Epson ActionPC 7300 Guía de usuario

IntroductionYour new EPSON® computer provides the following features:Cyrix® 486SLC2-50 microprocessorEnergy Star compliant, low-power standby mode for

InterfacesMonitorParallelVideo interface for fixed ormulti-frequency monitor built into systemboard; 15-pin, D-shell connectorOne standard parallel, u

Mass StorageInternal mounts:One 3½-inch wide, one-inch high driveExternally accessible mounts:One 3½-inch wide, one-inch high driveand two 5¼-inch wid

SETUP ProgramStored in ROM; accessible by pressing F2during bootPhysical CharacteristicsWidhDepthHeightWeightPower SupplyTypeInput rangesMaximumoutput

Environmental RequirementsTested Operating EnvironmentsAlthough your system will run most software applications,the following operating environments h

Video Memory and Supported ResolutionsOptions Available from EPSONMany options for enhancing and supplementing this productare available from EPSON, i

Hard Disk Drive TypesYour computer comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature.When you select AUTO DETECT 1 or 2 for your hard disk typein SETUP, th

Hard disk drive types (continued)* Actual formatted size may be slightly different from size on drive label; youcannot change this value.Specications

Drive Option InformationHard disk drive options far 1-inch IDE drives* Select 1 or none for the precomp value. If neither of these options areavailabl

IDE hard disk drive jumper settings * CS (cable selection) can also be jumpered for any configuration. WhenCS is used, the drive is a master if pin 28

Hardware InterruptsA-12 Specifications

On-board support for up to two IDE hard disk drives andtwo diskette drives (or one diskette drive and one tapedrive) Real-time clock and calenda

System Memory MapSpecifications A-13

System I/O Address MapA-14 Specifications

System I/O address map (continued)Specifications A-15

Connector Pin AssignmentsParallel port connector pin assignments (CN5)Serial port connector pin assignments (CN6 and CN7)A-16 Specifications

Glossary486SLC2-50A processor chip specifically designed for high-performancesystems. The chip is fully compatible with the i486 instructionset, and i

CPUCentral Processing Unit. The integrated circuit (chip)responsible for integrating program instructions, performingcalculations, and controlling all

Memory moduleA small circuit board, commonly called a SIMM (single inlinememory module), that contains surface-mounted memorychips. You can add memory

ROMRead Only Memory. The portion of the computer’s memorythat contains permanent instructions and cannot be modified.Unlike RAM, ROM retains its conte

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Energy SavingsIn standard configurations, this computer complies with theUnited States Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy StarProgram, which pro

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Index AAC power inlet, 1-5, 1-7, 5-3Address map, system I/O, A-14–15Addresses, memory, 1-12, 1-17, A-13Altitude, A-6Application programcompatibility,

Configurationchanging, 1-9, 1-11–19drive, 4-22errors, 1-11files, 3-20, 5-2SIMM, 1-14, 3-9system, 5-1–2Connectingkeyboard, 1-4modem, 1-6monitor, 1-5mou

Diskette drive (continued)faulty, 5-7installing, 4-1–22jumper, 3-6latch, 2-3, 5-7light, 1-8, 2-3power cable, 4-19–21, 5-8problems, 5-8removing, 4-21

Hard disk drive (continued)formatting 5-9grounding plate, 4-5guiderail, 4-5installing, Intro-4, 4-1–22jumpers, 4-4, 4-15, 5-8–9, A-11light, 1-8master,

MMain system board, see System,boardMass storage, Intro-1, Intro-4, 4-1,A-4Master hard disk drive, 4-4, 4-15,A-11Math coprocessorinstalling, 3-19–20so

Operating system (continued)prompt, 1-19reloading, 2-4version number, 5-2Optical drive, Intro-4, 4-1, 4-15Option cardsconnector board, 3-5DIP switches

Prompt, 1-10, 1-19PS/2 compatiblekeyboard, Intro-1, A-3mouse, Intro-1, 1-4–5, A-3–4RRAM, Intro-1–2, 1-16, A-2Read/writeerrors, 5-10slot, 2-3README fil

