Micronics LPX30WB User Manual

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LPX30WB VL-Bus

System Board Manual

Document Number: 06-00226-01, Rev. 3A

221 Warren Ave., Fremont, CA 94539-7085

February 1995

Micronics Computers, Inc.

The information contained in the LPX30WB system board manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. Micronics assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document. Micronics makes no commitments to update or to keep the information in this manual at a current level when changes are made to the product.

Micronics reserves the right to make improvements to this document and/or product at any time and without notice.

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Trademarks

IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines. Microsoft, Microsoft Word, Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and PCI are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. UNIX is a registered trademark of AT&T Corporation. Lotus 1-2-3 is a registered trademark of Lotus Development Corp. All other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective companies.

Micronics Quick Installation

We know many experienced people prefer to read as little of the documentation as possible. If this sounds like you, here’s the short form:

1. Ground yourself to prevent damaging static discharge, then remove the LPX30WB from its packaging.

2. Check the voltage of your CPU and install a Power Module, if necessary. See Chapter 2 for information on whether or not you will need a Power Module.

Warning: This system board has been factory set to support 5.0V processors. If using a 3.3V or 4.0V processor, you must install a Power Module (Appendix E). Failure to install a Power Module could result in damage to the CPU.

3. Configure and verify the system board’s jumper settings. (See Jumper Settings in Chapter 2)

4. Install the CPU and the system memory. (Chapter 3)

5. Install the motherboard into the system case and make all of the necessary case connections.

6. Install any peripherals (Chapter 3). Do not replace the computer cover until you have verified the system is working properly.

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7. Turn the computer on and press the <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> keys simultaneously after you see the screen below:

8. Set the time and date. Adjust the BIOS settings to match what is installed in your system. If installing an IDE drive, select the IDE device you wish to configure. Press <Enter> with AUTO CONFIG selected and the BIOS will automatically configure the drive for you. (See Chapter 4)

9. After you have configured the BIOS Settings, press the <Esc> key followed by the <F4> key to save the changes and exit. The system will reboot.

10. Install the video drivers provided with the system (Chapter 5).

11. The system is ready for use.

Contents

Introduction ....................................................................... 1-1

Features..................................................................................... 1-2

Configuring the LPX30WB ............................................... 2-1

Static Electricity ....................................................................... 2-1

Office Environment .................................................................. 2-1

LPX30WB Components ........................................................... 2-2

Jumper Settings......................................................................... 2-3

Installing the LPX30WB, System Memory, CPUs and

Peripherals......................................................................... 3-1

Installation of the LPX30WB................................................... 3-2

Tools Required ....................................................................................... 3-2

Equipment Required............................................................................... 3-2

System Memory........................................................................ 3-3

SIMMs Supported .................................................................................. 3-3

Memory Configurations ......................................................................... 3-4

Installing the SIMMs.............................................................................. 3-5

Removing SIMMs .................................................................................. 3-5

Installing a CPU........................................................................ 3-5

Installing 128K of Cache Memory ........................................... 3-6

Installing 256K of Cache Memory ........................................... 3-7

Video Memory- Upgrading to 1 MB ........................................ 3-8

Video Memory- Upgrading to 2 MB ........................................ 3-9

Installing an ISA Riser Card................................................... 3-10

Installing a VL-Bus Peripheral Card .......................................3-11

Installing an ISA Peripheral Card........................................... 3-12

The BIOS Setup Utility ...................................................... 4-1

Configuration............................................................................ 4-1

Initial Boot Up.......................................................................... 4-1

Setup ......................................................................................... 4-2

Running the Setup Procedure ................................................... 4-2

Setting the CMOS Parameters .................................................. 4-3

Setting the CMOS Main Screen ............................................................. 4-4

System Time and Date............................................................................ 4-4

Diskette Drive A or B............................................................................. 4-4

Hard-Disk Drive 1-4 (IDE Drives Only)................................................ 4-4

Base Memory and Extended Memory.................................................... 4-4

Video Card.............................................................................................. 4-4

System Speed ......................................................................................... 4-4

CPU Type ............................................................................................... 4-4

Cache ...................................................................................................... 4-5

External Cache Mode ............................................................................. 4-5

Setting the CMOS Extended Screen......................................... 4-5

System BIOS .......................................................................................... 4-5

Video BIOS ............................................................................................ 4-6

On Board Floppy.................................................................................... 4-6

Primary IDE ........................................................................................... 4-6

Master Speed .......................................................................................... 4-6

Slave Speed ............................................................................................ 4-6

Secondary IDE ....................................................................................... 4-6

Serial Port 1 ............................................................................................ 4-6

Serial Port 2 ............................................................................................ 4-6

Parallel Port ............................................................................................ 4-6

Parallel Port Mode.................................................................................. 4-7

Energy Saving Timer.............................................................................. 4-7

Non-Cacheable Area .............................................................................. 4-7

Keyboard ................................................................................................ 4-7

System Password .................................................................................... 4-7

Setup Password ...................................................................................... 4-8

Re-Configuring Your Computer ............................................... 4-8

Installing Video Drivers .................................................... 6-1

Installation ................................................................................ 6-1

Microsoft Windows 3.1 ............................................................ 6-2

SCREEN CONTROL............................................................................. 6-3

Advanced Features (Virtual Screen Control) ......................................... 6-5

DPMS (Display Power Management SIGNALING) ............................. 6-8

Display Driver UNinstallation ..............................................................6-11

Microsoft Windows NT.......................................................... 6-12

Microsoft Windows NT 3.1.................................................................. 6-12

Microsoft Windows NT 3.5.................................................................. 6-12

Utilities Installation ................................................................ 6-13

Installation Procedures ......................................................................... 6-13

Utilities Summary ................................................................................ 6-14

Driver Installation................................................................... 6-18

Lotus 1-2-3, versions 2.1 and 2.2......................................................... 6-18

Symphony 2.x ...................................................................................... 6-19

GEM Desktop 3.xx............................................................................... 6-20

Ventura Publisher ................................................................................. 6-20

WordPerfect ............................................................................ 6-21

WordPerfect 5.1 .................................................................................... 6-21

WordPerfect 6.0 .................................................................................... 6-22

Microsoft Word for DOS ........................................................ 6-24

MS Word 5.0 ........................................................................................ 6-24

MS Word 5.5 ........................................................................................ 6-24

Panacea AutoCAD TurboDLD Driver ................................... 6-25

AutoCAD/386 Release 10 and 11 ........................................................ 6-25

AutoCAD/386 Release 12 .................................................................... 6-26

Quattro Pro 2.x for DOS......................................................... 6-28

POST Messages ............................................................... A-1

Beep Codes ...................................................................... B-1

Hard Disk Drive Types ..................................................... C-1

Specifications................................................................... D-1

Environmental Specifications...................................................D-2

Temperature Range.................................................................................D-2

Relative Humidity.....................................................................D-2

Battery Disposal .......................................................................D-3

Installing a Power Module ................................................E- 1

FCC Warning Statement ........................................................... F-1

Glossary....................................................................................G-1

Limited W arranty.....................................................................W-1

Non-W arranty Service .............................................................W-2

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Introduction

The LPX30WB is an integrated, low-profile, LPX system board, featuring VESA Local bus architecture, a Mode 3 IDE controller, and 64-bit graphics. The Micronics LPX30WB system board represents Micronics’ third generation of VESA Local Bus system boards and makes an excellent foundation for an advanced personal computer or workstation.

Micronics is a forerunner in VESA Local Bus technology. The VESA Local Bus Architecture provides high performance for Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) and peripherals that perform high speed data transfers, such as disks and multimedia.

The LPX30WB is also a “Green Board” which means it adheres to the Environmental Protection Agency’s strict Energy Star efficiency guidelines. The Green features are not available when a DX4- 100MHz is installed. See Chapter 4 for information and instructions on how to set up the “Green Section” of the BIOS.

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Features

The LPX30WB includes the following features:

m LPX form factor system board.

m Micronics’ X30 chipset with an on-chip external level 2 cache controller.

m One proprietary slot built onto the system board. Slot will accommodate

a riser card which supports up to one VESA and four ISA peripheral cards.

m On-board local bus graphics accelerator, using the Trident TGUI9440AG

video controller. Will accommodate 512K, 1MB, or 2MB of video memory.

m On-board feature connectors accept:

14,400 Faxmodem module (optional). Ethernet network adapter module (optional).

3.3V and 4.0V power modules for low voltage CPU’s.

m Accepts up to 128MB of DRAM.

m Accepts up to 256K of external cache. m VESA Mode 3 IDE controller (supports two drives). m Secondary ISA IDE controller (supports two drives).

m Floppy controller (Supports 1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K, and 360K drives).

m Two high speed 16550 compatible serial ports.

m Bi-directional parallel port that is EPP and ECP compatible.

m Battery-backed real-time clock.

m Supports the following processors:

- 486SX, 25 or 33MHz

- 486SX2, 50MHz

- 486DX, 33MHz

- 486DX2, 50 or 66MHz

- 486DX4, 75 or 100MHz

- Cyrix 486DX, 40MHz

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- Cyrix 486DX2, 80MHz

Configuring the LPX30WB

Although the LPX30WB system board is packaged in protective materials, it is important to use care while unpacking and setting up.

Static Electricity

The LPX30WB is shipped from the factory in an antistatic bag. To reduce the possibility of damage, it is important to neutralize any accumulated static charges on your body before handling the board. The best way to do this is to ground yourself using a special wrist or ankle strap. If you do not have a strap, you should touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object. After you have grounded yourself, ground the LPX30WB via the solder pads surrounding one of its mounting holes.

Once the LPX30WB is removed from its packaging, place it on top of the antistatic bag. Carefully inspect the board for damage which may have occurred during shipment.

Jumper Settings

Office Environment

Make sure the finished computer system is in an area with good ventilation. The system should not be in direct sunlight, near heaters, or exposed to moisture, dust, or dirt.

