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Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
1.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer.
2.
Unplug the computer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
3.
damp cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4.
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.
7.
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
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 AnschuliJ des Computers an die Netzversorgung muiS
sichergestellt werden daiS die Gebtiudeinstallation mit einem
16 A ijberstromschutzschalter abgesichert ist.
9.
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:
A.
When the power cord or plug is damaged.
B.
If liquid has entered the computer.
C.
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.
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D.
If the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been
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E.
If the computer exhibits a distinct change in performance.
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Contents
Introduction
System Features
Built-in Interfaces and Subsystems
Upgradable Components
Security Features
Integrated Design Features
Memory and Caching Features
Software
How to Use This Manual
Where to Get Help
Chapter 1
Locking the Computer’s Cover
Using the Password Features
Setting Passwords
Entering Passwords
Locking the Keyboard
Changing or Deleting Passwords
Changing the Processor Speed
Entering Keyboard Commands
Using the EISA System Utilities
Controlling the Speaker
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Special Precautions
Removing the Cover
Replacing the Cover
Accessing Internal Components
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Removing the Drive Housing
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Chapter 3
Main System Board Map
Main System Board Jumpers
Option Cards
Installing an Option Card
Removing Option Cards
Installing and Removing Options
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Using the VGA Feature Connector
Memory Modules
Installing Memory Modules
Removing Memory Modules
Math Coprocessor
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Cache Module
Installing a Cache Module
Removing a Cache Module
Video RAM
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Installing and Removing Disk Drives
Installing or Removing a Diskette Drive
Installing or Removing an Internal Drive
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Chapter 4
Setting the SCSI ID Numbers
Installing the SCSI Terminators
Installing or Connecting SCSI Devices
Using the SCSl Subsystem
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Installing the SCSI Device Drivers
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Appendix A Troubleshooting
Identifying Your System
Error Messages
Power-on Diagnostic and Boot Errors
Error Tone Codes
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
SCSI Subsystem Problems
LAN Problems
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CPU and Memory
Interfaces
Controllers
Mass Storage Bays
Keyboard
Power Supply
Environmental Requirements
Power Source Requirements
Physical Characteristics
System Memory Map
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Glossary
Index
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Introduction
Your Epson® ExpressStation™ computer is powerful, versatile,
and ideally suited for use as a network node and a highperformance personal workstation. It incorporates the latest
EISA (Extended Industry Standard Architecture) technology
into a highly-integrated, low profile desktop design. Its built-in
features include a LAN (Local Area Network) controller, SCSI
(Small Computer System Interface) subsystem, and a highresolution VGA display adapter. The ExpressStation can use
the most advanced devices and software available while
maintaining full compatibility with ISA technology.
System Features
Your computer includes many useful features to improve the
speed, security, and expandability of your system. Some of
these features are listed in the sections below.
Built-in Interfaces and Subsystems
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VGA display adapter providing standard resolutions up
to 640 x 480 in 16 colors and extended resolutions up to
800 x 600
upgrade the video RAM to 1MB, the adapter supports
resolutions up to 1024 x 768 in 256 colors
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One parallel port using either mono- or bi-directional
signals to provide compatibility with both IBM® PC AT®
devices and IBM PS/2® devices
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Two serial ports that operate at a baud rate of up to 56K
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IBM PS/2 compatible mouse port and keyboard port
in 256 colors or 1024 x 768 in 16 colors; if you
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Two EISA expansion slots (compatible with 32-bit EISA
cards and 8- or 16-bit ISA cards)
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LAN subsystem including a controller, two LAN media
connections-one AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) and one
TPE (Twisted Pair Etherner) 10BASET-and an Ethernet
address
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SCSI-II subsystem for up to seven SCSI devices including a
SCSI controller, internal and external interface connectors,
and a terminating resistor.
Upgradable Components
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Four memory module sockets for installing up to 32MB of
memory using 1MB, 2MB, 4MB, or 8MB SIMMs (single
inline memory modules); 4MB of standard memory is
installed on one 4MB SIMM
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Socket for an optional Intel® 487SX math coprocessor
(486SX microprocessor models only)
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Connector for an optional 128KB Intel 485 TurboCache™
module in addition to 8KB of internal cache built into the
microprocessor (a 128KB cache module is standard on the
486DX/33 model)
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Four sockets for installing video RAM chips to upgrade
your video memory from 512KB (standard) to 1MB
Specially-designed upgradable BIOS allows you to
download new BIOS information from diskette; includes
write-protection to prevent unauthorized upgrades
Upgradable microprocessor for possible replacement with
future Intel OverDrive™ microprocessor(s).