Software, see Application programsSpeaker, A-3Specifications, A-1–16Speed, see Processor speedSpeed light, 1-8, 2-5Standby mode, Intro-3, 1-17–18,5-5–

DrivesYour system supports up to four mass storage devices,including hard disk drives, diskette drives, a tape drive, aCD-ROM drive, or an optical dri

Appendix A lists the specifications of your computer.At the end of this manual you’ll find a Glossary, an Index, anda list of EPSON's U.S. and in

If you purchased your computer outside the United States orCanada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing locationnearest you for customer support

Chapter 1Setting Up Your SystemThis chapter briefly describes how to setup your computer. Itincludes the following information:Unpacking your computer

If you purchased any optional equipment that goes inside thecomputer-such as option cards, memory modules, ordrives-you should install these devices b

To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switchto the right to select 220 VAC, or to the left to select 110 VAC,as shown below.Connect

Your system also includes two removable panels above themouse and keyboard ports providing access to the game porton the main system board and to an o

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You must install a mouse driver if your system has not beenpreconfigured. See your mouse manual for instructions. (If youare using Microsoft® Windows,

Connecting a Printer or Other DeviceYour computer has one bi-directional parallel and two serialports. To connect a printer or other peripheral device

Connecting the Power CordFollow these steps to connect the power cord:1. Plug the power cord into the power inlet on the back panelof the computer.WAR

4. To turn on the computer, press the power button located onthe right side of the front panel, as shown below.The power indicator lights up. After a

If your system is configured to automatically start MicrosoftWindows or a word processing program, or has a differentoperating system, you will see th

SETUP lets you verify or change the following:Current date and timeType of diskette drive(s) and hard disk drive(s)System memoryVideo display typeKeyb

If the system detects an error in its configuration when youturn it on, you will see the following message:Press the F1 key to continue, F2 to run the

Displaying System InformationWhen you press F2 from either of the SETUP screens, you willsee a list of the following: Processor typeCoprocessor type (

Setting the Hard Disk Drive(s)Your system comes with a hard disk auto-sensing feature thatautomatically detects the type of hard disk drive(s) install

Defining your own drive typeIf the parameters for your hard disk do not match theparameters detected by the auto-sensing feature, or if you wantto use

Important Safety InstructionsRead all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Followall warnings and instructions marked on the compu

If you installed an optional video card, follow the guidelinesbelow to select the correct adapter type.Video display type options* For these options,

Setting the Processor SpeedThe CPU Speed option sets the processor speed to fast or slow.At fast speed, your processor operates at its highest speed.

You can also shadow 32KB or 64KB of memory that starts at theindicated addresses to RAM. If you enable these options, youcannot use the Relocate Memor

The Inactivity Timer 1 option sets the time-out period forvideo signals to your monitor. When the mouse or keyboardhas been inactive for the time peri

Exiting SETUPWhen you leave SETUP, you can save your settings and rebootyour system, or exit SETUP without saving your settings. Youcan also return al

You may also want to install the optional extended videodrivers and utilities. (If your computer was configured for you,these drivers are already inst

Chapter 2Using Your ComputerThis chapter briefly describes the following operations: Working comfortably Inserting and removing diskettes

Be gentle with your keyboard. Too much force createstension in your hands. Also, make sure your work surfacehas enough room for you to move the mouse

NoteThe 3.5-inch drive installed in your computer is drive A. Ifyou install another diskette drive, it is drive B. You canchange the drive assignments

If these methods do not work, you may need to reset thecomputer as described below. Do not turn off the computer toexit a program or stop a command un

Importances instructions de sécuritèLire attentivement les instructions suivantes et les conserver pour lesconsulter en cas de besoin. Observer soigne

If resetting the computer does not correct the problem, youprobably need to turn it off and on again. Remove anydiskette(s) from the diskette drive(s)