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LPX30WB Components

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Figure 2-1 LPX30WB System Board

Jumper Settings

CPU Voltage

Table 2-1 lists the voltage requirements for CPUs supported by this system board.

CPU Manufacturer(s) Voltage 486SX Intel, AMD 5.0V

486DX Intel, AMD 5.0V 486DX2 Intel 5.0V 486DX2 AMD 3.3V or 5.0V 486SL-series Intel 5.0V Write-Back Enhanced 486DX2 Intel 5.0V 486DX4 Intel, AMD 3.3V Pentium OverDrive Intel 5.0V Cyrix 486DX/DX2 Cyrix 5.0V Cyrix 486DX2V-80 Cyrix 4.0V

Table 2-1 CPU Voltage Requirements

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Jumper Settings

Table 2-2 and 2-3 list the jumper settings to select the CPU installed in your system.

CPU W11 W12 W18 W19 W20 W21 W22 486SX 2-3 open open 2-3 open open open

486DX/DX2 1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 2-3 open open open SL Enhanced DX2 1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 2-3 2-3 open open Write-Back Enhanced 486DX2 486DX4 1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 2-3 2-3 open open Pentium OverDrive 1-2, 3-4 2-3 open 1-2 2-3 open open Cyrix 486DX/DX2 1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 2-3 1-2 open open AMD 486DXL2 1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 2-3 open open open

CPU W23 W24 W25 W26 W27 W28 486SX 1-2 2-3 open open open open

486DX/DX2 1-2 2-3 open open open open SL Enhanced DX2 1-2 2-3 open 4-5 open 3-4 Write-Back Enhanced 486DX2 486DX4 1-2 2-3 open 4-5 open 3-4 Pentium OverDrive 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2 3-4 Cyrix 486DX/DX2 2-3 1-2 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 AMD 486DXL2 1-2 2-3 open open open open

1-2, 3-4 3-4 open 1-2 2-3 short 2-3

Table 2-2 CPU Jumper Settings

1-2 1-2 1-2 4-5 1-2 1-2, 3-4

Table 2-3 CPU Jumper Settings (Cont’d.)

Note: If you are using a 3.3V or 4.0V processor, you will need to install a special Power Module. See Appendix E for more information.

The maximum external clock frequency for a DX4 is 33 MHz.

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Jumper Settings

Table 2-4 lists the jumper settings to select the speed of the CPU installed in your system.

Speed

25MHz 33MHz 40MHz

Jumper W9 open close open

W10 open close close

Table 2-4 CPU Speed Selection

Table 2-5 lists the jumper settings to select the size of the external cache.

Jumper Function Setting

W13 0K

128K 256K

W14 0K

128K 256K

W15 0K

128K 256K

W17 0K

128K 256K

open

1-2 2-3

open

1-2 2-3

open

1-2 2-3

open

1-2 2-3

Table 2-5 External Cache Size Selection

Table 2-6 lists the jumper settings to enable or disable the VL IDE controller.

Jumper Function Setting

W7 Enable VL IDE controller (default)

Disable VL IDE controller

Table 2-6 VL IDE Selection

1-2 2-3

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Table 2-7 lists the jumper settings to set the VL IDE hard disk controller for IRQ14. Leave this set to IRQ14 unless you are using a SCSI controller and need to free up an unnecessary IRQ, or if you want to use the ISA IDE controller as the primary IDE controller.

Jumper Function Setting

W33 IRQ14 (default)

IRQ15

Table 2-7 VL IDE IRQ14 Selection

1-2 2-3

Table 2-8 lists the jumper settings to enable or disable the IDE controller.

Jumper Function Setting

W8 Enabl e IDE controller (default)

Disable IDE controller

Table 2-8 ISA IDE Selection

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Table 2-9 lists the jumper settings to set the ISA IDE controller for IRQ14 or IRQ15.

Jumper Function Setting

W32 IRQ14 (default)

IRQ15

Table 2-9 IDE Controller IRQ Selection

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Table 2-10 lists the jumper settings to select the type of video installed.

Jumper Function Setting

W2 Color monitor (default)

Monochrome monitor

Table 2-10 Video Selection

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close open

Jumper Settings

Table 2-11 lists the jumper settings to enable or disable the on-board VGA controller

Jumper Function Setting

W34 On-board VGA enabled (default)

On-board VGA disabled

W39 On-board VGA enabled (default)

On-board VGA disabled

Table 2-11 VGA Controller Selection

2-3 1-2 2-3 1-2

Table 2-12 lists the jumper settings to set the VGA controller for IRQ9.

Jumper Function Setting

W35 On-board VGA IRQ9 disabled (default)

On-board VGA IRQ9 enabled

Table 2-12 VGA IRQ9 Selection

open

Table 2-13 lists the jumper settings to program the Flash BIOS.

Jumper Function Setting

W4 Flash BIO S write protected (def ault)

Flash BIOS programmable

Table 2-13 BIOS Operation Selection

open close

Table 2-14 lists the jumper settings to enable or disable the optional buzzer.

Jumper Function Setting

W31 Buzzer enabled (default)

Buzzer disabled

Table 2-14 Buzzer Selection

close open

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Table 2-15 lists the jumper setting to reset the CMOS. With the computer’s power off, move the jumper to pins 2 and 3 for about five seconds and place the jumper back on pins 1 and 2.

Jumper Function Setting

W5 Norm al Operation (default)

Reset CMOS

Table 2-15 CMOS Reset Jumper

1-2 2-3

Table 2-16 lists the jumper settings for case and peripheral connections.

Jumper Function Notes

J13 Primary IDE Connector Can be disabled in

CMOS.

J14 Secondary Connector Can be disabled in

CMOS. J15 Floppy Connector J31 VGA Connector J12 Parallel Port Connector Can be disabled in

CMOS. J10 Serial Port (Com 1) Can be disabled in

CMOS. J11 Serial Port (Com 2) Can be disabled in

CMOS.

J5 PS/2 Keyboard J6 PS/2 Mouse

J1 & J2 Power Supply Connectors

J19 Turbo LED 1-5V DC; 2- Ground J18 Tu rbo Sw itch J21 Reset J23 IDE LED 1-5V DC; 2- Ground J20 Keylock/ Power LED 1-Power; 2-N/C; 3-

Ground; 4-5V DC J17 Speaker Connector 1-Speaker; 2-N/C; 3-

Ground; 4-5V DC J22 Power Module Connector See Appendix E

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Table 2-16 Case and Peripheral Connections

Chapter 2 addendum

Table 2-5 lists the jumper settings to enable or disable the VL IDE controller.

Jumper Function Setting

W7 Enable VL IDE controller (default)

Disable VL IDE controller

Table 2-5 VL IDE Selection

Table 2-6 lists the jumper settings to set the VL IDE hard disk controller for IRQ14. Leave this set to IRQ14 unless you are using a SCSI controller and need to free up an unnecessary IRQ, or if you want to use the ISA IDE controller as the primary IDE controller.

Jumper Function Setting

W33 IRQ14 (default)

IRQ15

1-2 2-3

Table 2-6 VL IDE IRQ14 Selection

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Features

The LPX30WB includes the following features:

m LPX form factor system board. m Micronics’ X30 chipset with an on-chip external level 2 cache controller. m Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. m One proprietary slot built onto the system board. Slot will accomodate a

riser card which supports up to five ISA peripheral cards. m On-board local bus video adapter, using the Chips and Technologies 64300

video controller.

m Local bus IDE controller with Mode 3 local bus IDE support. m Floppy controller (Supports 2.88MB, 1.44MB, 1.2MB, 720K, and 360K

floppy drive).

m Two high speed NS16550 compatible serial ports. m Bi-directional parallel port that is EPP and ECP compatible. m Battery-backed real-time clock. m Supports the following processors in the CPU ZIF socket:

- 486SX, 25 or 33MHz

- 486SX2, 50MHz

- 486DX, 33MHz

- 486DX2, 50 or 66MHz

- 486DX4, 75 or 100MHz

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Installing the LPX30WB,

System Memory, CPUs, and Peripherals

This section explains how to install the LPX30WB system board, SIMMs, CPUs, and peripherals.

Warning: Before installing or removing any peripherals or components, make sure you have a clear work space and that you adhere to all anti-static precautions described on page 2-1. Micronics recommends that only trained technicians operate on the system board. Damage which occurs to the board while adding or removing peripherals or components may void the warranty.

If problems arise while installing peripherals, contact the computer outlet where you purchased the peripheral or Micronics’ Technical Support Department.

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Installation of the LPX30WB

The installation of the LPX30WB system board depends on the type of case you use. The LPX30WB is an integrated, low profile LPX system board and should be limited to installation in a low profile chassis.

Prior to installing the LPX30WB, make sure you have a clear work space available and adhere to all anti-static precautions.

If you are unfamiliar with installing a system board, Micronics highly recommends you read the computer user’s manual or contact your dealer’s technical support department.

Tools Required

Micronics recommends using the following tools to install the LPX30WB:

m Small Phillips screwdriver.

m Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers.

m Tray (to hold loose screws).

Equipment Required

Micronics recommends using the following equipment with the LPX30WB for a typical configuration:

m LPX or Low Profile Chassis.

m A high quality power supply capable of providing continuous power

within a 5 volt range, plus or minus 5% (eg., 4.75 to 5.25). A power filter may be used with a noisy AC power source..

m PS/2 style keyboard and mouse.

m Eight ohm speaker.

m Standard ribbon cables for internal connections.

m Standard power cord (grounded).

m Heat sink with cooling fan.

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System Memory

System memory devices, commonly known as SIMMs (Single Inline Memory Modules), are necessary to operate the LPX30WB system board. The LPX30WB has four SIMM sockets and can be upgraded to 128 Megabytes of RAM. This section will explain the type of SIMMs supported, list the memory configurations supported, and show how to physically install the new SIMMs.

