Epson Equity 386/33 PLUS User manual

EPSON

EQUITY® 386/33 PLUS

User’s Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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subject to change without notice.

TRADEMARKS

Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation

Equity is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc.

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

may be trademarks of their respective companies.

1992 by Epson America, Inc.

Torrance, California Y74499100100

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a

damp cloth for cleaning, not liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

Do not use this product near water.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are

provided for ventilation; these openings must not be blocked or

covered. This product should never be placed near or over a

radiator or heat register.

This product should be operated from the type of power source

indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of

power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

Connect all equipment to properly grounded (earthed) power

outlets. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,

contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Avoid

using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control

systems that regularly switch on and off.

Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on.

10.

If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the

total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the

extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the

wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

11.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through the

cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

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12.

Except as specifically explained in the User’s Guide, do not

attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged.

If liquid has entered the product.

If the product does not operate normally when the operating

instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions, since improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the product to normal operation.

D. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Contents

Introduction

Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 1

Using Your Computer

Copying the Reference and Utility Files

..............

1-1

Special Keys on the Keyboard

...................

1-2

Stopping a Command or Program

.................

1-4

Resetting the Computer

.......................

1-4

Using a Power-on Password

....................

1-6

Using Disks and Disk Drives

....................

1-7

How Disks Store Data

.....................

1-7

Types of Diskette Drives

...................

1-9

Caring for Diskettes and Diskette Drives

..........

1-12

Write-protecting Diskettes

..................

1-14

Using a Single Diskette Drive System

............

1-16

Inserting and Removing Diskettes

..............

1-17

Formatting Diskettes

......................

1-19

Making Backup Copies

....................

1-19

Using a Hard Disk Drive

...................

1-20

Chapter 2

Enhancing System Operations

Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch Files

..........

2-1

Changing the Processor Speed

...................

2-2

Entering Keyboard Commands

...............

2-4

Using the ESPEED Program

.................

2-5

Using Your Computer as a Network Server

...........

2-7

Using a Password in Network Server Mode

........

2-8

Using Special VGA Features

....................

2-9

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Chapter 3

Accessing Internal Components

Removing the Cover

.........................

3-2

Removing the Subassembly

.....................

3-5

Replacing the Subassembly

.....................

3-9

Replacing the Cover

..........................

3-17

Chapter 4

lnstalling and Removing Options

Main System Board

..........................

4-3

Changing the Jumper Settings

....................

4-4

Setting the Jumpers

.......................

4-4

Replacing the Battery

.........................

4-7

Installing an Option Card

......................

4-11

Removing an Option Card

......................

4-15

Using the Alternate VGA Interface

.................

4-16

Adding Memory Modules

......................

4-18

Installing Memory Modules

..................

4-19

Removing Memory Modules

.................

4-22

Installing a Math Coprocessor

....................

4-23

Removing a Math Coprocessor

...................

4-26

Post-installation Setup for Memory Cards

.............

4-26

Using the CORFIX Program

..................

4-27

Post-installation Setup

........................

4-28

Chapter 5

Installing and Removing Drives

Choosing the Correct Drive Bay

...................

5-2

How to Use This Chapter

.......................

5-3

Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers

................

5-4

Changing the Jumper Settings

.................

5-5

Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Position

...........

5-7

Removing the Mounting Frames From the Drive

......

5-8

Removing and Attaching the Mounting Plate

........

5-10

Installing the Drive

.......................

5-11

Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Position

........

5-17

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Installing or Removing a Drive in the Horizontal Position . . .

5-19

Installing a Drive in the Horizontal Position . . . . . . . .

5-19

Removing a Drive From the HorizontaI Position . . . . . 5-26

Appendix A Specifications

CPU and Memory

.......................

A-1

Controllers

...........................

A-2

Interfaces

............................

A-2

Power Supply.

.........................

A-3

Mass Storage

..........................

A-3

Keyboard

............................

A-4

Environmental Requirements

................

A-4

Physical Characteristics

....................

A-4

System Memory Map

.....................

A-5

Appendix B

Performing System Diagnostics

Starting the Diagnostics Program

.................

B-2

The Main Menu Screen

.......................

B-2

Setting the Run Time Parameters.

.................

B-4

Error Logging.

.........................

B-6

Selecting Diagnostic Tests

......................

B-8

Selecting Multiple Tests

....................

B-8

Running the Tests

..........................

B-10

Memory Diagnostics

.........................

B-12

Hard Disk Diagnostics.

.......................

B-13

Hard Disk Parameters

.....................

B-14

Hard Disk Format

.......................

B-17

Media Analysis

.........................

B-18

Performance Test

........................

B-18

Seek Test

............................

B-18

Read/Verity Test

........................

B-19

Check Test Cylinder

......................

B-19

Force Bad Tracks

........................

B-19

Hard Disk Error Messages

..................

B-19

Floppy Disk Diagnostics

......................

B-20

Performing the Tests

.....................

B-21

Floppy Disk Error Messages

.................

B-22

Miscellaneous Diagnostics

.....................

B-23

Printer Adapter Test.

.....................

B-23

Communication Adapter Test

................

B-24

Exiting System Diagnostics

.....................

B-25

Appendix C Troubleshooting

Identifying Your System

......................

C-1

Error Messages

............................

C-2

The Computer Won’t Start

.....................

C-5

The Computer Does Not Respond

.................

C-6

Password Problems

.........................

C-8

Accessing Your Current Password

.............

C-8

Keyboard Problems

.........................

C-10

Monitor Problems

..........................

C-10

Diskette Problems

..........................

C-12

Diskette Drive Problems

......................

C-14

Hard Disk Problems

.........................

C-15

Installing the Drive

......................

C-16

Preparing the Drive

......................

C-17

Accessing Data on the Drive

.................

C-18

Software Problems

..........................

C-18

Printer Problems

...........................

C-20

Option Card Problems

.......................

C-21

Mouse Problems

...........................

C-22

Memory Module Problems

.....................

C-23

Battery Problems

...........................

C-23

Math Coprocessor Problems

....................

C-24

Glossary

Index

Introduction

This

Equity® 386/33 PLUS User’s Guide

contains the information

you need to get the best results from your computer. You’ll find

instructions for adding options to your system such as disk

drives, option cards, or a math coprocessor, as well as general

reference information such as how to use diskettes, test your

system, and troubleshoot minor problems.

Note

For instructions on setting up your system or changing the

SETUP configuration, see the Setup Guide.

You don’t have to read everything in this book. Its contents are

summarized below:

Chapter 1 covers general operating procedures, such as using

and caring for disks and disk drives.

Chapter 2 describes special features you can use to enhance

your system’s performance.

Chapter 3 tells how to remove and replace the computer’s

cover and subassembly to reach internal components.

Chapter 4 describes some of the options you can use in your

computer and instructions for setting jumpers, replacing the

battery, and installing options.

Chapter 5 explains how to install and remove disk drives.

Appendix A lists the specifications of your computer,

Appendix B covers the system diagnostic tests you can run, and

Appendix C contains troubleshooting tips.

At the end of this manual you’ll find a glossary and an index.

Introduction 1

Where to Get Help

If you purchased your computer in the United States, Epson

America provides local customer support and service through a

nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service

Centers.

Epson also provides the following support services through the

Epson Customer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911:

Technical assistance with the installation, configuration,

and operation of Epson products

Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson

Reseller or Service Center

Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and

accessories for your Epson product

Customer Relations

Epson technical information library fax service

Product literature with technical specifications on our

current and new products.

If you purchased your computer outside of the United States,

please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearest

you for customer support and service. International marketing

locations are listed on the inside back cover.

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