Security Features
Q
Multi-level password security to prevent unauthorized
access at power-on, during network operation, and when
the keyboard has been locked
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Main system board jumpers can disable access to the
SETUP and System Configuration information, and prevent
write access to the diskette drive
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Cover lock block enables installation of a padlock to secure
the cover on the computer and to lock the system to your
work surface.
Integrated Design Features
D
A unique disk drive housing plugs directly into the main
system board to minimize internal cables for drives; this
increases reliability and reduces electromagnetic emissions
D
The power supply plugs directly into the main system
board and includes integrated power and reset buttons,
front panel lights, fans, speaker, and external AC input and
output sockets
Q
Integrated SCSI and LAN subsystems eliminate the need to
run internal cables from controller cards to internal devices
and leave your option slots open for other devices.
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Memory and Caching Features
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External ROM BIOS information can be shadowed into the
faster RAM area to speed up performance
CI
Video BIOS memory can be copied to two different
memory addresses to provide compatibility with certain
older application programs
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System base memory can be set to 512KB to enable use of
addresses between 512KB and 640KB by option cards that
need that address space
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Caching of all system memory can be enabled or disabled
or specific memory blocks can be excluded from caching.
Software
Your system comes with four diskettes (Reference, VGA
Utilities 1 and 2, and SCSI/LAN Utilities) containing the
following software:
EISA System Configuration program
System diagnostics program
MS-DOS@ LAN drivers for the built-in LAN adapter
MS-DOS SCSI drivers for the built-m SCSI subsystem
MS-DOS VGA software drivers and utilities to provide
high resolutions and various mode selections when using
the built-in VGA adapter
Hard disk drive low-level formatting utility.
In addition, your system BIOS includes a SETUP program for
configuring your system without any option cards.
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How to Use This Manual
This manual explains how to operate various features of your
computer, as well as how to install and remove optional
equipment. See your Setup Guide for instructions on setting up
your system or your
software and utilities.
Note
These manuals do not cover your operating system or your
networking software; see the manuals that came with your
programs for instructions on installing and using these
systems.
You do not need to read everything in this book; see the
following chapter summaries to find the sections you need.
Chapter 1 provides instructions for various operating
procedures, such as locking the computer’s cover, using the
password features, and changing the operating speed.
Chapter 2 describes how to remove and replace the cover and
drive housing to access the internal components.
Software
Guide to run your system
Chapter 3 explains how to install and remove optional
equipment and disk drives, and lists the main system board
jumper settings.
Chapter 4 gives instructions for setting up and using your SCSI
subsystem.
Appendix A contains troubleshooting tips.
Appendix B lists the technical specifications for the computer.
At the end of the manual, you’ll find a glossary and an index.
Introduction 5
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) 92243911:
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 your
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 of this manual.
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Chapter 1
Using Your Computer
This chapter describes the following operations:
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Locking the computer’s cover
ItUsing the password features and locking the keyboard
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Changing the processor speed
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Controlling the speaker.
Locking the Computer’s Cover
You can lock the cover onto the computer to prevent
unauthorized users from accessing its internal components. To
do this, you need a padlock that fits through the holes in the
lock block on the computer’s back panel. When the padlock is
in place, the screw securing the cover on the computer cannot
be removed.
You can also secure the computer to your work surface by
inserting a cable lock through the lock block holes and then
through a secure anchor on your desk or table.
Using Your Computer
1-1
To lock the cover, insert a padlock or cable lock through the
holes on both sides of the lock block.
To unlock the cover, remove the padlock or cable lock to expose
the cover retaining screw.
Using the Password Features
You can set three types of passwords to provide security for
your computer:
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Power-on password
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Network password
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Keyboard password.
The power-on password prevents unauthorized users from
using your system by requiring you to enter the correct
password every time you turn on or reset the computer.
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Using Your Computer
The network password modifies the way your power-on
password works by allowing your computer to load your
operating system and network software before requiring you to
enter the correct password. This enables your system to connect
to the network, while preventing unauthorized users from
typing anything at the keyboard.
The keyboard password allows you to temporarily lock the
keyboard without having to reset the computer. This secures
your system when you will be away from it for a while. If you
set a power-on password, it automatically becomes your
keyboard password as well. However, you can set a different
keyboard password or set a keyboard password without setting
a power-on password.
Follow the instructions in the sections below to set, enter,
change, or delete the different types of passwords.
Setting Passwords
There are two ways to set a power-on password:
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Using the BIOS SETUP program
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Using the EISA System Utilities.
To set a power-on password in SETUP, follow the instructions
in the
Select the Password option on the second page of SETUP
options and follow the instructions on the screen to set a
password.
You must run the EISA System Utilities to set a network and
keyboard password, but you can also use it to set a power-on
password.
Software
Guide for starting and running the program.
Using Your Computer
1-3
Follow these steps to set your password(s):
1.
