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EQUITY™386/20
User’s Guide
Y18499100101
EPSON
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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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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such i
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Contents .................................... 1 ........................... How to Use This Manual 2 ................................ 4 Where to Get Help .......................... 1 Setting Up Your System 1-1 1-1 1 Unpacking .................................... ........ 1-2 Removing the Diskette Drive Protector Card ........................... 1-3 2 Choosing a Location .......................... 1-4 3 Connecting a Monitor ........................... 1-6 4 Connecting a Printer ..................
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Formatting the Primary Partition ..................... 3-9 .......... Copying the Remaining Files to the Hard Disk .................... Formatting the Extended Partition 3-12 ........................ 3-13 Booting From the Hard Disk 4 ............................ 4-1 ............................. Locking the Computer 4-1 4-2 Selecting the Execution Speed ....................... Selecting the Monitor Type ......................... 4-3 Controlling the Volume ............................ 4-4 ......
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.................................. 5-10 Using Directories 5-12 The Default Directory .......................... .............................. 5-12 Using Pathnames .............. Including Filenames With Pathnames 5-13 Including Drive Letters With Pathnames and 5-14 Filenames ................................. ................ Listing the Contents of a Directory Creating Directories ............................ 5-16 ........................... 5-16 Removing Directories .................. 5-16 Cha
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Appendixes ................................. A A-1 Error Messages .................................... A-1 The Computer Won’t Start .......................... A-2 ........................... The Computer Locks Up A-2 ................................. A-3 Monitor Problems Diskette Problems ................................. A-4 ............................... Hard Disk Problems A-5 ................................. Software Problems A-6 .................................. A-7 Printer Problems .....
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Color Graphics Adapter and CRT Check ............. C-12 Color Graphics Adapter Check ................... C-13 Attribute Check ............................... C-13 Character Set Check ........................... C-13 40-column Character Set Check .................. C-14 320x200 Graphics Mode Check ................... C-15 ................... 640x200 Graphics Mode Check C-16 C-16 Screen Paging Check ........................... Light Pen Check ............................. C-17 ....................
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.......................... E Hard Disk Drive Types ................................... F Specifications F-1 ................................. CPU and Memory ....................................... F-1 Controllers F-1 ........................................ ..................................... F-2 Power Supply F-2 ..................................... Mass Storage F-3 ........................................ ........................ Environmental Requirements ............................. Physi
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Introduction is a versatile, high-performance personal The Epson® Equity™ 386/20 computer. Its 80386 microprocessor and 20 MHz operation speed make this a fast machine, and you can easily upgrade it by adding memory and installing options. The Equity 386 is available in these configurations: l A single diskette drive system with one 1.2MB (megabyte) diskette drive l A hard disk drive system with one 40MB hard disk and one 1.2MB diskette drive l A hard disk drive system with one 90MB hard disk an
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The Equity 386 offers a shadow RAM feature which lets you speed up processing by moving the ROM BIOS and VIDEO ROM into the RAM area of memory. When the ROM data is in RAM, the computer can access information and display text and graphics on the screen faster. Your computer comes with version 3.3 of MS-DOS®-the operating system by Microsoft@-and version 3.2 of the GW-BASIC® programming language. You’ll find reference manuals for both MS-DOS and GW-BASIC packed in the box with the computer. You p
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Chapter 1 provides simple step-by-step instructions for setting up your computer. On the inside back cover are illustrations identifying the different parts of the Equity 386; you may want to refer to this while you are setting up your system. Chapter 2 describes how to run the Setup program to define your computer’s configuration. You must do this for a new computer before you use it. You may need to do it again later, if you change the configuration. Chapter 3 explains how to prepare the hard
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Appendix F gives the technical specifications for the Equity 386. At the back of the manual you’ll find a glossary of the computer terms used in this manual and an index. Where to Get Help Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a network of authorized Epson dealers and service centers throughout the United States. Epson America provides product information and toll-free support to its dealers and service centers. Therefore, we ask that you contact the business where you
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Chapter 1 SETTING UP YOUR SYSTEM Setting up your Epson Equity 386 personal computer is easy. Just follow the 10 steps in this chapter, which describe how to set up your computer, start MS-DOS, and make copies of your system diskettes. As you set up your computer, you may want to leave the back flap of this book open so you can refer to the two illustrations identifying the different parts of the computer. When you finish setting up the computer, go on to Chapter 2 and follow the instructions the
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Besides this manual, you should have the following: l The computer and power cord l The keyboard with attached cable l Keys for locking the computer l Four diskettes: three that contain the MS-DOS operating system and the GW-BASIC programming language (Startup, Operating 1, and Operating 2), and a Reference diskette l An MS-DOS Reference Manual and a GW-BASIC Reference Manual. In addition to these items, you need a compatible video monitor and display adapter card, and you may also have a printe
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(If you have a second diskette drive, be sure to remove the card from that drive too.) Save the protector card and reinsert it whenever you move the computer. If you don’t plan to use your computer for a week or more, reinsert the card to help prevent dust from entering the disk drive. Choosing a Location Before you set up your Equity 386, it’s important to choose a 2 comfortable, convenient location where it can run properly. Select a location that provides the following: l A large, sturdy desk
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l Moderate environmental conditions. Protect your computer from extremes in temperature, humidity, dust, and smoke. Avoid direct sunlight or any other source of heat. High humidity also hinders operation, so select a cool, dry area. l Appropriate power sources. To prevent static charges, connect all your equipment to 3-prong, 120-volt grounded outlets. You need one outlet for the computer, one for the monitor, and additional outlets for a printer and any other peripherals. You can plug one perip
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Monitor/video card compatibility Output type Video card Monitor One 9-pin output (TTL Monochrome, graphics, Monochrome compatible) or enhanced graphics Graphics, color graphics, One 9-pin RGB output or one Color or RCA-type jack for composite or enhanced graphics or enhanced color One 15-pin analog output VGA monochrome Video graphics array 1. Place your monitor on top of or near the computer. It is easiest to connect the monitor cable if the backs of the monitor and the computer are facing you.
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4. Plug the monitor’s power cord into the monitor’s power inlet, as shown below. 5. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet. Connecting a Printer The Equity 386 has a parallel interface and a serial interface. 4 You can easily connect a printer or other device that has either type of interface-just follow the instructions below. Epson, of course, offers a full range of printers; check with your dealer for more information. 1-6 Setting Up Your System
