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Configuring Your System...2-6Starting the Program...2-6Setting the Date and Time...2-8Performing

Align the cable connector with the drive interface so that thedivider in the connector lines up with the gap in theinterface, as shown below. Then pus

12. Locate the hard disk drive cable. If you are installing yourfirst hard disk drive, this cable came in the box with yourcomputer. If you are instal

Removing a DriveFollow these steps to remove a drive from the external bay:1.Disconnect the power supply and drive cables from the backof the drive yo

3.4.5.Grasp the drive from the front and pull it out.NoteIf you are removing an IDE hard disk drive from theexternal bay and it is your only hard disk

Installing or Removing a Drive in the Internal BayYou can install only 3½-inch hard disk drives in yourcomputer’s internal drive bay. If you are insta

Removing a DriveFollow these steps to remove an internal drive:1.Disconnect the power supply and drive cables from the drive(if you have not already d

NoteIf you remove one IDE hard disk drive and leave anotherone in the computer, you must set the jumpers on theremaining drive to indicate that you no

2.Adjust the drive’s position so that the four mounting screwholes on the drive are aligned with the corresponding holesin the drive bay. Then secure

3.If you are installing your first hard disk drive, you mustlocate the hard disk drive cable that came with yourcomputer. You connect this cable to th

Align the notched corners of the cable connector with thenotched comers of the drive socket, as shown below. Thenpush in the connector.3.Locate the ca

Chapter 5Installing and Removing OptionsMain System Board Map...5-2Processor Board Maps...5-3Option Cards...

To connect the cable, align the cable connector with the driveinterface so the connector row that has a blocked hole linesup with the interface row th

Appendix ARunning System DiagnosticsYou can test the following devices using the System diagnosticsprogram:tl System boardLt Numeric coprocessorCl Sys

Starting the ProgramFollow these steps to start the System diagnostics program:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Insert the Reference 1 diskette in drive A and turn on

When the list is correct, you can run diagnostic tests on eachdevice. If you do not want to test a device, you can removeit from the list. You can als

Adding TestsIf you want to add devices to the Items Detected list, followthese steps:1.Press It) or a to select Add Tests. You see the Addmenu, such a

Running TestsFollow these steps to run a test from the Execute menu:1.Press It) or m to select Execute. You see the Executemenu, such as the followi

Use [rl or m or type the number of the desired optionto highlight a test and then press CEnter] to run it.NoteIf you selected to run the tests more th

System Diagnostic TestsThe table below lists all the System diagnostic tests you can runon your system.System diagnostic testsl The Write, read check

Error MessagesThe following table lists all the error messages that may appearduring System diagnostic testing.System diagnostic error messagesA-8Runn

System diagnostic error messages (continued)Running System DiagnosticsA-9

Running Tests...A-5Resuming From an Error...A-6System Diagnostic Tests...A-7Error Messa

Appendix BFormatting a Hard DiskThis appendix describes how to low-level (or physically)format a hard disk. This procedure should not be confusedwith

NoteSometimes, after a hard disk has been used for a long time,its data becomes fragmented, causing the disk to performless efficiently or produce err

You see the Hard Disk Format Menu:1 - Format2- Destructive surface analysis3 - Non-destructive surface analysis0- ExitThe option you choose depends on

Reformatting a Used DiskTo reformat a disk you have been using, follow these steps:1.Use the Non-destructive surface analysis option to check forunfla

Option I, FormatIf you select Format from the Hard Disk Format Menu, yousee the following (for a disk with no defective track table):Format Hard Disk&

For an Epson hard disk drive, it is best to accept therecommended skewed sector (also called the interleavefactor) of 1, since this setting allows you

4.The program now allows you to edit the defective track table.At the bottom of the table is this prompt:Modify defective track table ? (Y/N)Select N

If you make a mistake, move the cursor block to the incorrecttrack and press a to change the track data or [Dl to delete thetrack from the table. Chan

If you continue with formatting, you see:Format started.Head: nnn Cylinder : nnnnnYou see the head and cylinder numbers decrease as theprogram progres

To start this test, select Destructive surface analysisfrom the Hard Disk Format Menu. You see these messages:Analyze Hard Disk<Drive n:>Read/Sa

Appendix D SpecificationsMain System Board...Interfaces...Controllers...Processor Board...