To select fast speed, hold down the Ctrl and Alt keys andpress + on the numeric keypad.NoteYou can use the commands listed above while you arerunning

Chapter 3Installing and Removing OptionsYou can enhance the performance of your computer by addingoptional equipment such as memory modules, option ca

Removing the CoverYou need to remove the computer’s cover to install any of theoptions described in this chapter or to install or remove a diskdrive (

6. Grasping the sides of the cover, lift it up at an angle and pullit off, as shown below:7. Set the cover aside.8. Ground yourself to the computer by

Replacing the CoverWhen you are ready to replace the computer’s cover, followthese steps1.2.3.4.5.6.Make sure all the internal components are installe

Locating the Internal ComponentsAs you follow the instructions in this chapter, refer to thefollowing illustration to locate the major components insi

Changing the Jumper SettingsThe jumpers on the main system board control certainfunctions and are preset at the factory to default positions;however,

Jumper settings (continued)* Factory setting** MS-DOS automatically reassigns parallel and serial ports. Check yourMS-DOS manual for more information.

3. A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper isplaced on the pins. Use the following table to identify thepin settings for 2-pin, 3-pin, an

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTFOR AMERICAN USERSThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digitaldevice, pursuant to

Installing Memory ModulesYour computer comes with 4MB of memory on memorymodules-also called SIMMs (single inline memory modules).By installing additi

Inserting SIMMsFollow these steps to install SIMMs:1.2.3.4.Refer to the illustration on page 3-5 to locate the SIMMsockets.Remove any option cards tha

5. Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in theslot. Then tilt it upright, as shown above, guiding the holeat each end of the SIMM o

2. Use your fingers or a small screwdriver to carefully pullaway the tabs that secure the SIMM at each end, as shownbelow. As you pull away the tabs,

Installing an Option CardThis section explains how to install option cards in yourcomputer. Your computer has five 16-bit, ISA slots; three fulllength

Installing a Card in a Full-length SlotFollow these steps to install an option card in one of thefull-length slots:1.2.3.Remove the retaining screw se

Once the connection reach the slot, push the card in firmly(but carefully) to insert it fully. You should feel it fit intoplace. If the card does not

3.4.5.Hold the card along the top comers with the componentsfacing down and guide it into the slot.Once the connectors reach the slot, push the card i

Adding Video MemoryYour computer comes with 512KB of video memory. You canincrease your video memory to 1MB by installing four videoDRAM DIP (Dual Inl

4. Position one of the memory chips over the socket as shownbelow, aligning the pins on the chip with the holes in thesocket. Make sure the small notc

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lnstalling the Math CoprocessorYou can enhance your system’s performance for someapplications by installing a Cyrix 83S87-25 math coprocessor.Note tha

4. Position the coprocessor over the socket as shown below.Align the notched comer of the coprocessor (marked with adot) over the bevelled comer in th

Chapter 4Installing and Removing DrivesThis chapter describes how to install and remove optionaldrives in your computer. You can use these instruction

Post-installation procedures.Some of the steps in this chapter may not apply for the driveyou are installing. See the documentation that came wi

2. Remove the screws securing the bracket to the drive bay andbrace.3. Slide the bracket and drive(s) away from the front of thecomputer and lift them

This section includes steps for the following procedures: Removing the mounting frames from the hard disk drive(if necessary) Installing the ha

Removing the Mounting FramesIf there are mounting frames attached to your hard disk drive,remove them before you install the drive. Follow these steps

NoteBefore you install the hard disk drive, turn it over so you cansee the circuit board, as shown below. Locate the side of thedrive connector contai

2. Align the holes in the drive with the oval-shaped holes in thebracket.3. Secure the drive with two or four screws, depending on thelocation of the

Replacing the bracket and drives in the computerFollow these steps to replace the bracket and drives in yourcomputer1. Lower the bracket with the driv

Setting Chip Set Feature Control Options . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16Using the Green PC Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17Exiting SETUP .

