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... internal 80MB, 120MB, or 180MB IDE hard disk drive 12/93 ActionNote 4SLC2-50-1 or + key on memory module to 8MB (maximum). embedded numeric keypad and F11 and F12 keys Trackball Portable trackball with 4 or 8MB of standard memory ROM Video RAM Shadow RAM Numeric coprocessor Clock/calendar 128KB system BIOS, video BIOS, and Setup code located in controller supporting standard VGA monochrome LCD; To select high speed, press the Ctrl, Alt, and + keys simultaneously. (Use the - EPSON ActionNote 4SLC2-50...
... internal 80MB, 120MB, or 180MB IDE hard disk drive 12/93 ActionNote 4SLC2-50-1 or + key on memory module to 8MB (maximum). embedded numeric keypad and F11 and F12 keys Trackball Portable trackball with 4 or 8MB of standard memory ROM Video RAM Shadow RAM Numeric coprocessor Clock/calendar 128KB system BIOS, video BIOS, and Setup code located in controller supporting standard VGA monochrome LCD; To select high speed, press the Ctrl, Alt, and + keys simultaneously. (Use the - EPSON ActionNote 4SLC2-50...
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..., internal NiCad battery pack; 8-cell, 9.6 volt, 1.7AH, 16.3W Caution Use only the AC adapter, optional automobile adapter, and batteries designed for an automobile cigarette lighter When traveling by airplane, take the computer into the from being stored in an unpressurized storage ActionNote 4SLC2-50-2 12/93 continuous brightness and contrast controls; blinks when the AC adapter is connected and charging the battery Suspend mode-Computer is in ROM; EPSON ActionNote 4SLC2-50 LCD Display...
..., internal NiCad battery pack; 8-cell, 9.6 volt, 1.7AH, 16.3W Caution Use only the AC adapter, optional automobile adapter, and batteries designed for an automobile cigarette lighter When traveling by airplane, take the computer into the from being stored in an unpressurized storage ActionNote 4SLC2-50-2 12/93 continuous brightness and contrast controls; blinks when the AC adapter is connected and charging the battery Suspend mode-Computer is in ROM; EPSON ActionNote 4SLC2-50 LCD Display...
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... Setup program depends on the current BIOS version; Note that actual drive capacity may differ from the capacity displayed. Technical Information Bulletins None. The type to enter User Defined drive specifications. Product Support Bulletins None. Primary Drives Secondary Drives Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Related Documentation TM-ACTNOTE Epson ActionNote Service Manual ADDACTNOT50 ActionNote Service Manual Addendum PL-ACTNOTE Epson ActionNote Parts Price List 400275800 Epson ActionNote 4SLC2-50 User's Guide 12/93 ActionNote 4SLC2-50-7 DMA...
... Setup program depends on the current BIOS version; Note that actual drive capacity may differ from the capacity displayed. Technical Information Bulletins None. The type to enter User Defined drive specifications. Product Support Bulletins None. Primary Drives Secondary Drives Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Related Documentation TM-ACTNOTE Epson ActionNote Service Manual ADDACTNOT50 ActionNote Service Manual Addendum PL-ACTNOTE Epson ActionNote Parts Price List 400275800 Epson ActionNote 4SLC2-50 User's Guide 12/93 ActionNote 4SLC2-50-7 DMA...
User Manual
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... Use This Manual 5 Conventions Used in This Manual 6 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP THE COMPUTER Identifying the System Parts 1-2 Front View 1-2 Rear Panel and Left Side 1-5 Connecting the AC Adapter 1-7 Opening the Screen 1-9 Connecting the Trackball 1-10 Turning On the Computer 1-11 CHAPTER 2 USING YOUR COMPUTER Taking Care of the Computer 2-2 Backing Up the VGA Utilities 2-3 Using the Password Function 2-3 Typing the Password 2-4 Using the Keyboard 2-5 Special Keys 2-6 Using F11 and F12 2-8 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 2-8 Resetting...
