Epson 4000 User Manual

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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.

Unplug the computer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Do not spill liquid of any kind on the computer. Do not place the computer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

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

6. provided for ventilation; do not block or cover these openings. Do not place the computer near or over a radiator or heat register.

Operate the computer using the type of power source indicated on its label.

If you plan to operate the computer in Germany, observe the

8. following safety precaution:

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 Anschluß des Computers an die Netzversorgung muß sichergestellt werden, daß die Gebäudeinstallation mit einem

16 A Überstromschutzschalter abgesichert ist.

Connect all equipment to properly grounded (earthed) power outlets. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.

10. Do not allow the computer’s power cord to become damaged or frayed.

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11. If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure the total of the ampere ratings of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ampere rating for the extension cord. Also, make sure the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

12. Do not insert objects of any kind into this product through the cabinet slots.

13. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

14. Unplug the computer 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 computer.

If the computer does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the

computer to normal operation.

If the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

If the computer exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Instructions Importantes de Sécurité

Lire complètement les instructions qui suivent et les conserver pour references futures.

Bien suivre tous les avertissements et les instructions indiqués sur l’ordinateur.

Debrancher l’ordinateur de toute sortie murale avant le Utiliser un chiffon humide; ne jamais utiliser un nettoyeur liquide ou une bonbonne aerosol.

Ne jamais renverser un liquide d’aucune sorte sur l’ordinateur.

Ne pas placer l’ordinateur sur un chariot, un support, ou une table instable.

Les events dans les meubles, à l’arrière et pour l’aération; on ne doit jamais les bloquer. Ne pas placer l’ordinateur près d'une source de chaleur directe.

Le fonctionnement de l’ordinateur doit s’effectuer conformément au type de source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’étiquette.

Lorsqu’on desire utiliser l’ordinateur en Allemagne, on doit observer les normes sécuritaires qui suivent:

dessous sont conçus

nettoyage.

Afin d’assurer une protection adequate à l’ordinateur contre les court-circuits et le survoltage, l’installation de l’édifice doit comprendre un disjoncteur de 16 amp.

On doit brancher tout l’équipement dans une sortie reliée à la masse. Lorsqu’il est impossible d’insérer la fiche dans la prise, on doit retenir les services d’un électricien ou remplacer la prise. Ne jamais utiliser une prise sur le même circuit qu’un appareil à photocopie ou un système de contrôle d’aération avec commutation marche-arrêt.

10.

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

11. Dans le cas où on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l’ordinateur, on doit s’assurer que la valeur totale d’ampères branches dans le cordon n’excède en aucun temps les amperes du cordon de rallonge. La quantité totale des appareils branches dans la prise murale ne doit jamais excéder 15 amperes.

12. Ne jamais insérer un objet de quelque sorte que ce soit dans les cavités de cet appareil.

13. Sauf tel que spécifié dans la notice d’utilisation, on ne doit jamais tenter d’effectuer une réparation de l’ordinateur. On doit référer le service de cet appareil à un technicien qualifié.

14. Debrancher l’ordinateur de la prise murale et confier le service au personnel de service qualifié selon les conditions qui suivent:

Lorsque le cordon d’alimentation ou la prise sont endommagés.

Lorsqu’un liquide s’est infiltré dans l’ordinateur.

Lorsque l’ordinateur refuse de fonctionner normalement même en suivant les instructions. N’ajuster que les commandes qui sont énumérées dans les instructions de fonctionnement. Tout ajustement inadéquat de tout autre contrôle peut provoquer un dommage et souvent nécessiter des réparations élaborées par un technicien qualifié afin de remettre l’appareil en service.

Lorsqu’on a échappé l’ordinateur ou que l’on a endommagé le boîtier.

Lorsque l’ordinateur démontre un changement note au niveau de sa performance.

