouse Problems 7-6 Monitor Problems 7-7 Diskette Problems 7-9 Diskette Drive Problems 7-10 Hard Disk Drive Problems 7-10 CD-ROM Drive Problems 7-12 Password Problems 7-13 Software Problems 7-13 Printer or Scanner Problems 7-15 Option Card Problems 7-16 Memory Module Problems
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    Resolutions and Colors A-9 Hard Disk Drive Information A-10 DMA Assignments A-11 Hardware Interrupts A-12 System I/O Address Map A-12 Connector Pin Assignments A-14 Options Available From EPSON A-15 Tested Operating Environments A-15 Glossary Index xi
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    how to set up your computer, if you have not already done so. Note If you are reading this manual online, you have already set up your computer using the instructions in your User's Digest. This chapter describes the following procedures: 0 Choosing a location 0 Setting the voltage selector switch
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    Read the "Important Safety Instructions" at the beginning of this manual for more information about choosing a suitable environment for your system. Also read "Working Comfortably" in Chapter 3 for guidelines on creating a comfortable and safe working environment.
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    To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switch to the left to select 110 VAC or to the right to select 220 VAC. Connecting System Components Use these illustrations to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, and other devices. The icons
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    Tower computer VGA monitor printer (parallel device) serial 2 Serial1 mouse keyboard power inlet voltage selector switch 'AC outlet Connecting a Keyboard or Mouse Refer to the illustration under "Connecting System Components" as you connect your keyboard and mouse. m To connect a keyboard, hold
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    Caution Although the connectors and ports for the mouse and keyboard are physically identical, they cannot be used interchangeably. Be sure to plug the connectors into the correct ports or you may dam age your system. Connecting a Monitor Refer to the illustration under "Connecting System Components
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    4. If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them. caution Before you plug the monitor's power cord into the back of your computer, make sure the monitor's power requirements do not exceed 2 Amps (for 110 volt operation) or 1 Amp (for 220 volt operation). 5. Plug the monitor's power cord into
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    device. Your computer has one multi-mode parallel port and two serial ports. To connect a printer or other peripheral device, follow the appropriate instructions in this section. Using the printer (parallel device) port You can connect any parallel device into the computer's parallel port, but the
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    correct DMA channel; check your parallel device documentation for the DMA channel you should use. Then see "Changing the Jumper Settings" in Chapter 4 for instructions on setting jumpers. If you have a printer, a modem, or other device with a serial interface, you can connect it to one of the serial
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    you're ready to turn on the power. Caution Before you turn on your system, be sure to read the "Important Safety Instructions" at the beginning of this manual to ensure that you have created a safe working environment. 1. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other devices connected to the computer
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    SPEED light Slimline computer hard disk access light POWER light (HDD) drive bays I RESET button Tower computer I diskette drive RESET button POWER button POWER light SPEED light hard disk access light (HDD) drive bays 1-10 Setting Up Your System
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    system. You may want to run the SETUP program to adjust power saving features or set a password. See "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions. Turning Off the Computer Whenever you turn off your system, follow these steps: 1. Save your data, exit any application programs, and exit or shut
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    Chapter 2 Running SETUP and Installing Drivers Your computer has a configuration program, called SETUP, contained within the BIOS ROM (basic input/ output system read-only memory) chip on the system board. The BIOS ROM also contains default configuration settings for your hardware configuration,
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    and see an error message followed by this message: Press to resume, to run SETUP Press Del to run SETUP and correct the problem SETUP displays the Main Menu, which allows you to select various options to identify your system's configuration and then save your new values. You can
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    The table below lists some of the keys you can use to perform SETUP operations. SETUP function keys Press L I'lt f L Home or End F1 or Alt H PgUp or PgDn or + F5 c F6 F10 c Enter c Esc To Move the cursor to the next or previous modifiable option Move the cursor to the top or bottom of the menu or
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    The System Setup options are described in the table below. System Setup options Option Settings Description System Time System Date hh:mm:ss mmm dd, yyyy Sets the time and date for the computer's real-time clock: once set, you do not need to change the settings except to adjust the time for
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    make sure you disable the on-board SVGA controller by setting jumper JP2 to position 2-3; see "Changing the Jumper Settings" in Chapter 4 for instructions. (2) If the System memory and Extended memory values are not correct, check that the SlMMs are installed correctly, as described in "Installing
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    and sets the remaining options on the screen. Some older drives may not support the auto-sensing feature. If the drive parameters displayed on the screen need to define your own drive parameters (see the next section for instructions). You may also need to set the remaining options on the screen,
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    do not; check the drive documentation. The 32 Bit I/O option sets the I/O transfer rate for data read from the disk. If your drive supports 32-bit I/O transfers, select Enabled; the default setting is Disabled (16-bit transfers). Defining your own drive parameters If the parameters for your hard
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    ), cache memory, shadow memory, the advanced chipset, and PCI devices. Your system can automatically configure many of these options for you to avoid configuration problems. The Plug & Play O/S option is set to Yes at the factory. The Reset Configuration Data option is set to Yes at the factory. The
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    The Integrated Peripherals optionsaredescribedin the table below. Integrated peripherals options Option L COM 1 COM 2 t LPT port Settings 3F8, IRQ 4 * (COM1) 2F8, IRQ 3 * (COM2) 338, IRQ 4 238, IRQ 3 3E8, IRQ 4 2E8, IRQ 3 2E8, IRQ 4 2E0, IRQ 3 220, IRQ 4 228, IRQ 3 Auto Disabled 378, IRQ 7 * 278,
