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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 of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or states do of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retri
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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. l Unplug the computer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the computer. l Do not place the computer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat register. l Do not block or cover the openings in the computer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. l Use only the type of power source indicate
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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 Débrancher 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 près d’une source de chaleur. l Ne pas bloquer ni couvrir les orifices d'aération d
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERlCAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 receptio
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Introduction Video 2 .................................. . ............................. . 3 Energy Saving s .............................. . 3 VGA Driver s ......................... . 4 optional Equipment 5 How to Use This Manua l ....................... . ........................... . 6 Where to Get Hel p ................. . 7 CompuServe On-line Suppor t Chapter 1 Setting up Your system ..................... . Unpacking Your Computer 1-1 ................. . Setting the Voltage Selector Swit
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Chapter 2 Using Your Computer ........................ . 2-1 Working Comfortably ................. . 2-2 Stopping a Comman d or Program ....................... . 2-3 Resetting the Computer 2-4 Using Energy Wisely ......................... . 2-4 Using Your Green PC Features ................... . ................... . 2-5 Changing the Processor Speed chapter 3 Installing and Removing Options 3-2 Removing the Cover ......................... . 3-4 Replacing the Cover ......................... . 3-5
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Chapter 5 Trobleshooting ....................... . 5-1 Identifying Your System 5-3 .................... . The Computer Will Not Start 5-4 ................. . The Computer Does Not Respond .......................... . 5-5 Keyboard Problems 5-5 Mouse Problems. . .......................... . 5-6 Monitor Problems. . ......................... . ........................... . 5-7 Diskette Problems 5-8 ....................... . Diskette Drive Problems 5-8 ...................... . Hard Disk Drive Proble
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......................... . Hardware Interrupt s ......................... . System Memory Ma p System I/O Address Ma p ...................... . Connector Pin Assignment s ..................... . A-16 Glossary Inde x viii A-14 A-14 A-13
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® Your EPSON computer provides powerful system performance and offers a wide range of enhancement options. System features include: ® ® Choice of microprocessor: Intel or Cyrix 486SX/25 or /33; DX/33, /40, or /50; DX2/50 or /66; SX2/50; DX4/75 or /100; or Pentium™ OverDrive™ Energy Star compliant, low-power standby mode for the hard disk drive and video display 4MB or 8MB of internal memory, expandable to 64MB System and video BIOS shadow RAM 8KB of internal cache integrated into the micropro
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Five 16-bit, ISA-compatible option slots Space for up to seven mass storage devices (four externally accessible and three internal) On-board support for up to two IDE hard disk drives and two diskette drives (or one diskette drive and one tape drive) Math coprocessor integrated into the DX, DX2, and Pentium microprocessors Real-time clock and calendar on main system board with built-in rechargeable battery backup. Using the built-in interfaces, you can connect most of your peripheral devices dir
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Energy Savings In standard configurations, this computer complies with the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Program, which promotes the manufacture of energyefficient printers, computers, and monitors. Your computer’s “Green PC” feature places the hard disk drive in a low-power standby mode when the mouse and keyboard have been inactive for a specified period of time. It also stops sending video signals to your monitor. Note If you have an Energy Star compliant monitor
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Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and a wide variety of options, as described in Chapters 3 and 4. Memory By adding 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, or 32MB SIMMs (single inline memory modules) to the main system board, you can expand the computer’s memory up to 64MB. Video You can increase the video memory in memory your system to 1MB, which allows you to use higher resolutions with more colors. CPU Your system supports a variety of microprocessors
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How to Use This Manual You do not have to read everything in this manual; check the following chapter summaries. Chapter 1 provides simple instructions for setting up your system and for turning it on and off. It also describes running the SETUP program to define your computer’s configuration. Chapter 2 covers general operating procedures, resetting the computer, using the Green PC features, and changing the processor speed. Chapter 3 describes how to remove and replace the computer’s cover, cha
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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 EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides support services through the EPSON Connection. In the United States, dial (800) 92245911. In Canada, dial (800) GO-EPSON. Call the EPSON Connection for the following: Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products Assistance in locating your nearest
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If you need help with any software application program you are using, see the documentation that came with that program for technical support information. CompuServe On-line Support If you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, tables for DIP switch or jumper settings, and bulletins for EPSON products is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a free introductor
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Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System This chapter briefly describes how to set up your computer. It includes the following information: Unpacking your computer Setting the voltage selector switch Connecting system components Turning the computer on and off Running the SETUP program Post-SETUP procedures. Unpacking Your Computer When you unpack your system, make sure you have the items shown below. setting Up Your system 1-1
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If you purchased any optional equipment that goes inside the computer-such as option cards, memory modules, or drives-you should install these devices before you connect your computer. See Chapters 3 and 4 for instructions. Setting the Voltage Selector Switch Your system is powered by a 200 Watt power supply. The power supply voltage is controlled by a voltage selector switch on the computer’s back panel. You can set this switch to 110 VAC or 220 VAC. EPSON ships the computer with the voltage se
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caution Before you turn on the power to your system, make sure the voltage selector is set to the appropriate setting for the electrical power source in your location or you will seriously damage your system. To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switch to the right to select 220 VAC or to the left to select 110 VAC. voltage selector switch Setting Up Your System 1-3
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Connecting System Components Use the following illustration to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, printer, and other devices. caution Although the connectors and ports for the mouse and keyboard are physically identical, they cannot be used interchangeably. Be sure to plug the mouse connector into the MOUSE port, or you may damage your system. 1-4 setting Up Your system
