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    EPSON® POWERSPAN® User's Guide a9 This manual is printed on recycled paper and is 100% recyclable.
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
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    Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual permission of Epson America, Inc Epson and PowerSpan are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. The power
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    save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer. 3. Unplug the computer from the near or over a radiator or heat register. 7. Operate the computer using the type of power source indicated on its label. 8. If you plan to operate the computer in Germany,
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    from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged. B. If liquid has entered the computer. C. If the computer does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those
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    suivre tous les avertissements et les instructions indiques sur l'ordinateur. 3. 5. Ne pas placer l'ordinateur sur un chariot, un support, ou une table instable. 6. Les events darts les la fiche dans la prise, on doit retenir les services d'un electricien ou remplacer la prise. Ne jamais utiliser
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    commandes qui sont enumerees dans les instructions de fonctionnement. Tout ajustement inadequat de tout autre controle peut provoquer un dommage et souvent necessiter des reparations elaborees par un technicien qualifie afin de remettre l'appareil en service. D. Lorsqu'on a echappe l'ordinateur ou
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    Contents Software 2 How to Use This Manual 3 Where to Get Help 4 Chapter I Setting Up Your System Preparing to Set Up Your System 1-1 Installation Overview 1-2 Setting the Voltage Selector Switch 1-4 Installing Optional Equipment 1-5
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    Configuring Your System 3-7 Starting the Program 3-7 Setting the Date and Time 3-8 Performing the Configuration Steps 3-9 Adding or Removing a Board 3-11 Defining the Configuration Settings 3-11 Using Advanced Configuration Options 3-23 Using Alternate Configuration Files 3-25 Creating an
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    Bay Assembly 7-10 Installing an IDE Drive 7-11 Removing an IDE Drive 7-12 Replacing the IDE Drive Bay Assembly 7-13 Connecting the IDE Ribbon and Power Cables 7-14 Installing a SCSI Drive 7-18 Installing the SCSI Ribbon and
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    Appendix A Troubleshooting Identifying Your System A-1 Error Messages A-2 Power-on Diagnostic and Boot Errors A-3 Error Tone Codes A-12 Power or Lock-up Problems A-14 Password Problems A-16 Keyboard Problems A-18 Monitor Problems A-18 Diskette Problems A-19 Diskette Drive Problems A-20
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    Glossary Index Epson America International Epson International Marketing Locations Distributors xi
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    The Epson® PowerSpan® computer is a powerful, versatile system ideally suited for use as a network file server. It incorporates the latest EISA (Extended Industry Standard Architecture) technology in a convenient tower design. Its
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    CPU card or by installing an Intel P24T OverDrive™ processor on the existing CPU card. Your computer provides a 32-bit wide EISA bus that supports 64-bit processors by employing advanced bit-interleaving technology. In addition, the EISA burst mode capability enables data transfers of up to 66MB of
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    It does not cover your operating system; see your operating system manual for instructions on installing and using it. Although you should be sure to Appendix A contains troubleshooting tips. Appendix B gives the technical specifications for the computer. At the end of the manual, you'll find
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    Epson America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service Centers. Epson also provides support services through the Epson for customer support and service. International marketing locations are listed at the back of the manual. If
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    your system, be sure to read the "Important Safety Instructions" at the beginning of this manual. Preparing to Set Up Your System It is important electric motor. Access to appropriate power sources. Connect all your equipment to an appropriate source. (See "Power Source Requirements" in Appendix B
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    safety requirements. Caution Do not use or attempt to modify the supplied AC power cord if it is not the type required for use in your region. steps offer an overview of the system installation process. For detailed instructions on performing these steps, refer to the specified sections. 1. Set
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    . 7. If necessary, set the switches or jumpers on any ISA cards you have not yet installed, and install them in the computer. See Chapter 6 for instructions. 8. Connect all of your peripheral devices. 9. Install your operating system and any other application programs. Setting Up Your System 1-3
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    Setting the Voltage Selector Switch Your system is powered by a 230 watt power supply. The power supply voltage is controlled by a voltage selector switch on the computer's back panel that may be set to 115 VAC or 230 VAC. The computer
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    selector switch is set to the appropriate setting for the electrical power source in your location or you will seriously damage your should install them before you connect your peripheral devices. Follow the instructions in your ISA card manual to set the card's switches or jumpers for your system.
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    your card(s) for information. Be sure that the option card(s) you install do not exceed your computer's power supply limits, as described in Appendix B. Then follow the instructions in Chapter 6 to install the cards, Connecting Peripheral Devices Refer to the illustration below to locate the ports
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    devices such as a monitor, printer, or modem to the appropriate port on the back panel. 4. Connect the power cords for any peripheral devices to grounded electrical outlets. 5. Plug one end of the computer's power cord into the AC inlet socket on the back panel. 6. Plug the other end of the computer
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    a disk drive light is on. This can destroy data stored on the disk. cl Always wait at least five seconds after you turn off the power before you turn it on again. This prevents possible damage to the computer's electrical circuitry. ci Do not leave a beverage near your system or any
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    been connected. 2. Turn on the monitor and any other peripheral devices. 3. Turn on your system by pressing the power button on the front panel. powerbutton power indicat light 4. Verify that the power indicator light on the front panel is on. You are now ready to begin using your computer. See the
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    ROM. You can run SETUP whenever you turn on or reset the computer, regardless of whether you have installed an operating system. See Chapter 2 for instructions on running the program. The EISA Configuration utility is on the Reference diskette. See Chapter 3 for
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    Equipment Log Use this space to record information about your system. You should refer to this section if you call for assistance. Computer serial number: Purchase location: date: Monitor serial number: Printer serial number: Other device serial number: Other device serial number: Other device
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    IDE drives installed: Bay 1: Bay 2: SCSI drives installed: Bay 1: Bay 2: Bay 3: Bay 4: Bay 5: Bay 6: Other drives installed (diskette, tape, CD-ROM, etc.): Bay 1: Bay 2: Bay 3: Operating system version number: Operating system serial number: Software program Version number Serial
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    Chapter 2 Running the SETUP Program The SETUP program allows you to configure your computer and set many different system options. You should use SETUP to configure your computer in the following situations: Cl You did not install any option cards or installed only ISA option cards that did not come
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    the reset button. You see the memory test countdown and then the power-on diagnostic test countdown. You may also see this prompt: Press Spacebar [E] to reset the computer, it does not perform the memory test.) 2. If the power-on diagnostic tests do not find errors, you hear a beep and may see the