... Use This Manual 5 Conventions Used in This Manual 6 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP THE COMPUTER Identifying the System Parts 1-2 Front View 1-2 Rear Panel and Left Side 1-5 Connecting the AC Adapter 1-7 Opening the Screen 1-9 Connecting the Trackball 1-10 Turning On the Computer 1-11 CHAPTER 2 USING YOUR COMPUTER Taking Care of the Computer 2-2 Backing Up the VGA Utilities 2-3 Using the Password Function 2-3 Typing the Password 2-4 Using the Keyboard 2-5 Special Keys 2-6 Using F11 and F12 2-8 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 2-8 Resetting...
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...Low Battery Indicator 3-6 Using the Suspend/Resume Switch 3-7 Using Setup to Conserve Battery Power 3-8 CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING OPTIONAL DEVICES Connecting an External Monitor 4-2 Connecting a Parallel Printer 4-4 Connecting a Serial Device 4-5 Checking the Serial Port Settings 4-7 Using the EXT KB Port 4-7 Connecting An Optional Pointing Device 4-8 Connecting an External Keyboard 4-8 Connecting the Internal Fax/Modem 4-9 Adding Memory Modules or a Numeric Coprocessor 4-10 Removing the Keyboard 4-11 Installing a Memory Module 4-13 Installing a Numeric Coprocessor 4-16 Replacing the...
...Low Battery Indicator 3-6 Using the Suspend/Resume Switch 3-7 Using Setup to Conserve Battery Power 3-8 CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING OPTIONAL DEVICES Connecting an External Monitor 4-2 Connecting a Parallel Printer 4-4 Connecting a Serial Device 4-5 Checking the Serial Port Settings 4-7 Using the EXT KB Port 4-7 Connecting An Optional Pointing Device 4-8 Connecting an External Keyboard 4-8 Connecting the Internal Fax/Modem 4-9 Adding Memory Modules or a Numeric Coprocessor 4-10 Removing the Keyboard 4-11 Installing a Memory Module 4-13 Installing a Numeric Coprocessor 4-16 Replacing the...
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... Setup 5-10 Changing the Password 5-12 Hard Disk Utility 5-13 Hard Disk Format 5-14 Auto Interleave 5-15 Media Analysis 5-15 CHAPTER 6 USING THE VGA UTILITIES Microsoft Windows, Version 3.1 6-2 Using the VGACONF Utility Program 6-3 Viewing the Display Status 6-4 Changing Settings with Select Option 6-4 Setting the Standby Timer 6-6 Using VGACONF From the Command Line 6-7 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING Identifying Your System A-2 Error Messages A-3 The Computer Won't Start A-3 Battery Problems A-4 AC Adapter Problems A-5 The LCD Screen Is Blank A-6 The External Monitor Screen...
... Setup 5-10 Changing the Password 5-12 Hard Disk Utility 5-13 Hard Disk Format 5-14 Auto Interleave 5-15 Media Analysis 5-15 CHAPTER 6 USING THE VGA UTILITIES Microsoft Windows, Version 3.1 6-2 Using the VGACONF Utility Program 6-3 Viewing the Display Status 6-4 Changing Settings with Select Option 6-4 Setting the Standby Timer 6-6 Using VGACONF From the Command Line 6-7 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING Identifying Your System A-2 Error Messages A-3 The Computer Won't Start A-3 Battery Problems A-4 AC Adapter Problems A-5 The LCD Screen Is Blank A-6 The External Monitor Screen...
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... installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products Sales of Authorized Epson Service Centers. Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and adding optional devices, including: Expansion memory module (6MB) External PS/2-compatible keyboard Extra battery packs Adapter for your Epson products Assistance in the United States, Epson America provides local customer support and service through the Epson Connection at: 1-800-922-8911. Epson also provides support services through a nationwide network of accessories, manuals, or parts...
... installation, configuration, and operation of Epson products Sales of Authorized Epson Service Centers. Optional Equipment You can easily upgrade your computer by installing additional memory and adding optional devices, including: Expansion memory module (6MB) External PS/2-compatible keyboard Extra battery packs Adapter for your Epson products Assistance in the United States, Epson America provides local customer support and service through the Epson Connection at: 1-800-922-8911. Epson also provides support services through a nationwide network of accessories, manuals, or parts...
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... the Pause button on diagnostics that check the circuit boards, memory, ports, keyboard, and disk drives. See Chapter 5 for a complete description of power-on the keyboard to continue the startup process. 1-12 Setting Up the Computer The computer displays several messages during the diagnostics, including this prompt: Hit < D E L > , If you want to run S E T U P If the tests indicate a problem with the system or change in configuration, you...