Contents

Introduction

VGA and IDE Drivers Optional Equipment

System Memory Cache Memory Video Memory

Microprocessor Math Coprocessor Drives

How to Use This Manual

Conventions Used in This Manual

Where to Get Help

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Choosing a Location Unpacking Your Computer

Connecting the Computer

Connecting a Keyboard Connecting a Mouse Connecting a Monitor Connecting a Printer or Other Device

Connecting the Power Cord Turning On the Computer Turning Off the Computer

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Chapter 2

Running the SETUP Program

Starting the SETUP Program The System Setup Option

Setting the Time and Date Setting the Video Display Type Checking System Memory Setting the Diskette Drive(s)

The Fixed Disk Setup Option

Defining Your Own Drive Type

The Advanced System Setup Option

Configuring Cache Memory Configuring Memory Shadow Configuring Chipset Registers

Setting the Boot Options

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The System Security and Anti-Virus Option The System Summary Option Exiting the SETUP Program Post-SETUP Procedures

Chapter 3

Using Your Computer

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Inserting and Removing Disks Stopping a Command or Program Resetting the Computer Using a Password

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Chapter 4

Removing the Cover

Replacing the Cover Locating the Internal Components Changing the Jumper Settings

Setting the Jumpers

Installing and Removing Options

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Installing Memory Modules (SIMMs)

Inserting SIMMs Removing SIMMs

Installing an Option Card

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Removing an Option Card Removing the Option Card Connector Board Replacing the Option Card Connector Board Adding Video Memory

Installing the Video Chips

Installing External Cache

Installing the Chips

Upgrading the Microprocessor

Replacing the Processor Chip Installing a Heat Sink

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Chapter 5

Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Internal Drive Bay . . . . .

Removing the Mounting Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Cables . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Hard Disk Below the Mounting Bracket . .

Installing the Hard Disk On the Mounting Bracket . . . .

Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Internal Drive Bay . . .

Installing a Drivein the Upper External Drive Bay . . . . . . .

Connecting the Drive and Power Cables . . . . . . . . . .

Removing a Drive from the Upper Drive Bay . . . . . . . . . .

Reconnecting the Drive and Power Cables to the Diskette

Drive in the Lower Drive Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Post-installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

Chapter 6

VGA Drivers

Installing the Windows Drivers

Configuring the Drivers SetRES

IDE Drivers

Installing the IDE Drivers

Installing and Removing Drives

Installing VGA and IDE Drivers

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

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 Controller Problems

External Cache Problems

Appendix A Specifications

CPU and Memory Controllers Interfaces Physical Characteristics Power Supply Option Slot Power Limits (Total) Environmental Requirements Tested Operating Environments Options Available from Epson

Hard Disk Drive Types Connector Pin Assignments

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Parallel Port Connector (CN3) Serial Port Connectors (CN4 and CN5) Keyboard and Mouse Connectors (CN7 and CN6) VGA Port Connector (CN2)

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Glossary

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Your new Epson® ActionDesk™ 4000 computer is a fast, high-performance, all-in-one system offering flexibility and expandability in a compact design. It provides the following features:

486SX/25

MHz, 486DX/ 33 MHz, 486DX2 / 50, or

486DX2/66 MHz microprocessor 4MB of internal memory, expandable to 64MB System and video BIOS shadow RAM 8KB of internal processor cache, with support for 64KB,

128KB, or 256KB of external cache 1MB of on-board video memory, expandable to 2MB

Math coprocessor built into the microprocessor on the DX and DX2 systems

Local bus video with True Color support, which enables your monitor to display up to 16.8 million colors

High-speed, 32-bit local bus IDE hard disk drive interface Built-in VGA port Two built-in serial ports and one built-in parallel port One built-in IBM® PS/2™ compatible keyboard port and

one built-in PS/2 compatible mouse port Three 16-bit, full-length and two S-bit, half-length ISA

option slots

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Support for up to four mass storage devices (two externally accessible and two internal)

Password security.

Using the built-in interfaces, you can connect most of your peripheral devices directly to the computer so you do not have

to install option cards. You can use the option slots to enhance your system with extra functions such as a modem card, a network controller card, or additional interface ports.

The shadow RAM feature speeds up processing by moving the system and video BIOS into the RAM area of memory.

With the standard 1MB of video RAM, the VGA controller supports the following resolutions:

1280 x 1024 x 16 colors (interlaced) 1024 x 768 x 32K colors (interlaced) 1024 x 768 x 256 colors (interlaced and non-interlaced) 800 x 600 x 64K colors 640 x 480 x 16.8 million colors.