Connecting the Drive CablesAfter you replace the bracket, you need to connect the cablesfor both the hard disk drive and the diskette drive. This sect

2. Locate the hard disk drive connector on the system board.3. Position the system board connector end of the cable so thatthe red wire aligns with pi

Connecting the ribbon and power cables to the driveFollow the steps below to connect the hard disk drive ribboncable and a power supply cable to the d

CautionIf you do not correctly align the holes with the pins, youcould severely damage your hard disk drive when youpush in the cable connector.5. Loc

Reconnecting the Cables to the Diskette DriveAfter you replace the drive bracket and connect the hard drivecables, you need to reconnect the diskette

Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the MountingBracketFollow these steps if you need to remove the hard disk drivefrom the bracket1. Disconnect the cable

Installing a Drive in an External Drive BayYour system comes with two externally accessible drive bays.You can use these bays to install any combinati

Attaching Mounting Frames to the Drive Follow these steps to attach mounting frames to a drive1. Locate the two mounting frames and four screws that c

Installing the DriveBefore you can install a drive in one of the external bays, youmust first remove the mounting bracket with the diskette drive(and

2. Slide the drive through the slot into the bay until it is flushwith the front of the computer.3. Align the slots at the side of the drive bay with

Reconnecting the Cables to the Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . .Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the Mounting Bracket . . . . .Installing aDrive in an

Connecting the Drive and Power CablesTo connect the drive to the computer, you need to connect boththe drive ribbon cable and a power supply cable. If

If you are installing a 3.5-inch diskette drive with a headerconnector, see page 4-13 for instructions on connecting thecable.3. Locate one of the pow

CautionIf you do not align the cable connectors correctly, youcould severely damage your drive when you push themin.5. If you installed a hard disk dr

3. Remove the two screws securing the drive on each side.4.5.6.Reach behind the drive and gently push it to the front of thebay; then pull it out of t

Chapter 5TroubleshootingIf you have any problems as you setup and use yourcomputer, refer to this chapter. You can correct most problemsby adjusting a

Use these guidelines to locate information about your system.Serial number:Look on the label on the bottom ofthe computer to find the serialnumber.Sys

The Computer Will Not StartThe power light is on, but the computer does not start.Place a bootable diskette in drive A and turn on the computeragain.C

The Computer Does Not RespondThe computer locks up.Wait a few moments; if your computer does not respond after areasonable length of time, press Ctrl

Nothing happens when you type on the keyboard.The Lockout Timer may be set in SETUP. This optioninactivates the keyboard for a specified period of tim

Monitor ProblemsThere is no display on the screen.Check that the monitor’s power switch is on and that its powerlight is lit.Also, the computer may be

Tested Operating Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6Video Memory and Supported Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7Options A

Turn off the monitor’s power, wait five seconds, and turn itback on.If the light still does not come on, check the electrical outlet forpower. Turn of

Something is wrong with the data in the files.If you are using MS-DOS, use CHKDSK to repair the files. Youmay also be able to use special utilities or

You see a hard disk drive error when you start your system.Run SETUP and check that your system’s auto-sensing featureis detecting the correct drive t

You have been using your hard disk drive successfully forsome time but notice a reduction in performance.The data on the disk may have become fragment

Your application has locked the computer, making itunresponsive to keyboard commands.Reset the computer and try again. If resetting the computerdoes n

Option Card ProblemsA newly installed option card is not working correctly.Make sure the option card is installed correctly and iswell-seated in its s

Memory Module ProblemsThe memory count displayed by the power-on diagnosticsprogram is incorrect.You may have installed the SIMMs incorrectly. They ma

Internal Battery ProblemsThe screen displays an error message prompting you to runSETUP when you start your system, or your system displaysas incorrec

Appendix ASpecificationsCPU and Memory32-bit CPUGreen PCenergy saverSystem speedMemoryROMCyrix 486SLC2-50 microprocessorEnergy Star compliant, low-po

Video RAMshadow RAMMemoryrelocationCacheMathcoprocessorClock/calendarControllersVideoDisketteHard disk512KB DRAM on main system board;expandable to 1M