If the program finds an unflagged bad track, the report isfollowed by a table like this:Write,Read Error TracksCylinder HeadCylinder HeadCylinder Head

As the program checks each track, it decreases the cylindernumbers to zero. When the test is complete, the programdisplays a report on the status of t

Appendix CTroubleshootingYou should not encounter any difficulties as you set up and useyour computer, but if anything out of the ordinary happens,ref

2.At the command prompt, enter the appropriate command todisplay the version number of your operating system.Write it down, and then obtain the versio

Power-on diagnostic error tone codesTroubleshooting C-3

Power-on diagnostic error tone codes (continued)C-4Troubleshooting

Power or Lock-up ProblemsIf you are having trouble with the computer’s power or thesystem locks up, see the suggestions below.The computer does not st

QIf you think the problem may be caused by a loose physicalconnection inside the computer, follow these steps:1.Remove any diskettes and then turn off

The computer does not respond when you type.If you have just turned on the computer, check the following:LiMake sure your keyboard is securely connect

When these circuits detect a high temperature, they shut off allthe DC outputs in the power supply and your computer stopsoperating. This does not dam

TablesKey commands...2-4System board options...2-11Default non-cache address blocks...2-14Hard dis

Password ProblemsIf you set a password using the System Configuration programand you have trouble using your password, check the sectionbelow that des

2.Replace the computer’s cover. (See Chapter 4 forinstructions.)3.If you do not have a hard disk, insert a bootable diskette indrive A. Turn on the co

When the computer reboots, you see the Enter passwordprompt. Enter the password to access your system.NoteIf you turned on network server mode when yo

The monitor does not display images correctly.LlMake sure your monitor and display adapter card match.Also, be sure any switches or jumpers on the car

Diskette Drive ProblemsIf you think there is something wrong with your diskette drive,check this section.You see an error message or have difficulty w

Hard Disk ProblemsIf you think there is something wrong with your hard disk, seethe suggestions below.You have problems with a newly-installed drive.0

You notice a reduction in hard disk performance.ClThe data on the disk may have become fragmented. Youmay want to back up all your data and then use a

Printer ProblemsLlMake sure the printer has power and is properly connectedto the computer. (Also, be sure your printer has paper in it.)LICheck the p

QIf necessary, make sure that you used the proper cable toconnect the device to the option card connector.Memory Module ProblemstlIf the memory count

LlBe sure that you set the built-in mouse port option in theSystem Configuration program correctly for your mouseport. See Chapter 2 for more informat

IntroductionThe Epson® EISA Series computer is a powerful, versatilesystem ideally suited for use as either a network server or ahigh-performance pers

Appendix DSpecificationsMain System BoardSystem memoryBIOSShadow RAM4MB RAM standard on SIMMs; expandableusing lMB, 2MB, 4MB, or 8MB SIMMs upto 64MB (

MouseMini DIN, 6-pin connector for PS/2compatible mouse or other deviceKeyboardMini DIN, 6-pin connector for PS/2compatible keyboardOption slotsFive 3

Processor BoardCPUCache memoryMath coprocessorMass Storage Bays486SX/25 board: Intel 80486SX, 25 MHzmicroprocessor486DX/33 board: Intel 80486DX, 33 MH

Power SupplyType235W, fan-cooled, automatic input voltagesensing, thermally protectedInput ranges98 to 132 VAC and 196 to 264 VAC,47 to 63 HzMaximum c

KeyboardLayoutDetachable, two position, 101 or 102sculpted keysCountry-dependent main typewriterkeyboard; numeric/cursor controlkeypad; four-key curso

Power Source Requirements120 Volt power source requirements240 Volt power source requirementsD-6Specifications

System Memory MapUse of the memory areas for video memory and the video BIOS dependsupon the type of video adapter card installed.Specifications D-7

GlossaryAddressA number or name that identifies the location whereinformation is stored in a computer’s memory.Application programA software program d

Base memoryThe memory in the computer below 1MB that is available toMS-DOS and application programs-usually 640KB. Alsocalled conventional memory or m

CFG (configuration) fileA file that provides the System Configuration program with allthe information it needs about your system board or an optioncar

The built-in interfaces let you connect basic peripheral devices(such as a printer and mouse) directly to the computer, leavingthe expansion slots for

Control codeA command (generated when you hold down C and pressanother key on the keyboard) that instructs the computer toperform a specific function.

