Epson EISA Desktop User Manual

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

FOR AMERICAN USERS

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADIAN USERS

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

EPSON EISA

User’s Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Epson America, Inc., makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states

not allow the exclusion of incidental or

consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.

any

means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Epson 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 and the EISA Series design is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

General notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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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.

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are 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 are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

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

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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 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:

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 suivant 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 nettoyage. Utiliser un chiffon humide; ne jamais utiliser un nettoyeur liquide ou une bonbonne aérosol.

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 évents dans le meubles, à l’arrière et en dessous sont conçus 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. Dans le cas d’un doute de la source disponible, on doit communiquer avec le concessionaire ou la compagnie d’électricité.

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

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’equipement 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. Débrancher 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 noté au niveau

de sa performance.

Introduction

Optional Equipment Software

How to Use This Manual Where to Get Help

Chapter 1

Preparing to Set Up the System Installation Overview Installing Optional Equipment Connecting Peripheral Devices Turning On the Computer Running the Change Country Code Utility

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Setting Up Your System

Setting the Country Code for the First Time Changing the Country Code

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Configuring Your System

Starting the Program Setting the Date and Time Performing the Configuration Steps Adding or Removing a Board Defining the Configuration Settings

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Using Advanced Configuration Options

Using Alternate Configuration Files

Creating an Alternate SCI File Loading an Alternate SCI File

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Chapter 3

Locking the Computer’s Cover

Using a Power-on Password

Using Your Computer

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Changing or Deleting a Password Using a Password in Network Server Mode

Changing the Processor Speed

Entering Keyboard Commands

Using the ESPEED Program

Parking the Hard Disk Drive Heads

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Special Precautions Removing the Cover

Accessing lnternal Components

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Removing the Front Panel Removing the Subassembly Replacing the Subassembly Replacing the Front Panel Replacing the Cover

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Chapter 5

Installing and Removing Options

Main System Board Map Processor Board Maps Option Cards

Installing Option Cards Removing Option Cards

Processor Boards

Removing the Processor Board Installing the Processor Board

Math Coprocessor

Installing a Math Coprocessor Removing a Math Coprocessor

Memory Modules

Installing Memory Modules Removing Memory Modules

Chapter 6

Using the Correct Drive Bay Setting the IDE Hard Disk Drive Jumpers

Changing the Jumper Settings

Installing or Removing a Drive in the External Bay

Installing a Drive Removing a Drive

Installing or Removing a Drive in the Internal Bay

Removing a Drive Installing a Drive Connecting the Cables

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Starting the Program

Deleting Tests

Adding Tests

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Starting the Program

Formatting a New Disk

Reformatting a Used Disk

Selecting an Option

Starting the Formatting Process

Option 1, Format

Modifying the Defective Track Table

Formatting the Disk Option 2, Destructive Surface Analysis Option 3, Non-destructive Surface Analysis Exiting the Program

Appendix C Troubleshooting

Identifying Your System Error Messages Power or Lock-up Problems Password Problems Keyboard Problems Monitor Problems Diskette Problems Diskette Drive Problems

Hard Disk Problems

Software Problems

Printer Problems Option Card Problems Memory Module Problems Mouse Problems Math Coprocessor Problems

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Appendix D Specifications

Main System Board Interfaces Controllers Processor Board Mass Storage Bays Power Supply. Keyboard Environmental Requirements

Physical Characteristics Power Source Requirements System Memory Map

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Key commands System board options Default non-cache address blocks Hard disk drive types Advanced configuration options SD command parameters CF command parameters

Keyboard speed setting commands ESPEED program parameters Option slot power limits Coprocessors SIMM descriptions Example SIMM configurations Hard disk drive number settings System diagnostic tests

System diagnostic error messages Power-on diagnostic error messages Power-on diagnostic error tone codes Power supply maximum outputs Option slot power limits Environmental requirements

120 Volt power source requirements

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Introduction

The Epson® EISA Series computer is a powerful, versatile system ideally suited for use as either a network server or a high-performance personal workstation. It incorporates the latest EISA (Extended Industry Standard Architecture) technology into a convenient desktop design. Its exceptional features and flexibility enable you to use the most advanced peripheral devices and software while maintaining full compatibility with ISA technology.

