Epson Endeavor WG User manual

EPSON
Setup Guide

Copyright 66 1993 by Epson America, Inc.
Torrance, California

Important Safety Instructions
1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer.
3. Unplug the computer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the computer.
5. Do not place the computer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation; do not block or cover these openings.
Do not place the computer near or over a radiator or heat
register.
7. zi computer using the type of power source indicated
8. If you plan to operate the computer in Germany, observe the
following safety precaution:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current
protection for this computer, the building installation must be
protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker.
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sichergestellt werden, da% die Geb~udeinstallation tit einem
16AiJberstromschutzschalterabgesichertist.
9. Connect all equipment to properly grounded (earthed) power
outlets. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Avoid using
outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control
systems that regularly switch on and off.
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10. Do not allow the computer’s power cord to become damaged or
frayed.
11. If you use an extension cord with the computer, make sure the
total of the ampere ratings of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the ampere rating for the
extension cord. Also, make sure the total of all products
pluggedinto the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
12. Do not insert objects of any kind into this product through the
cabinet slots.
13. Except as specifically explained in this manual, do not attempt to
service thecomputer yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
14. Unplug the computer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has entered the computer.
C. If the computer does not operate normally when the
operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the computer to normal operation.
D. If the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.

Contents
lntroduction
Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System
1 Choosing a Location .......................
1-2
2 Removing the Protective Card
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1-3
3 Connecting a Monitor
......................
1-4
Using the VGA Port ......................
1-4
Using a DispIay Adapter Card ................
1-7
4 Connecting a Printer or Other Device
.............
1-8
Using the ParaIIeI Port. ....................
1-9
Using the Serial Ports .....................
1-11
5 Connecting the Keyboard
....................
1-12
6 Connecting the Mouse
......................
1-13
7 Connecting the Power Cord
...................
1-15
8 Turning On the Computer
....................
1-16
Where ..........................
1-17
Chapter 2
Running the SETUP Program
Starting the SETUP Program
....................
2-2
selecting options.
.......................
2-4
Setting the Date and Time
..................... 2-6
Setting the Processor Speed Options
............... 2-7
Setting the Fast Boot Option
....................
2-8
Setting the System and Video BIOS Options
...........
2-9
Setting the Keyboard Options
................... 2-11
InstaIIed Equipment
.........................
2-12
Setting the Built-in ParaIIeI and SeriaI Port Options
.......
2-13
Setting the Speaker
.........................
2-15

Setting the Disk Drive Controllers
................
2-15
Setting the Password Options
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2-16
Changing a Password
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2-18
Deleting a Password.
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2-18
Setting the Diskette Drive Type(s)
................
2-19
Setting the Hard Disk Drive(s)
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2-20
Hard
....................
2-20
Setting
....................
2-24
Setting the Cache Test and Use Control Options ........
2-25
Saving Your Settings and Exiting SETUP ............
2-26
You made changes, and want to save them and
exit SETUP
.........................
2-27
You made no changes and want to exit SETUP
......
2-27
You made changes and want to exit SETUP
without saving the changes
................
2-28
You F10
..............
2-28
Post-SETUP Procedures
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2-30
Appendix A
Using Memory
Types of Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction
This manual explains how to set up your Epson* computer.
Chapter 1 provides simple instructions for setting up your
system and connecting peripheral devices such as the monitor,
mouse, and printer.
Chapter 2 describes how to run the SETUP program to define
your computer’s configuration. Do this before you use your
computer. If you change the configuration later, you will need
to run it again.
After you set up your system and run SETUP, you can install
your operating system and software. (For general installation
guidelines, see the Read This First card that came with your
computer.)
For information on using system memory, see Appendix A.
Note
If your computer has already been configured, you don’t
need to run SETUP or install any software. Just set it up as
described in Chapter 1 and turn it on.
For complete information about using your computer, see the
User’s Guide.
Introduction 1

