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Using Your Computer as a Network Server...1-26Using a Password in Network Server Mode...1-27Changing the Processor Speed...

6.If you are installing a diskette drive in the lower bay, youneed to remove the faceplate on the computer’s front panelbecause it covers this bay. Re

7.To insert a hard disk drive, align the guiderails on each sideof the drive with the notches on each side of the drive bayand slide the drive all the

1.Locate the diskette drive ribbon cable. One end of the cable isconnected to the system board. If you are installing asecond diskette drive in the lo

2.Locate the hard disk drive ribbon cable. If you are installing asecond hard disk drive, one end of the cable is connected tothe system board and the

When the hard disk drive ribbon cable is positioned1 Note . .correctly, the red wire on the cable is next to the powersupply connector on the hard dis

4.Position the power supply cable connector so that its notchedcorners line up with the notched corners of the drive’spower supply connector, as shown

Removing a Drive From a Horizontal BayThis section describes how to remove a drive from a horizontaldrive bay. Although the illustrations show a diske

hard disk drive2.Remove the two retaining screws securing the drive to thedrive bay. Then grasp the front of the drive and pull itcompletely out of th

3.If you are leaving the drive bay empty, replace the metaldrive bay cover and two retaining screws, as shown below.4.If you are replacing the drive y

7.If you removed a diskette drive from the lower bay and youare leaving this bay empty or installing a hard disk drive init, you need to replace the f

Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Bay...3-15Installing a Drive in a Horizontal Bay...3-17Attaching Mounting Frames to a Hard D

Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Ribbon Cable tothe System BoardFollow these steps to connect the hard disk drive ribbon cableto the system board:1.Loca

2.Locate the hard disk drive ribbon cable that came with thecomputer. It is a flat cable with three connectors: one oneach end and one in the middle,

INoteYou may find it easier to plug in the cable connector ifyou first remove the option card connector board anddiskette drive ribbon cable. To remov

Post-installation ProceduresAfter you install or remove your drive(s) and replace thecomputer’s cover, follow the necessary steps below to makesure yo

Chapter 4Running System DiagnosticsYou can test the following devices using System diagnostics:D System boardCI Numeric coprocessortl System memoryEt

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

Deleting TestsTo remove devices from the Items Detected list so the Systemdiagnostics program cannot test them, follow these steps:1.Press m to select

Adding TestsIf you want to add devices to the Items Detected list, followthese steps:1. Press mar CtoselectAdd Tests. Youseethe Addmenu, such as the f

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

Use m or m or type the number of the desired optionto highlight a test and then press m to run it.NoteIf you selected to run the tests more than once,

Chapter 6TroubleshootingIdentifying Your System...Error Messages...The Computer Won’t Start...

System Diagnostic TestsThe table below lists all the System diagnostic tests you can runon your system.System diagnostic testsLLDevice Tests available

System diagnostic tests (continued)DeviceTests availableDescriptionVideoAdapterAdapter checkAttribute checkCharacter set checkGraphics mode checkScree

System diagnostic error messages (continued)Error codeSystem board0112011301140115Memory02010201Diskette drive(s)0601060206030604060506060607Coprocess

Chapter 5Formatting a Hard DiskThis chapter describes how to low-level (or physically) formata hard disk. This procedure should not be confused with t

Starting the ProgramFollow these steps to start the hard disk formatting program:1.Insert the Reference diskette in drive A and log onto drive A.2.Typ

Formatting a New DiskTo format a new hard disk that has never been formatted, selectthe Format option. You may need to modify the defective tracktable

Selecting a DriveIf you have more than one hard disk drive, you see this prompt:Enter drive number ? (l/2)Select 1 for the first hard disk or 2 for th

2.Next you see the following prompt:Accept recommended skewed sectors informat : 1 ? (Y/N)For an Epson hard disk drive, it is best to accept therecomm

To enter a new value, select N. You see the following prompt:Enter new skewed sectors per headin format (O-16):Enter the recommended number, which equ

To add a bad track, follow these steps:1.Press m. You see this prompt:Enter cylinder number (1 - nnnn):2.Type the number of the cylinder containing th

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Formatting the DiskWhen you are ready to start formatting the disk, you see thefollowing warning:WARNING! ALL DATA WILL BE DESTROYED IN ALLPARTITIONS