SIMMs Supported

The LPX30WB supports the following 72 pin, 60 or 70ns SIMMs:

4MB (1Mx36 or 1Mx32) 8MB (2Mx36 or 2Mx32) 16MB (4Mx36 or 4Mx32) 32MB (8Mx36 or 8Mx32)

The LPX30WB supports both parity (XMx36) and non-parity SIMMs (XMx32). However, these modules cannot be mixed. If your system has parity SIMMs, you can only add parity SIMMs. If your system has non-parity SIMMs, you can only add non-parity SIMMs.

Note: For long term reliability, Micronics recommends using SIMMs with tin-plated contacts. The use of gold-plated contacts may conflict with the tin alloy of the SIMM socket.

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Memory Configurations

The following table (Figure 3-1) lists the most common memory configurations supported.

Memory Bank 0 Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3

4MB 1MBx36 8MB 2MBx36

8MB 1MBx36 1MBx36 12MB 1MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 16MB 1MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 16MB 4MBx36 16MB 2MBx36 2MBx36 24MB 2MBx36 2MBx36 2MBx36 24MB 2MBx36 2MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 32MB 8MBx36 32MB 4MBx36 4MBx36 32MB 2MBx36 2MBx36 2MBx36 2MBx36 40MB 4MBx36 4MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 48MB 4MBx36 4MBx36 2MBx36 2MBx36 48MB 4MBx36 4MBx36 4MBx36 64MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 64MB 4MBx36 4MBx36 4MBx36 4MBx36 72MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 1MBx36 1MBx36 80MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 2MBx36 2MBx36 96MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 8MBx36 96MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 4MBx36 4MBx36

128MB 8MBx36 8MBx36 8MBx36 8MBx36

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Table 3-1 Common Memor y Configurations

Installing System Memory and Add-On Peripherals

Installing the SIMMs

To install the SIMMs, locate the SIMM sockets on the system board.

Start with bank 0 and perform the following steps to install the SIMMs:

1. Hold the SIMM so that the notched edge is aligned with the notch on the SIMM socket (Figure 3-1).

2. Insert the SIMM at a 45 degree angle.

3. Gently push the SIMM into an upright position until it locks into place (past the release tabs).

Figure 3-1 Installing a 72-Pin SIMM

Removing SIMMs

Perform the following steps to remove SIMMs, if necessary:

1. With both thumbs (or fingers), press the release tabs away from the socket.

2. With the SIMM free from the release tabs, lift the module up and place in an anti-static bag or package.

Installing a CPU

The LPX30WB is designed to support a large variety of 486 processors. If you want to upgrade your processor, it is recommended you bring your system and this manual to your local dealer or a qualified repair center.

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Installing 128K of Cache Memory

In addition to the internal (L1) cache built into the CPU, the LPX30WB also supports external (L2) cache. The LPX30WB is available with 128K or 256K external cache.

To install 128K of external cache, carefully install five 32Kx8-15ns SRAM chips into SRAM sockets U47, U48, U49, U50, and U23.(Figure 3-2) After installing the cache upgrade, refer to Table 2-2 for the correct external cache jumper settings.

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Figure 3-2 Upgrading to 128K External Cache

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Installing 256K of Cache Memory

To upgrade to 256K cache, carefully install five (or ten) 32Kx8-15ns SRAMs into the open SRAM sockets (Figure 3-3). After installing the cache upgrade, refer to Table 2-2 for the correct external cache jumper settings.

Figure 3-3 Upgrading to 256K External Cache

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Video Memory- Upgrading to 1 MB

The LPX30WB is available with 512K, 1MB, or 2MB of video memory. To upgrade to 1MB from 512K, install one 256K x 16-60ns video memory chip into socket U303 (Figure 3-3).

Figure 3-3 Upgrading to 1MB of Video RAM

Note: Make sure the notches on the video memory match the notches on the sockets.

Only use 256Kx16-60ns (2CAS) Wide DRAMs.

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Video Memory- Upgrading to 2 MB

To upgrade to 2MB of video memory, install one 256K x 16-60ns video memory chip into each of the open sockets (Figure 3-4).

Figure 3-4 Upgrading to 2MB of Video RAM

Note: Make sure the notches on the video memory match the notches on the sockets.

Only use 256Kx16-60ns (2CAS) Wide DRAMs.

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Installing an ISA/VL Riser Card

The LPX30WB includes a riser card which is required for proper system operation. If the system board is not installed in a chassis, perform the following steps to install the riser card:

1. Locate the LPX30WB’s slot (refer to Figure 2-1).

2. Make sure no peripherals are installed on the riser card.

3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level. Never insert the card at an

angle.

4. Holding the card at the center of the top edge, gently push straight in. Do not force the card. If it does not fit, take it out and try again.

5. Make sure the card is fully inserted and use the case screws to secure the riser card in place.

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Figure 3-5 Inserting the LPX30WB Riser Card

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Installing a VL-Bus Peripheral Card

Micronics VL-Bus slots accommodate all VL-Bus cards which meet the VESA specifications. Complete the following steps to install a VL-Bus card:

1. Turn the computer system off and remove the cover.

2. Choose an unused VL-Bus slot on the riser card and remove the slot cover.

3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insert the

card at an angle!

4. Carefully push the card straight in while securing the other side of the riser card with your free hand. Make sure the card is fully inserted.

5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.

6. Replace the cover.

7. Read the card’s manual for additional instructions concerning installation and software drivers.

Figure 3-6 Installing a VL-Bus Card

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Installing an ISA Peripheral Card

Micronics ISA slots accommodate all standard ISA peripherals. Complete the following steps to install a ISA card:

1. Turn the computer system off and remove the cover.

2. Choose an unused ISA slot on the riser card and remove the slot cover.

3. Insert the card with the bottom edge level to the slot. Never insertthe

card at an angle!

4. Carefully push the card straight in while securing the other side of the riser card with your free hand. Make sure the card is fully inserted.

5. Replace the screw which holds the card into place.

6. Replace the cover.

7. Read the card’s manual for additional instructions concerning installation and software drivers.

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Figure 3-7 Installing a ISA Card

4The BIOS Setup Utility

Configuration

After the LPX30WB system board and all hardware is installed, the system is ready for configuration. Before turning on the computer, make sure all cables are correctly connected and all jumpers are correctly set.

It is recommended you keep the computer cover off the first time you boot the system. If you have any difficulties, they will be easier to correct.

Initial Boot Up

Power up the LPX30WB. If the system doesn’t properly boot, check all your cables and peripherals for bad connections. You may also get error messages or beep codes. If this occurs, consult Appendices A and/or B for a guide to possible solutions.

After the system properly boots, it is ready to be configured. The following pages explain the proper procedures for BIOS configuration.

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Setup

The Setup procedure is built into the system. Setup begins after the completed system is powered up. Once the system is powered up and goes through a memory test, the following screen appears on your monitor:

Figure 4-1 Power-Up Screen

If the systems detects a configuration error, it displays an error message. After the error message, another message displays indicating the choice to “press <F1> to continue (boot up), or <F2> to run the Setup procedure.” Normally, you will press <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> simultaneously to begin the Setup procedure.

Running the Setup Procedure

Upon pressing <F2>, the CMOS Main Screen (Figure 4-2) should appear and the prompt should be on the time line. If the Power-Up Screen does not appear but a DOS prompt does (i.e., A:\ or C:\), press the <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> keys simultaneously to begin the Setup procedure.

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The LPX30WB system board has two CMOS configuration screens: the Main Screen (Figure 4-2) and the Extended Screen (Figure 4-3). To toggle between the screens, press the PgUp/PgDn keys.

Figure 4-2 CMOS Main Screen

Now, configure the parameters to match your specific requirements. See the following pages for procedures on how to set the computer’s parameters.

To return to the CMOS configuration screens at any time to change or view any of these parameters, press <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> simultaneously.

Setting the CMOS Parameters

Before running the computer, certain parameters on the CMOS configuration screens must be set so the computer properly operates. First, set the parameters on the CMOS Main Screen, then press the PgUp/PgDn key, and set the parameters on the CMOS Extended Screen.

Note: Some of the parameters are already set and should not be changed. Only change the settings if necessary.

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Setting the CMOS Main Screen

System Time and Date

To set the time, use the minus <-> key to decrease the number and the plus <+> key to increase the number. To move the prompt forward, use the right arrow <→> key; to move the prompt backward, use the left arrow < ←> key. Follow the same procedure for the date.

Diskette Drive A or B

This allows you to configure a diskette drive added or removed from your computer. Use the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options.

Hard-Disk Drive 1-4 (IDE Drives Only)

This selection allows you to configure a hard disk installed in your system. Use the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options. See Appendix C for a complete listing of all possible hard drive types.

To install most SCSI hard drives, select NOT INSTALLED. To manually configure the hard drive, select USER CONFIG. Press the down arrow <↓> key and type in the appropriate parameters. To automatically configure an IDE hard drive, select AUTO CONFIG. Drives that can be Auto-Configured report parameters to the BIOS.

Base Memory and Extended Memory

Both of these memory settings are automatically configured. Press the down arrow <↓> key to move to the next selection.

Video Card

This sets the type of monitor required for your computer. The display peripheral supports VGA/EGA, CGA80, CGA40, Monochrome (MONO), or no monitor at all. Use the <+/-> keys to toggle between the options.

Note: If you set the video card option to Not Installed, it will automatically support a VGA card, if installed. If no video card is installed, there will be no error beeps and the system will perform normally.

System Speed

This parameter selects two speeds on the computer. When set to NORMAL, the system operates at full speed. When set to SLOW, it runs at about half of the normal speed.

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CPU Type

This option selects the CPU installed and has auto detection with corresponding jumper settings on board. You must choose the correct CPU selection with the corresponding CPU. This selection is for user-upgradeable CPUs.

Cache

This category allows you to enable both the internal and the external cache, enable the internal cache only, or disable both caches. For optimal performance, select BOTH.

External Cache Mode

This selection sets the secondary cache scheme. Setting the scheme to WRITE-BACK will improve performance up to 4%.