When upgraded to 2MB of video RAM, the system can support

1280 x 1024 in 256 colors and 1024 x 768 in 64K colors.

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VGA and IDE Drivers

Your computer comes with special VGA and IDE drivers for use with the integrated local bus VGA interface and the local bus IDE hard disk interface. With the VGA drivers, you can take advantage of the extended VGA features such as high resolutions and 132-column text mode when you run popular application programs. With the IDE drivers, you can take advantage of the high-speed, 32-bit local bus IDE hard disk drive interface. Instructions in Chapter 6 describe how to install the VGA drivers for Microsoft® Windows® 3.1 and how to install the IDE drivers. Other VGA drivers are available from the Epson Electronic Bulletin Board or from our worldwide network of subsidiaries and distributors. To access the bulletin board, call (310) 782-4531.

Optional Equipment

You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and a wide variety of options, as describe d below. (Installation instructions are provided in Chapters 4 and 5.)

System Memory

By adding 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, and 32MB SIMMs (single inline memory modules) to the main system board, you can expand the computer’s memory up to 64MB.

Cache Memory

You can increase the cache memory on your main system board to 64KB, 128KB, or 256KB by having additional SRAM chips installed by an Authorized Epson Servicer. Additional cache allows your system to access frequently used data faster.

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Video Memory

You can add video memory chips to your system board to increase the video memory to 2MB and support higher video resolutions with more colors.

Microprocessor

You can upgrade your system with these microprocessors:

486SX/33

486DX/33 486DX2/50

486DX2 /66.

Math Coprocessor

You automatically install a math coprocessor when you upgrade your system with a DX or DX2 microprocessor, because a math coprocessor is built into the 486DX and 486DX2 chips.

Drives

Your system can support up to four mass storage devices, including hard disk drives, diskette drives, a tape drive, or a CD-ROM drive. As your storage needs expand, you can install

additional drives.

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How to Use This Manual

This manual contains the information you need to get the best results from your computer. You don’t have to read everything in this book; see the following chapter summaries to find the sections you need.

Chapter 1

system and connecting peripheral devices such as the monitor and printer.

Chapter

define your computer’s configuration. You may need to do

this the first time you use your computer. If you change the

configuration later, you will need to run it again.

Chapter

resetting the computer, using the password, and changing the

processor speed.

Chapter

cover, change jumper settings, and install optional equipment such as microprocessor upgrades, option cards, and memory modules.

Chapter Chapter Chapter

provides simple instructions for setting up your

2 describes how to run the SETUP program to

3 covers general operating procedures, such as

4 describes how to remove and replace the computer’s

5 explains how to install and remove disk drives. 6 describes how to install the VGA and IDE drivers. 7 contains troubleshooting tips.

Appendix A

operating environments that have been tested on your system, and options available from Epson.

At the end of this manual you’ll find a a list of international marketing locations.

lists the specifications of your computer, the

Glossary,

Index,

Introduction 5

and

Conventions Used in This Manual

This manual uses the following type conventions:

Example

Enter

Ctrl C

C:\DOS

DISKCOPY A: B:

path\filename

SERIAL 1

Meaning

Keys you press on the keyboard

Keys you press at the same time; hold down the

key marked Ctrl and press the letter C Text as it appears on the screen Text that you type exactly as shown Words printed in lowercase italics represent

optional parameter names; here you would type the actual path and filename, such as \WORK\CONTACT

Names of hardware elements

Where to Get Help

If you purchased your computer outside the United States, please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service. International marketing locations are listed at the back of this manual.

If you purchased your computer in the United States, Epson provides the following support services through the Epson Connection’“:

Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products

On-site Servicer referral Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson

Reseller or Service Center

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Sales of Epson computers as well as ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your Epson product

Customer Relations Epson technical information library fax service-also

available directly by calling the toll number (310) 782-4214 Product literature with technical specifications on our

current and new products User group locations.

If you need help with any software you are using, see the

documentation that came with it for technical support.

Epson Connection: (800) 922-43911

You can also contact Epson at (310) 782-0770 and ask for the Epson Connection.

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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:

Getting started

Connecting the computer Turning on the computer Turning off the computer.

