Epson Endeavor L User manual

EPSON

User’s Guide

EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or

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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.

system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,

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America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information

contained herein. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the

information contained herein. Further, this publication and features described herein are

subject to change without notice.

TRADEMARKS

EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation

EPSON Direct and EPSON Connection are service marks of Epson America, Inc.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and

may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in

those marks.

The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of my product or service.

Torrance, California, USA 2/94

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 computer’s label.

Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets. Avoid

using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control

systems that regularly switch on and off.

Do not let the computer’s power cord become damaged or frayed.

If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure the total

ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does

not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total of all

devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt

to service the computer yourself.

Unplug the computer and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the

computer; if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged;

if the computer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct

change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions.

If you plan to use the computer in Germany, observe the following:

To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current

protection for this computer, the building installation must be

protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker.

Beim Anschlu des Computers an die Netzversorgung

muh

sichergestellt werden, dab die

Gebaudeinstallation

mit

einem

16 A

Uberstromschutzschalter

abgesichert ist.

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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.

Debrancher l’ordinateur avant de le nettoyer. N’utiliser qu’un chiffon

humide. Veiller a ne pas renverser de liquides sur l’appareil.

Ne pas placer l’ordinateur sur une surface instable ni pres dune

source de chaleur.

Ne pas bloquer ni couvrir les orifices d’aération de l’appareil. Ne pas

introduire d’objets dans les ouvertures.

Utiliser seulement le type de source d’alimentation électrique indiqué

sur l’étiquette.

Tout l’équipement doit etre branché sur des prises de courant avec

contact de terre. Ne jamais utiliser une prise sur le meme circuit

qu’un appareil a photocopies ou un systeme de controle de

ventilation avec commutation marche-arret automatique.

S’assurer que le cordon d’alimentation de l’ordinateur n’est pas

abimé ni effiloché.

Dans le cas ou on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l’ordinateur,

s’assurer que l’intensité en amperes requise pour tous les appareils

branches sur ce cordon ne soit pas supérieure a la capacité du cordon.

S’assurer aussi que cette intensté ne dépasse jamais la somme de 15

amperes pour l’ensemble des appareils.

Sauf dans les cas spécifiques expliqués dans ce manuel de l’usager,

ne pas essayer d’entretenir ou de réparer l’ordinateur soi-meme.

Debrancher l’ordinateur et contacter un technicien qualifié dans les

circonstances suivantes:

Si le cordon ou la prise sont abimés; si un liquide a pénétré a

l’intérieur de l’appareil; si on a laissé tomber l’appareil ou si le bonier

est endommagé; si l’ordinateur ne fonctionne pas normalement ou

fonctionne dune mannière très différente de l’ordinaire. N’ajuster que

les commandes décrites dans les directives.

Pour utiliser l’ordinateur en Allemagne, il est nécessaire que le

batiment soit muni d’un disjoncteur de 16 amperes pour proteger

l’ordinateur contre les courts-circuits et le survoltage.

Contents

Introduction

SVGA Utilities ............

Optional Equipment ........

Processor ............

System Memory ........

Video Memory .........

Cache Memory .........

Math Coprocessor .......

Drives ..............

Option Cards ..........

How to Use This Manual ......

Where to Get Help ..........

CompuServe On-line Support

Chapter 1

Setiing Up Your System

Getting Started ..............................

1-1

Choosing a Location ........................

1-1

Unpacking Your Computer ...................

1-2

Connecting Peripheral Devices ....................

1-3

Connecting a Monitor ......................

1-4

Connecting a Printer or Other Device .............

1-5

Connecting the Keyboard ....................

1-6

Connecting the Mouse ......................

1-6

Connecting the Power Cord ...................

1-7

Turning On the Computer .......................

1-8

Turning Off the Computer .......................

1-10

Chapter 2

Running the SETUP Program

Starting the SETUP Program 2-2

Entering SETUP Options 2-3

Selecting Options 2-4

Setting the Date and Time 2-4

Setting the Diskette Drive(s)

2-5

Setting the Hard Disk Drive(s)

2-5

Defining Your Own Drive Type

2-6

Setting the Primary Display Type

2-6

Setting the Processor Speed

2-7

Setting the Booting Sequence

2-8

Setting the Diskette Seek Parameter

2-8

Using Virus Protection

2-9

Using the SETUP Screen Submenus

2-9

Setting the Shadow Options

2-10

Setting the Keyboard Options

2-10

Setting the Peripherals Options

2-11

Setting the Password Options

2-12

Entering a Password

2-12

Changing or Deleting a Password

2-13

Setting the Keyboard Lock Option

2-13

Using the System Board Help Function

2-14

Loading Default SETUP Values

2-14

Saving Your Settings and Exiting SETUP

2-15

Post-SETUP Procedures

2-16

Chapter 3

Using Your Computer

Working Comfortably .........................