Setting the CMOS Extended Screen

You can toggle between the Main screen and the Extended screen (Figure 4-3) using the PgUp and PgDn key.

Figure 4-3 CMOS Extended Screen

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System BIOS

The System BIOS Option allows you to Shadow, Shadow & Cache, or Disable the BIOS Shadow on the system board. Choosing SHADOWED copies the system’s BIOS into RAM for faster execution. Choosing SHADOWED & CACHED caches the shadowed system BIOS for even higher performance. This allows you to take advantage of the high-speed 32-bit bus and the 70 nanosecond RAM. Use the <+/-> key to toggle between the options.

Video BIOS

The Video BIOS Option allows you to Shadow, Shadow & Cache, or Disable the BIOS Shadow on the system board. Choosing SHADOWED copies the system’s video BIOS into RAM for faster execution. Choosing SHADOWED & CACHED caches the shadowed video BIOS for even higher performance. Use the <+/-> key to toggle between the options. The System BIOS Shadow option must be set to SHADOW or SHADOW & CACHE before enabling the Video BIOS Shadow options.

On-Board Floppy

The On Board Floppy controller can be set to ENABLED or DISABLED.

Primary IDE

The ISA IDE controller can be set to ENABLED or DISABLED.

Master Speed

The speed can be set for SLOW, NORMAL, or ENHANCED. To improve the performance of your system, see the manufacturer’s specifications to determine the optimal setting. The default setting is NORMAL.

Slave Speed

The speed can be set for SLOW, NORMAL, or ENHANCED. To improve the performance of your system, see the manufacturer’s specifications to determine the optimal setting. The default setting is NORMAL.

Secondary IDE

The ISA IDE controller can be set to ENABLED or DISABLED.

Serial Port 1

Serial Port 1 may be set for COM1 (default), COM3, or may be disabled. Be sure this setting does not conflict with any other peripherals.

Serial Port 2

Serial Port 2 may be set for COM2 (default), COM4, or may be disabled. Be sure this setting does not conflict with any other peripherals.

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Parallel Port

The parallel port may be set for LPT1 (default), LPT2, or may be disabled. Be sure this setting does not conflict with any other peripherals.

Parallel Port Mode

The parallel port may be set for AT mode (output only), PS/2 mode (bidirectional), or may be disabled.

Energy Saving Timer

The Energy Saving Timer conserves energy by putting the system into a “sleep mode.” When the system is in sleep mode, it consumes less energy.

If a specified time elapses and no keystrokes are performed, the computer goes into sleep mode. The timer recognizes keyboard activity and mouse movements.

This category can be set for one minute or in increments of fifteen minutes (up to 120 minutes). After the allotted time, the CPU will reduce its speed to 8MHz. The Scroll Lock light will flash to indicate reduced speed. To return to full processing speed, press any key.

Non-Cacheable Area

This category allows a block of 32-bit memory to be set as NONCACHEABLE. The size and address can be selected. The sizes include: 64K, 128K, 256K, 512K, 1M, 2M, and 4M.

To select the memory to be Non-Cacheable, use the <+/-> keys to change the first three zeros to the appropriate address (only these zeros can be changed). It must start from 0000000h to 0FF0000h (15.94MB). The default setting for this category is UNDEFINED.

Keyboard

If the keyboard category is set to INSTALLED, the computer will test the keyboard during boot. If set for NOT INSTALLED, the system will ignore any keyboard errors and always attempt to boot. Set this for INSTALLED unless using the system board in an application which does not require a keyboard.

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System Password

When enabled, a password will be required to enter the system.

To set a system password, set this category to ENABLED. After you have finished configuring the BIOS, press the <Esc> key to exit followed by the <F4> key to save the changes and reboot. When the system reboots, it will ask you to enter a new password. After you enter the new password, the System Password feature will be in effect.

Warning: If you forget your password, it cannot be changed without discharging the CMOS.

Setup Password

When enabled, a password will be required to enter Setup.

To activate the Setup Password, set this category to ENABLED. After you have finished configuring the BIOS, press the <Esc> key to exit followed by the <F4> key to save the changes and reboot. After the system reboots, press <Ctrl>, <Alt>, and <Esc> simultaneously to re-enter the setup program. On re-entering the Setup program, you will be asked to enter a new password. After entering the new password, the Setup Password feature will be in effect.

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Re-Configuring Your Computer

Press the <Esc> key to reach the Exit Pop-Up Screen. Now select <F4> to save and initialize the new Setup.

Figure 4-4 Exit Pop-up Screen

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A README file is provided for each application driver in the Trident installation disks. These files summarize the latest product revisions, contain directions for installation, and use of enhanced drivers. After their corresponding drivers are installed, you may load and print their README files using any word processor.

Installation

This chapter provides instructions on the installation of the software drivers supplied with the graphics accelerator board. These software drivers offer performance and quality improvements over the standard graphics software drivers supplied with the computer system. Drivers extend the graphics capability for selected applications by offering options such as increased screen size, color depth and monitor refresh rates, as well as improving overall graphic performance.

Note: To conserve hard disk space, install only the drivers you use. You may require application software disks during driver installation.

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Microsoft Windows 3.1

The graphic installation program (TINSTALL) supports a simple 6 step installation procedure for the display driver setup program, the power management program and the UNinstall program.

To use TINSTALL, follow the 6 steps below:

1. Ensure MS Windows 3.1 is up and running properly, using the standard VGA driver.

2. Select the MAIN group in Program Manager.

3. Click on FILE or press the <Alt> and <f> keys simultaneously.

4. Click on RUN or press <r> to select command line.

5. Type in A:TINSTALL (if the display driver disk is in the B drive then type in B:TINSTALL) and then press <Enter> (Figure 5-1).

Figure 5-1 Running the TINSTALL Program

6. A menu will appear, offering a choice of Express or Custom Installation.

Express Installation

Express Installation is quick and decision free. Display drivers will be copied into the TRIDENT.AGI directory and Utility files will be copied into the TRIDENT.UTL directory. Once all files are copied, a program group called DISPLAY DRIVER AND UTILITIES will be created.

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Custom Installation

Custom Installation allows control over file storage and placement of icons. The first dialog box which appears shows the where the drivers will be copied. Click the CONTINUE button. The next dialog box displays a summary of where files are stored. Select CONTINUE to copy the drivers and utilities files. When all files are copied, the program will present a choice of program groups where the icons will be created. Create a new group to place the utility icons or select from preexisting groups (e.g. main, applications, accessories, etc.).

When all necessary files are copied and a group name is selected, the Tinstall program will create three icons:

a. Screen Control (used to configure display drivers).

b. DPMS (used for power management configurations).

c. UNinstall (used to delete the installed TRIDENT drivers).

Note: Different “display driver set” versions cannot be installed to the same directory name. “Display driver sets” of the same version number ( e.g. UA6.0 ) will replace the existing one.

SCREEN CONTROL

The Screen Control panel contains controls for setting screen resolution, color depth, font size, refresh rates. Not all combinations of screen resolution, color depth, font size and refresh rate are attainable.

Screen Resolution

Screen resolutions of 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024 or 1600x1200 can be selected by clicking next to the available options. The virtual screen size is automatically adjusted to be at least as large as the selected screen resolution.

Color Depth

Color depths of 16, 256, 64K, or 16.7M colors can be selected by clicking next to the desired option. Color depth determines the number of colors that may be simultaneously displayed on the screen. The selected color depth determines the possible resolutions.

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Font-size

You may choose between small, large, and extra large on-screen font sizes. Depending on the resolution and monitor type, this option may not be available.

Refresh Rates

Available refresh rates are dependent on the selected color depth and resolution. The “Back to Default” option is used to reset the refresh rate to the factory default value.

Configuring the Display Driver

1. Select the color depth first (Figure 5-2). If the current driver does not support the selected color depth, restart Windows.

2. Select the resolution.

3. Select the font size (if option is available).

4. Select the refresh rate.

5. Click on OK. If the current driver does not support the selected configuration, restart Windows.

Note: Hot Key Control should be enabledbefore going into advanced setup. There is no virtual screen support for 16 colors. 1280x1024 is only available for 16 colors.

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Figure 5.2 Screen Control Menu

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Advanced Features (Virtual Screen Control)

The advanced features of the program is accessed by pressing ALT + D or by clicking on the box marked Advanced.

This action opens up an extension of the Main Panel which presents the following features:

1. Hot Key selection. Enabling this function allows setting up predefined key strokes achieve specific virtual screen related actions.

2. Turn On virtual screen. This function allows the use of the predefined virtual screen sizes. The predefined virtual screen sizes are selected by clicking next to available options. The size of the available predefined virtual screen is dependent on the selected color depth and resolution.

3. Customize Virtual screen area. Selecting this feature opens up a new screen titled Virtual Screen Advanced Settings. The features presented through this screen are as follows:

Standard display resolutions are 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768 or

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1280x1024. The amount of display memory used depends on the selected resolution and color depth. For resolutions of 640x480, 800x600, and 1024x768, there is a substantial amount of display memory left unused. The Virtual Screen features take advantage of this unused memory by “expanding” the display area into the off-screen area.

Virtual Screen Control allows the user to make effective use of a display screen larger than the standard 640x480, 800x600 or 1024x768, and the standard resolution is the center of the screen. The user can “pan” around the larger Virtual Screen area by the using a standard mouse or a set of “HOT KEYS.” For example, it is possible to select a resolution of 640x480 and set the Virtual Screen size to 800x600. Thus, the 640x480 screen sits at the center of a 800x600 matrix, and the user can “pan” through the entire 800x600 matrix in a 640x480 window (Figure 5-3).

Panning allows traversing a larger screen through a smaller window.

VIRTUAL SCREEN AREA ACTUAL DISPLAY AREA

Figure 5-3 Virtual Screen Control

The advanced features provide functions to customize the virtual screen, as shown in Figure 5-4:

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Figure 5.5 Virtual Screen Control Menu

Freeze Screen

The Freeze Screen option is used to disable the panning feature, giving the illusion of a frozen screen but maintaining other virtual screen functions. Hot key functions are available for this feature.