DefaultAny value or setting that takes effect when the computer isturned on or reset. A default value stays in effect unless youoverride it temporaril

DMA channelDirect Memory Access channel. The pathway through whichdata is transferred between main storage and I/O devices. Thistransfer method requir

Expanded memoryMemory that specially written MS-DOS application programscan use with an Expanded Memory Specification (EMS) devicedriver.Extended Memo

High-densityA type of format that allows you to store more data than onsingle- or double-density diskettes. A 5¼-inch high-densitydiskette can store 1

LIM 4.0 EMSVersion 4.0 of the Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded MemorySpecification-a protocol that allows certain applicationprograms to use memory that

Megahertz(MHz)A unit used to measure oscillation frequency (of a computer’sinternal timing clock). A megahertz is one million cycles persecond.MemoryT

MonitorThe piece of hardware that contains the screen and displaysinformation.Monochrome monitorA monitor that displays in only one color, such as gre

Non-target modeling modeA method you can use to run the System Configurationprogram to create an SCI file for another computer. This modeprevents you

ParameterA qualifier added to a command that tells MS-DOS whatparticular conditions to look for and specifies information suchas what data to process

Optional EquipmentBy adding SIMMs to the main system board, you can expandthe computer’s memory up to 64MB.On the upgradeable processor board, you can

Processor boardA special, upgradable circuit board connected to the mainsystem board containing the microprocessor, cache memory,and a socket for a ma

ROMRead Only Memory. A portion of memory that can only be readand cannot be used for temporary storage. ROM retains itscontents even when you turn off

SerialThe type of interface that transmits data one bit at a time. Seealso Interface and Parallel.Shadow RAMThe feature provided by your computer that

TracksAddressable, concentric circles on a disk, resembling thegrooves on a record, which help to divide the disk into separateaccessible areas.UNIXAn

IndexAAccessing components, 4-l-12Address blocks, 2-14Advanced configuration,commands, 2-11, 2-19-20options, 2-17-18Alternate configuration files, 2-2

Configuration (continued),modes, 2-2, 2-21mouse, 2-4-5network server mode, 2-13non-cache area(s), 2-11, 2-14num lock mode, initial, 2-13numeric coproc

Drive,bays, 6-2-3see Diskette drive Or Hard diskdriveDriver, mouse, 2-4-5Drives,installing and removing, 6-l-20EEGA (Enhanced GraphicsAdapter), 2-12,

Hard disk drive (continued),removing, 6-1-16setting types, 2-15-17skewed sector, B-5-6slave drive, 6-4-5socket, 5-2specifications, D-2tracks, B-3-12ty

Math coprocessor,configuring, 2-12diagnostic test, A-l, A-7, C-17installing, l-3, 5-7, 5-9-10problems, C-18removing, 5-10socket, 5-3, 5-9-10, D-3speci

PParallel,icon, l-5interface, Intro-l, D-lport(s), configuring, 2-13port diagnostic tests, A-l, A-7Password,changing, 3-3deleting, 3-3disabling, C-8-1

How to Use This ManualThis manual explains how to set up, configure, and operateyour computer, as well as how to install options and rundiagnostic tes

SSafety instructions, iii, l-l-2,l-6-7, 4-1-2SCI files, 2-1, 2-18-20SCSI, subsystem, Intro-3SD command, 2-21-22Serial,icons, l-6interfaces, Intro-l, D

TVVentilation, l-2, C-7Verification mode, 2-18VGA, 2-12, 2-14, 2-23VGA card, see Video cardsVideo adapter card, see Video cardsVideo cards, see also O

EPSON’ EISA

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Where to Get HelpIf you purchased your computer outside of the United States,please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearestyou for custo

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR AMERICAN USERSThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digitaldevice, pursuant to

Chapter 1Setting Up Your SystemThis chapter describes the steps you perform to set up yoursystem for the first time. It defines the system requirement

It is important to choose a safe, convenient location for yoursystem. Make sure your location provides the following:A flat, hard surface. Surfaces li

Installation OveviewThis section lists the general steps you follow to install options,connect peripheral devices, and configure your system. Fordetai

9.Connect all of your peripheral devices.10. Install your operating system and any other applicationprograms. See the manuals that came with your soft

Connecting Peripheral DevicesYou may not want to connect all your peripheral devices beforeyou run the System Configuration program for the first time

Then connect the devices in the following order:1.Connect your peripheral device cables to the computer.2.Connect the power cords to the computer and

ClAlways turn off the power, disconnect the computer’spower cord, and wait 30 seconds before you remove thecover. Only remove the cover to access inte

Setting the Country Code for the first TimeTo run the Change Country Code utility the first time you bootyour computer from the Reference 1 diskette,

4.When you see the following message, press any key to rebootthe system and run the System Configuration program:Now you should reboot the system to r

Changing the Country CodeIf you need to change the country code for your system’skeyboard driver and configuration information, you can runthe CHGCTR

