Kingston Technology KTM609 User manual

Kingston Technology
KTM609/16
Memory Expansion
for IBM PS/2 Model 50,
50z, 55sx, 60, and 65sx

KTM-609/16 Installation Guide - Rev. D1 Kingston Technology Corporation
KTM-609/16
Memory Expansion Board
for
IBM PS/2 Models
50, 50z, 55sx, 60, and 65sx
Installation Guide
Kingston Technology Corporation
17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone [phone]

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Limited Warranty
KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION (hereinafter called KTC) warrants
that this product is free from defective material and workmanship and, subject to the
conditions set forth below, agrees to repair or replace any part of this product which
proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials for a period of five
years from the date of original retail purchase, without charge for parts and labor.
If this product does not perform as warranted herein, owners sole remedy shall be
repair or replacement as provided below. In no event will KTC be liable for damages,
lost revenue, lost wages, lost savings or any other incidental or consequential damages
arising from purchase, use, or inability to use this product, even if KTC has been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
Any defective product should be returned to your local dealer or distributor, along
with a copy of your sales slip, product serial number and a detailed description of the
problem you are experiencing.
No express or implied warranty is made for any KTC product damaged by accidents,
abuse, misuse, natural or personal disaster or unauthorized modification.
©Copyright Kingston Technology 1994. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
All trademarks are property of their respective companies.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction........................................................................................................................... 1
General Description.............................................................................................................. 2
Package Contents ................................................................................................................ 4
Packaging Materials .............................................................................................................4
Order Information ................................................................................................................. 4
Before You Begin .................................................................................................................5
Software Installation ............................................................................................................. 6
Installation Overview................................................................................................6
Updating Your Backup Copy of the Reference Diskette............................................6
Running the INSTALL Program................................................................................7
Hardware Installation............................................................................................................9
Installing the SIMM Modules ....................................................................................9
Installing the KTM-609/16 Board ............................................................................ 12
Configuring the System....................................................................................................... 13
Installing the Kingston EMS Driver ......................................................................... 16
Changing Existing EMS Driver Parameters ............................................................ 20
Changing the System Configuration ....................................................................... 23
Adding or Removing SIMMs ...................................................................... 23
Changing the Amount of Expanded Memory.............................................. 24

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Appendices.........................................................................................................................26
Appendix A Extended vs. Expanded Memory.......................................................27
Some History .............................................................................................27
Extended (Linear) Memory.........................................................................27
Expanded (Paged) Memory........................................................................28
Appendix B Modifying CONFIG.SYS ...................................................................29
Installing the Driver ....................................................................................29
Testing the Kingston EMS Driver................................................................30
Command Line Options..............................................................................30
Appendix C Troubleshooting................................................................................32
Error Messages..........................................................................................32
Working With QEMM 50/60 Memory Manager............................................36
List of Figures
Figure 1: KTM-609/16 Board (Type I) .......................................................................2
Figure 2: KTM-609/16 Board (Type II) ......................................................................3
Figure 3: KTM-609/16 Board (Type III) .....................................................................3
Figure 4: Installing the SIMM Modules....................................................................11
Figure A-1: Extended and Expanded Memory Configuration ...................................26

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Introduction
Kingston Technology welcomes you to the growing family of IBM PS/2 users who
have chosen Kingston Memory Expansion options for their computers. As application
programs expand in size and complexity, the need for efficient and reliable memory
expansion becomes critical. Our aim is to provide you with high quality memory
expansion products that give maximum performance benefits at an affordable cost.
We have engineered our memory products to be durable, reliable, and trouble-free;
and we are confident that you will receive optimum performance from this Kingston
product for many years to come.
The information in this manual will guide you through the process of placing the
memory modules on the circuit board, installing the circuit board inside your
computer, and configuring the necessary software to recognize the new memory.
Please take a few moments to read through this manual now and familiarize yourself
with the procedures you will need to follow when you install the Kingston board and
software. This can save you a lot of anxiety later on.
We have tried to anticipate many of the problems that may arise during the
installation, and most of your questions will be answered by reading this manual.
However, if you encounter a situation that you cannot resolve, or have questions
regarding the installation or use of this product, please call Kingston Technical
Support at [phone]. Our main goal is customer satisfaction.