Your system includes the following features:

4MB of RAM on single inline memory modules (SIMMs)

SIMM sockets for installing up to 64MB of memory using

lMB, 2MB, 4MB, or 8MB SIMMs

8KB of extended CMOS RAM for EISA configuration information

Upgradable processor board providing high speed cache memory and math coprocessor support

One built-in parallel and two built-in serial interfaces

IBM® PS/2® compatible mouse port and keyboard port

Five EISA expansion slots compatible with 32-bit EISA bus master cards and 8- or 16-bit ISA cards

IDE hard disk drive interface for up to two hard disk drives

Diskette drive controller for up to two diskette drives and one tape drive

Mass storage bays for up to five drives.

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The built-in interfaces let you connect basic peripheral devices

(such as a printer and mouse) directly to the computer, leaving the expansion slots for optional devices such as a SCSI adapter or a networking card.

Your computer’s EISA technology allows the 32-bit processor to access EISA-compatible I/O expansion boards 32 bits at a time optimizing system throughput. In addition, the EISA burst

mode

capability enables data transfers of up to 33MB of data per

second through the EISA bus.

The powerful EISA configuration program automatically configures any EISA boards you install and provides all the necessary information for configuring most ISA boards. The

result is a configuration that manages your system resources in

the most efficient manner possible.

The EISA Series computer offers several other features to

enhance system performance:

Automatic shadow RAM support. This speeds up access to

the system and video BIOS.

Processor speed simulation support. You can set the

processor to emulate a variety of system speeds from 8 MHz up to your processor’s highest speed to provide compatibility with a wide variety of software.

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Password security. You can set a password in either regular

or network server mode.

Optional Equipment

By adding SIMMs to the main system board, you can expand the computer’s memory up to 64MB.

On the upgradeable processor board, you can install a math coprocessor or another processor, depending on the board you have.

You can also install a variety of other options, such as diskette drives, hard disk drives, a tape drive, or a SCSI subsystem.

Check with your authorized Epson dealer to see which options

are available.

Software

Your system comes with three diskettes (Reference 1,2, and 3) containing the following software:

EISA System Configuration program

ISA configuration files for popular ISA boards

System diagnostics program

Hard disk drive low-level formatting utility

HDDPARK program to park the hard disk drive read/write heads

ESPEED program to change the processor simulation speed

CHGCTR program to set country-dependent keyboard and configuration information.

Introduction 3

How to Use This Manual

This manual explains how to set up, configure, and operate your computer, as well as how to install options and run diagnostic tests. It does not cover your operating system; see

your operating system manual for instructions on installing

and using it.

Although you should be sure to follow the steps in Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 to set up and configure your system, you may not need to read everything in this book. See the following chapter summaries to find the sections you need.

Chapter 1 provides instructions for setting up your system.

Chapter 2 describes how to run the System Configuration

program to configure your computer.

Chapter 3 provides instructions for certain operating procedures, such as locking the computer’s cover, using a password, and changing the operating speed.

Chapter 4 describes how to remove and replace the cover and front panel to access the internal components.

Chapter 5 gives instructions for installing and removing options.

Chapter 6 explains how to install and remove disk drives.

Appendix A outlines the system diagnostic tests.

Appendix B describes how to perform a hardware-level format on a hard disk.

Appendix C contains troubleshooting tips.

Appendix D gives the technical specifications for the computer.

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

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Where to Get Help

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 of this manual’s back cover.

If you purchased your Epson product 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.

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Chapter 1

Setting Up Your System

This chapter describes the steps you perform to set up your system for the first time. It defines the system requirements and gives a general outline of the steps you need to follow to start using your computer. It also describes how to set the appropriate country code for the system’s keyboard and configuration information.

Preparing to Set Up the System

Before you set up your system, be sure to read “Important Safety Instructions” at the beginning of this manual (before the table of contents). These instructions provide information about properly caring for your computer and operating it correctly.