Linear Frame Buffer Address

The Linear Addressing driver will automatically detect the system’s memory size and sets the frame buffer to an unused area above the system memory. The Linear Frame Buffer Address setting is useful in avoiding conflicts with Windows applications which use the same linear frame buffer address as the Display Driver. Addresses between 18 and 63 megabytes may be selected. If there is no conflict, the default setting is highly recommended.

Border Space

The Border Space option is used to set up a border (thickness measured in pixels) within the displayable Area, which is used as a marker for panning the screen, i.e. when the cursor hits against this border, screen panning occurs (Figure 5-5).

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Border space sets up a transparent border (black area) on the display area, that is used as a threshold to start panning the virtual screen.

Figure 5-5 Border Space

Pan Set Hot Key

Hot keys may be set up to pan the virtual screen left, right, up and down. The feature has to be enabled first by clicking on the ENABLE box, before hot keys can be selected.

Once all selections are made, click on OK or press ALT + O to exit the advanced setup.

DPMS (Display Power Management SIGNALING)

The Power Management program is designed for energy-saving monitors which conform to the VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) standard.

Warning:

The use of this program is not recommended for monitors that do not support the VESA DPMS standard.

The program offers three power-down modes (Figure-5-6):

1. Standby (minimum power savings)

2. Suspend (substantial power savings)

3. Off state (maximum power savings)

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Figure 5-6 DPMS Menu

The program monitors for mouse and/or keyboard activity. When activity is not detected for a specified delay period (controlled by the Delay Time parameter), the program signals the TGUI9440AGi to enter the selected power-down modes.

The Display Power Management program offers several options to customize the DPMS operation:

Delay Time

The delay time to enter each mode may be set by entering the value (in minutes) in the Delay Time parameters. Values can be entered by either clicking on the count-up or countdown button, or by clicking on the number, deleting it, and typing in the desired time in minutes (Figure 5-7).

Figure 5-7 Setting the Delay Time

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Activity Select

The Activity Select option may be set to sense mouse movement, keyboard activity, or both. For example: if both mouse and keyboard are selected, then either activity will reestablish the powered down signals.

Password Option

The Password Option sets up a password to get back onto the screen.

A password is set up by first clicking on the box marked PASSWORD PROTECTED or by pressing ALT + P (this is confirmed by the presence of an “X” in the box).

Press ALT + S or click on the box marked SET PASSWORD.

Type in the selected password (twice) and select OK, or press <Enter>.

Clock

Turning on the clock enables the digital count down display.

Alarm

If the Alarm option is enabled, then the last 5 seconds of countdown to stand by mode is synchronized with beeps from the PC speaker.

Startup On/Off

This option installs the Display Power Management program onto the Windows Startup file, so DPMS is active upon entering Windows.

Default

The default button sets all parameters back to the factory default values.

Test

The test feature is used to give a demonstration of the DPMS power down function.

Save

This feature is used to save all the current settings. Once all settings are selected, the program is activated by pressing ALT + O or by clicking on the box marked Turn On DPMS.

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Display Driver UNinstallation

The UNinstall program enables the user to safely delete specific display drivers or an entire display driver set.

To remove an entire Display Driver Set, complete the following steps:

1. Using the arrow keys or mouse, select the desired Display Driver Set to be removed (the set to be deleted should be highlighted).

2. Once the desired Driver Set is selected, click on the Delete button or press <Enter>.

Note: The UNinstall program will not permit the deletion of a Display Driver Set that is currently used.

To remove an individual driver from a Display Driver Set, complete the following steps:

1. Using the arrow keys or mouse, select the desired Display Driver Set to be removed (the set to be deleted should be highlighted).

2. Once the desired Driver Set is selected, click on the Enter button. This will pull up a list of available display drivers.

3. Select the display driver to be deleted by using the mouse or the up/down arrow keys to scroll through the list.

4. Click on the Delete button or press ALT + D to delete the selected display driver.

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Microsoft Windows NT

Microsoft Windows NT 3.1

Installation

1. Run the Microsoft Windows NT Setup program located inthe Main group of Program Manager.

2. Select “Change System Settings” from the “Options” pull-down menu.

3. Select “Other” from the display options.

4. Microsoft Windows NT 3.1 will prompt you for the path where the Trident drivers are located. Enter the path “X:\TVGAUTIL\NTDRV\ NT31\” where X is the drive where Disk 2 of the Trident Utility is located.

5. A list of all Trident drivers will appear, select the resolution and color depth desired.

6. Restart Microsoft Windows NT. The desired Trident driver will then be in effect.

Note: If you select a color depth or resolution, not supported by your card, NT will substitute 640x480, 256 color for the display.

Microsoft Windows NT 3.5

Installation

1. Run the Microsoft Windows NT display Setup program located in the Control Panel of the Main group.

2. Select “Change Display Type...” button from the Display Settings options.

3. Select “Change...” button from the Display Type options.

4. Select “Other...” button from the Select Device options.

5. Microsoft Windows NT 3.1 will prompt you for the correct path where the Trident drivers are located. Enter the path “X:\TVGAUTIL\NTDRV\ NT31\” where X is the drive where Disk 2 of the Trident Utility is located.

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6. A list of all Trident drivers will appear, select the resolution and color depth desired.

7. Restart Microsoft Windows NT. The desired Trident driver will be in effect.

Note: If you select a color depth or resolution, not supported by your card, NT will substitute 640x480, 256 color for the display.

Utilities Installation

Installation Procedures

The Utility Installation program is used to install and retrieve instructions on utility programs and non-Windows applications display drivers.

To run the utility programs, follow the steps below:

1. Insert the UA 6.0 disk # 2 in the floppy drive.

2. Type in README at the floppy drive prompt.

3. A numbered list of available destination drives will be displayed on the screen. Select the destination drive by typing in the corresponding number, e.g. to select drive C, type in 1.

4. Files and subdirectories will be expanded into the newly created directory TVGAUTIL. A new menu will be displayed on the screen, showing a list of on-line instructions.

5. Selecting A will display the contents of all drivers in the list.

6. Selecting B will display instructions on the available utility programs.

7. Selecting C will display instructions on how to install display drivers for non-Windows applications.

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Utilities Summary

SVM. EXE

SVM is a menu-driven program designed to select and test all video modes available to the adapter.

How To Use SVM

The SVM program may be executed in either of two ways: by calling up the menu and selecting from the menu choices, or by entering the desired mode directly with a specific command line.

How To Use SVM From The Menu

1. Switch directory to “X:\TVGAUTIL\UTILITY” where X is the drive where Disk 2 of the Trident Utility is located.

2. Type SVM to pull up the menu.

The top bar shows the available color depths. This is traversed through by use of the right/left arrow keys.

The program provides all the different resolutions supported by the chip under each color depth. These resolutions are traversed by the up/down arrow keys.

The graphics adapter can be tested for each resolution/ mode by first highlighting the selection by use of the arrow keys, then pressing the <F5> key.

The graphics adapter can be run at a selected mode by first selecting the mode and then pressing <Enter>.

How to Use SVM From The Command Line

The SVM program may be used to select a mode directly from the command line following two steps:

1. Switch directory to “X:\TVGAUTIL\UTILITY” where X is the drive where Disk 2 of the Trident Utility is located.

2. Type in SVM [mode number]<Enter>.

For example, to run the graphics adapter in mode 62H, the command for item 2 above would be:

svm 62 <Enter>.

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SMONITOR

SMONITOR is designed to set the monitor group and the monitor type:

smonitor <group|option> <Enter>

Set Monitor Group The graphics extended modes set by the graphics card’s BIOS are sorted into six groups categorized by the monitor’s refresh rate. The group setting as below:

Resolution Group

01234567

640X400 7070707070707070

640x480 6060758595959595 800x600 5660757585859595

1024x768 87i 87i 60 70 75 85 95 95 1280x1024 87i 87i 87i 87i 60 60 60 60 1600x1200 87i 87i 87i 87i 87i 87i 87i 87i

OPTION: C SET COLOR MONITOR M SET MONOCHROME MONITOR

Figure 5-8 Setting the Monitor Group

The default group number is 4.

If you want set the monitor group, type:

smonitor <group>

where <group> is one of the group number listed above.

Set Monitor Color Switches between color and monochrome display. Some monitors (most notably Samsung monitors manufactured before 2/8/91) do not adhere to the standard IBM pinout definitions, which causes the VGA card to boot up in monochrome instead of color. This utility may be used to correct the problem.

To set the monitor as color, type:

smonitor c

To set the monitor as monochrome, type:

smonitor m

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TVGACRTC

The TVGACRTC program allows the adjustment of video display parameters so images are optimally sized and centered on the screen. Adjustable parameters include:

Horizontal size and position. Vertical size and position. Pixel frequency.

The program is started from the DOS prompt by typing in TVGACRTC from the C:\TVGAUTIL\UTILITY directory.

The first section of the program is used to define a given name for the adjustments to be made (Figure 5-9).

Table 5-9 TVGACRTC Menu

1. Press <Enter> to add a new monitor entry and type in the name of the manufacturer, followed by <Enter> keystroke. The program will allow any name to be typed in.

2. Type in the associated comments for the monitor settings and press <Enter>.

3. A mode table is displayed, presenting all the adjustable modes as shown in Figure 5-10.

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Figure 5-10 TVGACRTC Mode Table

4. This table is traversed through the use of the up/down arrow keys. The mode highlighted is the selected mode for adjustment.

5. Select the mode to be adjusted and press <Enter> (Figure 5-10).

6. Select the desired pixel rate by scrolling the list (Figure 5-11) using the up/down arrow keys and press <Enter> twice.