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General Description
The Kingston Technology KTM-609/16 Memory Expansion Board is capable of
adding up to 16MB of Random Access Memory to IBM PS/2 Models 50, 50z, 55sx,
60, and 65sx personal computer systems. There are three models of the KTM609/16:
Type I has four SIMM sockets with no memory soldered directly to the board; Type II
has 4MB soldered and three sockets for expansion; and Type III has 8MB soldered
with two sockets available. Single In-line Memory Modules (SIMMs) can be plugged
into the SIMM sockets on the KTM-609/16 board, and can be combined in a wide
variety of memory configurations. The KTM-609/16 board can be installed in any 16-
bit expansion slot on the PS/2 system board.
The KTM-609/16 Memory Expansion Board (shown in Figures 1, 2, and 3) support
both Extended (linear) memory and Expanded (paged) memory. It adheres to the
Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded Memory Specification (LIM) version 4.0 software to
enable memory paging. EMS 4.0 is compatible with applications written for EMS 3.2
and Enhanced Expanded Memory Specification (EMMS). Use Extended memory for
today's latest software to run under Microsoft Windows®and IBM OS/2®.
Figure 1: KTM609/16 Type I - 0MB soldered, 4 SIMM Sockets

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Figure 2: KTM609/16 Type II - 4MB soldered, 3 SIMM Sockets
Figure 3: KTM609/16 Type III - 8MB soldered, 2 SIMM Sockets

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Package Contents
In addition to this manual, you should also receive the following items:
•One KTM-609/16 Memory Expansion Board
•One or more Single In-line Memory Modules (SIMMs), if applicable.
•One Kingston Option Diskette
If any item is missing or damaged, contact the Kingston dealer or distributor from
whom you purchased this upgrade.
Packaging Materials
Kingston memory boards are shipped in an anti-static plastic bag, inside a cushioned
box, which protects them from shock and static electricity that could cause severe
damage to the memory chips. Before you remove any memory component from its
packaging, be sure you discharge any static electricity by touching a securely
grounded metal object. Also, keep magnetized tools, such as magnetic screwdrivers,
away from the board and memory modules.
Order Information
Kingston Part # IBM Part # Description
KTM-1000/M70 6450603 1MB SIMM
KTM-2000/M70 6450604 2MB SIMM
KTM-4000/M70 34F2933 4MB SIMM
KTM-609/16 6450609 16MB Memory Board

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Before You Begin
Read through this manual before you begin installing the KTM-609/16 board, so
you’ll know what to expect as you go along. Although this is a relatively easy
installation, you may feel more comfortable asking your local Kingston dealer or
computer service center to do it for you. There will undoubtedly be a fee associated
with doing this, but your peace of mind may be worth the cost.
Pay special attention to Appendix A, “Extended vs. Expanded Memory.” If your
computer uses DOS, you will have to decide how much of your added Kingston
memory to allocate as Extended (linear) memory, and how much to allocate as
Expanded (paged) memory. If your computer uses Windows or OS/2, all added
memory should be allocated as Extended since Windows and OS/2 can address all
added memory directly. Also, if your PS/2 has a 386SX microprocessor or higher, it is
best to allocated all added memory as Extended. If Expanded memory is required, use
a 386-level Expanded Memory Manager, such as DOS's EMM386.EXE, located in
your DOS or WINDOWS directory with the RAM switch. Consult your DOS manual
for details.
Besides the contents of the KTM-609/16 memory upgrade package described earlier,
you will also need to prepare a backup copy of your IBM PS/2 Reference Diskette.
(Follow the instructions in the IBM PS/2 Quick Reference Manual to make the back
up copy if you don’t already have one.) You will also need a flat-tip, non-magnetic
screwdriver for the installation process.
Allow plenty of time for the installation and configuration process. It should take very
little time, but if you rush yourself, errors and set-backs are more likely to occur. We
want this process to go smoothly for you, so have patience and use caution.

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Software Installation
Installation Overview
Here is a quick look at the steps you will need to take to install the KTM-609/16
board:
•Check the contents of the KTM-609/16 package.
•Running INSTALL to copy files to your backup Reference diskette.
•Install SIMMs on the KTM-609/16 board.
•Install the KTM-609 board in your PS/2.
•Configure the board and allocate memory.
-If your operating system is Windows or OS/2, or if all new memory was
allocated as Extended, you’re finished. STOP HERE.
-If all or part of new memory was allocated as Expanded, install the Kingston
EMS driver. Now you’re finished. STOP HERE.
Updating Your Backup Copy of the Reference Diskette
It is recommended that you never use your original IBM®Reference diskette when
installing hardware. If you do not have a backup copy disk, follow the instructions
below to make a backup copy of your IBM Reference Diskette:
1. Boot from your most current Reference diskette.
2. From the Main Menu, select "Backup the Reference Diskette."
3. Follow the instructions until the process has completed.
The KTM-609/16 package includes a Kingston Option Diskette. This diskette
contains configuration files which enable your system to recognize the KTM-609/16.
There is an installation program on the Kingston diskette. Use this program to copy
the Kingston option files to your backup IBM Reference diskette.