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    power-on diagnostic tests find a serious error, you hear a beep code indicating the error and the system halts. See Appendix A for a list of the error beep codes and suggested solutions to the problem are four pages of SETUP information. Follow the instructions in the next section to view or change
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    To change the setting of the currently highlighted option, press nor& to scroll through the available settings. If the settings are numeric values, press a to select higher values and m to select lower values. To set default values or exit SETUP (with or without saving your settings), press [. You
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    SETUP program options (continued) Settings Description Onboard FlOPPY Diskette A Diskette B Enabled * Disabled 5.25". 360 KB 5.25" 1.2 MB 3.5", 720 KB 3.5": 1.44 MB (A*) 3.5", 2.88 MB Not Installed (B*) Set to Enabled to use the built-in diskette drive controller; set to Disabled to disable the
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    Rate Select the refresh rate frequency (in Hertz) of the built-in video controller when it is operating in 640 x 480 mode; see your monitor manual to determine the correct refresh rate This option has no effect on your system This option has no effect on your system Video Font 8 x 16
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    your computer; set to No to turn it off Password Not installed * Installed To set a power-on password, highlight this option when the setting is Not installed and press m or a. Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter the password; the setting changes to Installed. (See Chapter 4 for
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    SETUP program options (continued) Option Settings Description Boot Device Select Floppy or Hard Drive l Hard Drive Only Select the device(s) from which you want to be able to boot your system; setting is ignored if the diskette drive is controlled by a controller on an option card Base Memory
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    SETUP program options (continued) Option Settings Description Parallel Port Address 378H: Compatible/lRQ7* Address 278H: Compatible/lRQ5 Address 378H: Bi-directional/lRQ7 Address 278H: Bi-directional/lRQ5 Disabled Select one of the Compatible options to set the port for IBM AT compatible
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    set a fast I/O recovery time; set to Standard if you have trouble with an application program or option card that is running in Enhanced EISA bus; set to Disabled if any of your option cards do not support this feature Concurrent Refresh Enabled l Disabled Set to Enabled to improve performance
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    SETUP program options (continued) Option Settings Description Onboard Video BIOS Mapping To EOOOOH* To COOOOH Select To E0000H to map the onboard video BIOS to memory address E0000h: select To C0000H to map the video BIOS to address C0000h to provide compatibility with old application software
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    Hard Disk Drive Types The following table lists the types of hard disk drives you can use in your computer. Check this table and the manual that came with your hard disk to find the correct type for the hard disk drive(s) installed in your computer. If your drive documentation includes
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    Hard disk drive types (con timed) Running the SETUP Program 2-13
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    17 256 700 17 - - - 69MB 40MB User-definable Exiting SETUP To exit the SETUP program, press m at any of the SETUP pages and follow the instructions on the screen to do any of the following: Ci To continue running SETUP, press [ again. Ll then exit and reboot the CI To load
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    Chapter 3 Running the EISA Configuration Utility The EISA Configuration utility, provided with your system on the Reference diskette, allows you to configure your computer when you have installed the following option cards: Q EISA option cards Cl ISA option cards that came with configuration (CFG)
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    hard disk to speed up its performance. See page 3-31 for information on copying the files to your hard disk. Then see page 3-27 for instructions on running the utility from a command line. 3-2 Running the EISA Configuration Utility
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    use the keyboard or a mouse with the program and how to use on-line help. Cl Configuring Your System provides step-by-step instructions for running the EISA Configuration utility and is organized in the order in which you should perform the operations. 0 Using Alternate Configuration Files explains
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    provide information to the system about a cards functions and resource requirements so your computer can allocate its resources efficiently. They also provide instructions for setting any switches and jumpers on ISA cards. You can copy to your Reference diskette a configuration file for each card
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    mouse with the program, see "Using a Mouse" below. Most of the screens show which keys you can press to perform various operations. Follow the instructions on each screen. Whenever the icon is highlighted, press w to select . To select , you can either press the [ key or highlight
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    indicating the scroll direction and hold down the mouse button. Release it to stop. Keep in mind that this chapter gives keyboard instructions when describing how to use the EISA Configuration utility. You should substitute the appropriate mouse equivalents when performing the same operations. Using
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    Configuring Your System Follow the instructions in this section and on your screen to configure your computer using the EISA Configuration utility. You configure your system in the following order: 0 Set
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    3. Press IEnter You see the Main Menu: Main Menu Learn about configuring your computer Configure computer Set date Set time Access System Utilities Maintain system configuration diskette Exit from this utility 4. For an overview of the configuration process, highlight Learn about configuring your
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    Follow these steps to set the date and time: 1. At the Main Menu, select Set date. You see a prompt such as the following: Date 12-12-1993 (mm-dd-yyyy) 2. The current setting for Date is highlighted. Correct it as necessary. You can use the arrow keys to move the cursor and overtype the date. Then
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    system. If you want to print any of the screens to the printer connected to port LPT1, press the @E' key. 3. Select Step 2 and follow the instructions on the screen to add, remove, or move option cards in your configuration and copy any necessary CFG files to your Reference diskette. See the
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    add, move, or remove an option card. When you add an option card, you need the configuration diskette that came with the card. Follow the instructions on the screen to copy the appropriate CFG files to your Reference diskette. Note Your computer does not come with a CFG File Library diskette. When
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    If you add any EISA option cards to your system, various configuration options for the card(s) appear on the screen following the system board options. See your EISA option card documentation for information about configuring your card(s). The table below describes the settings available for each of
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    System board options (continued) Option Settings Description Cache Control Cache EnabledWrite Through Mode Cache EnabledWrite Back Mode Cache Disabled* Set to Enabled-Write Through Mode to enable caching on the 486DX2/66 CPU card; set to Enabled-Write Back Mode to enable caching on the Pentium
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    System board options (continued) Hard Drive 1 and Hard Drive 2 Settings Description Drive Type nn Hard Drive n Disabled* Set to the hard disk drive type of the specified IDE hard disk drive or set to user-definable drive types (2, 3, 48, or 49) and enter parameters according to the drive's
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    System board options (continued) Option Settings Description COM2 Redirection Disabled l 1200 Baud 2400 Baud 9600 Baud Set to Disabled to prevent redirection of the computer's input and output to the serial port assigned to COM2: set to the speed the computer should use to copy the redirected
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    in video controller when it is operating in 640 x 480 mode; see your monitor manual to determine the correct refresh rate This option has no effect on your system This as a network server) and allow power-on diagnostic tests to report a disabled keyboard 3-16 Running the EISA Configuration Utility