Option 2, Destructive Surface AnalysisYou can perform a Destructive surface analysis of your harddisk to accurately locate any bad tracks and flag the

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

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

Chapter 6TroubleshootingYou should not encounter any difficulties as you set up and useyour computer, but if anything out of the ordinary happens,refe

2.When the computer performs its power-on memory test,the version numbers of your VGA BIOS and system BIOSappear at the top of the screen. Quickly wri

If the error is serious, the computer cancels further checkingand halts system initialization. The error message remains onthe screen and the computer

Power-on diagnostics error messages (continuedError codeIMessageActionShadow RAM andCache1I1t!ILz,171173cMemory201202203Keyboard301Monitor401501Disket

Power-on diagnostics error messages (continued)Error codeHard disk drive(s)and controller1760Disk 0 parameter failure1761Disk 1 parameter failure1770D

If you turn off the computer, always wait at least 20cseconds before turning it back on. This prevents damageto the computer’s electrical circuitry.2.

lntroductionYour new Epson® computer is a fast, high-performance systemoffering flexibility and expandability in a compact design. Itprovides the foll

2.If you have just made a change in your system configuration,your computer may take a few minutes to complete itspower-on diagnostics. The first time

9.If you installed a display adapter card (and did not connect itto the feature connector on the main system board), youmust set jumper J10 to disable

LlAn overload of the power supply limitations. Check thetable in Appendix A to see if you have exceeded theoption slot power limits. See your option c

Accessing Your SystemIf you have forgotten your current password, follow these stepsto access your system:1.Turn off the computer.2.Follow the instruc

10. If you do not have a hard disk, insert your main operatingsystem diskette in drive A. Turn on the computer.If you disabled password security, you

Monitor ProblemsFor monitor problems, check the following:1.If there is no display on the screen, check that the monitor’spower switch is on and that

NoteIf your application program requires a monitor thatsupports graphics but you have a monochrome monitor,the results will be unpredictable.7.If you

3.Check to see if you have inserted the right type of diskette.For example, are you trying to read a 1.44MB diskette in a720KB diskette drive? See “Ty

7.If you see no error messages but there is something wrongwith the data in a file, the operating system or anapplication program may have updated the

5.If the diskette drive is making loud or unusual noises, do notattempt any further examination of it. Contact yourAuthorized Epson Servicer.Hard Disk

Your computer’s video and memory features work together forenhanced performance. Incorporating Wingine technology, theadvanced system architecture all

Installing the DriveIf you have problems with a newly-installed drive, check thefollowing:1.If someone else installed the drive, consult that person a

Preparing the DriveBefore you can store data on a new hard disk (which hasalready been physically formatted), you must do the followingto prepare it f

If you still have trouble with your hard disk, you can back upyour data and physically reformat the disk. Then you’ll need toreinstall the operating s

3.If you entered an MS-DOS command that you want to stop,there are special key combinations you can use to cancel thecommand. These methods may also w

1.If your printer does not work at all, check that the printerhas power and is properly connected to the computer.(Also, make sure your printer has pa

7.Try running the Parallel port diagnostic test if you have aparallel printer, or the Serial port test if you have a serialprinter. You can also test

Mouse ProblemsIf you have trouble with your mouse or you see an auxiliarydevice error message, check the following:1.Make sure the mouse cable is secu

2.Be sure to run the SETUP program after you install orremove memory modules to automatically update yourmemory configuration. See Chapter 2 of the Se

Appendix ASpecificationsCPU and Memory32-bit CPU4SX/33: Intel i486SX, 33 MHzmicroprocessor; can be replaced withoptional 487SX/33 or ODP486-33OverDriv

Video RAM1MB VRAM on main system boardShadow RAMAutomatic shadowing of system and VGABIOS ROM into RAM; shadow RAMaddress control selectable through S

Optional EquipmentYou can easily upgrade your computer by installing additionalmemory and a wide variety of options, as described below.(Installation

InterfacesMonitorParallelSerialVGA interface built into system board foranalog or multifrequency VGA monitor;15-pin, D-shell connectorOne standard 8-b

Mass StorageThree drives maximum (one verticalmount and two horizontal mounts)configurable using the following:Diskette drives5.25-inch diskette drive

Physical CharacteristicsWidthDepthHeightWeightPower SupplyTypeInput rangesMaximumoutputsFrequencyOption slotpower limits14.8 inches (370 mm)16.5 inche