... the Pause button on diagnostics that check the circuit boards, memory, ports, keyboard, and disk drives. See Chapter 5 for a complete description of power-on the keyboard to continue the startup process. 1-12 Setting Up the Computer The computer displays several messages during the diagnostics, including this prompt: Hit < D E L > , If you want to run S E T U P If the tests indicate a problem with the system or change in configuration, you...
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..., the system displays a blinking face icon and locks up. You must enter it correctly. If you enable the Setup password, you must reset the system to try again. Note If you want to start Setup. If you press Delete to change your password, call the Epson Connection at 1-800-922-8911 for assistance. 2-4 Using Your Computer The computer prompts you for instructions. Try typing the password again. If...
..., the system displays a blinking face icon and locks up. You must enter it correctly. If you enable the Setup password, you must reset the system to try again. Note If you want to start Setup. If you press Delete to change your password, call the Epson Connection at 1-800-922-8911 for assistance. 2-4 Using Your Computer The computer prompts you for instructions. Try typing the password again. If...
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... Works with other keys to enter alternate character codes or functions. 2-6 Using Your Computer Special Keys Certain keys on your keyboard: Special keys The F11 and F12 keys The embedded numeric keypad. changes back to lowercase when pressed again The number/symbol keys on the embedded numeric keypad as well as other keys to the left in normal mode and one tab to perform special (control) functions. Alt Works...
... Works with other keys to enter alternate character codes or functions. 2-6 Using Your Computer Special Keys Certain keys on your keyboard: Special keys The F11 and F12 keys The embedded numeric keypad. changes back to lowercase when pressed again The number/symbol keys on the embedded numeric keypad as well as other keys to the left in normal mode and one tab to perform special (control) functions. Alt Works...
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... External Keyboard If you are typing for instructions. Then connect the keyboard to the EXT KB port, you must first connect the mouse/keyboard adapter to the EXT KB port on using a pointing device attached to the adapter. 4-8 Connecting Optional Devices See Chapter 5 for details on the computer. You must enable the PS/2 Mouse Support Option in the ADVANCED CMOS SETUP portion of time, you may want to connect an external keyboard. Connecting An Optional Pointing Device You can connect a PS/2-type mouse...
... External Keyboard If you are typing for instructions. Then connect the keyboard to the EXT KB port, you must first connect the mouse/keyboard adapter to the EXT KB port on using a pointing device attached to the adapter. 4-8 Connecting Optional Devices See Chapter 5 for details on the computer. You must enable the PS/2 Mouse Support Option in the ADVANCED CMOS SETUP portion of time, you may want to connect an external keyboard. Connecting An Optional Pointing Device You can connect a PS/2-type mouse...
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... the Setup program. use to select options on that screen.) Setup function keys Key(s) Function Esc Cancels the current screen and returns to the previous menu Move between options on a SETUP screen Running Setup 5-3 Changing the Settings At the bottom of an option on the screen PgUp or PgDn Change the value of each Setup screen, you can use only the keys listed for that screen. Their functions are described in the following table. (Each screen lists the keys available...
... the Setup program. use to select options on that screen.) Setup function keys Key(s) Function Esc Cancels the current screen and returns to the previous menu Move between options on a SETUP screen Running Setup 5-3 Changing the Settings At the bottom of an option on the screen PgUp or PgDn Change the value of each Setup screen, you can use only the keys listed for that screen. Their functions are described in the following table. (Each screen lists the keys available...
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... to move to the option you want to quit without saving the new selections to change the value of an option. Press ESC to return to change . The system restarts with the previous configuration settings. Use PgUp or PgDn to the main menu. Running Setup 5-5 Press Y and Enter. The Setup program displays information about each option as you want to CMOS RAM. The program asks you...
... to move to the option you want to quit without saving the new selections to change the value of an option. Press ESC to return to change . The system restarts with the previous configuration settings. Use PgUp or PgDn to the main menu. Running Setup 5-5 Press Y and Enter. The Setup program displays information about each option as you want to CMOS RAM. The program asks you...