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    Configuring cache memory Enabling external cache memory improves system performance, especially in large data retrieval and processing environments. It's a good idea to use the default settings for all your Memory Cache options unless you have a specific reason for changing them. The table below
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    Configuring shadow memory You can enable video BIOS shadowing or configure specific option ROM shadow blocks by selecting the Memory Shadow option. Note Shadowing for the system BIOS is always enabled. For the best system performance, always set the Video BIOS shadow option to Enabled (the default
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    Configuring PCI devices Select PCI Devices from the Advanced System Setup screen to configure the devices connected to the PCI option slots in your computer. These options need to be set only if you installed older PCI devices that do not follow PCI version 2.0 specifications. Note If you installed
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    system from drive C * Default setting Note If you set Boot sequence to C: only, you will not be able to start your system when there is a problem with your hard disk drive. If you set the Boot sequence option to C: only, you should disable the Floppy check option so the system doesn
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    to the system. This allows you to restrict access to the computer's diskette drives or the virus protection features. See the next sections for instructions on selecting the type of password prompting you want, and on entering, changing, or deleting passwords. Note If both a Supervisor password and
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    . Don't type any characters in these fields. 3. Then delete the Supervisor password the same way. If you forget your password, see "Password Problems" in Chapter 7. Using the virus protection features The Diskette access option lets you restrict access to your diskette drives based on the password
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    If you select Supervisor for this option (the default setting), you can access the diskette drives only if you enter the Supervisor password when you start your system. If you start the system with a User password, you see an error message when you try to access the diskette drive. If you select
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    Setting the Green PC Features Select Green PC Features from the Main Menu to view the Green PC Features screen. The options on this screen allow you to control the computer's Energy Star compliant, power-saving features described in the table below. (For more information on the Green PC features,
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    : Standard monitors activity of the vertical and horizontal sync signals and VESA DPMS monitors any VESA DPMS activity APM SMI Function Support (2) Enabled * Disabled Enables or disables the APM (Advanced Power Management) interface which handles system activity detection from Windows VGA Access
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    the device using each IRQ is listed on the screen and varies depending on your configuration cause errors in some applications. If you have problems, you may want to disablethe Hard Disk Standby Timer option (Disabled is the default setting). (2) APM enhances your system's power-saving abilities by
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    Values to CMOS Description Loads the factory default settings stored in ROM back into CMOS: if you change your configuration using SETUP and then have problems, you can load ROM values to boot the system and start over Loads the current values stored in CMOS for all SETUP options: ignores any
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    order to install the drivers, you need to create install diskettes using the utility program on your computer. See the User's Digest for instructions. Once you create the diskettes, you can install drivers for these programs: 0 MS-DOS 0 Microsoft Windows 0 Microsoft Windows NT 0 IBM® OS/2® versions
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    : and press Enter to log onto drive A. 4. Type INSTALL and press Enter. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the PCI IDE drivers on your hard disk. Note Not all hard disk ATA-2 specifications. To find out whether your drive supports ATA-2, see the drive documentation or contact the
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    See the User's Digest for instructions on using the diskette creation utility included with your computer. For instructions on installing and configuring the video as they become available, contact the EPSON Connection or access one of EPSON's electronic support services. See "Where to Get Help"
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    by repetitive motions or too much time spent in one position. If you follow the guidelines in this section, you may avoid these problems and actually increase your productivity. Take a few minutes to read this section for suggestions about: 0 Using the right furniture 0 Positioning your monitor
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    be sitting when you use your computer, it's important to have a good chair. An adjustable chair allows you to support your body in the correct position. Make sure the chair supports your lower back; the backrest should fit the curvature of your spine. To reduce fatigue, try to use a chair with
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    Positioning Your Monitor ace the monitor so it is directly in front of you ith the top of the screen slightly below eye level when you are sitting at the computer. You may want to place it on top of the computer or on a stand. Your line of sight to the screen should be about 10 to 20 degrees below
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    For working at the computer, indirect or shielded lighting is best, and it should light your entire office equally. Make sure the lighting is not too bright, because this can make your eyes tired from continually readjusting between the relative dimness of the screen and the bright surroundings. You
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    form good work habits, you shouldn't have to spend too much time thinking about it! Work in a relaxed, natural, upright position and let the chair support you. Your back and neck should be straight with your shoulders down and relaxed. Keep the elbows and hips bent at about a 90 degree angle
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    you can customize this timer and set up additional energy saving features. (See "Setting the Green PC Features" in Chapter 2 for instructions on setting these features.) Three power-saving modes are available: Doze, Standby, and Suspend. Each mode provides progressively increased power conservation
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    read or write to the disk. Note Some hard disk drives do not support power-saving modes. Also, the delay caused by the hard disk drive returning to active mode may cause errors in some applications. If you have problems, you may want to disable any power-saving features for the hard disk drive