EPSON EISAUser’s Guide

If you do not want to run System Configuration, remove theReference 1 diskette from drive A and turn off yourcomputer.The AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS

Chapter 2Running System ConfigurationThe System Configuration program, provided with yoursystem on the Reference 1 diskette, allows you to configureyo

NoteThe first time you configure your computer, you must runthe program from the Reference 1 diskette and it is best toalways run it from there.How to

The Configuration ProcessThis section describes the following configuration operations:CiUsing the configuration filesLlUsing the keyboard or a mouse

Using the KeyboardIf you use a keyboard when you run the System Configurationprogram, refer to the table below for a description of the keysyou can us

To select most options, place the cursor on the option and clickthe left button once to highlight it and again to select it.When you see m or m on the

Configuring Your SystemFollow the instructions in this section and on your screen toconfigure your computer using the System Configurationprogram. You

3.Press IEnter You see the Main Menu:Main MenuLearn about configuring your computerConfigure computerSet dateSet timeAccess to other utilitiesMaintain

Setting the Date and TimeThe real-time clock in your computer continuously tracks thedate and time-even when the computer is turned off. The firsttime

Performing the Configuration StepsFollow these steps to configure your computer:1.At the Main Menu, select Configure computer. You seethis menu:Steps

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Adding or Removing a BoardSelect Step 2:Add or remove boards when you need toadd or remove an option card. The program displays a list ofthe computer’

The table below describes the settings available for each of thesystem board options.System board optionsRunning System Configuration2-11

System board options (continued)2-12 Running System Configuration

System board options (continued)Running System Configuration2-13

System board options (continued)Non-cache areasYour computer automatically caches all of your memory exceptfor the six non-cache memory blocks listed

Hard disk drive typesThe following table lists the types of hard disk drives youcan use in your computer. Check this table and the manual thatcame wit

2-16Running System Configuration

Hard disk drive types (continued)(1) Miniscribe 8425F. Seagate ST125(2) For Seagate (formerly CDC Imprimis) default setting (34 sectors per track)(3)

The table below describes the operations you can select fromthe Advanced menu and its submenus.Advanced configuration options2-18 Running System Confi

Using Alternate Configuration FilesWhen you save your configuration in your computer’s CMOS,the computer also creates or updates the System Configurat

Important Safety Instructions1.Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the c

1.Run the System Configuration program and selectMaintain system configuration diskettefromthe Main Menu.2.Select Load a backup SCI file.3.Select the

Using Special ModesYou can run the System Configuration program in variousspecial modes, including non-target modeling mode, bystarting the program wi

The table below describes the parameters you can use tomodify the way the program runs on your computer.NoteTo run the System Configuration program in

Then follow these steps to use the CF command:1.To run the program from a diskette, insert the Reference 1diskette in drive A and log onto drive A. To

Copying the Configuration Files to a Hard DiskTo run the System Configuration program from your hard disk,you must be running the MS-DOS operating sys

Chapter 3Using Your ComputerThis chapter briefly describes the following operations:IILocking the computer’s coverLlUsing a power-on passwordLlChangin

Using a Power-on PasswordIf you set a power-on password when you ran the SystemConfiguration program, you must enter it every time you turnon the comp

Changing or Deleting a PasswordYou can change or delete a password when you see the Enterpassword prompt. Follow these steps:1.Turn on the computer. Y

If you set a password but do not turn on network server mode,you must enter the password before the computer loads theoperating system or the network

NoteIf you boot from a diskette, you see the Enterpasswordprompt. Enter your password as described under “Using aPower-on Password” above.You cannot c

10. Do not allow the computer’s cord to become damaged or frayed.11. If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure thetotal of the ampere

If you often use a copy-protected program diskette, you maywant to set your processor speed to change automatically tolow speed when accessing the dis

NoteYou can use the commands listed above while you arerunning a program. However, if that program uses one ofthese commands for another function, you

You can use one of these parameters:ESPEED program parametersIf you do not include the parameter when you type the ESPEEDcommand, the program displays

Follow these steps to run HDDPARK:1.Insert the Reference 2 diskette in drive A and log onto thatdrive.2.Type HDDPARK and press IEnter The computer loc

Chapter 4Accessing lnternal ComponentsTo access your computer’s internal components, you need toremove the cover. You may also need to remove the fron

0Every time you remove the cover, be sure to groundyourself by touching the inside of the computer’s backpanel before you touch any components inside.

