Epson Progression 4 User manual

EPSON
®
User’s Guide

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FOR AMERICAN USERS

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Copyright Q 1993 by Epson America, Inc.
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Important Safety Instructions
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Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer.
Unplug the computer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Do not spill liquid of any kind on the computer.
Do not place the computer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
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.
Operate the computer using the type of power source indicated
on its label.
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.
Beim Anschluf3 des Computers an die Netzversorgung muf3
sichergestellt werden, dafJ die Geb&udeinstallation mit einem
16 A ijberstromschutzschalter abgesichert ist.
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
plugged into 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 User’s Guide, do not
attempt to service the computer 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.
E. If the computer exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Instructions Importantes de Sécurité
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Lire compl&ement les instructions qui suivant et les conserver
pour references futures.
Bien suivre tous les avertissements et les instructions indiques sur
I’ordinateur.
Wbrancher l’ordinateur de toute sortie muraie avant le nettoyage.
Utiliser un chiffon humide; ne jamais utiliser un nettoyeur
liquide ou une bonbonne aerosol.
Ne jamais renverser un liquide d’aucune sorte sur l’ordinateur.
Ne pas placer l’ordinateur sur un chariot, un support, ou une table
instable.
Les events dans le meubles, h l’arriere et en dessous sont concus
pour 1’aQation; on ne doit jamais les bloquer. Ne pas placer
l’ordinateur p&s d’une source de chaleur directe.
L.e fonctionnement de l’ordinateur doit s’effectuer conformkment
au type de source d’abmentation indiqu&e sur l’&iquette.
Lorsqu’on d&sire utiliser l’ordinateur en Allemagne, on doit
observer les normes s&u&a&s qui suivent:
Afin d’assurer une protection ad4quat.e a l’ordinateur contre les
courtcircuits et le survoltage, l’installation de l’tkiifice doit
comprendxe un disjoncteur de 16 amp.
On doit brancher tout l’&quipement clans une sortie reli&e a la
masse. Lorsqu’il est impossible d’ins&er la fiche darts la prise, on
doit retenir les services d’un t%xtricien ou remplacer la prise. Ne
jamais utiliser une prise sur le m&me circuit qu’un appareil h
photocopie ou un syst&me de controle d’akration avec
commutation marche-a&t.
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10. S’assurer que le cordon d’alimentation de l’ordinateur n’est pas
effrit&
11. Dans le cas oh on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l’ordinateur,
on doit s’assurer que la valeur totale d’amp&res branches clans le
cordon n’exc&de en aucun temps les amperes du cordon de
rallonge. La quantite totale des appareils branches dans la prise
murale ne doit jamais exc6de.r 15 amperes.
12. Ne jamais ins&r un objet de quelque sorte que ce soit dans les
cavit& de cet appareil.
13. Sauf tel que sp&i& dans la notice d’utilisation, on ne doit jamais
tenter d’effectuer une reparation de l’ordinateur. On doit r&krer
le service de cet appareil a un technicien qualifie.
14. Debrancher l’ordinateur de la prise murale et confier le service au
perso~d de service quahfib selon ks conditions qui suivent:
A. Lorsque le cordon d’alimentation ou la prise sont
endommagk
B. Lorsqu’un liquide s’est inf&& dans l’oromateur.
C. Lorsque l’ordinateur refuse de fonctionner normalement
m&e en suivant les instructions. N’ajuster que les
commandes qui sont &mm&es dans les instructions de
fonctionnement. Tout ajustement inadequat de tout autre
contr6le peut provoquer un dommage et siluvent nkessiter
des reparations &labor&s par un technicien qualifie afin de
remettre I’appareil en service.
D. Lorsqu’on a 6chappC l’ordinateur ou que l’on a endommage le
boitier.
E. Lorsque l’ordinateur d&nor&e un changement note au niveau
de sa performance.
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Contents
Introduction
VGA Utilities
.............................
2
Optional Equipment
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3
Memory
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3
Drives ..............................
3
OverDrive Processor
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3
Alternate VGA Interface.
................... 3
How to Use This Manual
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4
Chapter 1
Using Your computer
Turning On the Computer
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1-2
Turning Off the Computer
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1-5
Using Disks and Disk Drives
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1-5
How Disks Store Data
..................... 1-6
Types of Diskette Drives
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1-7
Caring for Diskettes and Diskette Drives
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1-10
Write-protecting Diskettes
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1-12
Inserting and Removing Diskettes
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1-14
Using a Single Diskette Drive System
............ 1-16
Formatting Diskettes
..................... 1-17
Making Backup Copies
.................... 1-17
Using a Hard Disk Drive
...................
1-18
Special Keys on the Keyboard
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1-20
Stopping a Command or Program
.................
1-21
Resetting the Computer
.......................
1-22
Using a Password
..........................
1-23
Changing a Password
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1-24
Deleting a Password
..................... 1-25
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Using Your Computer as a Network Server
...........
1-26
Using a Password in Network Server Mode
........
1-27
Changing the Processor Speed
..................
1-28
Entering Keyboard Commands
...............
1-30
Using the ESPEED Program
................
1-31
Preparing the Hard Disk for Moving
...............
1-33
Using AUTOEXEC.BAT and Other Batch FiIes
........
1-34
Chapter 2
Installing and Removing Options
How to Use This Chapter
.....................
2-2
Locating the Internal Components
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2-3
Removing the Cover
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2-4
Changing the Jumper Settings
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2-6
Setting the Jumpers ......................
2-8
Memory Modules (SIMMs)
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2-9
Inserting SIMMs ........................
2-11
Removing SIMMS .......................
2-13
Installing an Option Card
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2-14
Removing an Option Card .....................
2-18
Removing the Option Card Connector Board
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2-19
Replacing the Option Card Connector Board
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2-20
Installing a New Processor Chip
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2-21
Using the Alternate VGA Interface
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2-22
Replacing the Cover
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2-24
Post-installation Procedures
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2-25
Chapter 3 Installing and Removing Drives
How to Use This Chapter
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3-3
Setting the Hard Disk Drive Jumpers
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3-4
Where to Go Next .......................
3-4
Installing a Hard Disk in the Vertical Bay
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3-5
Removing the Mounting Frames
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3-6
Installing the Hard Disk
................... 3-8
Connecting the Cables
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Removing a Hard Disk From the Vertical Ray .......... 3-15
Installing a Drive in a Horizontal Bay ............... 3-17
Attaching Mounting Frames to a Hard Disk
........ 3-19
Installing the Drive. ......................
3-20
Connecting the Cables .....................
3-24
Removing a Drive From a Horizontal Ray ............ 3-29
Connecting the Hard Disk Drive Ribbon Cable to the System
Board ................................ 3-33
Post-installation Procedures
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3-36
Chapter 4
Running System Diagnostics
Starting the Program
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4-2
Deleting Tests
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4-3
Adding Tests ..........................
4-4
Running Tests ............................ 4-5
Resuming From an Error
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4-6
System Diagnostic Tests
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4-7
Error Messages
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4-8
Chapter 5
Formatting a Hard Disk
Starting the Program
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5-2
Formatting a New Disk
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5-3
Reformatting a Used Disk
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5-3
selecting an Option
...................... 5-3
Selecting a Drive ........................
5-4
Option 1, Format
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5-4
Modifying the Defective Track Table
............ 5-6
Formatting the Disk
...................... 5-8
Option 2, Destructive Surface Analysis
.............. 5-9
Option 3, Nondestructive Surface Analysis
........... 5-10
Exiting the Program
......................... 5-11