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... necessary to start the Setup program by pressing Delete during the memory test Hard Disk Type 47 Data Area Identifies where the hard disk drive parameters table is tested during system startup Hit Message Display Enables or disables the message that prompts you to run the Setup program; the default is 24 characters per second PS/2 Mouse Support Option Enables or disables PS/2-type mouse support for COMMAND.COM during system startup; the default is...
... necessary to start the Setup program by pressing Delete during the memory test Hard Disk Type 47 Data Area Identifies where the hard disk drive parameters table is tested during system startup Hit Message Display Enables or disables the message that prompts you to run the Setup program; the default is 24 characters per second PS/2 Mouse Support Option Enables or disables PS/2-type mouse support for COMMAND.COM during system startup; the default is...
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... activity on the LCD screen for the specified period of time Enables or disables a timeout period for the specified amount of time, the computer turns off the LCD screen, hard disk drive, or the entire system to save battery power. If you can display the possible settings for the system; if enabled, you do not use the keyboard for the hard disk drive; if enabled, the computer goes into Suspend mode when the hard disk drive...
... activity on the LCD screen for the specified period of time Enables or disables a timeout period for the specified amount of time, the computer turns off the LCD screen, hard disk drive, or the entire system to save battery power. If you can display the possible settings for the system; if enabled, you do not use the keyboard for the hard disk drive; if enabled, the computer goes into Suspend mode when the hard disk drive...
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... KB port. 2. Make sure the external keyboard is firmly connected to make sure the PS/2 Mouse Support Option is something wrong with the keyboard, consult the dealer from whom you connected it , or call the Epson Connection for instructions. 3. External Keyboard Problems 1. If you think there is enabled? Did you run Setup to the mouse/keyboard adapter, and that came with the device for troubleshooting information or contact the manufacturer for instructions. 4. Troubleshooting A-13 Did you install...
... KB port. 2. Make sure the external keyboard is firmly connected to make sure the PS/2 Mouse Support Option is something wrong with the keyboard, consult the dealer from whom you connected it , or call the Epson Connection for instructions. 3. External Keyboard Problems 1. If you think there is enabled? Did you run Setup to the mouse/keyboard adapter, and that came with the device for troubleshooting information or contact the manufacturer for instructions. 4. Troubleshooting A-13 Did you install...
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... hard disk, 2-15 Backing up VGA utilities, 2-3 Backspace key, 2-7 Backup copies, diskettes, 2-14 Basic input/output system, 5-1, C-1 Battery compartment cover, 1-6 Battery pack(s), disposal, 3-6 extra, Intro-3 Battery pack(s) (continued) problems, A-4 recharging, 3-5-6 replacing, 3-2-4 specifications, C-3 using, 3-2-4 Battery power, saving, Intro-2, 3-8, 5-11 Baud rate, fax/modem, B-2 serial port, 4-7 BIOS, 5-1, C-1 BitCom software, 4-9, B-1 Break key, 2-7 Brightness control, 2-11 switch, 1-3,2-11 Built-in command set, fax/modem, B-3-15 Built-in VGA adapter, 6-1 C Caps Lock LED, 1-4 CapsLock...
... hard disk, 2-15 Backing up VGA utilities, 2-3 Backspace key, 2-7 Backup copies, diskettes, 2-14 Basic input/output system, 5-1, C-1 Battery compartment cover, 1-6 Battery pack(s), disposal, 3-6 extra, Intro-3 Battery pack(s) (continued) problems, A-4 recharging, 3-5-6 replacing, 3-2-4 specifications, C-3 using, 3-2-4 Battery power, saving, Intro-2, 3-8, 5-11 Baud rate, fax/modem, B-2 serial port, 4-7 BIOS, 5-1, C-1 BitCom software, 4-9, B-1 Break key, 2-7 Brightness control, 2-11 switch, 1-3,2-11 Built-in command set, fax/modem, B-3-15 Built-in VGA adapter, 6-1 C Caps Lock LED, 1-4 CapsLock...
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... key, 2-6-8 H Hard disk drive, auto interleave, 5-15 backing up, 2-15 controller, C-2 format, 5-14-15 LED, 1-4 low-level format, 5-13 media analysis, 5-15 problems, 5-13, A-10-11 timeout, 5-11 using, 2-15 utility, 5-13-15 Help, Intro-3-4 High speed, Intro-2, 2-10-11 HIMEM.SYS memory manager, 2-18 Home key, 2-7 Humidity, C-4 I IBM VGA, 6-1 Insert key, 2-7 Inserting diskettes, 2-12 Internal fax/modem, see Fax/modem Issuing commands, fax/modem, B-3 K Keyboard, removing, 4-11-13 replacing...