Environmental RequirementscCondition Operating rangeNon-operating Storage rangerangeTemperature41’to 95’ F-4’ to 140” F-4’ to 140’ F(!Y to 3PC)C-20’ t

Power Source Requirements120 Volt power source requirementsPlug tvwNorth America125V. 10A240 Volt power source requirementsAC plugPlug WeEurope24OV, 1

System Memory MapFFFFFFFFhFFFFOOOOhPower up boot ROMNot available201 OOOOOh or202000COhWingine video RAM: 1 MB20000OOOh080CDOOOhNot availableExtended

Extended VGA ModesMode typeMode*1 SizeRefresh rate68Hz68Hz68Hz70 Hz70 Hz56 Hz60 Hz72Hz60 Hz70 Hz72Hz75Hz60 132x2516NI61’ 132x5016NI62132x4316NIc6480 x

Wingine ModesrtcMode*Size30 640 x 48032 800 x 60034 1024 x 76836 1024 x 76840640 x 48041640 x 48042800 x 60043800 x 600Color256256256256/32K64K32K64KR

GIossaryAccess speedThe length of time it takes for an information storage device,such as memory or a disk drive, to return a piece of datarequested b

AsynchronousA method of data transmission in which one machine sendsdata, one character at a time, to another machine at variableintervals that do not

How to Use This ManualThis manual contains the information you need to get the bestresults from your computer. You don’t have to read everythingin thi

BIOSBasic Input/Output System. Routines in ROM (Read OnlyMemory) that handle the transfer of information amongvarious hardware components, and between

CGAColor Graphics Adapter. A type of display adapter card thatcan generate up to 25 lines of text with 80 characters on eachline, two-color graphics a

Command promptThe symbol or message that displays on the screen to tell youthat the operating system is loaded and ready to receiveinstructions. The d

CPUCentral Processing Unit. The primary computer device thatinterprets instructions, performs the tasks you indicate, keepstrack of stored data, and c

DeviceA piece of equipment that is part of a computer system andperforms a specific task, such as a disk drive, a monitor, or aprinter.Device driverA

DisketteA flat piece of flexible plastic coated with magnetic materialused to store the data written to it by the diskette drive. Adiskette can be tra

Expanded memoryMemory that specially-written MS-DOS programs can usewhen an expanded memory manager program maps thatmemory into an accessible area. S

FormatTo prepare a new disk (or an old one you want to reuse) so thatthe data you store on it can be used by your operating system.Formatting divides

High-densityA type of diskette format that allows you to store more datathan on single- or double-density diskettes. A 5.25-inch,high-density diskette

Kilobyte (K6)A unit used to measure storage space in a computer’s memoryor on a disk. One kilobyte equals 1024 bytes. See also Byte.LIM EMS 4.0Version

Using Your ComputerThis chapter briefly describes the following operations:Turning the computer on and offUsing disks and disk drivesUsing special key

Megabyte (MB)A unit used to measure storage space in a computer’s memoryor on a disk. One megabyte equals 1024KB (kilobytes). See alsoByte.Megahertz (

ModemMOdulator/DEModulator. A device that allows a computer totransfer data to and from another computer by transmittingsignals over telephone lines.

MultitaskingThe ability of a computer and an operating system to work onmore than one command or task at a time. The tasks areactually not performed a

Operating systemA collection of programs that manage a computer’s operations,such as interpreting input, managing files, and reading andwriting data t

ParityA method used to verify the accuracy of data transmissions bymaking the total of the number of l’s in a group of bits odd(odd parity), even (eve

Power-on diagnosticsTests stored in a computer’s ROM that the computer runs tocheck its internal circuitry, peripheral device configuration, andoperat

Read/write headThe physical device inside a disk or tape drive that reads datafrom and writes data to the magnetic surface of the disk or tape.Real-ti

RS-232CA widely used, standard type of serial communication. You canconnect an RS-232C device to either of the computer’s built-inRS-232C serial ports

SubdirectoryIn a hierarchical disk directory structure, a group of files in adirectory that is contained within another directory or the rootdirectory

UNIXA powerful operating system that supports multitasking andis especially suited to multi-user environments. UNIX iscompatible with a range of compu