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    on or reset your computer; select OFF at Boot to disable it Select Enhanced to set fast I/O recovery times; set to Standard if you have trouble with an application program or option card that is running in Enhanced mode Set to Enabled to improve performance by posting I/O writes to the EISA
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    Disabled Description Set to Enabled to improve performance by executing concurrent CPU, cache, and main memory refresh cycles; set to Disabled if you have trouble with application programs while this option is enabled This option has no effect on your system Set to Enabled to allow the BIOS to call
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    System board options (continued) Option Settings Description Boot Device Control Reserved System Resources Boot from floppy or hard drive* Boot from hard drive ONLY (settings vary) Select the device(s) from which you want to be able to boot your system (5) Press w and m to display the
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    The options described in the table below appear on the View or edit details screen only if you are running the EISA Configuration utility in Advanced mode. See "Using Special Modes" on page 3-27 for more information. Advanced mode system board options Option Settings Description Video Font Size
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    Hard disk drive fypes The following table lists the types of hard disk drives you can use in your computer. Check this table and the manual that came with your hard disk to find the correct type for the hard disk drive(s) installed in your computer. Be sure you enter the
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    Hard disk drive types (continued) 3-22 Running the EISA Configuration Utility
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    Hard disk drive types (con timed) Using Advanced Configuration Options To perform advanced configuration operations, press [nl at the View or edit details screen. You see the Advanced menu:. Lock/unlock boards View additional system information menu Set verification mode menu Maintain SCI files menu
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    you select the Verify option that appears on the View or edit details screen. (The Verify option appears only if you have selected Manual verify.) Maintain SCI files menu Open Loads a previously created SCI file and displays the contents. Any current configuration information you entered is lost
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    save it in your computer's CMOS RAM. If you run the EISA Configuration utility on a non-target computer (an IBM AT compatible computer or another Epson EISA computer), you can create a file for the target computer. Then you can transport the alternate SCI file to the target computer, load it, and
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    -target computer. This method protects you from accidentally saving the configuration you create in that computer's CMOS RAM. See "Using Special Modes" for instructions on using non-target modeling mode. Loading an Alternate SCI File To load an alternate SCI file and store it in the target computer
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    line, as described in the next sections. Using the SD Command If you want to run the utilities from your hard disk, first follow the instructions under "Copying the Configuration Files to a Hard Disk" below. Then follow these steps to use the SD command: 1. To run the utilities from a diskette
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    The table below describes the parameters you can use to modify the way the program runs on your computer. Note To run the EISA Configuration utility in non-target modeling mode, add the /N parameter to the command line. Modeling mode only affects the way the configuration utility operates; it does
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    on your hard disk drive. Using the CF Command If you want to run the EISA Configuration utility from your hard disk, first follow the instructions under "Copying the Configuration Files to a Hard Disk" on page 3-31. Then follow these steps to use the CF command: 1. To run the utility from
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    2. Then type the following and press ( to start the program: CF [parameters] The table below describes the parameters you can use to modify the way the utility runs on your computer. CF command parameters Parameter Mode Function IA Advanced Enables four advanced options for mode the
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    CF command parameters (continued) Parameter Mode Function /M Monochrome Causes the program to be display mode displayed in black and white only. In default mode, color monitors will display in color. Run the program in this mode if you have redirected the console output to a serial port.
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    Chapter 4 Using Your Computer This chapter describes the following operations: Q Locking the computer's cover c3 Locking the front panel door D Disabling the keyboard and mouse Cl Using the password features Ll Locking the keyboard 0 Changing the processor speed Q Controlling the speaker a
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    that covers your computer's front panel to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the following components: Cl Diskette, tape, CD-ROM, or other external drives Cl Power and reset buttons 0 Keyboard/mouse lock button. 4-2 Using Your Computer
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    Your computer comes with two keys that you can use to lock the front panel door. The keys are taped to the inside of the door. Open the front panel door and remove the keys from the bag. To unlock the front panel door, align the key with the notch in the lock and insert the key, as shown below. Then
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    /Mouse Lock indicator light. keyboard/ mouse lock button keyboard/ mouse lock indicator To prevent access to the Keyboard/Mouse Lock button, follow the instructions on page 4-2 to lock the computer's front panel door. To reactivate the keyboard and mouse, unlock the front panel door (if necessary
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    on or reset the computer. The network password modifies the way your power-on password works by allowing your computer to load your operating system keyboard password or set a keyboard password without setting a power-on password. Follow the instructions in the sections below to set, enter, change,
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    Password option on the second page of SETUP options and follow the instructions on the screen to set a password. You must run the EISA System Utilities to set a network and keyboard password, but you can also use it to set a power-on password. Follow these steps to set your password(s): 1. To start
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    Utility Menu. 2. You see a prompt to enter a password of up to seven characters. Follow the instructions on the screen to enter the password twice and return to the Password Utility Menu. 3. Your power-on password is also now your keyboard password. If you want to set a different keyboard password
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    lock your keyboard temporarily, follow the steps on page 4-4. Entering Passwords If you set a power-on password, you must enter it each time you turn on the computer, press the reset . See page 4-4 for instructions on locking your keyboard and entering your keyboard password. 4-8 Using Your Computer
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    at the third prompt, you see the following message: System halted! Must power down. The computer locks the keyboard. Press the reset button or turn the cannot change or delete the power-on password if a network password is activated. See page 4-7 for instructions on deactivating the network password
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    change or delete a keyboard password. See the appropriate section(s) below to change or delete your password(s). Changing or deleting a power-on password To change or delete a power-on password, follow these steps: 1. Enter password: 2. To change the password, type the current password followed by
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    The computer locks the keyboard and you see a prompt to enter your password. Type your power-on password and press Ed nter . 7. You see a prompt to enter your new keyboard Password Utility Menu. Follow the instructions on the screen to exit the EISA Configuration utility. Using Your Computer 4-11
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    up the Main Menu. 3. Select Access System Utilities. 4. Then select Password Utility. You see the following: Password Utility Menu Set Initial Power-on Password Activate/Deactivate Network Password Set Keyboard Password Lock Keyboard Return to Utilities Menu 5. Select Lock Keyboard. 6. The computer
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    ; you can try as many times as you want. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to exit the EISA Configuration utility. Changing the Processor Speed to provide compatibility with certain older application programs. (See your program manual to see if you need to set your processor speed to low.)