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    Inserting and Removing Diskettes To insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the shutter leading into the drive as shown in the following illustrations. Slide the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. 3-8 Using Your Computer
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    the following from the DOS prompt: 0 Press Pause 0 Press Ctrl C 0 Press Ctrl Break. If you are using Windows, press Ctrl Alt Del and follow the instructions on the screen. If these methods do not work, you may need to reset the computer as described below. Do not turn off the computer
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    data. To reset your computer, press Ctrl Alt Del and then follow the instructions on the screen. You can also press the RESET button located on the computer reloads the operating system. If resetting the computer does not correct the problem, you probably need to turn it off and on again. Remove any
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    Using a Password Using SETUP, you can define both a Supervisor level password and a User level password. You can also specify whether a password is required when you start the system. In addition, the password can control who has access to the diskette drives. If you enabled the Password on boot
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    reset the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del. Note If you want to delete your password, you must run the SETUP program and follow the instructions for deleting a password under "Selecting the Security Setup Options" in Chapter 2. If you do not remember your password, see "Password
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    optional equipment such as option cards, and system, video, or cache memory modules, or by upgrading the processor. If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes. This chapter describes the following procedures: 0 Removing
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    Caution Never install options or change jumper settings when the computer is turned on or the power cable is connected to the computer. Removing the Cover You need to remove the computer's cover to install any of the options described here or to install or remove a disk drive (as described in
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    5. Remove the screws securing the cover to the back panel, as shown below. (Save the screws to reinstall later.) The slimline computer has three cover screws and the tower computer has six cover screws. Installing and Removing Options 4-3
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    6. Grasp the sides of the cover and lift it off as shown below. On the slim line computer, lift the cover up at an angle and then pull it off. For the tower computer, pull the cover straight back; then lift it up and off the computer. Slimline Tower computer front bezel Iip 4-4 Installing and
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    on the cover. 4. For the slimline computer, insert the lip at the front of the cover between the front bezel and the computer case; then guide the cover straight down. For the tower computer, squeeze the sides in and slide the cover forward until the lip at the front of the
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    reconnect the power cable to the back of the computer and to an electrical outlet. Locating the Internal Components As you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to the illustrations below to locate the major components inside your computer. option card connector board Slimline computer
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    Tower computer SIMM sockets \ processor / option card connector / board rear internal 1 drive mounting bracket / drive bays power supply Installing and Removing Options 4-7
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    Locating the System Board Components This illustration shows the system-board inside your computer. Use this illustration to locate jumpers, SIMM sockets, external cache sockets, and video memory sockets. s e r i a l 1 m- port port keyboard port JP6 JP2 JP8 JP9 video RAM I sockets U13, U14
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    locate jumpers.) Use the information in this section 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. CPU clock jumper settings CPU clock speed * 50 MHz (for 75 MHz CPU) 60 MHz (for 90 MHz
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    (s). 2. If any option cards are installed in your computer, you may need to remove them to access the jumpers; see "Removing an Option Card" for instructions. 4-10 Installing and Removing Options
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    jumper pins or damage any components on the main system board. 4. Replace any option cards you removed, if necessary; see "Installing an Option Card" for instructions. Installing and Removing Options 4-11
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    Installing Memory Modules (SlMMs) The computer comes with 8MB of RAM standard on two 4MB SIMMs. You can increase the memory up to 128MB using 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, or 64MB SIMMs. The SIMMs must be tin-plated, 72-pin, single- or double-sided, fast-page mode, parity or no-parity type with an
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    you're not sure how to install SIMMs, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. Inserting SlMMs Make sure the your access to the SIMM sockets; see "Removing an Option Card" for instructions. 3. Position the SIMM at an angle over the empty SIMM socket with
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    firmly in the slot. Then tilt it upright, as shown below, guiding the hole at each end of the SIMM over the retaining post at "Changing the Jumper Settings" for instructions. 6. Replace any option cards you removed; see "Installing an Option Card" for instructions. 7. Replace the computer's cover
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    board, next to the processor. 2. Remove any option cards that may be blocking your access to the SIMM sockets; see "Removing an Option Card" for instructions. 3. Use your fingers or a small screwdriver to carefully pull away the tabs that secure the SIMM at each end. The SIMM falls to the side
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    . 7. Replace the computer's cover as described under "Replacing the Cover. "Then see "Post-installation Procedures" for instructions on configuring your computer with your new memory size. Installing an Option Card This section explains how to install option cards in your computer. Your
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    need to change the setting of jumper JP2 on the system board to disable the built-in VGA controller; see "Changing the Jumper Settings" for instructions. Installing a Card in the Slimline Computer (3-slot Side) The option card connector board in the slim line computer has two slots on one side and
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    the option card later.) 3. 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
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    other. Although the illustration shows an ISA card, you can use the same instructions to install a PCI card. Follow these steps to install an option card on slot you are going to use. 3. Hold the card by the top corners and guide it into the slot. Then push the card in firmly (but carefully); you