If you want basic information on turning the computer on andoff, using your disk drives and keyboard, stopping commands,or resetting the computer, rea

lndexAAC inlet, 6-5AC plug, A-7Adapter cards, see Video cardsAdapter test, video, 4-1, 4-8, 6-13Addresses,I/O, A-3memory, A-8shadow RAM, A-2Alternate

Control codes,CTRL ALT *, 1-30CTRL ALT +, 1-30CTRL ALT -, 1-30-31CTRL ALT DEL, 1-22, 1-31-32, 6-7CTRL BREAK, 1-21, 6-7, 6-20CTRL C, 1-21, 6-7, 6-20SHI

Diskette(s),backup copies, 1-9, 1-17, 1-19caring for, 1-10-11choosing, 1-7-9compatibility, 1-7-9copying, 1-9, 1-17, 1-19double-density, 1-7-9double-si

GGraphics, Intro-1-3, 2-22-23, 6-13Graphics cards, see Video cardsGrounding plate, metal, 3-7, 3-18Grounding yourself, 2-5Guiderail, metal, 3-20, 3-22

IIDE drive, 5-1, 6-17, A-2Identifying your system, 6-1-2Inserting diskettes, 1-14-15, 6-13Installing drives, 3-1-36Installing options, 2-1-25Interface

Main system board,option card connector board, 2-3,2-19OverDrive processor, 2-1, 2-21specifications, A-1-3tests, 4-1, 4-7-9, 6-3Map,drive locations, 3

NNetwork card, Intro-2, 2-1Network server mode, 1-24,1-26-28, 6-9, 6-11Non-destructive surface analysis,5-2-3, 5-10-11Non-IDE hard disk drive, 3-36, 6

Power supply, 2-3, 2-19-20, 3-14,3-27, 3-33, 6-5-6, 6-8-9, A-5Power supply cables, 3-12,3-14-15, 3-24, 3-26-30Power supply connectors, 3-14-15,3-26-30

SETUP program,cache, 6-4clock, real-time, 6-3configuration information, 2-21,2-25, 3-36, 6-2CPU chip, 2-21, 2-25disk drives, 3-36, 6-15, 6-17-18interf

VGA,alternate interface, Intro-3, 2-3,2-14, 2-17, 2-22-23, 6-8, 6-13,A-3BIOS, 6-2, A-2, A-8built-in port, Intro-1-2, A-3card, see Video cardscontrolle

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

2.If you do not have a hard disk, insert your main operatingsystem diskette in drive A.NoteIf you do not have a hard disk, you need to insert theopera

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NoteIf you or your dealer has made a major change to yoursystem, such as adding a disk drive, the computer may takea few minutes to complete power-on

Turning Off the ComputerWhenever you turn off your system, follow these steps:1.Save your data and exit any application program you areusing.2.Check t

How Disks Store DataDiskettes are made of flexible plastic coated with magneticmaterial. This plastic is enclosed in a square jacket that is eithersli

Double-sided, double-density diskettes have either 40 or 80tracks on each side, and double-sided, high-density disketteshave 80 tracks on each side. D

Q1.2MB drive-Use 5.25-inch, double-sided, high-density,96 TPI, 1.2MB diskettes. These diskettes contain 80 tracksper side, 15 sectors per track, and h

3.5 inch drive/diskette compatibilityDrive typeDiskette types it can read from and write to720KB 720KB1.44MB 1.44MB. 720KB5.25-inch drive/diskette com

Caring for Diskettes and Diskette DrivesFollow these basic precautions to protect your diskettes andavoid losing data:ClRemove all diskettes before yo

LIDo not place diskettes on top of your monitor or near anexternal hard disk drive.Always hold a 5.25-inch diskette by itsprotective jacket and never

Write-protecting DiskettesYou can write-protect a diskette to prevent its data from beingaltered. When a diskette is write-protected, you can read it

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To write-protect a 5.25-inch diskette, cover the small,rectangular notch (shown below) with an adhesivewrite-protect tab. Write-protect tabs usually a

Inserting and Removing DiskettesTo insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette withthe label facing up and the metal shutter leading in

To insert a diskette into a 5.25-inch drive, hold it with the labelfacing up and the read/write slot leading into the drive.latchread/writeslotSlide t

Using a Sing/e Diskette Drive SystemMost operating systems expect the computer to have at leasttwo diskette drives and display prompts and messagesacc