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Running the INSTALL Program
The Kingston Option diskette includes an INSTALL program which MUST be run to
correctly install the configuration files to your backup Reference diskette. If you run
"Copy an option diskette" from the IBM Reference Menu, it will recognize the KTM-
609 in its system configuration, but will not install the memory correctly.
Before you start, have both the Kingston Option diskette and your backup copy
Reference diskette ready. This portion of the installation requires the use of DOS. If
you are running OS/2, opening a DOS window will satisfy this requirement. If you
use an operating system that cannot emulate DOS, boot your system from a DOS
diskette.
The following steps show you how to install the option files from the Kingston
diskette to your backup copy Reference diskette.
1. Turn on or reboot your computer (from hard disk or bootable DOS
diskette) and get to the DOS prompt.
2. Remove the boot diskette from drive A, if present, and insert the
Kingston Option diskette. At the prompt, type:
A: [Enter]
3. To start the INSTALL program, type:
INSTALL [Enter]
You must run the INSTALL program from the Kingston Option
diskette to copy the Kingston files to your backup Reference diskette or
the configuration will not complete successfully.
Do NOT use "Copy an option diskette" from the Reference Menu.

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You will see the following display on your computer screen:
F1 Install Configuration Files onto Reference Diskette
F2 Install KEMM.SYS EMS Driver onto a Working Disk.
F3 Change Existing EMS Driver Parameters
F4 Exit and Back to DOS
4. Select [F1]to copy the Kingston Option files to your backup
Reference Diskette
Now that you have updated your backup Reference diskette with the Kingston option
files, you are now ready to install the KTM-609/16 memory board into your machine.
INSTALLATION Version 1.30
(C) Copyright 1990, 1992 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

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Hardware Installation
The KTM-609/16 memory board uses IBM standard 72-pin SIMMs and, in some
cases, the memory may already be installed or soldered to the board. If you do not
plan to add or remove any SIMMs, you can skip this section and go to "Installing the
KTM-609/16 Board."
Installing the SIMM Modules
The KTM-609/16 board has 3 board types for memory configurations. Type I has four
sockets labeled P1, P2, P3, and P4 with no memory soldered to the board. Type II has
4MB soldered and three available sockets to add additional SIMM modules. Type III
has 8MB soldered and two additional sockets for adding SIMM memory modules. All
three board types support up to 16MB of memory.
KTM-609/16 Board Soldererd Memory SIMM Sockets
Type I 0MB soldered 4 sockets
Type II 4MB soldered 3 sockets
Type III 8MB soldered 2 sockets
The SIMMs are available in 1MB (KTM1000/M70), 2MB (KTM2000/M70), and
4MB (KTM4000/M70) memory capacities. Be sure to observe the precautions below
when installing the SIMMs. The SIMM modules are installed in descending order
starting with the higher capacity SIMMs first. The first socket is P1, then P2, and so
on.
The following chart illustrates various SIMM combinations and their corresponding
socket locations for the KTM-609/16 Type I board which consists of four SIMM
sockets (yours may have soldered memory with less sockets).

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SIMM Socket Locations
Total Memory on
Board (MB) P1 P2 P3 P4
16 4 4 4 4
15 N/A
14 4 4 4 2
13 4 4 4 1
12 4 4 4 -
11 4 4 2 1
10 4 4 2 -
9 4 4 1 -
8 44- -
7 4 2 1 -
6 42- -
5 41- -
4 (KTM-609/16-4) 4---
3 21- -
2 (KTM-609/16-2) 2---
1 1 ---
NOTE: This chart does not represent all possible configurations.