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    Computer Follow the steps below to install an option card in the tower computer. Although the illustration shows a PCI card, you can use the same instructions for an ISA card. 1. Remove the retaining screw securing the option slot cover to the computer, as shown below. (Keep the screw to secure the
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    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 Then see "Post-installation Procedures" for instructions on configuring your computer with your new option card. Installing and Removing Options 4-
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    see "Post-installation Procedures" for instructions on configuring your computer without your option for running graphics-intensive applications or for supporting high resolutions with many colors. Note that EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. 4-22 Installing and
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    ." The sockets are labeled U13 and U14. 2. If there are any option cards in your way, remove them; see "Removing an Option Card" 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
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    for instructions. 7. Replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover." Then see "Post-installation Procedures" for instructions on Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection and ask for assistance. Note If you have a tower computer, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer to have
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    "Locating the System Board Components." Remove any option cards that are blocking access to the sockets; see "Removing an Option Card" for instructions. Caution To avoid generating static electricity and damaging the cache chips, ground yourself by touching the metal surface on the inside of the
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    4. Remove the cache memory chips in sockets U33-U36 and U40-U43. Use a chip remover or wedge a small screwdriver between the sockets and the chips until you can remove the chips. 5. Inspect each cache memory chip you are going to install; the pins should point inward at slightly less than a 90°
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    you removed; see "Installing an Option Card" for instructions. 12. Replace the internal drive mounting bracket; see "Replacing the Bracket in 're not sure how to install a processor, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection to ask for assistance. Follow these steps to replace the
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    the processor; handle it only by the edges. 2. If there are any option cards in your way, remove them; see "Removing an Option Card" for instructions. 3. To open the socket, locate the handle at the base of the socket. (The handle rests under a plastic tab.) Press the handle down and away
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    closed position. 9. Change the setting of jumper JPl6 to the correct setting for the speed of your new processor; see "Changing the Jumper Settings" for instructions. 10. Replace any option cards you removed; see "Installing an Option Card" for
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    . See "Running SETUP" and "Using the Advanced System Setup Options" in Chapter 2 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. 4-30 Installing and Removing Options
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    here, you should be able to install it the same way. If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes. Follow the instructions in this chapter to do the following: 0 Set the IDE device jumpers 0 Remove the drive mounting
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    may be in your way. Once you have installed the drive, replace any option cards you removed. See "Installing an Option Card" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1 Before you install any IDE devices, be sure to check the device's jumper settings. The jumpers
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    Note Use the primary IDE interface to connected only IDE hard disk drives. You must connect any other type of IDE devices to the secondary IDE interface. Never connect an IDE CD-ROM drive to the same interface used by an IDE hard disk drive. Before you install a drive, identify pin 1 on the drive
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    Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket Your computer has a 3.5-inch diskette drive and a hard disk drive installed in a mounting bracket. In order to install or remove any drives, you must first remove the drive mounting bracket. Follow these steps: 1. Remove the two cables from the diskette drive, as
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    have a larger hard disk drive, you can install it in one of the external drive bays; see "Installing a Drive in an External Drive Bay" for instructions. Installing and Removing Drives in the Slimline Computer 5-5
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    This section includes steps for the following procedures: 0 Installing a hard disk drive in the mounting bracket 0 Replacing the mounting bracket in the computer 0 Connecting the drive cables. Installing the Hard Disk Drive Follow these steps to install a hard disk drive in the mounting bracket: 1.
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    3. Secure the drive with the screws that came with it; you can use two or four screws, depending on the location of the holes in your drive. Replacing the Bracket in the Computer Follow these steps to replace the bracket in your computer: 1. Lower the bracket into the mounting area and slide it
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    Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Cables After you replace the bracket, you need to connect the cables to the hard disk drive. Follow these steps: 1. Locate one of the IDE device cables that are connected to the IDE interfaces on the system board. They are flat cables with a connector at one end and
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    4. Position the connector on the cable so that the red wire aligns with pin 1 on the drive. ire 5. Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. 6. Now locate one of the power supply cables that lead from the power supply. (They have multi-colored
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    7. Position the power supply cable connector so that its notched corners line up with the notched corners of the power supply connector on the hard disk drive. notched corners 8. Make sure the holes fit over all the pins and then push in the connector. 5-10 Installing and Removing Drives in the
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    5. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Installing and Removing Drives in the Slimline Computer 5-11
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    Bracket You may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or for replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive your operating system. Refer to your online help files or your software documentation for instructions. Follow these steps to remove a hard disk drive from the bracket: 1.
