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Introduction
This Equity® 386/33 PLUS User’s Guide contains the information you need to get the best results from your computer. You’ll find instructions for adding options to your system such as disk drives, option cards, or a math coprocessor, as well as general reference information such as how to use diskettes, test your system, and troubleshoot minor problems.
Note
For instructions on setting up your system or changing the
SETUP configuration, see the Setup Guide.
You don’t have to read everything in this book. Its contents are summarized below:
Chapter 1 covers general operating procedures, such as using and caring for disks and disk drives.
Chapter 2 describes special features you can use to enhance your system’s performance.
Chapter 3 tells how to remove and replace the computer’s cover and subassembly to reach internal components.
Chapter 4 describes some of the options you can use in your computer and instructions for setting jumpers, replacing the battery, and installing options.
Chapter 5 explains how to install and remove disk drives.
Appendix A lists the specifications of your computer,
Appendix B covers the system diagnostic tests you can run, and
Appendix C contains troubleshooting tips.
At the end of this manual you’ll find a glossary and an index.
Introduction 1
Where to Get Help
If you purchased your computer in the United States, Epson
America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service
Centers.
Epson also provides the following support services through the
Epson Customer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911: cl cl
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Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson
Reseller or Service Center
Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your Epson product cl cl
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Customer Relations
Epson technical information library fax service
Product literature with technical specifications on our current and new products.
If you purchased your computer outside of the United States, please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service. International marketing locations are listed on the inside back cover.
2 Introduction
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Table of contents
- 1 FRONT MATTER
- 5 CONTENTS
- 9 INTRODUCTION
- 10 Where to Get Help
- 11 CHAP 1-USING YOUR COMPUTER
- 11 Copying the Reference and Utility Files
- 12 Special Keys on the Keyboard
- 14 Stopping a Command or Program
- 14 Resetting the Computer
- 16 Using a Power-on Password
- 17 Using Disks and Disk Drives
- 17 How Disks Store Data
- 19 Types of Diskette Drives
- 22 Caring for Diskettes and Diskette Drives
- 24 Write-protecting Diskettes
- 26 Using a Single Diskette Drive System
- 27 Inserting and Removing Diskettes
- 29 Formatting Diskettes
- 29 Making Backup Copies
- 30 Using a Hard Disk Drive
- 33 CHAP 2-ENHANCING SYSTEM OPERATIONS
- 33 Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch Files
- 34 Changing the Processor Speed
- 36 Entering Keyboard Commands
- 37 Using the ESPEED Program
- 39 Using Your Computer as a Network Server
- 40 Using a Password in Network Server Mode
- 41 Using Special VGA Features
- 43 CHAP 3-ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS
- 44 Removing the Cover
- 47 Removing the Subassembly
- 51 Replacing the Subassembly
- 59 Replacing the Cover
- 61 CHAP 4-INSTALLING AND REMOVING OPTIONS
- 63 Main System Board
- 64 Changing the Jumper Settings
- 64 Setting the Jumpers
- 67 Replacing the Battery
- 71 Installing an Option Card
- 75 Removing an Option Card
- 76 Using the Alternate VGA Interface
- 78 Adding Memory Modules
- 79 Installing Memory Modules
- 82 Removing Memory Modules
- 83 Installing a Math Coprocessor
- 86 Removing a Math Coprocessor
- 86 Post-installation Setup for Memory Curds
- 87 Using the CORFIX Program
- 88 Post-installation Setup
- 89 CHAP 5-INSTALLING AND REMOVING DRIVES
- 90 Choosing the Correct Drive Buy
- 91 How to Use This Chapter
- 92 Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers
- 93 Changing the Jumper Settings
- 95 Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Position
- 96 Removing the Mounting Frames from the Drive
- 98 Removing and Attaching the Mounting Plate
- 99 Installing the Drive
- 105 Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Position
- 107 Installing or Removing a Drive in the Horizontal Position
- 107 Installing a Drive in the Horizontal Position
- 114 Removing a Drive From the Horizontal Position
- 117 APPENDIX A-SPECIFICATIONS
- 117 CPU and Memory
- 118 Controllers
- 118 Interfaces
- 119 Power Supply
- 119 Mass Storage
- 120 Keyboard
- 120 Environmental Requirements
- 120 Physical Characteristics
- 121 System Memory Map
- 123 APPENDIX B-PERFORMING A SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS
- 124 Starting the Diagnostics Program
- 124 The Main Menu Screen
- 126 Setting the Run Time Parameters
- 128 Error Logging
- 130 Selecting Diagnostic Tests
- 130 Selecting Multiple Tests
- 132 Running the Tests
- 134 Memory Diagnostics
- 135 Hard Disk Diagnostics
- 136 Hard Disk Parameters
- 139 Hard Disk Format
- 140 Media Analysis
- 140 Performance Test
- 140 Seek Test
- 141 Read/Verify Test
- 141 Check Test Cylinder
- 141 Force Bad Tracks
- 141 Hard Disk Error Messages
- 142 Floppy Disk Diagnostics
- 143 Performing the Tests
- 145 Miscellaneous Diagnostics
- 145 Printer Adapter Test
- 146 Communication Adapter Test
- 147 Exiting System Diagnostics
- 149 APPENDIX C-TROUBLESHOOTING
- 149 Identifying Your System
- 150 Error Messages
- 153 The Computer Won’t Start
- 154 The Computer Does Not Respond
- 156 Password Problems
- 156 Accessing Your Current Password
- 158 Keyboard Problems
- 158 Monitor Problems
- 160 Diskette Problems
- 162 Diskette Drive Problems
- 163 Hard Disk Problems
- 164 Installing the Drive
- 165 Preparing the Drive
- 166 Accessing Data on the Drive
- 166 Software Problems
- 168 Printer Problems
- 169 Option Card Problems
- 170 Mouse Problems
- 171 Memory Module Problems
- 171 Battery Problems
- 172 Math Coprocessor Problems
- 173 GLOSSARY
- 191 INDEX