Figure 5-11 TVGACRTC Pixel Rate Table

7. The screen alignment test pattern will be displayed. The up/down arrow keys are used to adjust the vertical positioning of the screen. The left/right arrow keys are used for horizontal alignment of the screen. The home/end keys are used for horizontal screen sizing and the page up/down keys are used for vertical screen sizing. Once the screen position and size is adjusted, press <Enter>, followed by the ESC keystroke.

8. To save the settings, type Y and press <Enter>. The program will modify the config.sys file.

9. Press ESC and reboot the system to enable the parameter changes.

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Driver Installation

After selecting Drivers from the Main Menu, you are presented with a list of possible drivers to install. Select the desired driver. A list of application versions will appear. Pick the appropriate version. Once you have selected the desired driver, the installation program will either provide you with further instructions or guide you through the installation. The following pages give details for installing each available driver.

Lotus 1-2-3, versions 2.1 and 2.2

1. Copy the Lotus 1-2-3 driver into your Lotus directory by running SET123 from the \TVGUTIL directory. For example, if the driver/utility is installed in the D: drive and Lotus 1-2-3 is installed in the C: drive with directory name \LOTUS, type:

d:\tvgautil\set123 c:\lotus <Enter>

2. Change to the LOTUS 1-2-3 directory and type: LOTUS to open the main menu.

3. Select Install from the main menu.

4. Select Advanced options from the Install menu.

5. Select Add new driver to library from the Advanced Options menu.

6. Select Modify current driver set from the menu.

7. Select either text or graphics display. For the text mode, choose one of the following command lines to indicate the number of rows for your display:

TVGA 132x25 Version x.x TVGA 132x30 Version x.x TVGA 132x43 Version x.x TVGA 132x60 Version x.x TVGA 80x30 Version x.x TVGA 80x43 Version x.x TVGA 80x60 Version x.x

Example: Enter TVGA 132x25 Version 1.0 for 132 column by 25 row display. The following row values may be used: 25, 30, 43, or 60.

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For graphics mode, select the following command line:

TVGA 640x480 for Release 2.x

8. Return to the Lotus 1-2-3 main menu and choose Save Change to record the changes, then exit the Lotus 1-2-3 installation program.

9. Installation is complete for Lotus 1-2-3. To reconfigure for a different resolution (i.e. 132x25 to 132x30 in text mode), follow steps 3 through 8, then run Lotus 1-2-3 as usual.

Symphony 2.x

1. Copy the Symphony driver to the \SYMPHONY directory by running the SETSYMPH utility found in the \TVGAUTIL directory. For example, if the driver/utility is installed in the D: drive and the Symphony application is installed in the C: drive with a directory name \SYMPHONY, type:

d:\tvgautil\setsymph c:\symphony

2. The remaining steps need to be completed inside Symphony. Note them down or reference steps 4 through 9.

3. Change to the Symphony 2.x directory and type: SYMPHONY to open the main menu.

4. Select Install from the main menu.

5. Select Advanced options from the Install menu.

6. Select Add New Driver To Library from Advanced Options menu.

7. Select Modify Current Driver Set from the menu.

8. Select either text or graphics display. For the text mode, choose one of the following command lines to indicate the number of rows for your display:

TVGA 132x25 Version x.x TVGA 132x30 Version x.x TVGA 132x43 Version x.x TVGA 132x60 Version x.x TVGA 80x30 Version x.x TVGA 80x43 Version x.x TVGA 80x60 Version x.x

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Example: Enter TVGA 132x25 Version 1.0 for 132 column by 25-row display. The following row values may be used: 25, 30, 43, or 60.

For graphics mode, select the following command line:

TVGA 64Ox480 for Release 2.x

9. Return to the Symphony main menu and choose Save Changes to record the changes, then exit the Symphony installation program.

10. Installation is complete for Symphony. To reconfigure for a different resolution (i.e. 132x25 to 132x30 in text mode), follow Steps 4 through 9, then run Symphony as usual.

GEM Desktop 3.xx

1. Follow the prompts to prepare a GEM/3 driver diskette. The installation program will copy driver files to the newly formatted diskette in drive A:.

2. The remaining steps need to be completed in side GEM. They are listed in a text window. Note them down or reference steps 3 through 7.

3. Insert original GEM/3 system Master Disk and run “GEMSETUP”.

4. Select in order Change Existing Configuration, Continue, Change Your Current Setup, and the listed graphics and card display.

5. When prompted for a new graphics card and display, select Other Pack and insert the newly prepared GEM/3 driver diskette in drive A:.

6. Select a display driver.

7. Continue with the rest of the GEMSETUP program. Please consult your GEM manual for more information on the GEMSETUP program.

Ventura Publisher

1. Follow prompts to prepare a Ventura driver diskette. The installation program will copy driver files to the newly formatted diskette in drive A:.

2. Supply the location of the Ventura directory on the hard disk when prompted (e.g. C:\VP). Enter the path and then select OK.

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3. Indicate whether or not the Ventura Publisher Professional Extension is being used.

4. Select one of the display modes listed.

5. Indicate the type of mouse being used and to which I/O port (i.e. COM1, COM2, etc.) the mouse is connected.

6. Confirm choices to complete the installation.

Note: To reconfigure for a different display mode, repeat this entire installation procedure.

WordPerfect

WordPerfect 5.1

To Install the Text Mode Drivers

1. Copy the driver files from \TVGAUTIL\WP51 directory on your hard disk drive into your WordPerfect 5.1 directory (e.g. C:\WP51). For example, if WordPerfect 5.1 is to be installed in drive C: and the driver\utility is installed in driver D:, type:

copy d:\tvgautil\uf51\tvgatext.vrs c:\wp51 <Enter>

The display drivers (TVGATEXT.VRS) will be copied automatically to the WordPerfect directory.

2. The remaining steps need to be completed inside WordPerfect. They are listed in a text window. Note them or reference steps 3 through 5.

3. Run WordPerfect 5.1 by typing WP at the WordPerfect 5.1 program directory.

4. Press Shift-Fl to bring up the Setup Menu. Press “2” to select Display and “3” to select Text Screen Type.

5. Choose one of the extended text drivers. The available drivers are 80x30, 80x43, 80x60, l32x30, 132x43, 132x60.

6. Driver installation is complete for WordPerfect. To reconfigure for a different resolution (eg. 132x25 to 132x30 in text mode), repeat steps 4 and 5.

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To Install Extended Graphics Mode Drivers

1. Copy the driver files from \TVGAUTIL\WP51 directory on the hard disk drive into the WordPerfect 5.1 directory (e.g. C:\WP51). For example, if WordPerfect 5.1 is installed in drive C: and the driver\utility is installed in drive D:, type:

copy d:\tvgautil\wp51\tvga16.vrs c:\wp51

The display drivers (TVGA16.VRS) will be automatically copied to the WordPerfect directory.

2. The remaining steps need to be completed inside WordPerfect. They are listed in a text window. Note them or reference steps 3 through 5.

3. Run WordPerfect 5.1 by typing WP at the WordPerfect 5.1 program directory.

4. Press the <Shift-Fl> to bring up the Setup Menu. Press “2” to select Display and the “2” to select Graphics Screen Type.

5. Choose one of the Extended Graphic drivers. The available drivers are 800x600-16 colors, 1024x768-16 colors, and 768xl024-16 colors.

6. Driver installation is complete for WordPerfect. To reconfigure for a different resolution (eg. 800x600), repeat steps 4 and 5.

WordPerfect 6.0

To Install the Text Mode Drivers

1. Copy the driver file from \TVGAUTIL\WP60 directory on the driver into the WordPerfect 6.0 directory (e.g. \WP6.0). For example, if WordPerfect

6.0 application is installed in drive C: and the driver\utility program is installed in drive D:, type:

copy d:\tvgautil\wp60\tvga6txt.vrs c:\wp60

2. To run WordPerfect 6.0 from the directory, type WP.

3. Make sure WordPerfect 6.0 Text Mode is selected. A check mark or an asterisk should appear in front of “Text Mode” under the View pull-down menu.

4. Select the “Setup” option under the File pull-down menu, and chose Display. Select “2. Text Mode Screen Type/Colors” and then select

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“Screen Type”. To install the Trident driver, select “Trident VGA”. Select the appropriate screen resolution.

To Install Extended Graphics Mode Drivers

WordPerfect 6.0 for DOS allows selection of Text Mode or Graphic Mode Interface. For graphic mode, install the VESA driver and select a resolution from 640x480 to 1024x768.

1. If the VGA BIOS on the card is version C3.0 or later, select the VESA driver that is included in the WordPerfect 6.0 program. If the VGA BIOS is a version earlier than C3.0, run the VESA.EXE utility program located on the VGA Driver/Utility diskette. Please see section on SMONITOR in the Utility section earlier in this chapter.

2. Make sure the VESA driver from WP6.0 installation program is selected and installed. Boot-up the WordPerfect 6.0 program and select “Graphic Mode” from the view pull-down menu.

3. Select “Setup” from the “File” pull-down menu. Select “Display”, and choose “1” to select the different graphic mode driver. Choose “1” for Screen Type. Highlight “VESA VBE” and select the desired resolution. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete installation.

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MS Word 5 .0

1. Copy the MS Word driver from the \TVGAUTIL\Word directory on the hard drive into the MS Word 5.0 directory (e.g.\Word50). For example, if MS Word 5.0 is installed in drive C: and the Driver/Utility is installed in drive D:, type:

copy d:\tvgautil\word\screen.vid c:\word50

Note: The display drivers (SCREEN.VID) will be automatically copied to the Word directory.

2. The remaining steps need to be completed inside MS Word. They are listed in a text window. Note them or reference steps 3 through 5.

3. Run MS Word 5.0 by typing “ WORD” in the MS Word 5.0 directory.

4. Press <Esc> to enter a command. Press <o> to enter an Option Command.

5. Select Display Mode, then press F1 to list the display modes available. Choose one of the following lines to indicate the number of rows for the display:

(1) Text, 25 lines, 16 color (5) Text, 25 lines, 16 color (2) Text, 43 lines, 16 color (6) Text, 30 lines, 16 color (3) Text, 50 lines, 16 color (7) Text, 43 lines, 16 color (4) Text, 60 lines, 16 color (8) Text, 60 lines, 16 color

Lines 5 through 8 are for 132 column modes. Mouse support is not available

1 1 1 1

for 132 column modes.