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    Entering Keyboard Commands To change the processor speed, enter one of the keyboard commands shown in the table below. Keyboard speed setting commands Key command Function mm1 Changes the speed to low (simulated 8 MHz) Ictrl]m2 Changes the speed to high You must use the 1 or 2 key located
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    Speed FAST or System Speed SLOW. You see a message confirming the speed change. 5. Press m to return to the System Utilities Menu. Then follow the instructions on the screen to exit the EISA Configuration utility. The processor speed you set remains in effect until you press the reset button, turn
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    System Utilities. Both the SETUP program and the EISA Configuration utility allow you to define the default setting for the speaker. Follow the instructions in Chapters 2 and 3. If you want to change the default setting temporarily, use the EISA System Utilities, as described below. Then, whenever
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    Speaker ON or Speaker OFF. You see a message confirming the new setting. 5. Press [EnterJ to return to the System Utilities Menu. Then follow the instructions on the screen to exit the EISA Configuration utility. The setting you define will remain in effect until you turn off or reset the computer
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    Select Cache ON or Cache OFF. You see a message confirming the new setting. 5. Press w to return to the System Utilities Menu. Then follow the instructions on the screen to exit the EISA Configuration utility. The setting you define will remain in effect until you turn off or reset the computer,
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    that your system operates securely: D Set passwords. You can create unique power-on, network, or keyboard passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing your computer when it is operating. See page 4-5 for complete instructions. Li Lock the keyboard and mouse. You can disable your keyboard
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    of this equipment once you have configured your system. See Chapter 1 for instructions. U If you'll be removing the keyboard, be sure to disable Keyboard Control (EISA Configuration utility) option to prevent your computer's power-on diagnostic tests from reporting a fatal keyboard error. When these
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    program or the EISA Configuration utility. See Chapters 2 and 3 for instructions. If you need to run the EISA Configuration utility after you have redirected (BIOS video output) parameter causes the computer to use BIOS video support routines at interrupt 10H for all video output. The /M (Monochrome
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    precautions before you begin. Special Precautions 0 While this manual provides detailed instructions for installing a variety of optional equipment, do computer and any peripheral devices, and remove the cover. First disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and then from the AC inlet on
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    not touch any components except those that this manual instructs you to touch. 0 When disconnecting cables from in the computer, keep the option's original packing materials in case you need to remove or the computer's covers before you turn on the power or the computer may overheat. Removing the
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    Removing the External Side Cover Follow these steps to remove the external side cover: 1. If you installed a padlock or a cable lock to lock the side cover onto your computer, remove the lock now. 2. The left side of the computer is a cover secured by two screws at the rear of the system, as shown
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    Removing the Internal Main System Board Cover Once you remove the system's external side cover, you see a metal cover protecting the main system board. You need to remove this cover to access the main system board and to perform such tasks as: Cl Installing or removing option cards LI Changing
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    main system board cover, make sure you left no tools or loose parts inside the computer case. Also make sure that all spare or loose power and device cables are securely tucked into the space beneath the upper hard disk drive bays or above the lower SCSI drive bays. Replacing the
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    2. Slide the cover toward the back of the system so that the tabs at the top and back edge of the cover engage in the notches in the computer case, as shown below. 3. Attach the cover to the computer with the six screws you removed earlier. 5-6 Accessing Internal Components
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    Replacing the External Side Cover Follow these steps to replace the external side cover: 1. Position the cover over the computer case so that the edge with the handle protrudes about an inch beyond the back of the computer. Align the tabs at the top and bottom of the cover with the notches in the
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    Removing the Front Panel The upper front panel consists of an inner panel and a door. If you need to install or remove any devices in the external drive bays, you must remove the front panel. Follow these steps: 1. If you locked the front panel door, follow the steps in Chapter 4 to unlock it. 2.