3-1

Using Energy Wisely ..........................

3-2

Using Disk Drives ............................

3-3

Using Diskettes ..........................

3-3

Inserting and Removing Diskettes ...............

3-4

Using Hard Disk Drives .....................

3-5

Stopping a Command or Program ..................

3-5

Resetting the Computer ........................

3-6

Using a Password ............................

3-7

Using the Hot Key Feature ....................

3-7

Changing or Deleting a Password ...............

3-8

Changing the Processor Speed ....................

3-8

Chapter 4

Installing and Removing Options

Locating the Internal Components .......

Removing the Cover ...............

Replacing the Cover ................

Changing the Jumper and DIP Switch Settings

Setting the Jumpers .............

Setting the DIP Switches ..........

Memory Modules (SIMMs) ............

Inserting SIMMs ...............

Removing SIMMs ..............

Installing an Option Card ............

Removing an Option Card ............

Removing the Option Card Connector Board

Replacing the Option Card Connector Board

Increasing the Video Memory ..........

Installing the Video Memory Chips ....

Using the SVGA Feature Connector .......

Installing a New Processor Chip .........

Replacing the Processor Chip .......

Replacing the Battery ...............

Post-installation Procedures ...........

4-3

4-4

4-6

4-7

4-8

4-10

4-11

4-12

4-14

4-15

4-18

4-19

4-20

4-22

4-24

4-25

4-27

4-30

Chapter 5

Installing and Removing Drives

Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Bay ...........

Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers ...........

Removing the Mounting Frames .............

Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Bay ........

Connecting the Cables ...................

Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Bay .........

Installing a Drive in a Horizontal Bay ..............

Attaching Mounting Frames to a Hard Disk .......

Installing the Drive .....................

Connecting the Cables ...................

Removing a Drive From a Horizontal Bay ...........

Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Ribbon Cable to the System

Board ...............................

Post-installation Procedures ...................

5-2

5-3

5-5

5-9

5-12

5-14

5-15

5-17

5-21

5-26

5-29

5-31

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Chapter 6 Troubleshoofing

Identifying Your System

The Computer Will Not Start

The Computer Does Not Respond

Keyboard Problems

Monitor Problems

Diskette Problems

Diskette Drive Problems

Hard Disk Drive Problems

Password Problems

Software Problems

Printer Problems

Option Card Problems

Memory Module Problems

Mouse Problems

External Cache Problems

Battery Problems

Error Messages

Appendix A Specificafions

6-l

6-3

6-4

6-5

6-6

6-7

6-8

6-9

6-10

6-11

6-12

6-13

6-14

CPUandMemory ............................

Controllers ................................

Interfaces .................................

Keyboard .................................

SETUP Program .............................

Physical Characteristics .........................

Power Supply ..............................

Option Slot Power Limits ........................

Environmental Requirements .....................

Video Memory .............................

Hard Disk Drive Types .........................

DMA Assignments ...........................

Hardware Interrupts ..........................

System Memory Map ..........................

System I/ O Address Map .......................

A-1

A-3

A-5

A-6

A-7

A-8

A-11

A-12

A-13

A-14

. . .

Vlll

Parallel and Serial Connector Pin Assignments ...........A-16

Tested Operating Environments....................A-17

Options Available from EPSON....................A-18

Glossary

Index

Introduction

Your new EPSON®computer is a fast, high-performance

system offering flexibility and expandability in a compact

design. Standard features include:

486SX, DX or DX2 processor upgradable to faster, more

powerful processors, including SX2, DX4, and PentiumTM

0verDriveTM processors

Energy Star compliant in base configurations

4MB of internal memory, expandable to 36MB

8KB of internal processor cache, with support for 32KB,

64KB, 128KB, or 256KB external cache

High-speed, local bus super VGA (SVGA)

512KB or 1MB of on-board video memory; 512KB

configuration is expandable to 1MB

Math coprocessor built into the microprocessor for DX,

DX2, DX4, and Pentium OverDrive systems

System and video BIOS shadow RAM

Two built-in serial ports and one built-in parallel port

Built-in PS/2TM compatible keyboard and mouse ports

Built-in VGA port and on-board SVGA feature connector

Four 16-bit (or 8-bit) ISA option slots

Support for up to three internal mass storage devices

Password security.

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