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    , be sure its jumper(s) are set correctly for your configuration; see "Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1" in Chapters 5 and 6 for instructions. Before you can install a drive in one of the external bays, you must remove the mounting bracket containing the diskette drive (and possibly
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    This section includes steps for the following procedures: 0 Attaching mounting frames to the drive (if necessary) 0 Installing the drive in the bay 0 Connecting the drive cables. Attaching Mounting Frames to the Drive If you are installing a 3.5-inch wide drive, you need to attach mounting frames to
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    Installing the Drive Follow these steps to install a drive in the upper or lower external drive bay: 1. Using a screwdriver, reach inside the back of the drive bay and insert the screwdriver into one of the holes in the metal plate covering the drive bay slot. Use the screwdriver to bend the plate
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    3. Slide the drive through the slot into the bay until it is flush with the front of the computer. 4. Align the slots at the side of the drive bay with the mounting holes in the drive or mounting frames. Then secure both sides of the drive to the bay using the retaining screws that came with the
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    Connecting the Drive and Power Cables Follow these steps to connect the drive and power cables: 1. Locate the connector you will use on the drive cable. 2. Locate pin 1 on the drive connector next to the power connector. 3. Position the connector on the cable so that the red wire aligns with pin 1
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    4. Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all the pins; then push in the connector. 5. 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.) 6. Align the notched corners of the power supply cable
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    gently press on the other side until it snaps into place. 10. Replace the internal mounting bracket; see 'Replacing the Bracket in the Computer" for instructions. 11. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for
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    for service or replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive, make sure you have backup copies of all your files and programs. You can use backup software or the backup utility in your operating system. Refer to your online help files or your software documentation for instructions. To
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    cable from the main system board and remove it from the computer. 7. Replace the drive mounting bracket; see "Replacing the Bracket in the Computer" for instructions. 8. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for
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    here, you should be able to install it the same way. If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes. Follow the appropriate instructions in this chapter to do the following: 0 Set the IDE device jumpers 0 Install a drive in
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    be in your way. Once you finish installing or removing drives, replace any option cards you removed; see "Installing an Option Card" in Chapter 4 for instructions. 6-2 Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer
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    Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1 Before you install any IDE devices, you need to check or change the settings of the device's jumpers to be sure they are set correctly. The jumpers indicate the master and slave configuration of devices connected to both of the IDE interfaces. A
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    Before you install a drive, identify pin 1 on the drive connector so you know where it is when you connect the drive cable. On a hard disk drive, turn it over so you can see the circuit board, as shown in the next illustration. Locate the side of the drive connector containing pin 1, indicated by a
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    Installing a Drive in the Front Internal Drive Bay You can install a half-height, 3.5-inch drive in the front internal drive bay. Installing the Internal Drive Follow these steps to install a drive in the front internal drive bay: 1. Position the drive so its drive and power connectors face the back
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    Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal Drive Follow these steps to connect the IDE device and power cables to the front internal drive: 1. Locate one of the IDE device cables that are connected to the IDE interfaces on the system board. They are flat cables with a system board connector at
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    . 6. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer 6-7
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    Bay You may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or for replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive your operating system. Refer to your online help files or your software documentation for instructions. Follow these steps to remove a drive from the front internal drive bay:
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    . If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer 6-9
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    Installing a Drive in an External Bay Follow these steps to install an internal or externally accessible drive in an externally accessible drive bay: 1. Using a screwdriver, reach inside the back of the drive bay you are going to use and insert the screwdriver into one of the holes in the metal
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    5. Connect the appropriate cable to the drive. If you are installing an IDE device, see "Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal Drive" for instructions on connecting the drive cable to the drive. If you are installing a diskette or tape drive, use the appropriate connector on the diskette drive
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    supply cable for two devices. 7. If you are installing a CD-ROM drive, you may need to connect an audio cable to a sound card. Follow the instructions in your sound card documentation to connect the audio cable to the card. If you need to install a sound card, follow the
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    8. Position the audio cable connector so that the tab faces up and aligns with the notch in the CD-ROM drive's audio connector. Then push in the connector. /-------notch / tab 9. If you installed a drive that is not externally accessible, you may want to replace the plastic faceplate for the bay you
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    you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Removing a Drive From an External Bay Follow these steps to remove
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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 another externally accessible drive in the open drive bay, you may want to install a plastic drive slot cover for that bay. Push the
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    finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Installing a Drive in the Rear Internal Bracket Your computer has a hard
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    3. Place the rear internal drive bracket on your work surface as shown in the illustration below. 4. Position the drive so that its drive and power connectors face the end of the bracket shown below. Then slide the drive into the appropriate bay in the bracket and secure it with the four screws that
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    6. To connect the drive cables to the drives in the rear internal bracket, first locate pin 1 on each drive's connector. The number 1 or 2 may be printed on the drive's connector or circuit board to identify the side containing pin 1. 7. Hold the connector on the IDE device cable so the red wire
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    . Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. Removing a Drive From the Rear Internal Bracket You may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or for replacement. Caution Before you remove a hard disk drive, make sure you have backup
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    Follow these steps to remove a drive from the rear internal bracket: 1. Remove the IDE device and power cables from the back of each drive in the rear internal bracket. 2. Remove the four screws securing the rear internal drive bracket to the computer's back panel and slide it out of the computer.