Follow these steps to remove the cover:1.2.3.4.Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices connectedto it. Then disconnect the computer’s power c

5.Grasp the sides of the cover (toward the front of thecomputer) and pull it firmly back toward you, as shownbelow. Then lift it up and off the comput

2.Release the six tabs securing the front panel to the computercase, as shown below. You may want to use a flat-bladescrewdriver to release the tabs.3

Removing the SubassemblyYou need to remove the subassembly if you are installing yourfirst hard disk drive, removing your only hard disk drive, orinst

Instructions Importantes de Sécurité1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Lire complètement les instructions qui suivant et les conserverpour references futures.Bien suiv

4.Grasp the back of the subassembly by the edge on its upperleft side, as shown below, and lift up the back end.5.Pull the subassembly forward slightl

6.Holding the subassembly up, disconnect the diskette andhard disk drive cable connectors from their sockets on themain system board.7.Now lift the su

5.Lower the back end of the subassembly into the computer.If necessary, align the post beneath the back right edge ofthe subassembly with the hole on

7.Connect the necessary power supply and drive cables to thebacks of all your drives, as described in Chapter 6.Replacing the Front PanelFollow these

Replacing the CoverFollow these steps to replace the computer’s cover:1.2.Turn the computer so you are facing the back panel.Hold the cover at a sligh

Post-installation Setup ProceduresAfter you install or remove options, you need to run the SystemConfiguration program on your Reference 1 diskette so

Chapter 5Installing and Removing OptionsThis chapter provides instructions for installing and removingthe following optional equipment:Q Option cardsL

Main System Board MapUse the following illustration to locate components on yourmain system board.5-2 Installing and Removing Options

Processor Board MapsRefer to the appropriate illustration below to locatecomponents on your processor board.486DX/33 processor board486SX/25 processor

Option CardsYour computer has five option slots, each of which canaccommodate one card of the following types:032-bit EISA bus master option cardtl16-

10.S’assurer que le cordon d’alimentation de l’ordinateur n’est paseffrité.11. Dans le cas où on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l’ordinateur,on do

Installing Option CardsFollow these steps to install an option card:1.Unpack the option card and adjust any switches or jumperson it, if necessary. Ch

3.Insert the card into the slot with the connector pins pointingdown, as shown below. If you are installing a full-lengthcard, insert the other end of

Processor BoardsYour computer comes with an upgradeable processor board.To upgrade the board, you can:LlInstall a math coprocessorLlInstall a new copr

3.Pull the board straight up and out of the system boardinterface sockets; do not rock it back and forth.4.If you are installing a math coprocessor, p

Math CoprocessorA math coprocessor speeds up the numeric calculations yourcomputer performs when using some applications. It alsoincreases the speed a

3.Turn the coprocessor so that the orientation dot in one corneris in the position shown below. Align the coprocessor pinswith the holes in the socket

Memory ModulesYour computer comes with 4MB of memory provided bySIMMs (single inline memory modules) which are installed onthe main system board. You

The table below describes the type of SIMMs you can install inthese sockets.SIMM descriptionThe SIMMs for your computer are usually described first by

The table below gives examples of valid SIMM configurationsyou can use in your computer.Example SIMM configurationsl Factory configurationOnce you hav

Position each SIMM so its notched edge is toward the back ofthe computer; then insert it in the socket at an angle asshown below.3.Gently press down o

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Make sure the SIMM is fully inserted into the socket and thatthe retaining posts pins fit into the holes at both ends.4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each

Chapter 6Installing and Removing DrivesThe instructions in this chapter describe how to install andremove optional Epson drives in your computer. You

Using the Correct Drive BayYour system can hold up to five half-height drives or acombination of third-, half-, and full-height drives.As shown below,

If you are installing a hard disk, it is best to install it in theinternal bay. This reserves the external bay for any accessibledrives you may want t

If you install two hard disk drives, you must change the jumpersettings on each drive to indicate which is the master (primary)and which is the slave

Set the jumpers according to the table below.Hard disk drive jumper settingsX = jumper installed— = no jumper installedNoteIf you install two 200MB ha

Installing a DriveOn each interior side of the external drive bay, there is a plasticguide with four support grooves, as shown below. You need toselec

Follow the steps below to install a drive in the external bay.1.Locate the following parts that came with your computer foreach drive you will install

3.Slide the drive into the bay as shown below, aligning thebracket screws on each side with the appropriate grooves inthe drive bay guide.4.Guide the

8.Locate one of the power supply cables (labelled Pl throughP5) in the clasps on the left side of the subassembly. (Youcan use any one that is availab