Getting Started

Follow the instructions below for choosing a location for your new system and unpacking it.

Choosing a Location

When you are ready to set up your system, choose a safe, convenient location that provides the following:

A flat, hard surface. Surfaces like beds and carpets attract static electricity, which can erase data on your disks, damage the computer’s circuitry, and prevent proper ventilation.

Moderate environmental conditions. Select a cool, dry area and protect your computer from extremes in temperature, humidity, dust, and smoke. Avoid direct sunlight or other sources of heat.

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Good air circulation. Leave several inches of space around the computer so air can move freely.

No electromagnetic interference. Do not place your system too close to any electrical device, such as a telephone or television, which generates an electromagnetic field.

Appropriate power source. Connect all your equipment with the appropriate power cords for the power source in your area.

Unpacking Your Computer

When you unpack your system components, make sure you have these items:

computer

Your system may also include an Epson PS/2 compatible mouse and may come with the operating system and software already installed on a hard disk drive.

If you purchased any optional equipment that wasn’t installed at the factory-such as option cards, memory modules, a hard disk, or a diskette drive-you install these options before you connect your computer. See Chapters 4 and 5 for instructions.

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Setting Up Your System

Connecting the Computer

Use the illustration below to locate the ports on the back of your system as you connect the keyboard, monitor, printer, and other devices.

monitor cable

AC inlet

AC outlet

MOUSE

PARALLEL

Connecting a Keyboard

To connect a keyboard, hold the cable connector so the arrow on the connector faces up. Insert it into the port marked

Connecting a Mouse

If your system came with an Epson PS/2 compatible mouse,

you connect it to the computer’s built-in mouse port. To

connect the mouse, insert the connector into the port marked

MOUSE.

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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

If your system has not already been configured, you may need to install a mouse driver. See your mouse manual for instructions. (If you are using Windows 3.1, you don’t need a mouse driver.)

port, or you may damage your system.

Connecting a Monitor

You can connect your VGA monitor to the computer’s built-in VGA port as described below. You must use a VGA monitor with this computer.

Place your monitor on top of or near the computer. Turn the monitor and computer around so the backs are facing you.

There should be two cables provided with your monitor: the monitor cable (to connect it to the computer) and the power cable (to connect it to the power source). On most monitors, the monitor cable is permanently attached to your monitor does not have an attached cable, connect the cable to it now.

the

monitor. If

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Examine the connector on the monitor cable and line it up

VGA

with the connector into the port.

Caution

To avoid damaging the connector, be careful not to bend

the

pins when you insert it.

Setting Up Your System

port on the computer. Then insert the

If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them.

Plug the monitor’s power cord into the power inlet on the back of the monitor.

Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet or into the power outlet on computer.

Caution

Before you plug the monitor’s power cord into the back

of your computer, make sure the monitor’s power

requirements do not exceed 1 Amp.

the

back of

Connecting a Printer or Other Device

Your computer has one bidirectional parallel and two serial ports. To connect a printer or other peripheral device, follow the appropriate instructions below.

Using the parallel port

the

Follow these steps to connect a parallel printer to your computer:

Place the printer next to the computer so that the backs are facing you.

Align the connector end of the printer cable with the

PARALLEL

screws, tighten them.

Connect the other end of the cable to the printer. To secure the cable, squeeze and push them into place.

port and plug it in. If the connector has retaining

the

clips at each side of the printer port

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Plug the printer’s power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

Using the serial ports

If you have a printer, a modem, or a mouse with a serial interface, you can connect it to one of the serial (RS-232C) ports on the back of the computer. Make sure you have a cable compatible with a DB-9P connector.

To connect a serial device, insert the connector into one of the ports marked COM1 and COM2. If you are connecting only one serial device, use the COM1 port.

Connecting the Power Cord

Follow these steps to connect the power cord:

Plug the power cord into the power inlet on the back of the computer.

Warning

To avoid an electric shock, be sure to plug the cord into the computer before plugging it into the wall outlet.

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Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

Setting Up

Your

System

Turning On the Computer

After you set up your system, you are ready to turn on the power. Use the illustration below to identify the parts of your system.

hard disk

speed

access light

diskette drive

reset button

Before you turn on your computer, check the following safety rules to avoid accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself:

Do not connect or disconnect any peripheral device cables (including the keyboard or a mouse) or power cables unless the computer’s power is off.

