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EPSON
EQUITY 3865X/20 PLUS
U s e r’s G u i d e
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EPSON® EQUITY 386SX/20 PLUS USER’S GUIDE X-EQ386-20PLUS
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved. No part of t
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and
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11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 12. Except as specifically explained in the User’s Manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those
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Contents ................................. 2 Operating Systems and Other Software .................. 3 VGA Utilities ...................................... 3 ............................. How to Use This Manual 4 Where to Get Help .................................. 5 Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System 1 ............................... 1-1 2 Removing the Protector Card. ....................... 1-3 3 ............................. Connecting a Monitor 1-4 ......................... 1-4 ...............
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Setting the Display Adapter Type. ...................... 2-6 ........................ 2-9 2-11 Setting the Memory Caching .......................... ........................... Setting the Processor Speed 2-12 ............... 2-14 .......................... 2-16 Setting the Hard Disk Drive Configuration ............... 2-19 Hard Disk Drive Types ........................... 2-23 Setting the Diskette Drive Type(s). ..................... 2-25 Setting the Serial/Parallel Interfaces. ................
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Enhancing System Operations .......... Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch Files. 4-1 ......................... 4-2 .................... 4-4 ....................... Using the ESPEED Program ........................ 4-7 Reassigning the Diskette Drives ........................ 4-8 Using the AFDD Program ............... 4-9 ........... Using a Password in Network Server Mode ................ 4-11 ........................... 4-12 5 Accessing Internal Components Removing the Cover ....................
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Chapter 7 Installing and Removing Disk Drives Using the Correct Drive Bay ........................... 7-2 How to Use This Chapter ............................. 7-3 Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers .................... 7-4 Setting the Jumpers for Two ........ 7-4 ..................... 7-5 Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Position. ............ 7-7 Removing the Mounting Frames From the Drive ...... 7-8 Removing and Attaching the Mounting Plate ........ 7-10 Installing the Drive .........
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................................... A-23 Printer Problems .................................... Option Card Problems ................................ A-25 ..................................... ............................ A-27 Math Coprocessor Problems ........................... Appendix B Physically Formatting a Hard Disk .......................... B-2 Reformatting a Used Disk. ........................ B-3 Formatting a New Disk ........................... B-4 Selecting an Option ...............
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Specifications ................................... D-1 ......................................... D-2 Interfaces ........................................... D-2 ....................................... ....................................... Mass Storage D-3 .......................................... D4 Environmental Requirements .......................... D-4 ............................... Glossary x Index D-5 Physical Characteristics Keyboard D-3 Power Supply Controllers CPU and Memory Appendix
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Introduction The Epson® Equity®’ 386SX/20 PLUS is a high-performance personal computer which offers exceptional speed and convenience in a compact design. It includes 2MB of internal memory, a built-in VGA (video graphics array) display adapter, built-in parallel and serial interfaces, and an IBM®PS/2™ compatible mouse port. The built-in interfaces allow you to connect most of your peripheral devices directly to the computer, so you do not have to install option cards. If you need to install add
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0 Continuous Edge Graphics™ (CEG™) by Edsun™). The built-in CEG chip refines the jagged lines of images on a CRT screen by giving a standard 640 x 480 VGA screen the effective resolution of 2048 x 2048 and boosting the palette from 256 to 750,000 colors. When used with the appropriate application software and device drivers, this technology gives you a clearer, more accurate representation of graphics and text. Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional mem
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Operating Systems and Other Software You may have a version of MS-DOS® to use with your computer. Epson has enhanced MS-DOS by adding two time- saving utilities-HELP and MENU-that make it easier to use. The HELP program lets you display information about any MS-DOS command on the screen. MENU provides an easy way to run many of the MS-DOS commands. Note MS-DOS is not the only operating system you can use with your computer. You can run practically any operating system compatible with MS-DOS, OS/
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How to Use This Manual This manual explains how to set up and operate your computer, install options, and run diagnostics checks. The illustrations show a computer with a 51/4-inch diskette drive, but instructions for using a 3½-inch drive are also included. Note Although this manual provides tips for using MS-DOS, it does not explain how to use an operating system. See your operating system manuals for comprehensive instructions on installing and using the operating system. You do not need to r
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Chapter 7 explains how to install and remove a hard disk or diskette drive. Appendix A contains troubleshooting tips. Appendix B describes how to perform a hardware-level format on a hard disk. You need to do this only if you have installed a new hard disk that has never received this low-level format, or if you are having serious problems with the disk Appendix C outlines the system diagnostic checks. If you are having trouble with any part of the hardware, you may want to run some of these. Ap
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Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System your computer, you may want to leave this manual’s back cover foldout open so you can refer to the illustrations identifying the different parts. Note The illustrations in this manual show the computer with a 51/4-inch diskette drive. If your system has a 3 diskette drive instead, and you need additional instructions, see Chapter 3. Choosing a Location 1 Setting Up Your System 1-1 i/z-inch easy. Just follow the eight steps in this chapter. As you set up Setting
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convenient location that provides the following: 0 A large, sturdy surface. The desk or table should be strong enough to support the weight of your system and all of its components. Select a location that allows plenty of space so you can work comfortably. P A flat, hard surface. Soft surfaces like beds and carpeted floors attract static electricity, which can erase data on your prevent proper ventilation. P Good air circulation. Air must be able to move freely under the system and behind it. Le
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Removing the Protector Card 2 If you have a 5 diskette drive, there is a protector card in the diskette slot. This card is inserted at the factory to protect the read/write heads in the drive. To remove it, flip the latch up to pop the card out part way, then pull it out, as shown below. (If you have a second Y/4-inch diskette drive, be sure to remove the protector card from that drive as well.) Save the protector card. If you transport your computer, you may want to insert the card into your d