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    Replacing the Front Panel Follow these steps to replace the computer's front panel: 1. Position the front panel so that the four small square tabs on the left side of the inner panel align with the square holes in the left side of the computer case. 2. Gently press in on the hinge side of the front
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    the main system board jumper settings and for using the VGA feature connector. Before you perform any of the steps in this chapter, follow the instructions in Chapter 5 to remove the computer's side cover and the main system board cover. On the next page, you'll find an illustration of your
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    Main System Board Map As you follow the instructions in this chapter and in Chapter 7, use the illustration below to locate the necessary components on your main system board. 6-2 Installing and Removing Options
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    Removing the CPU Card The CPU card contains your system's microprocessor and cache memory. The card plugs into a proprietary slot on your main system board. You may wish to upgrade your card by replacing it with a new card containing a Pentium (or other future) microprocessor or by replacing the CPU
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    of the card's components or the gold connectors; handle it only by the edges. If you are going to replace the CPU chip, see the instructions that came with the upgrade kit. When you are ready to replace the CPU card, follow the steps in the next section. Installing the CPU
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    out, as shown below. holes narrow tip protruding tabs 3. Insert the narrow end of the bracket into its hole (as shown above) until it stops. 4. Guide the bracket over the edge of the CPU card and slide the slotted end toward the hole in the back of the computer. 5. Push the
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    graphics adapter card that connects to a VGA feature connector, follow the instructions below to install the adapter card; then see "Using the VGA any option cards, make sure the cards do not exceed the computer's power supply limits described in Appendix B. Follow these steps to install an option
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    it, if necessary. (Check the option card instructions.) When you handle the card, be careful not packing materials in case you remove the card later. Note You may want to record the card's serial number in the "Equipment Log" at the end of Chapter 1. 4. Hold the card along the top corners and guide
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    you installed a high-resolution graphics adapter card that connects to a VGA feature connector, see "Using the VGA Feature Connector" on page 6-9 for further instructions. Removing an Option Card You may need to remove an option card installed in your computer to access components on the main system
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    adapter card in your system. See "Installing an Option Card" on page 6-6 for instructions. 2. Attach the cable that came with your graphics card to the interface on the card itself. Check your graphics card manual for more information. 3. Attach the other end of the graphics card cable to the
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    Memory Modules Your computer comes with 8MB of memory installed on two, 4MB memory modules on the main system board. By installing additional memory modules, called SIMMs (single inline memory modules), you can increase the amount of memory in your computer to 128MB. There are four SIMM sockets
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    sample memory configurations. Sample SIMM configurations 32 MB I 32MB I 32MB I 32MB I 128MB Once you have determined where to add SIMMs, follow the instructions below to install them. Installing Memory Modules Refer to the illustration on page 6-2 to locate the SIMM sockets on the main system
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    2. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly. Then tilt it down until it is 90 degrees relative to the main system board and clicks into place, as shown below. If the SIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it; gently pull the retaining clips outward, remove the SIMM by its top edge
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    5. The next time you turn on your computer, run the SETUP program or the EISA Configuration utility to enable the computer to recognize the additional memory. For more information, see Chapters 2 and 3. Removing Memory Modules If you need to remove memory modules from your computer, follow the steps
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    I Caution Apply only enough pressure on the retaining clips to release the SIMM; too much pressure can break the plastic retaining clips or damage the socket. 2. Remove the SIMM from the computer and store it in an anti-static package. 3. If you wish to remove additional SIMMs, repeat steps 1 and 2,
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    in the FLASH memory Ll Alter the starting video controller base address. If you need to change any jumper settings, follow the instructions in this section. The table below lists the jumper settings and their functions. Main system board jumper settings Jumper number Description Jumper
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    Jumper setting Function E0390 1 to 2 2 to 3* Disables and clears the power-on password Enables power-on password operation E0391 SIMM Bank 0 1 to 2* 2 to 3 1 MB jumpers, remove them following the instructions on page 6-8. Then change any jumper settings as needed. 6-16 Installing
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    in this chapter describe how to install and remove optional drives in your computer. You can use these instructions to install a variety of devices, including diskette drives, hard disk drives, SCSI drives, tape drives, and CD-ROM drives. Although your drive may look different
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    Using the Correct Drive Bay Your computer contains nine bays that allow you to install various drive types in the following configurations: Three externally-accessible bays for mounting half-height 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch drives that use removable media. The system comes with a 3.5-inch diskette drive
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    can install 5.25-inch drives or 3.5-inch drives with 5.25-inch mounting frames attached in the external bays. See the manual that came with your drive(s) for instructions on attaching the mounting frames, if they are not already attached. Installing a Drive in an External Bay This section describes
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    already done so, remove the front panel from the system as described in Chapter 5. 5. If you are reinstalling the first drive, locate the two-wire power cable (P6) attached to connector P5. If you are installing a second or third drive, locate either the small (P13) or large (P4) four-wire
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    6. Hold the drive in front of the system and connect the power cable to the drive. Position the cable connector so that its holes fit over all the pins in the drive and then push in the
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    8. Position the drive so that the plastic slide rails on each side fit between the guide rails inside the drive bay, as shown below. Then push the drive into the bay until the slide rails lock in place. slide rail 7-6 Installing and Removing Disk Drives
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    9. If you installed a device that uses removable media, such as a diskette drive, you need to remove the appropriate slot cover from the computer's front panel. Remove the two screws that secure the slot cover to the inside of the front panel, as shown below. Then remove the slot cover and store it
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    tab in toward the drive and pull the drive partially out of the bay. 3. While holding the drive in front of the system, disconnect the power and ribbon cables attached to the drive. Grasp the cable connector and pull it straight out from the drive so you do not damage the
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    system that a diskette drive or other device is removed. For information, see Chapters 2 and 3. Installing and Removing an IDE Hard Disk Drive Your computer supports up to two IDE hard disk drives, which can be installed in the upper internal drive bays. Before you install a new IDE drive, be sure
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    connected to any drives already installed in the IDE drive bay assembly. 2. While supporting the IDE drive bay assembly, remove the screw that attaches it to the computer anti-static surface. Now follow the instructions in the appropriate section below to install or remove an IDE drive.