Never turn off or reset your computer while a disk drive light is on. This can destroy data stored on the disk.

Never turn on the computer with a protective card in the diskette drive.

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Always wait at least 20 seconds after you turn off the power before you turn it on again to prevent possible damage to the computer’s electrical circuitry.

Do not leave a beverage near your system. Spilled liquid can damage the circuitry of your equipment.

Follow these steps to turn on your system:

Turn your computer around so the front panel faces you. Place your monitor, printer, and other devices in a convenient arrangement.

If there is a protective card in the diskette drive, remove it.

Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other devices

connected to the computer.

Turn on the computer by pressing the power button on the

right side of the front panel. The power indicator lights up, then the screen displays the

BIOS version number and copyright information. The computer performs its power-on diagnostics, which are a series of checks that make sure everything is working correctly. The screen displays several messages during the diagnostics, including the prompt:

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Press <F2> to enter SETUP

If the diagnostics indicate a mismatch with the system configuration, you will see an error message followed by this prompt:

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup

If this happens, press F2 to run the SETUP program and check your system configuration. See Chapter 2 for a complete description of the SETUP program.

Setting Up Your System

When the computer completes its testing, it displays a screen describing the system’s configuration. If necessary, press the

Pause

button on the keyboard to view screen. After viewing the screen, press any key to continue the startup process.

necessary,

5. brightness and contrast until you characters on the screen. If your monitor has horizontal and vertical hold controls, you may need to use them to

stabilize the display.

If your system is configured to automatically load a program

(such as Microsoft Windows or a word processing program), you see program. If not, you may see the operating system prompt, such as C:\>orA:\>.

If there is no operating system installed on your computer, you see an error message. Ignore the message for now; once you install the operating system, you will not see this message.

Now you need to run the SETUP program to make sure your computer is configured properly. First turn off the computer, as described below, then see Chapter 2 for instructions. When you finish running SETUP, be sure to see “Post-SETUP Procedures”

page 2-12 for guidelines

use the controls on your monitor to adjust

can

the

first menu or screen display of that

what you need to do next.

the

configuration

easily see the

the

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Turning Off the Computer

Whenever you turn off your system, follow these steps:

Save your data and exit any application program you are using.

Check the hard disk drive light and the diskette drive light(s) to make sure they are not on. Do not turn off the computer if a drive light is on, because you can damage the drive or lose data.

Remove any diskette(s) from the diskette drive(s).

Press the power button to turn off the computer.

Turn off the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral

devices.

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Chapter 2

Running the SETUP Program

You may need to run the SETUP program the first time you use

your computer. If your system came unconfigured, you need to

define how it is set up. If your system was configured for you, you may still need to set the date and time. You also may need to run the program again later if you change your configuration.

The SETUP program is stored in the computer’s ROM BIOS (read-only memory, basic input/output system). SETUP lets you verify or change the following:

Current date and time

Type of video display adapter

System memory

Type of diskette drive(s) and hard disk drive(s)

External cache

Shadow and memory mapping options Chipset register options System booting sequence

Password security.

The configuration information is stored in an area of memory called CMOS RAM. This memory is backed up by a battery, so it is not erased when you turn off or reset the computer.

Running

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Starting the SETUP Program

Whenever you start your computer, you see the following message:

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

If the system detects

error in your system configuration, you

will see an error message followed by this message:

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup

In either case, press F2 to run the SETUP program to verify or change your configuration.

The SETUP program displays the Main Menu. From this menu, you can select the various SETUP options to identify your

system’s configuration and then save your new values to CMOS. If you change your mind, you can ignore any changes you have made and restore the default values stored in ROM or load the values previously stored in CMOS.

The table below lists the keys you can use to perform SETUP operations.

SETUP function keys

Key

Home End F1 or Alt H

F5or-

Function

Move the cursor to the next or previous modifiable option Change the values in the field Move the cursor to the top or bottom of the menu Displays a help screen describing the option currently

selected Selects the previous value

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F6 or + or Space bar

Selects the next value

Running the SETUP Program

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