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    3. If you removed the only IDE device connected to the interface the device used, you may want to disconnect the device cable from its interface on the system board and remove it from the computer. 4. Remove the four screws securing the drive to the bracket and slide the drive out of the bracket. 5.
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    . 7. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replace the computer's cover; see "Replacing the Cover" in Chapter 4 for instructions. Then see "Running SETUP" in Chapter 2 for instructions on defining your new drive configuration. 6-22 Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower Computer
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    . If you are reading this manual online, be sure to print out this chapter before performing any of the steps it describes. The troubleshooting suggestions in this chapter are organized in general categories, as listed below. Within each category, a more specific problem is described with possible
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    problems q Memory module problems q External cache problems q Controller problems. If the suggestions here do not solve the problem, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for help; see "Where to Get Help" in the Introduction of this manual for instructions 7-2 Troubleshooting
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    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: \CONFIG.SYS and press Enter to see a listing of boot or startup diskette in drive A and turn on the computer again. Troubleshooting 7-3
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    may have installed a SIMM incorrectly. If the system doesn't detect memory, it won't start. Check that your SIMMs are securely installed in the correct sockets. 7-4 Troubleshooting
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    ; if your computer does not respond after a reasonable length of time, press Ctrl Alt Del and follow the instructions on the screen. If that doesn't work, press the RESET button. You may have installed memory using SIMMs the computer off, wait 20 seconds, and turn it on again. Troubleshooting 7-5
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    manuals for the power requirements of your cards. Then check "Option Slot Power Limits" in the Appendix to see if they exceed the option slot power limits of your computer. Keyboard Problems The documentation and "Connecting a Keyboard or Mouse" in Chapter 1 for instructions. 7-6 Troubleshooting
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    Monitor Problems There is no display on the screen by changing the setting of jumper JP2; see "Changing the Jumper Settings" in Chapter 4 for instructions. In addition, check that you set the correct display type for the Video System option in and display adapter for your software. Troubleshooting 7-7
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    are ready to exit the S3REFRSH program, make sure you select the exit option that saves the refresh rate values in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file. 7-8 Troubleshooting
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    a double-density drive. If reinserting the diskette does not solve the problem, insert the diskette in another diskette drive of the same type. drive came with your computer, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance. The diskette is the right Troubleshooting 7-9
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    peripherals" in Chapter 2 for more information. The diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. Hard Disk Drive Problems A newly installed hard disk drive is not working properly or ifs performance is not what you expect. Make sure
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    specification; check your hard disk drive documentation for this information. Some hard disk drives may not support the power management features on your system. You may need to disable these features in SETUP; see the documentation that came with the drive for more information. Troubleshooting 7-11
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    EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. CD-ROM Drive Problems Make sure the drive contains the correct CD-ROM disc. Make sure the disc is rightside up and inserted correctly in the drive. If you installed your CD-ROM drive, make sure you followed all the instructions information. 7-12 Troubleshooting
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    as described under "Selecting the Security Setup Options" in Chapter 2. Software Problems Your operating system won't start after you installed the PCI IDE drivers instructions in the README file for the drivers. See "Installing the PCI IDE Drivers" in Chapter 2 for instructions. Troubleshooting 7-13
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    on software that came with your configured computer, see the User's Digest for technical support information. If you purchased the software separately, contact your software manufacturer. The application program described under "Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs)" in Chapter 4. 7-14 Troubleshooting
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    Printer or Scanner Problems The printer or scanner does not work at all. Check that the Jumper Settings" in Chapter 4 for more information. The printer prints garbled information. Check the printer manual for the printer's correct DIP switch or control panel settings. Also, make sure you have the
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    Option Card Problems A newly installed option card is not Starting the Setup Program" and "Using the Advanced System Setup Options" in Chapter 2 for instructions. Perform setup procedures for any software you are using with the card. See the documentation the device to the card. 7-16 Troubleshooting
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    gold-plated connector with a pencil eraser; then reinstall the SIMM. External Cache Problems The amount of external cache displayed by the power- on diagnostics program is . See "Configuring cache memory" in Chapter 2 for instructions on setting the cache options in SETUP. Troubleshooting 7-17
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    Controller Problems You see a controller error for the drive controllers or the I/O port controllers when you start your system. If the error message disable the built-in controller. You can then continue to use your system until it is convenient for you to have it serviced. 7-18 Troubleshooting
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    specifications 0 System memory map 0 Video resolutions and colors 0 Hard disk drive information 0 DMA assignments 0 Hardware interrupts 0 System I/O address map 0 Connector pin assignments 0 Options available from EPSON 0 Tested operating environments. Specifications A-l