Chapter 1
Setting Up Your System
To set up your computer, follow the eight steps in this chapter.
You may want to open this manual’s back cover foldout so you
can refer to the illustrations identifying the different parts.
setting up Your system
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1
Choosing a Location
When selecting a place to set up your system, choose a safe,
convenient location that provides the following:
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A flat, hard surface. Surfaces like beds and carpets attract
static electricity, which can erase data on your disks,
damage the computer% circuitry, and prevent proper
ventilation.
Good air circulation. Leave several inches of space around
the computer so air can move freely.
Moderate environmental conditions. Select a cool, dry area
and protect your computer from extremes in temperature,
humidity, dust, and smoke. Avoid direct sunlight or other
sources of heat.
No electromagnetic interference. Do not place your system
too close to any electrical device, such as a telephone or
television, which generates an electromagnetic field.
Appropriate power source. Connect all your equipment
with the appropriate power cords for the power source in
your area. If you are operating the computer in a country
other than the one in which you purchased it, see "Power
Source Requirements” in Appendix A of the User’s Guide
for a list of the cords you should use.
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2
Removing the Protective Curd
If you have a 5.25-inch diskette drive, there is a protective card
in the diskette slot. To remove it, lift the latch up to release the
card; then pull it out.
latch
Never turn on your computer with a protective card in the
diskette slot. You could damage the diskette drive.
If you have a second 5.25-inch diskette drive, be sure to remove
the card from it also.
Save the protective card. If you transport your computer later,
insert the card to protect the drive’s read/write heads during
shipping.
Setting up Your System
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3
Connecting a Monitor
The way you connect your monitor to the computer depends
on the type of monitor you have. If you have a VGA monitor
(or a multifrequency monitor with an analog connector), you
can connect it to the computer’s built-in VGA port as described
below. If you have any other type of monitor (or if you want to
install a display adapter card to control your monitor), see
“Using a Display Adapter Card” on page 1-7.
Note
If a manual was provided with your monitor, refer to those
instructions along with the ones below.
Using the VGA Port
Follow these steps to connect your VGA monitor to the built-in
VGA port on the computer.
1. Place your monitor on top of or near the computer. Turn the
monitor and computer around so the backs are facing you.
2 There should be two cables provided with your monitor: the
monitor cable (to connect it to the computer) and the power
cable (to connect it to a power source). On most monitors,
the monitor cable is permanently attached to the monitor,
such as the one shown in the illustration on the next page. If
your monitor does not have an attached cable, connect the
cable to it now. (gee your monitor manual for instructions.)
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3. Examine the connector on the monitor cable and line it up
with the VIDEO port on the computer. Then insert the
connector into the port, as shown below.
To avoid damaging the connector, be careful not to bend
the pins when inserting it.
4. If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them.
Setting up Your system 1-5

5. Plug the monitor power cord into the monitor’s power inlet,
as shown below.
monitor power Inlet
6. Plug the other end of the power cord into an appropriate
grounded (earthed) electrical outlet.
1-6
setting up Your system

Using a Display Adapter Card
If you are not using a VGA monitor or if you want to install a
display adapter card to control your VGA monitor, read the
guidelines in this section.
Skip this section if you connected your monitor to the
computer’s built-in VGA port.
Before you can connect a monitor to a display adapter card,
you must install the card in your computer. If it is not already
installed, follow the instructions in Chapter 2 of the
User’s Guide to install an option card.
When installing the card, make sure any switches or jumpers
on the card are set properly. For example, you may need to
change a switch setting to select color or monochrome. See the
documentation that came with your monitor and display
adapter card for instructions.
If you install a display adapter card, you must set jumper J10
on the main system board to disable the built-in VGA port.
(You do not have to do this if you connected the Card to the
VGA feature connector on the main system board.) You may
also need to set jumper J11 to indicate whether you are using a
color or monochrome monitor. (If you are using a VGA
monochrome monitor, however, set the jumper for color so
your system uses the VGA memory addresses.) See Chapter 2
of the User’s Guide for instructions on changing jumper settings.
Note
If you install a high-resolution graphics adapter card that
connect to an alternate VGA interface (also called a “feature
connector”), see Chapter 2 of the User’s Guide for instructions
on connecting the card to the connector on the main system
board.
Setting Up Your System 1-7

After you install the card, connect your monitor to the
computer. If your monitor came with its own manual, follow
the instructions there. Otherwise, you can follow the steps in
“Using the VGA Port” on page 1-4; just insert your monitor
connector into the adapter card port instead of the built-in VGA
port.
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Connecting a Printer or Other Device
Your computer has one parallel and two serial ports. To
connect a printer or other peripheral device, follow the
instructions below.
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Setting Up Your system

Using the Parallel Port
Follow these steps to connect a parallel printer to your
computer:
1. Place the printer next to the computer so that the backs are
facing you.
2. Align the connector end of the printer cable with the
PARALLEL port, as shown below, and plug it in. If the
connector has retaining screws, tighten them by hand or
with a screwdriver.
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3.
Connect the other end of the cable to the printer as shown
below. To secure the cable, squeeze the clips at each side of
the printer port and push them into place.
4.
Plug the print&s power cord into an appropriate grounded
(earthed) electrical outlet.
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setting up Your System