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It is important to choose a safe, convenient location for your system. Make sure your location provides the following:

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

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

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

No electromagnetic interference. Do not place your system

too close to any electrical device, such as a telephone, that generates an electromagnetic field.

Appropriate power sources. Connect all your equipment to the appropriate power source. See “Power Source Requirements” in Appendix D for more information.

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Remove the protector card. If you have a 5¼-inch diskette drive, be sure to remove the protector card from the diskette slot. This card is inserted at the factory to protect the read/write heads in the drive.

Setting Up Your System

Installation Oveview

This section lists the general steps you follow to install options, connect peripheral devices, and configure your system. For

detailed instructions on performing these steps, see the appropriate sections specified below.

Install any optional equipment you want to add to your computer, such as disk drives, a math coprocessor, memory modules, or EISA option cards. Do not install any ISA option cards yet (unless you will be using an ISA card to control your monitor). See “Installing Optional Equipment” below.

Connect a monitor, a printer, and the keyboard. See

“Connecting Peripheral Devices” below.

Then see “Turning On Your Computer,” below, before you

turn on the system.

Run the Change Country Code utility (CHGCTR) to install the correct keyboard driver and configuration information for your system. See “Running the Change Country Code Utility,” below, for instructions.

Read “The Configuration Process” in Chapter 2 to familiarize yourself with the use of the System Configuration program.

Run the System Configuration program, as described in

Chapter 2, to configure your system.

If you have other ISA option cards to install, turn off the

system, unplug all the power cords, and disconnect any

peripheral devices from the computer.

Set any switches or jumpers on your ISA cards, if necessary,

and install them in the computer. See Chapter 5 for instructions on installing option cards.

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Connect all of your peripheral devices.

10. Install your operating system and any other application programs. See the manuals that came with your software for installation instructions.

Installing Optional Equipment

The first time you set up your computer, you should install any

disk drives, math coprocessor, memory modules, or EISA

option cards you plan to use. Do not install any ISA option cards yet, unless you will be installing an ISA video adapter card to control your monitor.

You can install the rest of your ISA cards after you run the

System Configuration program. This program provides

information about the jumper and switch settings for the ISA

option cards you will install.

Follow the instructions in Chapters 5 and 6 to install optional

equipment in your computer. Be sure to check your computer’s

option slot power limits on page 5-4 before you install any

option cards.

You may need to unlock the computer’s cover to access the

internal components. See Chapter 3 for instructions.

When you are finished installing optional equipment, return to

this chapter for guidelines on connecting the peripheral devices

necessary to run the System Configuration program.

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Connecting Peripheral Devices

You may not want to connect all your peripheral devices before you run the System Configuration program for the first time. If you’ll be installing ISA cards after running the program, you may want to connect only those devices necessary to perform

the program’s functions. If you connect other devices, you will

need to disconnect them to install the ISA cards.

You must connect a monitor and a keyboard to run the System

Configuration program. You may also want to connect a printer.

As you set up your computer, leave this manual’s back cover foldout open so you can refer to the illustrations identifying the different parts of the computer.

The following icons mark the built-in interfaces on the back of the computer:

Caution

Although the keyboard and mouse ports are physically identical, you cannot use them interchangeably. Be sure to plug the keyboard and the mouse into the correct ports.

Before connecting your peripheral devices, make sure the power buttons or switches on the computer and all the peripheral devices are turned off.

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Then connect the devices in the following order:

Connect your peripheral device cables to the computer.

Connect the power cords to the computer and other devices, if necessary.

Plug the power cords into their electrical outlets.

Be sure to read the next section before you turn on your computer.

Turning On the Computer

After you set up your system, you’re ready to turn on the power. But first, read the following safety rules to avoid

accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself:

Do not connect or disconnect any power or peripheral device cables when the computer’s power is on.

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

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Never turn on the computer when its cover is off.

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

Always wait at least five seconds after you turn off the power before you turn it on again. This allows the computer to clear and reset its memory.