6. Driver installation for MS Word is complete. To reconfigure for a different resolution (i.e. 132x25), repeat steps 4 and 5.

MS Word 5 .5

1. Change the directory to \TVGAUTIL\Word55.

2. Type SETUP to run the setup program. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the driver installation.

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Panacea AutoCAD TurboDLD Driver

TurboDLD Classic Driver by Panacea is a combined display interface and rendering driver. It supports DOS versions of AutoCAD 10/386, 11/386, and

12. It offers the following resolutions for the drawing editor :

640x480 16 colors 800x600 16 colors 1024x768 16 colors 1280x1024 16 colors 320x400 200 colors 640x480 256 colors 800x600 256 colors 1024x768 256 colors (1MB Video RAM required) 1280x1024 256 colors (2MB Video RAM required) 512x480 32k colors 640x480 32k colors 800x600 32k colors 512x480 65k colors 640x480 65k colors 800x600 65k colors

It also offers the following resolutions for rendering:

320x200 256 colors 640x480 256 colors 800x600 256 colors 1024x768 256 colors (1MB Video RAM required) 1280x1024 256 colors (2MB Video RAM required) 512x480 32k colors 640x480 32k colors 800x600 32k colors 512x480 65k colors 640x480 65k colors 800x600 65k colors

To install the display drivers for AutoCAD 10/386, 11/386 or 12. The UG6.0 DISK # 2 and the proper AutoCAD 386 Release is required.

Important: Ensure AutoCAD is already installed with the IBM Standard VGA driver.

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AutoCAD/386 Release 10 and 11

1. Change the directory to C:\TVGAUTIL\ACAD. Type INSTALL [enter] and follow the installation steps on the screen. The TurboDLD Classic Driver and the other files will be copied to the proper ACAD working subdirectory.

2. Run DLD386’s FASTCAD.BAT or copy the commands from the file into the AUTOEXEC.BAT file before running AutoCAD. FASTCAD.BAT sets the environment variables including DLDCFG, DSPADI, RDPADI and RCPADI.

3. Start AutoCAD/386 and select Configure AutoCAD from the Main Menu.

4. Select Configure, Video, Display.

5. Select ADI P386 v4.0/4.1 display. This will pull up TurboDLD’s configuration menu, which should be used to select the desired graphics board resolution.

6. Select the graphics area background color, text color (for the menu status line and command prompt areas of the screen), text background color, border color, and dialog box/button outline color. To select the default colors, press <Enter> at each prompt. To select a different color, enter the desired color number at the given prompt.

AutoCAD/386 Release 12

Display Driver Installation Procedure

Change the directory to C:\TVGAUTIL\ACAD and type INSTALL <Enter>. Follow the installation steps on the screen. The TurboDLD Classic Driver and the other files are copied to the proper ACAD working subdirectory. The display driver for the drawing editor and rendering is installed by following these steps:

Editor Installation Procedure

1. Run the AutoCAD Drawing Editor screen.

2. Select CONFIGURE in the File pull-down menu. AutoCAD will switch to a text screen.

3. Select 3 to configure the video display. AutoCAD will then show the current video display.

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4. Select “Y” to select a different driver.

5. Select “Trident Microsystems Panacea, Inc.”. This will bring out the TurboDLD’s configuration menu.

6. Follow the menu to select the desired resolution.

7. Save the selection and exit from TurboDLD’s configuration.

8. Enter “0” to return to the Drawing Editor screen.

9. Answer “Y” to save configuration changes.

Rendering Installation Procedure

1. Ensure Rendering for AutoCAD Release 12 is already installed.

2. Select Preferences in the Render pull-down menu from the Drawing Editor screen.

3. If Rendering has been previously configured, select Reconfigure in the Rendering Preferences dialog box. Otherwise, the program automatically will switch directly to a text screen.

4. Select “2” to configure the rendering driver.

5. Select “AutoCAD’s configured P386 ADI combined display/rendering driver.”

6. Select the desired resolution for rendering.

7. Select the desired rendering view.

8. Enter “0” to return to the Drawing Editor screen.

9. Answer “Y” to save configuration changes.

10. Click OK to close the Rendering Preferences dialog box.

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Quattro Pro 2.x for DOS

1. Copy the Quattro Pro driver from the \TVGAUTIL\PRO directory on the hard drive into the QPRO 2.x for DOS directory. For example, if your Quattro Pro 2.x is installed in drive C: and the Driver/Utility is installed in drive D:, type:

copy d:\tvgautil\qfro\video.rsc c:\qpro

Note: The display drivers (VIDEO.RSC) will be automatically copied to the Quattro Pro directory.

2. The remaining steps need to be completed inside Quattro Pro. They are listed in a text window. Note them or reference steps 3 through 5.

3. Choose to run Q.EXE by entering “Y” in response to the prompt. The Driver/Utility Installation program will exit to Quattro Pro.

4. Press “O” to select the Options menu and “D” to select Display Mode.

5. Choose an extended text mode.

6. The graphic driver installation for Quattro Pro is complete. To reconfigure for a different resolution (i.e. 800x600), repeat steps 4 and 5.

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POST Messages

The following table lists the Power On Self Test (POST) messages, possible causes, and solutions.

Message Possible Cause Solution

NO DISKETTE CONTROLLER DISKETTE DRIVE RESET FAILED

DISKETTE DRIVE A FAILURE

DISKETTE DRIVE B FAILURE

DISKETTE READ FAILURE; STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT DISPLAY ADAPTER FAILED USING ALTERNATE

ERRORS FOUND; DISK X FAILED INITIALIZATION

ERRORS FOUND; INCORRECT CONFIGURATION INFORMATION; MEMORY SIZE MISCOMPARE

Disk controller not found. Disk adapter has failed or is improperly configured.

Drive A failed or is missing.

Drive B failed or is missing.

Disk is not formatted or is defective.

The color/monochrome switch is not set correctly, or the primary video adapter failed.

Hard disk configuration information is incorrect.

The size of the base or the expansion memory, does not agree with configuration information.

Change the Configuration. Check the disk adapter.

Check the A drive.

Check the B drive.

Replace the diskette with a formatted diskette and retry.

Change the switch to the correct setting, or check the primary video adapter.

Rerun SETUP and enter the correct hard disk information.

Enter correct memory size and rerun SETUP procedure.

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Message Possible Cause Solution

FIXED DISK CONFIGURATION FAILURE

The specified configuration is not supported.

Correct the hard disk configuration.

FIXED DISK CONTROLLER FAILURE

FIXED DISK X FAILURE (where X =0 or 1)

HARD READ FAILURE- STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT

FDD CONTROLLER FAILURE

FDD A IS NOT INSTALLED

FDD B IS NOT INSTALLED

KEYBOARD CLOCK LINE FAILURE or KEYBOARD DATA LINE FAILURE

The controller card has

Replace controller card.

failed.

The hard disk crashed. Press F1 to reboot or

rerun SETUP. If this does not work, replace hard disk.

The hard disk failed. Press F1 to reboot or

rerun Setup. If this does not work, replace hard disk.

Diskette controller failed. Replace controller card.

Cannot find diskette controller for drive A.

Cannot find diskette controller for drive B.

Install or replace controller card.

Keyboard logic failed. Make sure the keyboard

cable is connected correctly.

KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE

REAL TIME CLOCK FAILURE

TIME-OF-DAY NOT SET- RUN SETUP PROGRAM

BIOS XXXX ROM BAD CHECKSUM (where XXXX=C8000 to E0000)

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A key is jammed or was held down during boot.

The real-time clock logic failed.

The real-time clock timeof-day is not running.

The optional ROM checksum is bad.

Make sure the keys are not jammed or dirty.

Check battery and replace, if necessary

Run SETUP utility.

Replace add-on card.

Message Possible Cause Solution

DISKETTE READ FAILURE, or NOT A BOOT DISKETTE, or

Hard/floppy disk failed or is not bootable.

Replace the diskette with a bootable diskette and

retry. NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE

POST Messages

DECREASING AVAILABLE MEMOR Y, o r MEMORY FAILURE AT AAAAAAAA READ XXXX EXPECTING YYYY (where AAAAAAAA = failing address, XXXX=data read, and YYYY=data written)

The memory data integrity failed.

Check contact points

between memory

modules and system

board. Replace memory

modules if necessary.

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Beep Codes

Beep codes are a series of beeps sent through the speaker which indicate a problem during the Power On Self Test (POST). If text appears on the video screen, the LPX30WB has completed POST; any other tone from the speaker indicates something other than a POST error. These tones are not described in Table B-1.

The beep error codes are a series of three sets of beeps. The duration of the beep tones are constant, but the length of the pauses between the beeps varies. For example: a 1-3-3 beep code will sound like one beep, a pause; three beeps consecutively, another pause; and then three more beeps.

One beep code is often misunderstood. If a video card is not installed or is failing, the system board will generate a long-short-long-short beep code. This is often interpreted as a 1-2-1 beep code. But POST errors always vary in the length of the pause and not the duration of the beep tone.

Another way of identifying a POST error is to use a device called a POST card. This peripheral card is inserted into one of the ISA slots and has an LED (or LCD) read out showing the contents of port 80h.

The following table provides a list of all beep codes and probable causes.