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1. Install the highest capacity SIMM in socket P1 on your KTM-609/16 board.
Note that the SIMM plugs into the socket at an angle.
2. Carefully push the SIMM into the socket until it is firmly seated. Then push the
SIMM gently toward the memory board until the flanges shown in Figure 4
snap over either end of the module.
Figure 4 Installing the SIMM Modules
3. If you have another SIMM to install, plug the next highest capacity SIMM in
socket P2 on the KTM-609/16 board. Use the same technique you used to
install the first.
4. If you have a third SIMM to install, plug the next highest capacity SIMM in
socket P3 on the KTM-609/16 board.
5. And if you have a fourth SIMM to install, plug it into socket P4 on the KTM-
609/16 board. It should be the lowest capacity SIMM of all.
Now you are ready to install the KTM-609/16 board into your PS/2 computer.
Continue with the installation.

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Installing the KTM-609/16 Board
Now you’re ready to install the KTM-609/16 Memory Expansion Board inside your
PS/2 computer. Keep in mind the precautions on static electricity and magnetized
tools. Turn off power to the computer and position it in a convenient, well-lit area. If
this involves moving it very far from its normal location, you will need to unplug its
various terminal and printer cables. Be sure to label them so you can easily reinstall
them when you’re done.
STEP 1
•Turn power off from the computer.
•Disconnect any cables from the unit.
STEP 2
•Open the chassis.
•Choose any available 16-bit expansion slot.
•Remove the expansion slot bracket.
STEP 3
•Place the KTM-609/16 into the 16-bit expansion slot.
•Make sure the board is inserted into the guide channels and properly seated
into the expansion slot.
•Secure the adapter card to the expansion slot with the thumb screw.
STEP 4
•Replace the cover and reattach any cables that were disconnected.
The hardware portion of the installation procedure is now complete. You may want to
leave the cover off during the remainder of the installation process in case it becomes
necessary to move the KTM-609/16 for troubleshooting purposes. Now you're ready
for "Configuring the System".

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Configuring the System
At this point, the KTM-609/16 is installed and needs to be configured before it can be
recognized by the system. First you need to decide how to configure the newly added
memory. For today's latest software, you will probably want to configure the memory
as Extended, but if you are running older software applications which require EMS
memory, then configure all or part of the Kingston memory as Expanded.
Here are a few guidelines:
•If your PS/2 runs software under Windows or OS/2, you should allocate all the
new Kingston memory as Extended (XMS) memory, since Windows and OS/2
can address all added memory directly, and do not require an Expanded memory
driver.
•If your PS/2 runs older software applications, such as Lotus 123 Ver. 2.x, or
WordPerft 5.x for DOS, you should allocate the new Kingston memory as
Expanded (EMS) memory. This entails using an EMS driver. Kingston provides
the KTCEMM.SYS Expanded memory manager for 286 PS/2 computers.
•If your processor has been upgraded to a 386SX or higher processor, configure the
Kingston memory as Extended and use EMM386.EXE with a RAM switch. This
driver is found in your DOS or WINDOWS directory. Refer to your DOS manual
for information on how to use this driver.
See Appendix A, “Extended vs. Expanded Memory” to help you decide the
differences between the two types of memory allocation.
You may decide to change the allocations at any time, so keep your updated backup
Reference diskette handy for future use. You’ll also want to use this diskette
whenever you need to see a display of the system configuration. Follow the steps
below to configure the additional memory in your PS/2 computer.

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1. Insert your backup Reference diskette (onto which you've already
copied the files from the Kingston Option diskette) into the floppy
drive.

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2. Turn on or reboot your computer.
3. The system will boot up automatically from the backup Reference
diskette. As the computer begins to boot, you should see the size of base
memory displayed on your screen.
4. Next the number 165 appears on your screen to let you know the system
has detected a device which hasn’t been defined yet. After five or ten
seconds, the IBM logo appears. Press [Enter] as prompted.
5. After a lengthy explanation of error 165, the system will prompt you:
"Do you want to automatically configure the system? (Y/N)?" Press [N]
for No. Running automatic configuration may set some of the adapters
back to their default hardware settings. Just say NO to automatic
configuration.
6. From the main menu, select Set Configuration.
7. Then select Change Configuration.
8. On the Change Configuration screen, move the cursor to the number of the
slot in which you installed the KTM-609/16 board, and you will see:
Slot x - Kingston KTM-609/16 Memory Expansion Adapter
Expanded Memory ----------------- [Disabled]
Use the [F5] and [F6] Functions keys to specify the amount of memory you
want to allocate as Expanded (paged) memory. The remaining memory, if
any, is automatically allocated as Extended.
NOTE: You can only specify Expanded memory in increments of 1MB. If you
want all the added memory to be Extended, leave Expanded memory
set to “Disabled”.