Do not leave a beverage near your system or any of its components. Spilled liquid can damage the circuitry of

your equipment.

Setting Up Your System

Always turn off the power, disconnect the computer’s power cord, and wait 30 seconds before you remove the cover. Only remove the cover to access internal devices.

Now you can run the Change Country Code utility.

Running the Change Country Code Utility

Before you configure your computer or perform any other operations, you need to create new AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files for your country on the Reference 1 diskette. You do this by running the Change Country Code utility.

This utility creates files that contain the appropriate keyboard driver and configuration information for the country you select.

The program runs automatically the first time you boot your computer from the Reference 1 diskette.

Country codes are available for the following countries:

tl United States

tl United Kingdom

France

Germany

Italy

Spain.

The default country code is United States. See the instructions

in the next section to set the appropriate country code and

create the correct AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files.

Later, if you need to change the country code and create new files, see the “Changing the Country Code” section.

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Setting the Country Code for the first Time

To run the Change Country Code utility the first time you boot

your computer from the Reference 1 diskette, follow these steps:

Insert the Reference 1 diskette in drive A.

Turn on your computer or press the

After a moment, you see a screen describing the Change Country Code utility. The screen includes the following message and prompt:

Current country code is United States.

Change country code? (Y/N)

If you want to select the default country code, United States,

press m. You see a message telling you that the program

still must update your files. Then the program copies the

files. Go to step 4.

If you want to select another country code, press m. You see the following:

RESET

button.

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Press Fl - US Version (United States)

Press F2 - UK Version (United Kingdom) Press F3 - FR Version (French) Press F4 Press F5 - IT Version (Italian) Press F6 - SP Version (Spanish)

- GR Version (German)

Press any other key to accept the current country code.

Press the appropriate function key for your country. The

program copies the files and displays a message confirming

the change.

Setting Up Your System

When you see the following message, press any key to reboot the system and run the System Configuration program:

Now you should reboot the system to run

the appropriate AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files and start the System Configuration program.

Press any key to reboot . . .

After a moment, you see the System Configuration program title screen. If you want to run the program now, see the information in Chapter 2 before you begin.

If you do not want to configure your computer now, remove the diskette from drive A and turn off your computer.

The AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files on your

Reference 1 diskette are now customized for your country’s keyboard and configuration information. Whenever you boot

your system from the Reference 1 diskette, the computer runs

the appropriate files for your country.

The System Configuration program also sets the format of the

date and time in your computer’s real-time clock to the appropriate format for your country.

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Changing the Country Code

If you need to change the country code for your system’s keyboard driver and configuration information, you can run the CHGCTR utility. Follow these steps:

Insert the Reference 1 diskette in drive A and log onto drive A.

At the information screen for the Change Country Code utility followed by this prompt:

If you want to keep the current country code, press IN). You see a message telling you that the program still must update your files. Then the program copies the files. Go to step 4.

If you want to select another country code, press [VI. You see a list of the function keys to press to select a different code. Press the appropriate function key for the country code you want. The program copies the files and displays a message confirming the change.

prompt, type

Change country code? (Y/N)

CHGCTR

and press [Enter. You see the

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When you see the following message, press any key to reboot the system and run the System Configuration program:

Now you should reboot the system to run the appropriate AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files and start the System Configuration program.

Press any key to reboot . . .

After a moment, you see the System Configuration title screen. If you want to run that program now, see Chapter 2 for instructions.

Setting Up Your System

If you do not want to run System Configuration, remove the Reference 1 diskette from drive A and turn off your computer.

The AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files on your Reference 1 diskette are now customized for the country you selected.

The System Configuration program also sets the format of the date and time in your computer’s real-time clock to the appropriate format for the country you selected.

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Epson EISA Desktop User Manual

Contents

Introduction

Optional Equipment

Software

How to Use This Manual

Where to Get Help

Preparing to Set Up the System

Installation Oveview

Installing Optional Equipment

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Turning On the Computer

Running the Change Country Code Utility

Setting the Country Code for the first Time

Changing the Country Code