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    the drive bay assembly over and install the drive so that the component side is facing up, as shown below. Make sure the ribbon and power cable sockets are at the end of assembly with the screw hole. screw hole 2. Align the two mounting holes in each side of the drive
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    need to install a second IDE hard disk drive, repeat step 2. 4. Follow the instructions on page 7-13 to replace the IDE drive bay assembly. Removing an IDE Drive four screws that attach the drive to the assembly. Be sure to support the drive as you loosen the screws so it does not damage any other
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    another in the system, you need to change the jumper settings on the remaining drive. See the documentation that came with your drive for instructions on changing the jumpers. 4. Replace the IDE drive bay assembly as described below. Replacing the IDE Drive Bay Assembly Follow these steps to replace
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    attach it to the top of the computer case with the screw you removed earlier. 4. Connect the ribbon and power cables as described in the next section. Connecting the IDE Ribbon and Power Cables The IDE ribbon cable includes three connectors: P1, P2, and P3. P1 connects to the main system board
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    If your system did not come with an IDE drive already installed, the ribbon cable came in the box with your computer and you must first connect it to the computer's main system board. Follow the steps below beginning with step 1. 1. Connect P1 of the IDE ribbon cable to the IDE interface, J0821, on
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    3. Connect P3 of the IDE ribbon cable to the drive in the top half of the drive bay assembly. Connect P2 of the IDE ribbon cable to the drive in the lower half of the drive bay assembly. (If you installed only one drive, connect P3 of the IDE ribbon cable to the drive.) Align the tab on the
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    of the drive in the top half of the drive bay assembly. Connect power cable P6 to the drive in the lower half of the drive bay assembly. (If you installed only one drive, connect either P6 or P7;
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    Installing a SCSI Drive Your computer supports a variety of single-ended SCSI devices. If you plan to install one to four SCSI drives, use only the SCSI (lower) internal bays. If you
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    drive installed, you will not need to install a SCSI adapter or the LED cable, so begin with step 4. Otherwise, begin with step 1. 1. Follow the instructions in your SCSI adapter documentation to set any jumpers or switches on the adapter card. Then see "Installing an Option Card" in Chapter 6 for
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    5. Record the drive's model, serial, and SCSI ID number in the "Equipment Log" on page 1-11. 6. Follow the instructions in the SCSI drive's documentation to set any jumpers or switches on the drive and to install or remove the terminating resistors. Note Do not
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    until the slide rails lock in place, as shown below. guide rail V \ slide rail ribbon and power cable sockets 9. Repeat steps 4 through 8 to install any the instructions on page 7-9 to remove the IDE drive bay assembly. Then return to page 7-22 for instructions on connecting the ribbon and power
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    a fifth or sixth SCSI drive in the upper external bays, follow the instructions on page 7-3. Then return to this page for instructions on connecting the SCSI ribbon and power cables to your drive(s). Installing the SCSI Ribbon and Power Cables This section explains how to connect SCSI ribbon and
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    ribbon cable to the SCSI adapter you installed on the main system board. 2. To route the cable from the SCSI adapter to the first drive, guide the cable underneath the adapter and into the gap between the lower SCSI drive bays and the bottom of the computer, as shown below. SCSI
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    cable into the cutout. See "Removing a Drive from an External Bay" on page 7-8 for instructions. 5. Connect P6 or P7 of the SCSI ribbon cable to the SCSI device that you SCSI device. Now follow the instructions in the next section to connect the power cables. 7-24 Installing and Removing Disk Drives
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    a fifth or sixth SCSI drive in either the upper internal bays or the external bay, connect power cables P6 and P7 to these drives. Now see your SCSI adapter and drive documentation for instructions on installing your SCSI drivers. Removing a SCSI Drive Before you remove any SCSI drive(s), check your
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    sure to reconnect ribbon cable connector P7 to the SCSI device that will now be the last device on the SCSI bus. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the power socket on the drive. 3. To remove a SCSI drive from the upper internal drive bay, first follow the steps on page 7-10 to remove
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    4. If necessary, remove the four screws, two grounding clips, and two slide rails from the drive and save them. 5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each drive you need to remove. Also check your SCSI drive documentation for any other steps you may need to perform. Installing and Removing Disk Drives 7-
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    not help solve the problem, see "Where to Get Help" in the Introduction for instructions on contacting your dealer or the Epson Connection. identifying Your your computer or press the reset button. When the computer performs its power-on diagnostic tests, the version number of your system's ROM BIOS
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    the computer finds an error, it reports one of the following types of error messages: Ll Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages Q Error tone codes for fatal errors (that lock up the to your dealer when you report a problem. These error messages are described below. A - 2 Troubleshooting
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    error. The table below lists the power-on diagnostic and boot error messages, and some basic solutions to the problems. Check the appropriate section(s) in this appendix for other solutions. Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages Real-time clock RAM Contact your dealer Troubleshooting A-3
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    Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages (continued) First 64KB RAM chip or First 64KB RAM chip or First 64KB RAM chip or Contact your dealer Contact your dealer Contact your dealer Contact your dealer A - 4 Troubleshooting
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    dealer BIOS conflict at E0000H 690 690 CMOS power failure Run SETUP or the ECU; contact your dealer if 691 CMOS checksum failure the problem persists 692 Extended CMOS checksum failure 693 Default EISA slots Not an error 670 Initialize serial ports Not an error Troubleshooting A-5
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    your dealer if the problem persists 540 VGA/EGA BIOS failed to initialize 520 Initialize console Not an error redirection 500 Display sign-on message Not an error 490 490 No timer tick interrupt Run SETUP or the ECU; contact your dealer if the problem persists A - 6 Troubleshooting
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    Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages (continued) keyboard or controller may have failed; contact your dealer if the problem persists Not an error Troubleshooting A-7
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    Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages (continued) correctly; contact your dealer if the problem Read nnnn Expecting Memory read/write failure at nnnn:nnnn, Decreasing available immediately Enable hardware Not an error interrupts 210 Read keyboard ID Not an error A-8 Troubleshooting
