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EPSON®
User’s Guide
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EPSON® User’s Guide Update In order to take advantage of the latest technology, the system board in your computer has been completely redesigned. This update includes last-minute information that was not available at the time your on-screen User’s Guide was created. External Cache Your computer supports up to 1MB of external cache. If your system already has cache installed, it can be increased up to 1MB. However, you cannot install cache chips yourself. Please contact your Authorized EPSON Serv
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The illustration below shows the correct location of jumpers and other components on the system board in your computer. 2
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Jumper Settings The jumpers on the system board have been renumbered, as shown in the tables below. The factory default settings are indicated by an asterisk (*). Miscellaneous jumper settings Parallel port ECP mode DRQ jumper settings CPU voltage jumper settings CPU voltage JP18 3.3V 3-4 3.45V 5-6 3.6V 7-8 4.0V 9-10 5.0V 1-2 3
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IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties ofmerchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved. No part of th
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Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer. Unplug the computer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the computer. Do not place the computer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat register. Do not block or cover the openings in the computer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. Use only the type of power source indicated on the
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Importantes instructions de sécurité 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. l Debrancher l’ordinateur avant de le nettoyer. N’utiliser qu’un chiffon humide. Veiller à ne pas renverser de liquides sur l’appareil. l Ne pas placer l’ordinateur sur une surface instable ni prés d’une source de chaleur. l Ne pas bloquer ni couvrir les orifices d’aération d
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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Bitte lesen Sie diese Sicherheitshinweise, und heben Sie sie zur späteren Verwendung auf. Beachten Sie alle Warnungen und Anweisungen, die auf dem Computer angebracht sind. Ziehen Sie das Netzkabel des Computers vor der Reinigung heraus. Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung nur ein feuchtes Tuch. Achten Sie darauf, dass keine Flüssigkeiten auf dem Computer verschüttet werden. Stellen Sie den Computer nur auf einer stabilen Arbeitsfläche auf, und halten Sie ihn von Heizkörpern
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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 beschädigt; Flüssigkeit ist in den Computer eingetreten; der Computer wurde fallengelassen oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt; der Computer funktioniert nicht ordnungsgemäss oder die Leistung hat sich merklich geändert. Stellen Sie nur die Bedienelemente ein, die in der Gebrauchsanweisung beschrieben sind. l Nehmen Sie den Computer bei
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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 or home computer needs. And because your computer is plug and play compliant and designed to take advantage of Microsoft@ Windows®95, you’ll be able to use all the latest technology. With the computer’s high-performance processor and memory you can run a vast array of the latest programs, utilities, and games designed for productivity and fun. Your system’s state-of
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High-speed, PCI video controller with 64-bit DRAM video interface and 32-bit CPU interface Two PCI ATA-2 compatible, enhanced IDE interfaces supporting up to four IDE devices, such as hard disk drives and CD-ROM drives (two on each interface) 8 or 16KB of internal cache in the processor and up to 512KB of external cache on the main system board 1MB of onboard video memory for resolutions up to 1024 x 768; memory expandable to 2MB Three Energy Star compliant power-saving modes for the CPU, video,
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ISA and PCI Expansion Buses Your computer includes expansion buses for two types of option cards: ISA and PCI. The PCI bus provides extremely fast data transfer (33 MHz) for up to two high-performance PCI cards, such as high-speed video cards. PCI cards use plug and play technology that automatically configures resources used by the card, such as interrupt requests and memory addresses. The ISA bus transfers data at 8.33 MHz for up to three 16-bit ISA option cards. You can use these slots for st
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Chapter 1 provides instructions for setting up your system and connecting peripheral devices such as the monitor and printer. Chapter 2 describes how to run the SETUP program to change your computer’s configuration and how to install the PCI IDE and video drivers. Chapter 3 covers general operating procedures, such as using your Green PC features and using a password. Chapter 4 describes how to remove and replace the computer’s cover, change jumper settings, and install optional equipment such a
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Customer relations EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature on current and new products. You can purchase printed manuals, accessories, or parts for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories 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 any software program you are
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CompuServe online support CompuServe ® members can call the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are already a member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Forum. 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: An introductory credit on CompuServe Your own user ID and password A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServe’s monthly publication. To take a
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Contents 1 Computer Features ......................... 2 Power-saving Features ....................... 3 ................... ISA and PCI Expansion Buses ...................... 3 System and Video BIOS 3 How to Use This Manual ...................... 4 Where to Get Help ......................... 5 Electronic Support Services .................. Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System l-l Choosing a Location ........................ 1-2 Setting the Voltage Selector Switch ................ 1-3 ..............
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Chapter 3 3-1 Working Comfortably ................ 3-2 Using the Right Furniture ........... ........... 3-3 Positioning Your Monitor 3-4 Lighting Your Workspace ........... ........ 3-4 Using the Keyboard and Mouse 3-5 Maintaining Good Posture and Work Habits 3-6 Backing Up Your Files ................ 3-6 Using Energy Wisely ................. 3-7 Using Your Green PC Features ........... Inserting and Removing Diskettes ......... 3-8 ......... 3-9 Stopping a Command or Program 3-10 Resetting the
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Chapter 5 Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket ............ . 5-2 Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Mounting Bracke t .... . 5-4 Setting the IDE Device Jumper s ............... 5-5 Installing the Hard Disk Drive ............... 5-6 Replacing the Bracket in the Compute r .......... . 5-7 Connecting the Drive Cable s ................. 5-8 Reconnecting the Cables to the Diskette Driv e ...... . 5-12 Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Mounting Bracke t .. . 5-13 Installing a Drive in an External
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...................... 7-12 CD-ROM Drive Problems .......................... 7-12 Password Problems 7-13 Software Problems .......................... 7-14 Printer or Scanner Problems ..................... 7-15 ........................ Option Card Problems ..................... 7-16 Memory Module Problems 7-17 Controller Problems ......................... 7-17 External Cache Problems ...................... Appendix A Specifications A-2 .............. CPU and Memory A-3 Controllers ...............