To start the System Configuration program, insert the
Reference diskette in drive A.
2.
Log onto drive A and type SD. Press [Enter) at the next two
screens to bring up the Main Menu.
3. Select Access System Utilities.
4.
Thenselect
Password Utility.
You see the following:
Password Utility
Menu
Set Initial Power-on Password
Activate/Deactivate Network Password
Set Keyboard Password
Lock Keyboard
Return to Utilities Menu
Now follow the steps in the appropriate section(s) below.
Setting a power-on password
To set a power-on password, follow these steps:
1. Select
Set Initial Power-on Password at the
Password Utility Menu.
2.
You see a prompt to enter a password of up to seven
characters. Follow the instructions on the screen to enter the
password twice and return to the Password Utility Menu.
3.
Your power-on password is also now your keyboard
password. If you want to set a different keyboard
password, see “Setting a keyboard password” below.
1-4
If you will be using your computer in a network, follow the
steps in the next section to activate a network password.
Using Your Computer
Activating a network password
To activate a network password, follow these steps:
1.
First set a power-on password as described above.
2. Select Activate/Deactivate Network Passwordfrom
the Password Utility Menu.
3.
At the Network Password menu, select
Activate
Network Password.
4.
You see a message confirming the activation. Press IEnter
You see the Password Utility Menu.
To deactivate a network password, follow the steps above, but
select De-activate Network Password instead. If you
want to set a different keyboard password, see the next section.
Setting a keyboard password
Once you set a power-on password, it automatically becomes
your keyboard password as well. If you want to use a different
password for the keyboard, you can set one with the Set
Keyboard Password option. This password takes effect only
temporarily, however; when you turn off your computer, the
power-on password again becomes your keyboard password.
You can also set a keyboard password without setting a
power-on password, but when you turn off your computer or
press the reset button, it erases the keyboard password.
Using Your Computer
1-5
Follow these steps to set a keyboard password:
1.
Select Set Keyboard Passwordat
the
Password
Utility
Menu.
2.
If you set a power-on password, you see a message telling
you that a keyboard password already exists. Press
m
and go to step 3.
If you did not set a power-on password, you see a prompt to
enter a new password. Go to step 4.
3.
The computer locks the keyboard and you see the following
prompt:
KEYBOARD LOCKED
The keyboard has been locked. Please
enter the keyboard password to unlock it:
Type your power-on password and press IEnter
4.
You see a prompt to enter a new password that will be your
keyboard password. Type a new password and press
[Enter.
5.
At the next prompt, enter the password again. You see the
Password Utility Menu.
Whenever you want to lock your keyboard temporarily, follow
the steps on page 1-8.
1-6
Using Your Computer
Entering Passwords
If you set a power-on password, you must enter it each time
you turn on the computer, press the reset button, or press
[r] (7) [Delete].
password.
If you set a keyboard password, you can lock your keyboard,
and then you must enter your keyboard password to unlock it.
See page 1-8 for instructions on locking your keyboard and
entering your keyboard password.
Follow these steps to enter a power-on password:
1.
When you turn on your computer, press the reset button, or
press
[F] IF] I=),
Enter password:
2.
Type your password and press [Enter. The screen does not
display what you type.
This is also true if you activate a network
you see the following prompt:
After you enter the correct password, you see
and the computer loads your operating system.
If you do not enter the correct password, you
is
incorrect and another prompt to enter the password.
You have two more chances to enter the correct password; try
again.
If you do not enter the correct password at the third prompt,
you see the following message:
System halted! Must power down.
The computer locks the keyboard. Press reset button or turn the
computer off and on; then try to enter the correct password
again.
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Password OK
see Password
1-7
Locking the Keyboard
You can temporarily lock the keyboard to secure your system
when you are going to leave it unattended. Then, when you
return, you can enter a special keyboard password to unlock it.
To lock your keyboard, you must first set a keyboard
password, as described on page 1-3. Then follow these steps
whenever you want to lock your keyboard:
1.
To start the System Configuration program, insert the
Reference diskette in drive A.
2.
Log onto drive A and type SD. Press m at the next two
screens to bring up the Main Menu.
3. Select Access System Utilities.
4.
Then select Password Utility. You see the following:
Password Utility Menu
Set Initial Power-on Password
Activate/Deactivate Network Password
Set Keyboard Password
Lock Keyboard
Return to Utilities Menu
5. Select Lock Keyboard.
6.
The computer locks the keyboard and you see the following
prompt:
KEYBOARD LOCKED
The keyboard has been locked. Please
enter the keyboard password to unlock it:
1-8
Using Your Computer
When you are ready to use your computer again, type your
keyboard password and press [Enter. You see the Password
Utility Menu.
If you enter an incorrect password, the prompt remains on the
screen. Try entering it again; you can try as many times as
you want.