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    by running SETUP or the ECU; contact your dealer if the problem persists 121 Hard drive controller failure 122 Hard drive 0 failure Run SETUP or the ECU and check all connections; contact your dealer if the problem persists 110 Chipset initialization 9 Not an error Troubleshooting A-9
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    Power-on diagnostic and boot error messages (continued) Error Countdown message number number Message 090 090 Internal cache test failed- file for the board; run the ECU to configure slot n or, if necessary, replace the board; contact your dealer if the problem persists A-10 Troubleshooting
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    Power drive A insert a diskette and try again; contact your dealer if the problem persists 001 Not a bootable diskette Remove the diskette from the drive and the system from the hard disk drive; contact your dealer if the problem persists 002 No boot device available Make sure you are using a
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    a bootable disk; format your hard disk as necessary; contact your dealer if the problem persists Error Tone Codes If power-on diagnostic tests detect an error but cannot display an error message, the computer sounds serious (non-fatal) you can continue using your computer. A-12 Troubleshooting
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    8 2-3-2 First 64KB RAM failure--bit 9 2-3-3 First 64KB RAM failure--bit A 2-3-4 First 64KB RAM failure-bit B 2-4-1 First 64KB RAM failure-bit C 2-4-2 First 64KB RAM failure-bit D Troubleshooting A-13
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    tone code Description 3-3-4 3-4-1 Screen memory test failure Screen initialization test failure 3-4-2 Screen retrace test failure Power or lock-up Problems If you are having trouble with the computer's power or the system locks up, see the suggestions below. The computer does not start when you
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    /Mouse Lock button to unlock them. See Chapter 4 for instructions. D If you entered the wrong password and cannot access your system, see "Password Problems" below. If you are running a software program, try respond after a reasonable length of time, proceed to the next step. Troubleshooting A-15
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    technical support. Password Problems If you set a power-on, network, or keyboard password and you have trouble entering it, check the section below that describes the problem you change of delete the password. See Chapter 4 for instructions on changing or deleting your password. A-16 Troubleshooting
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    run SETUP. Follow the instructions in Chapter 2 to set a new power-on password using the SETUP program. 8. Insert the Reference diskette in drive A and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4 to set a new power-on password using the EISA System Utilities. Troubleshooting A - 1 7
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    so, press the Keyboard/Mouse Lock button to unlock it. See Chapter 4 for instructions. a If you are still having problems, see "Power or Lock-up Problems" above. Monitor Problems See the suggestions below if you have trouble with your monitor display. There is no display on the screen. CI Make sure
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    to see if the electrical outlet supplies power. cl You may have redirected your settings. See Chapter 6 for instructions. The monitor does not display Chapter 6 and the manual that came with the card for instructions. Q Be sure you adapter for your software. Diskette Problems Ll Check to see if you
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    If this works, the trouble may be in your diskette drive. See "Diskette Drive Problems" below. Cl Make sure instructions. cl If you are still having trouble with the drive, contact your Epson dealer. The diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises. Contact your Epson dealer. A-20 Troubleshooting
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    cannot access the drive, review the instructions in your operating system manual. Make sure you performed the necessary steps in the installation process for your configuration. Cl If you still cannot identify the problem, consult the dealer from whom you purchased the drive. Troubleshooting A-21
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    manual to see if this is the case, and change the operating speed of the processor if necessary. See "Changing the Processor Speed" in Chapter 4 for instructions problems with your software, consult your software documentation or contact the manufacturer for technical support. A-22 Troubleshooting
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    Problems CI Make sure the printer has power and is properly connected to the computer. (Also, be sure your printer has paper in it.) Cl Check the printer manual sure they are correct. See Chapters 2 and 3 for instructions. Option Card Problems Cl Make sure the option card is properly inserted in its
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    Memory Module Problems cl If the memory count displayed by power-on diagnostics, the SETUP program, or the EISA See Chapters 2 and 3 for instructions. ci If you are still having trouble with your SIMMs, write down any error messages you see and contact your dealer. A - 2 4 Troubleshooting
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    port. See Chapters 2 and 3 for more information. Cl If you are still having trouble with your mouse, check the documentation that came with it for troubleshooting information or contact your mouse dealer. SCSI Drive Problems Make sure that the cables connecting any external SCSI devices are firmly
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    Appendix B Specifications Main System Board System memory 8MB RAM standard on two 4MB SIMMs; expandable using 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, or 32MB single- or double-sided SIMMs up to 128MB (maximum); SIMMs must be 80ns, 36-bit, 72-pin, tin-plated, fast-page mode type; 16MB and 32MB SIMMs may be 70ns
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    optional Intel OverDrive processor 15-pin, D-shell analog connector Two RS-232-C, 9-pin, D-shell connectors; asynchronous 25-pin, D-shell connector; supports IBM AT compatible or PS/2 compatible (bidirectional) signals; software selectable Mini DIN, 6-pin connector for PS/2 compatible mouse or other
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    density, 360KB 3.5-inch, high-density, 1.44MB 3.5-inch, double-density, 720KB Interface on the main system board supports up to two IDE drives with embedded controllers VGA controller supports standard VGA resolutions Mass Storage Bays Up to nine half-height devices maximum; one full-height or two
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    ° to 65° C) (-20° to 60° C) 95% at 131° F (55° C) 20% to 95% at 131°F(55°C) To 10,000 ft (3048 m) To 10,000 ft (3048 m) Power Supply Type Input ranges Maximum current Output cables 230W, fan-cooled, switch-selectable voltage 100 to 120 VAC and 200 to 240 VAC, 50 to
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    5 Volt current limitation To determine the maximum allowable amperage of your option cards and other equipment, use the table below. It lists the typical system 5 Volt current drain for your main system board and other components. Check the 5 Volt amperage rating of the equipment you install and
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    125V. 10A ANSI C73.11, NEMA 5-15-P. IEC 83 240-Volt power source requirements AC plug Plug type Reference standard Europe 240V, 10A to IEC 83 UL 198.6 no. 18/3AWG, or no. 16/3AWG, or 300V. 10A or 13A Power cord 1.00 mm2 300V, 10A 1.00 mm2 3OOV, 10A 1.OO mm2 3OOV, 10A
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    System Memory Map System ODFFFFh Memory stem BIOS area Reserved for ROM and RAM expansion boards Specifications B-7
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    512MB 1MB &(OK 100000 ? F0000 Recovely BIOS (16KB) EC000 "SW Ama (6KB) EADOO EISA Cmfigumtion (EKE) E8000 B-8 Specifications