Formatting DiskettesBefore you can store data on a new diskette, you must format it.Formatting prepares the diskette so that the operating systemcan w

Using a Hard Disk DriveUsing a hard disk is similar to using a diskette. However, thehard disk provides several advantages:tlA 120MB hard disk can sto

Bucking up the hard diskWhile the hard disk is very reliable, it is essential to back upyour hard disk files to diskettes or tapes in case you lose so

Special Keys on the KeyboardCertain keys on your keyboard serve special functions whenyour computer is running your operating system or applicationpro

Special key functions (continued)KeyPurpose[-l-[F121Perform special functions within applicationprograms.1 IPrinl (PrtSc) 1Prints the screen display o

Resetting the ComputerOccasionally, you may want to clear the computer’s currentsettings or its memory without turning it off. You can do thisby reset

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Using a PasswordIf you set a password when you ran the SETUP program, youmust enter it every time you turn on or reset the computer.Follow these steps

NoteIf you turned on network server mode when you ran theSETUP program, you need to use a different procedure toenter your password. See “Using Your C

NoteYou can also change your password using the SETUPprogram. See Chapter 2 of the Setup Guide for instructions.Deleting a PasswordTo delete your pass

Using Your Computer as a Network ServerA network server is the master computer in a network andprovides storage space for the other computers connecte

You do not have to set a password in network server mode touse your computer as a network server, but it is helpful. See“Setting the Password Options”

NoteYou cannot change or delete your network server modepassword as you enter it to access your computer. You mustrun SETUP to change or delete it. Se

Some copy-protected programs require the computer to run atlow speed while accessing the program on a diskette. Theseprograms also usually require you

If you frequently use programs that require low or automaticspeed, use SETUP to change the processor speed. Your newsetting remains in effect until yo

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

To run ESPEED, type the following at the MS-DOS commandprompt and press (Enter:ESPEEDYou see the following messages:Usage: ESPEED[/H][/L][/A]/High set

Important Safety Instructions1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.Follow all warnings and instructions m

Entering the ESPEED command in a batch fileYou may want to run the ESPEED program by including thecommand in a batch file. For example, let’s say you

You see a message on the screen that tells you the disk drive’sread/write heads will remain locked until you reset thecomputer or turn the power off a

When you install MS-DOS, it creates an AUTOEXEC.BAT filefor you, which you can modify or replace as described above.Be sure to name the file AUTOEXEC.

Chapter 2Installing and Removing OptionsYou can enhance the performance of your computer by addingoptional equipment such as memory modules, option ca

How to Use This ChapterThis chapter explains how to do the following:Remove the computer’s coverChange jumper settings on the main system boardInstall

Locating the Internal ComponentsAs you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to thefollowing illustration to locate the different components

Removing the CoverYou need to remove the computer’s cover to install any of theoptions described in this chapter or to install or remove a diskdrive (

6.Turn the computer around again so that the front panel isfacing you.7.Grasp the sides of the cover and pull it straight toward youuntil it stops, ju

Changing the Jumper SettingsA jumper is a small electrical connector that controls one of thecomputer’s functions. The jumper settings in your compute

Other jumper settingsJumpernumberJ9”’JlOJllJ12”’J13J14J15JumpersettingA’BABA”BAB’AB”A’BIcFunctionEnables the built-in mouse connectorDisables the buil

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

Setting the JumpersIf you need to change any jumper settings, follow these steps:1.Refer to the illustration on page 2-3 to locate the jumpers onthe m

5.If you removed the option card connector board, replace itnow. See page 2-20 for instructions.6.Replace any option cards you removed. See page 2-14

SIMM configurationsl Standard soldered memoryl *When SIMM is availabletWith this memory configuration, the 4MB of soldered memory is disabled2-10 Inst

Inserting SIMMsFollow these steps to install SIMMs:1.Refer to the illustration on page 2-3 to locate the SIMMsockets near the front of the computer.2.