... key, 2-6-8 H Hard disk drive, auto interleave, 5-15 backing up, 2-15 controller, C-2 format, 5-14-15 LED, 1-4 low-level format, 5-13 media analysis, 5-15 problems, 5-13, A-10-11 timeout, 5-11 using, 2-15 utility, 5-13-15 Help, Intro-3-4 High speed, Intro-2, 2-10-11 HIMEM.SYS memory manager, 2-18 Home key, 2-7 Humidity, C-4 I IBM VGA, 6-1 Insert key, 2-7 Inserting diskettes, 2-12 Internal fax/modem, see Fax/modem Issuing commands, fax/modem, B-3 K Keyboard, removing, 4-11-13 replacing...
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... Removable battery pack, 3-1 Removing, diskettes, 2-12 keyboard, 4-11-13 Replacing, battery pack, 3-2-4 keyboard, 4-18-19 Reserved memory, 2-17-18 Resetting computer, 2-9-10 Resolutions, VGA, 6-1-3, C-2 Result code summary, fax/modem, B-15 ROM BIOS, 5-1, A-2, C-1 S Saving battery power, Intro-2, 3-8, 5-11 Screen, opening, 1-10 Scroll Lock key, 2-7 Scroll Lock LED, 1-5 Security, see Password Serial device, connecting, 4-5-7 Serial number, A-2 Serial ports, COM 1 and COM 2, 1-6 connecting, 4-5-7 controller, C-2 settings, checking, 4-7 Serial printer, 4-5 Setting up computer, 1-1-13 Setup program...
... Removable battery pack, 3-1 Removing, diskettes, 2-12 keyboard, 4-11-13 Replacing, battery pack, 3-2-4 keyboard, 4-18-19 Reserved memory, 2-17-18 Resetting computer, 2-9-10 Resolutions, VGA, 6-1-3, C-2 Result code summary, fax/modem, B-15 ROM BIOS, 5-1, A-2, C-1 S Saving battery power, Intro-2, 3-8, 5-11 Screen, opening, 1-10 Scroll Lock key, 2-7 Scroll Lock LED, 1-5 Security, see Password Serial device, connecting, 4-5-7 Serial number, A-2 Serial ports, COM 1 and COM 2, 1-6 connecting, 4-5-7 controller, C-2 settings, checking, 4-7 Serial printer, 4-5 Setting up computer, 1-1-13 Setup program...
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... keys, 2-6-7 Specifications, C-l-5 Speed, Intro-2, 2-10-11 Standard CMOS setup, changing, 5-5-6 settings, 5-1,5-6 Standard configuration, Intro-1-2 Standard VGA monitor, 6-2 Standby timer, VGACONF, 6-6 Suspend mode, Intro-2, 3-7-8 Suspend mode LED, 1-4 Suspend/resume switch, location, 1-3 saving battery power, 3-8 using, 3-7-8 SVGA monitor, 6-1 Sys Req key, 2-7 System, configuration screen, 1-12 identifying, A-2 password security, 2-4 timeout, 5-11 System BIOS, version number, A-2 System board, memory, 4-13 System configuration, 1-12,5-1-15 System memory, C-1, see also Memory System parts...
... keys, 2-6-7 Specifications, C-l-5 Speed, Intro-2, 2-10-11 Standard CMOS setup, changing, 5-5-6 settings, 5-1,5-6 Standard configuration, Intro-1-2 Standard VGA monitor, 6-2 Standby timer, VGACONF, 6-6 Suspend mode, Intro-2, 3-7-8 Suspend mode LED, 1-4 Suspend/resume switch, location, 1-3 saving battery power, 3-8 using, 3-7-8 SVGA monitor, 6-1 Sys Req key, 2-7 System, configuration screen, 1-12 identifying, A-2 password security, 2-4 timeout, 5-11 System BIOS, version number, A-2 System board, memory, 4-13 System configuration, 1-12,5-1-15 System memory, C-1, see also Memory System parts...