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    Input/output Addresses I/O address 000-00F 020 - 021 026 027 040 - 043 048 - 04B 060,064 061 070 070 071 078 080 - 08F 092 0A0 - 0A1 0C0 - ODE 0F0 0F8 - OFF 1F0 - 1F8 278 - 27B 2C0 - 2DF 2E8 - 2EF 2F8 - 2FF 378 - 37F 3B0 - 3BB Device Slave DMA controller 1 Master interrupt controller 1
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    Input/output addresses (continued) I/O address Device 3BC - 3BE Parallel port 3 (LPT3); parallel port 1 (PS/2-compatible) 3BF - 3DF 16C552 registers 3E8 - 3EF Serial port 3 (COM3) 3F0 - 3F5 Onboard diskette controller 3F6 Onboard IDE hard drive controller 3F7 Onboard IDE read 3F7
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    System Interrupts Specifications B-11
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    Glossary Access speed The length of time it takes for an information storage device, such as memory or a disk drive, to return a piece of data requested by another device. For example, your computer's SIMMs return data requested by the microprocessor at an access speed of 80ns (nanoseconds). Address
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    Base memory See Conventional memory. BIOS Basic Input/Output System. Routines in ROM (Read Only Memory) that handle the transfer of information among various hardware components, and between the hardware and your operating system and other software. Bus A wire or group of wires that sends
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    Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. A type of low-power silicon chip used for RAM and switching applications See also Key disk. CPU Central Processing Unit. The primary computer device that interprets instructions, performs the tasks you indicate, keeps track of stored data, and controls all
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    disk drive, a monitor, or a printer. Device driver A file containing instructions that allow your computer to recognize and communicate with a device. The device be a printer, monitor, or other type of device. Diagnostics See Power-on diagnostics. DIP switch Dual Inline Package switch. A small rocker
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    Disk Operating System. The generic term for the operating system software that controls a computer and directs its input and output functions. See also MS-DOS and Operating system. EGA Enhanced Graphics Adapter. A type of display adapter card that allows you to display high-resolution graphics on an
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    FLASH memory Non-volatile, rewritable, random access memory. Your computer's BIOS and EISA configuration information is temporarily stored in a FLASH memory device. Hexadecimal A base-16 numbering system frequently used by programmers to represent the binary numbers used by the computer. Any decimal
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    stand-alone computers. LIM EMS 4.0 Version 4.0 of the Lotus®/Intel/Microsoft® Expanded Memory Specification-a description of a capability your computer has for supporting programs that use expanded memory. See also Expanded memory. Main system board The board built into your computer containing the
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    MCGA Multi-color Graphics Array. A type of display adapter that emulates a color graphics adapter (CGA). MCGA provides two additional modes: 640 x 480 in two colors and 320 x 200 in 256 colors. See also CGA. MDA Monochrome Display Adapter. A type of display adapter that displays in 80 column by 25
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    MS-DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System. The operating system most commonly used with Intel-based computers. MS-DOS is a command- based, single-user, single-tasking operating system. See also DOS, OS/2, and Operating system. Multifrequency monitor A monitor that accepts input at different frequencies
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    Operating speed The speed at which the computer's processor can execute commands, usually expressed in megahertz (MHz), such as 66 MHz. Operating system A collection of programs that manages a computer's operations, such as interpreting input, managing files, and reading and writing data to disk.
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    disk. Real-time clock A clock inside the computer that keeps track of the time and date, even when the computer is turned off, by using power from a backup battery. Refresh rate The frequency with which a monitor can redraw a screen image. The faster the refresh rate, the less the screen will
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    . A portion of memory that can only be read and cannot be modified. ROM retains its contents even when you turn off the computer by using power from a backup battery. RS-232C A widely used, standard type of serial communication. You can connect up to two RS-232C devices to the computer's built
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    separate accessible areas. On a tape cassette, the tracks run parallel to the edge of the tape. See also Sector. UNIX A powerful operating system that supports multitasking and is especially suited to multi-user environments. UNIX@' is compatible with a range of computers, from personal computers to
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    Wife-protect To protect the data on a diskette from being changed by placing a write-protect tab over the notch on a 5.25-inch diskette or by setting the write-protect switch on a 3.5-inch diskette. You can also write-protect a file on a disk by using software to designate the file read-only. When a
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    A Accessing components, 5-1 -9, 6-3, 6-8 Advanced configuration options, 3-20, 3-23 -24 Altitude, B-4 Application software compatibility, 2-11 problems, A-22 technical support, Intro-4 Authorized Epson dealers, Intro-4 B Back panel, 1-6 -7 Base memory, 2-8, 3-12 Bays, mass storage, Intro-1, 7-1 -27
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    Electromagnetic interference, 1-1 Environmental conditions, 1-1 requirements, B-4 Epson Connection, Intro-4 Equipment log, 1-11 Error messages, 13 IDE, Intro-1, 2-5, 3-13, 6-2 installing, 7-1 -27 interface, Intro-1, 6-2 problems, A-21 -22 removing, 7-1 -27 SCSI, see SCSI specifications, B-3 types,
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    1-3, 1-9 locking, 1-8, 4-4, 4-12 -13, 4-19 -20 operating without, 2-7, 3-16, 4-20-21 password, 4-5, 4-8, 4-11 -13 port, Intro-1, 1-6 -7 problems, A-18 reactivating, 4-4 Keyboard specifications, B-2 using, 3-5 Keyboard/Mouse Lock button, 1-8, 4-2, 4-4, 4-19 -20 Keys, 1-3, 4-3 L Language, 2-4 Lock-up
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    Password(s) changing, 4-9 -11 deleting, 4-9 -11 entering, 4-8 -9 jumper, 6-16, A-16 -18 keyboard, 4-5, 4-8, 4-11 -13 network, 4-5, 4-7 power-on, 4-5 problems, A-16 -18 setting, 2-7, 4-5 -8, 4-19 Peripheral devices, connecting, 1-6 -7, 1-9 Port(s) keyboard, Intro-1, 1-6 -7 locating, 1-6 mouse, Intro
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    instructions, iii-vi, 1-8, 5-1 -2 SCI files, 3-1 -2, 3-25 -26 SCSI adapter, Intro-2 bus, 7-20 drives, Intro-1, 2-11, 3-19, 7-1, B-3 ID number, 7-20 problems compatibility, 2-11 problems, A-22 technical support, Intro4 Speaker, 3-8-9 Time-dependent software, 2-10 Troubleshooting, A-1 -25 V VGA adapter
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    W Weight of computer, B-3 Where to Get Help, Intro-4 Width of computer, B-3 6 Index
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    Latin America Miami, FL, USA Tel: (305) 265-0092 Fax: (305) 265-0097 Epson Argentina, S.A. Buenos Aires, Argentina Tel: (541) 322-7487 Fax: (541) 3224637 Epson Chile, S.A. Santiago, Chile Tel: (562) 231-5358 Fax: (562) 233-3197 Epson Costa Rica, S.A. San Jose, Costa Rica Tel: (506) 34-6666 Fax: (506
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    reset button power button power indicator Y- IDE/SCSI drive / indicator SCSI drive indicator keyboard poti serial port 2 8' keyboard/mouse lock button keyboard/mouse lock indicator voltage selector switch c/ AC inlet - mouse port - serial port 1 - parallel port A cover lock
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