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Beep code Cont ent s

Description

Port 80h

None 01h CP U register test in progress. 1-1-3 02h CMOS read/write failure. 1-1-4 03h ROM BIOS check failure. 1-2-1 04h Programmable interval timer failure. 1-2-2 05h DMA ini tialization failure. 1-2-3 06h DMA page r egis ter write/read failure. 1-3-1 08h RAM refresh verification failure. None 09h First 64K RAM test in progress. 1-3-3 0Ah First 64K RAM chip or data line failure (multi-bit). 1-3-4 0Bh First 64K RAM odd/even logic failure. 1-4-1 0Ch Address line failure first 64K RAM. 1-4-2 0Dh Parity failure first 64K RAM. 2-1-1 10h Bit 0 first 64K RAM failure. 2-1-2 11h Bit 1 first 64K RAM failure. 2-1-3 12h Bit 2 first 64K RAM failure. 2-1-4 13h Bit 3 first 64K RAM failure. 2-2-1 14h Bit 4 first 64K RAM failure. 2-2-2 15h Bit 5 first 64K RAM failure. 2-2-3 16h Bit 6 first 64K RAM failure. 2-2-4 17h Bit 7 first 64K RAM failure. 2-3-1 18h Bit 8 first 64K RAM failure. 2-3-2 19h Bit 9 first 64K RAM failure. 2-3-3 1Ah Bit 10 first 64K RAM failure. 2-2-4 1Bh Bit 11 first 64K RAM failure. 2-3-1 1Ch Bit 12 first 64K RAM failure. 2-4-2 1Dh Bit 13 first 64K RAM failure.

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Beep code Cont ent s

Description

Port 80h

2-4-3 1Eh Bit 14 first 64K RAM failure. 2-4-4 1Fh Bit 15 first 64K RAM failure. 3-1-1 20h Slave DMA register f ailure. 3-1-2 21h Master DMA register failure. 3-1-3 22h Master interrupt mask register failure. 3-1-4 23h Slave interrupt mask register failure. None 25h Interrupt vector loading in progress. 3-2-4 27h Keyboard controller test failure. None 28h CMOS power failure and checks calculation in

progress. None 29h CMOS configuration validation in progress. 3-3-4 2Bh Screen initialization failure. 3-4-1 2Ch Screen retrace test failure. 3-4-2 2Dh Search for video ROM in progress. None 2Eh Screen running with video ROM. None 30h Screen operable. None 30h Screen running with video ROM. None 31h Monochrome monitor operable. None 32h Color monitor (40 column) operable. None 33h Color monitor (80 column) operable.

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CHard Disk Drive Types

The following table lists the hard disk types supported by LPX30WB.

TypeC

1 306 4 128 17 10 2 615 4 300 17 21 3 615 6 300 17 30 4 940 8 512 17 62 5 940 6 512 17 46 6 615 4 -1 17 20 7 462 8 256 17 30 8 733 5 -1 17 30

9 900 15 -1 17 112 10 820 3 -1 17 20 11 855 5 -1 17 35 12 855 7 -1 17 49 13 306 8 128 17 20 14 733 7 -1 17 42 15 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

lHdPreSecSize

16 612 4 0 17 20 17 977 5 300 17 40 18 977 7 -1 17 56 19 1024 7 512 17 59 20 733 5 300 17 30 21 733 7 300 17 42

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TypeC

lHdPreSecSize

22 733 5 300 17 30 23 762 8 -1 17 116 24 830 10 -1 39 68 25 1024 9 -1 17 76 26 918 7 -1 17 53 27 1024 8 -1 17 68 28 903 8 -1 46 162 29 1024 4 -1 17 34 30 820 6 -1 17 40 31 969 9 -1 34 144 32 615 8 -1 17 40 33 1024 5 -1 17 42 34 940 16 -1 26 190 35 1010 12 -1 55 325 36 903 4 -1 46 81

C-2

37 901 5 -1 53 116 38 980 5 128 17 40 39 966 16 -1 17 128 40 723 13 -1 51 234 41 1024 16 -1 63 504 42 966 5 -1 34 80 43 965 10 -1 17 80 44 776 8 -1 33 100 45 654 16 -1 63 321 46 683 16 -1 30 202

47 755 16 -1 17 100 User Config Auto Config

Specifications

Processor Options Intel 486 SX 25 & 33MHz, PQFP.

Intel 486 DX 33MHz, PGA. Intel 486 DX2 50 & 66MHz, PGA. Intel 486DX4 75 & 100MHz. Intel 486 DX2 3.3V Support. Intel Pentium OverDrive Processor. 486 OverDrive Processor.

Expansion One proprietary slot.

Riser card allows 1 VESA and 4 ISA slots (slot configuration may vary depending on case design).

Chip Set Micronics X30 single chip ASIC.

Opti Mode 3 IDE controller. Winbond 787 Super I/O controller.

RAM Capacity 128MB.

Form Factor Mini AT footprint (8.5" x 9.5").

4 Layer PCB.

Keyboard PS/2 compatible (AT keyboard support w/adapter).

Mouse PS/2 compatible.

BIOS Phoenix BIOS on 1MB Flash EPROM.

Cache 8K of internal cache memory (may vary).

Cache Upgrade Optional 0K, 128K, or 256K of secondary cache

memory (write-through or write-back).

I/O Ports Built in support.

Two serial ports. One bi-directional parallel port.

Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) compatible. Microsoft and Hewlett Packard Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) compatible.

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Floppy Port Supports two floppy drive (2.88, 1.44, 1.2, 720K,

360K).

VESA IDE Port Supports two IDE hard disks.

Mode 3 support. Multiple sector transfer support. LBA support.

Secondary IDE Support Supports two additional IDE hard disks.

Multiple sector transfer support. LBA support.

Burn-in 48 hours (minimum).

Environmental Specifications

The environment in which the LPX30WB is located is critical. Micronics recommends the following environmental specifications:

Temperature Rang e

Operating: 50 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 50 degrees Celsius).

Non-Operating: 50 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 60 degrees Celsius).

Shipping: -22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit (-30 to 60 degrees Celsius).

Relative Humidity

Operating: 20% to 80%

Non-Operating: 5% to 90%

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Battery Disposal

Warning: DO NOT: open battery; dispose of in fire; recharge; put in backwards, mix with used or other battery types.

May explode or leak and cause personal injury.

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Installing a Power Module

The LPM30 will accommodate a large variety of 486 processors. When installing a 5.0V processor, locate J22 on your system board (see Figure 2-1) and configure it as shown below (Figure E-1).

Figure E-1 Configuring Jumper J22

To configure your system board for a 3.3V or 4.0V processor, you will need to order a Power Module. If you do not have one, contact Micronics’ Customer Service department at (510) 651-2300.

To install a Power Module, remove all jumpers from Jumper J22 and install it as shown below (Figure E-2).

Figure E-2 Installing a Power Module

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After you have installed the Power Module, secure it with a tie strap (Figure E-3) and your installation is complete.

Figure E-3 Securing the Power Module

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FCC Warning Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Interference to radio or television reception 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:

M Reorient the receiving antenna.

M Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

M Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

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

To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required.

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

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Glossary

BIOS: Basic Input Output System. Maintains and controls the

entire functions of the computer.

Cache: Fast memory used to enhance the efficiency and speed of the

computer.

CPU: Central Processing Unit. Essentially, the “brains” of the

computer.

Disk Drive: Either a hard disk or a floppy diskette.

DRAM: Dynamic Random Access Memory .

EISA: Extended Industry Standard Architecture.

ISA: Industry Standard Architecture.

Jumpers: A device on the system board used to configure certain

information on the board.

POST: Power On Self Test. The computer’s self-diagnostic test,

which is executed whenever the system is booted.

Setup: Steps used to configure the system board.

SIMM: Single In-line Memory Module. SIMMs are banks of

memory used to increase the performance of the computer.

SRAM: Static Random Access Memory.

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Limited Warranty

Except as described below, Micronics warrants the products to be free from defects in material and workmanship in normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Should any product fail to perform according to this warranty at any time during the warranty period, except as provided below, Micronics or its authorized service centers will, at Micronics’ option, repair or replace the product at no additional charge.

The warranty does not cover loss or damage which occurs in shipment or which is due to: (1) improper installation or maintenance, misuse, neglect or any cause other than ordinary commercial application, including without limitation, accidents or acts of God; (2) adjustment, repair, or modification by other than a Micronics authorized service center; (3) improper environment, excessive or inadequate heating or air conditioning, or electrical power failures, surges or other irregularities; (4) any statement about the product other than those set forth in this warranty; or (5) nonconformity to models or samples shown to the purchaser. Any models or samples were for the sole purpose of suggesting the character of the product and are not intended to form the basis of the bargain.

A receipt or copy of the invoice with the date of purchase from a Micronics reseller is required before any warranty service can be rendered. Service can be obtained by calling Micronics for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number.

The RMA Number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton of the returned product. Returned product should be shipped prepaid or hand carried to Micronics. The purchaser assumes risk of loss or damage in transit, and unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Micronics, will pay inbound shipping charges.

The exclusive remedy of the purchaser under this warranty above will be repair or replace at Micronics’ option, but if for any reason that remedy should fail of its essential purpose, the exclusive remedy of the purchaser shall then be actual damages up to amounts paid for the defective product by the purchaser. This limited warranty shall be deemed to “fail of its essential purpose” if, after repeated efforts, Micronics is unable to make the product operate as warranted. Micronics’ liability for damages to the purchaser for any cause whatsoever; regardless of the form of action and whether in contract or in tort, shall be limited to the purchase price in effect when the cause of action arose for the product that is the basis of the claim.

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Micronics will not be liable for any lost profits or any indirect, special incidental or consequential damages in connection with the product, even if Micronics has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Micronics makes no warranties or representations as to performance of products or as to service to distributor or to any person, except as set forth in Micronics; limited warranty accompanying delivery of product.

Micronics disclaims all other warranties whether oral, written, expressed, or implied, including without limitation, the warranties of design, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose, if applicable, or arising from a course of dealing, usage or trade practice.

Non-Warranty Service

After the one year warranty service is no longer in effect, repair service is still available for Micronics products. For more information, contact Micronics’ RMA department at (510) 683-0428 or (510) 683-0389. The RMA department is open between 8:30 A.M. and 5 P.M. Pacific Standard Time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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