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    for the CPU, hard disk drive, and VGA display; select time-out periods, power-saving rates, and other options in SETUP 64-bit DRAM interface supporting 8MB RAM standard on two 4MB SIMMs; expandable to 128MB using 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, and 64MB SIMMs; SIMMs must be tin-plated
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    cycles to PCI burst cycles S3™ Trio64™ PCI VGA controller with integrated 24-bit RAMDAC, 64-bit DRAM interface; includes power-saving and multimedia features; supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 in 16 colors with 1MB of video RAM, increasing to 256 colors with 2MB of video RAM; True Color
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    tape drive Two PCI, ATA-2 compatible, IDE interfaces on main system board support up to four IDE devices (two on each interface); IDE CD-ROM drives One standard, multimode parallel interface built into main system board; supports S-bit unidirectional, 16-bit bidirectional and ECP (Extended Capability
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    Connector card with five I/O expansion slots; three ISA compatible (8.33 MHz bus speed) and two PCI compatible (33 MHz bus speed); PCI slots support up to two PCI bus masters Internal Slimline computer Internal bays: One 3.5-inch wide, one-inch high drive Externally accessible bays: One 3.5-inch
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    Diskette drive types Hard disk drive types Other de vices 3.5-inch diskette drive, 720KB or 1.44MB storage capacity; 5.25-inch diskette drive, 360KB or 1.2MB storage capacity; or a combination 3.5-inch/ 5.25-inch diskette drive 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch form factor hard disk drive(s), up to half-height
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    Power Supply Type Input ranges Maximum output Frequency Cables 200 Watt, UL/ TUV/ CSA listed, fan-cooled 90-130 VAC or 180-270 VAC; switchselectable +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; for
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    Environmental Requirements Condition Operating range Temperature 41° to 90° F (5° to 32° C) Humidity (non-condensing) Altitude -330 to 9,900 ft (-100 to 3,000 m) Storage range -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) -330 to 39,600 ft (-100 to 12,000 m) System Memory Map Address range FE0000h-FFFFFFh
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    Video Resolutions and Colors Resolution 1640 x 480 Memory Irequirements 1MB 1MB 1800 x 600 2MB c 1MB 1MB +2 M B 11024x768 1MB 2MB 11280x 1024 t 1MB I2 M B 1600 x 1200 2MB Color Refresh rates (Hz) 256 60/72/75 32K/64K 60/72/75 16.8M (True Color) 60/72/75 256 56/60/72/75 32K/64K 60
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    Hard Disk Drive Information The IDE hard disk drives listed in the tables below are qualified for use in your computer. IDE hard disk drive parameters Precomp zone 0 0 0 0 0 0 1048 989 1011 1011 Landing zone 2479 1652 1050 826 826 525 1048 989 1011 1011 sectors 63 63 63 63 63 63 63 56 55
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    IDE hard disk drive jumper settings Model number Conner CFS 1275A Conner CFS850A Conner CFS540A Conner CFS425A Conner CFS420A Conner CFS270A Western Digital AC2540 Western Digital AC2420 Western Digital AC2340 Western Digital AC2250 Single drive C/D jumpered C/D jumpered C/D jumpered C/D jumpered
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    Hardware Interrupts IRQ no. 1IRQ0 1lRQ1 1IRQ2 1IRQ3 1IRQ4 1IRQ5 I IRQ6 1IRQ7 1IRQ8 1IRQ9 1IRQ10 1IRQ11 1IRQ12 IRQ13 IRQ14 IRQ15 Function Internal timer, PIT A counter 0 output I Keyboard I Cascade for IRQ9 I Serial port 2 1Serial port 1 1 Available 1 Diskette drive controller 1Parallel port 1 1
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    System I/O address map (continued) Hex address Assigned device 0F8 - OFF Math coprocessor 1F0-1F8 Primary hard disk interface 1E0-1E7 Secondary hard disk interface 200-207 Game I/O 278-27F Parallel printer port 2 2B0-2DF Alternate enhanced graphics adapter 2E1 GPIB (adapter 0) 2E2,
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    System I/O address map (continued) Hex address Assigned device A2E1 Available C2E1 Available E2E1 Available Connector Pin Assignments Parallel port connector pin assignments (J1) T Pin 1Signal Pin Signal Pin 1 1 Strobe' 10 ACK * 19 2 1D a t a 0 11 Busy 20 3 1Data 1 12 PE 21 4
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    Many options for enhancing and supplementing this product are available from EPSON. Call your nearest marketing location or EPSON Accessories for more information about specific options. Tested Operating Environments Although your system will run most software applications, the following operating
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    processor that incorporates the latest in processor technology, including a 64-bit data path, 16KB of internal cache, and the ability to execute instructions in parallel. See also CPU and Processor. Address The location where information is stored in a computer's memory. ATA-2 AT Attachment. A drive
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    equipment that performs a specific task, such as a disk drive, a monitor, a printer, or a scanner. Also called a peripheral. Device driver A file containing instructions that allow your computer to recognize and communicate with a device. The device may be a printer, monitor, or other type of device
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    DMA channel Direct Memory Access channel. A channel for transferring data from your computer to its peripherals without involving CPU resources. DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory. A type of memory that stores large amounts of information. ECP Extended Capabilities Port. The parallel port mode in
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    IDE Integrated Drive Electronics. A type of interface in which the controller is on the drive instead of on a controller card. Interface A physical or software connection that transmits data between equipment or programs so they can work with each other. Interlaced A method of scanning a video
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    LBA mode Logical Block Address mode. A method of accessing large-capacity hard disk drives. Math coprocessor A device that enables the computer to process mathematical calculations faster by using floating point numbers instead of whole numbers for calculations. Memory module A small circuit board
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    PCMCIA card Personal Computer Memory Card International Association card. A credit-card-sized device used for data storage, memory expansion, or other purposes. PCMCIA cards are often used in notebook computers and PCMCIA card readers. Port A physical socket on a computer to which you can connect a
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    Reset To restart a computer without turning it off. You can reset your computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del or by pressing the RESET button. Resetting erases all data stored in RAM and reloads the computer's operating system. ROM Read Only Memory. Memory that can only be read and cannot be modified.