7.
Follow the instructions on the screen to exit the System
Configuration program.
Changing or Deleting Pass words
You can change or delete the power-on password whenever
you see the Enter
section.
However, you cannot change or delete the power-on password
if a network password is activated. See page 1-5 for instructions
on deactivating the network password and then return to this
section to change or delete the power-on password.
There are several methods you can use to change or delete a
keyboard password. See the appropriate section(s) below to
change or delete your password(s).
password
: prompt, as described in this
Changing
or deleting a power-on
To change or delete a power-on password, follow these steps:
1.
Turn on the computer, press the reset button, or press
[F] [nit] [=I.
Enter password:
You see the following prompt:
password
Using Your Computer
1-9
2.
To change the password, type the current password followed
by a forward slash (/). After the slash, enter the new
password. For example:
123/ABC
To delete a password, type the current password followed
only by a forward slash (/). For example:
123/
(The screen does not display what you type.)
3.
Press IEnter You see a message confirming the change or
deletion.
Changing or deleting a keyboard password
If your keyboard password is the same as your power-on
password, follow the steps in the section above to change or
delete it. Then reboot your system.
If your keyboard password is different from your power-on
password, you can make both passwords the same by turning
off or resetting your computer. The keyboard password
becomes the same as your power-on password.
To temporarily change your keyboard password to something
other than your power-on password, follow these steps:
1.
To start the System Configuration program, insert the
Reference diskette in drive A.
2.
Log onto drive A and type SD. Press
w
at the next two
screens to bring up the Main Menu.
3. Select Access System Utilities.
4. Select Password Utility.
1-10
Using Your Computer
5. Thenselect
telling you that a keyboard password already exists. Press
[Enter.
6.
The computer locks the keyboard and you see a prompt to
enter your password. Type your power-on password and
press [Enter.
7.
You see a prompt to enter your new keyboard password.
Type a new password and press IEnter
8.
At the next prompt, enter the password again. You see the
Password Utility Menu. Follow the instructions on the
screen to exit the System Configuration program.
Set Keyboard Password.
You see a message
Changing the Processor Speed
Your computer’s processor can operate at two speeds: high and
low. High speed is the maximum speed of your microprocessor
and low speed simulates an 8 MHz processor speed to provide
compatibility with certain older application programs. (See
your program manual to see if you need to set your processor
speed to low.)
You set the default processor (or CPU) speed when you ran
either the BIOS SETUP program or the System Configuration
utility (described in your
temporarily change the processor speed using keyboard
commands or the EISA System Utilities program.
If you often use programs that require the processor to operate
at low speed (8 MHz), use the BIOS SETUP program or System
Configuration utility to set the default CPU speed to low. See
your
Software
only occasionally, use the keyboard commands or the EISA
System Utilities program, described below, to change the
processor speed temporarily.
Guide for instructions. If you use these programs
Software Guide).
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If necessary, you can
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Entering Keyboard Commands
To change the processor speed, enter one of the keyboard
commands shown in the table below.
Keyboard speed setting commands
Key command
r-1
mm)
Function
Changes the speed to low (simulated 8 MHz)
Changes the speed to high
You must use the m or a key located on the numeric
keypad. When you set the speed to low, you hear a low tone
from the computer’s speaker; when you set it to high, you hear
a high tone. The speed setting remains in effect until you press
the reset button or turn off the computer, or until you change
the setting.
Note
You can use these commands while you are running a
program. However, if that program uses the command for
another function, you cannot use it to change the processor
speed. If this is the case, exit to your operating system
command prompt and try the command or use the EISA
System Utilities to change the speed, as described below.
Using the EISA System Utilities
You can temporarily change the processor speed using the
EISA System Utilities. This method is convenient if your
application program does not recognize the
[F] [T]
commands to change the processor speed. Follow these steps:
1.
Insert the Reference diskette in drive A.
2.
Log onto drive A and type
SD.
Press (Enter) at the next two
screens to bring up the Main Menu.
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Using Your Computer
key
3. Select
Access System Utilities
You see the following:
System Utilities Menu
Password Utility
System Speed FAST
System Speed SLOW
Speaker ON
Speaker OFF
Cache ON
Cache OFF
EXIT Utilities
from the Main Menu.
4. Select
5.
The processor speed you set remains in effect until you press
the reset button, turn off the computer, or change it to a
different setting.
System Speed FAST or System Speed SLOW.
You see a message confirming the speed change.
Press
m
to return to the System Utilities Menu. Then
follow the instructions on the screen to exit the System
Configuration program.
Controlling the Speaker
You can enable or disable the computer’s speaker using the
following three programs:
Ll
BIOS SETUP
Cl
System Configuration utility
Ll
EISA System Utilities.
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