4.Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in theslot. Then tilt it upright, as shown below, guiding the holesat each end of the SIMM o

Removing SIMMSIf you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to installdifferent ones, for example), follow the steps below.1.Remove any long option

4.Replace any option cards you removed. See page 2-14 forinstructions.5.The next time you turn on your computer, run the SETUPprogram so your computer

NoteBefore you install an option card, see if you need to changeany jumper settings on the system board. For example, ifyou install a mouse interface

2.Slide out the slot cover and set it aside. (Store the slot cover ina safe place in case you remove the option card later.)3.Unpack the option card a

Once the connectors reach the slot, push the card in firmly(but carefully) to insert it fully. You should feel the card fitinto place. If it does not

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Removing an Option CardYou may need to remove an option card installed in yourcomputer to access components on the main system board-tochange a jumper

Removing the Option Card Connector BoardYou may want to remove the option card connector board toaccess certain components on the main system board, s

Replacing the Option Card Connector BoardIf you removed the option card connector board to access anysystem components, follow these steps to replace

Installing a New Processor ChipIf you have the 486SX/33 system, you can enhance yoursystem’s performance by installing an Intel OverDriveprocessor (OD

Using the Alternate VGA InterfaceYour computer includes an alternate VGA interface (featureconnector) on the main system board. This connector allowsy

2.Attach one end of the cable to the alternate VGA interface onthe main system board near the back panel, as shownbelow. Align the cable so the red wi

Replacing the CoverWhen you are ready to replace the computer’s cover, followthese steps:1.Facing the front of the computer, position the cover so the

3.Replace the three cover retaining screws, as shown below.4.Reconnect the computer to the monitor, printer, keyboard,and any other peripheral devices

Chapter 3lnstalling and Removing DrivesThe instructions in this chapter describe how to install andremove optional Epson drives in your computer. You

Your computer can hold up to three drives. There are twohorizontal drive bays and one vertical drive bay.backII- r-jIhorizontal drivehorizontal drive

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

Your computer may have a hard disk drive already installed inthe vertical drive bay. If not, you can install one hard disk drivein this bay.It is best

Setting the Hard Disk Drive JumpersMost hard disk drives have jumpers that must be set for thedrive to work properly with the computer. The jumpers te

Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical BayIt is best to install your computer’s first hard disk drive in thevertical drive bay, as described in this s

Removing the Mounting FramesYour hard disk drive may have mounting frames attached to it,as shown below. You need to remove these frames before youcan

Follow these steps to remove the mounting frames:1.On your hard disk drive, there may be a plastic guiderail andmetal grounding plate attached to one

Installing the Hard DiskTo install the hard disk drive, you first need to attach it to themounting plate in the vertical drive bay. Follow these steps

2.Turn the hard disk drive so the components face up and theconnectors face left. Then place the mounting plate on thehard disk drive and align the fo

4.Hold the drive so the mounting plate faces the horizontaldrive bays (with the bracket over the top) and theconnectors face the back of the computer,

5.Lower the tabs into the corresponding slots in the computercase. Slide the drive in the direction of the arrow, until thehole in the bracket is alig

Connecting the CablesTo connect the hard disk drive to the computer, you need toconnect two cables: the hard disk drive ribbon cable and apower supply

ContentsIntroductionVGA Utilities . . . . . . . . .OptionalEquipment . . . . .Memory . . . . . . . . .Drives . . . . . . . . . .OverDrive Processor .

_power supply4.Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all thepins in the hard disk drive connector; then push in theconnector.Installing

5.Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from thepower supply (behind the horizontal drive bays). Thepower supply cables may be secured in a

Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical BayFollow these steps to remove a hard disk drive from the verticaldrive bay:1.Disconnect the hard disk drive r

2.Remove the retaining screw securing the hard disk drive andmounting plate to the horizontal drive bays. Then slide thehard disk drive and mounting p

If you removed one hard disk drive and are leaving anotherone in the computer, you need to set the jumpers on theremaining drive to indicate that you

Depending on the type of drive you are installing, you mayneed to attach mounting frames to it before you install it in ahorizontal bay. Follow these

Attaching Mounting Frames to a Hard DiskTo attach mounting frames to a hard disk drive, follow thesesteps:1.Locate the two mounting frames and four sc

Installing the DriveFollow these steps to install the drive in a horizontal drive bay:1.Locate the two metal guiderails and six screws that came witht

3.If you are installing a drive in the lower bay, remove the tworetaining screws securing the metal drive bay cover to thefront of the computer and re

5.To insert a diskette drive, align the guiderails on each side ofthe drive with the notches on each side of the drive bay andslide the drive into the