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    resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 in 256 colors with 2MB of video memory and a compatible monitor. True Color A VGA feature that supports 24-bits-per-pixel color, which enables your VGA interface to display 16.8 million colors. The screen image looks more like a photograph than a traditional computer
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    Cache, 2-10 Memory Shadow, 2-11 PCI devices, 2-8, 2-12 Shadow Option ROMs, 2-11 Altitude requirements, A-8 Application programs compatibility, A-15 problems, 7-14 ATA-2 compatible, Intro-2, 2-22, 7-11, A-4 Auto-sensing, hard disk drive, 2-6, 7-11, A-4 AUTOEXEC.BAT file, 7-3 Autotype Fixed Disk
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    diskette drive, A-4 hard disk drive, 7-11, A-4 IDE, 4-10 problems, 7-18 SVGA, 2-5, 2-22, A-3 VGA, 4-10 Coprocessor, math, A-3 Cover removing, 4-2-5 replacing, 4-5-6 CPU, see Pentium Ctrl Alt Del, 3-12 Cursor, 2-3 Customer support, Intro-5, Intro-7 D DB-9P connector, 1-8 Deep green features, Intro
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    defective, 7-9 drivers, 2-22 errors, 7-9 formatting, 7-9 inserting, 3-8 problems, 7-9 release button, 3-8 -9 removing, 1-11, 3-8 -9 shutter, conserving, 3-6 Environmental requirements, A-8 Environments, tested operating, A-15 EPSON, contacting, Intro-6 Ergonomic tips, 3-1 -5 Errors controller, 7-18
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    3-6 -7, 7-7 -8, 7-14, A-2 Green PC options APM SMI Function Support, 2-18 IRQ Activity, 2-19 Power Down feature, 2-18 Power Saving 5-14 parameters, 2-5, 2-7, 5-3, A-10 Hard disk drive (continued) power supply cable, 6-7 problems, 7-10, 7-12 removing, 5-12, 5-20 -21 SETUP options, 2-5, 2-7 slave,
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    , see Cache memory clearing, 3-10 CMOS RAM, A-3 configurations, 4-12 extended, A-8 installing, 4-12 -14 location, 4-6, 4-8 map, A-8 modules, see SIMMs problems, 7-17 RAM, Intro-1, 2-11, A-2 removing, 4-15 requirements, video, A-9 ROM, 2-11, 2-20, A-2 shadow, 2-11, A-2 SIMMs, see SIMMs specifications
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    number, 7-3 Optical drive, 5-1, 6-1, A-6 Option cards 2-slot side, 4-19-20 3-slot side, 4-17-19 connector board, 4-6-7 installing, 4-16-21 power limits, 7-6, A-7 problems, 7-16 removing, 4-22 slimline computer, 4-17 -20 tower computer, 4-20 -21 Option slots full-length, 4-22 half-length, 4-22 ISA
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    , 3-7 ROM, 2-11, 2-20, A-2 RS-232C ports, see also Serial ports S Safety instructions, iii-vi, 1-1 -2, 3-1 -5, 4-2 Scanner, 7-15 SCSI cards, Intro-3 Security and anti 1-7 -8 controller, A-4 jumpers, 4-8 locating on system board, 4-8 pin assignments, A-14 problems, 7-15 Service, Intro-5 -6 Index 7
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    hard drives, 2-7 video, 2-4 virus protection, 2-13 -16 Shadowing memory, 2-11, A-2 SIMMs configurations, 4-12 installing, 4-12 -14 location, 4-6 -8 problems, 7-5, 7-17 removing, 4-15 specifications, A-2 Slave hard disk drive, 2-7, 5-2, 5-13, 6-3, A-11 Slot cover bracket, 4-19 Slots, see Option
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    assistance, Intro-5 -6 Temperature requirements, 1-1, A-8 Troubleshooting, 7-1 -18 True Color support, A-9 Turning off computer, 1-11 Turning on A-3 DIP chips, see Video memory drivers, 2-1, 2-22 port, 1-3 -5, A-4 problems, 7-7 -8 resolutions, A-3, A-9 SOJDRAM chips, 4-22, A-2 standby mode, 2-
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EPSON
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User’s Guide
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EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER
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