Epson ActionPC 8000 User's Guide

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PCI Auto-configurationThe PCI auto-configuration utility works with the SETUPprogram to support PCI option cards. When you turn on thecomputer after i

This section includes steps for the following procedures:0Installing a hard disk drive in the mounting bracket0Replacing the mounting bracket in the c

3.Secure the drive with the screws that came with it; you canuse two or four screws, depending on the location of theholes in your drive.Replacing the

Connecting the Hard Disk Drive CablesAfter you replace the bracket, you need to connect the cables tothe hard disk drive. Follow these steps:1.Locate

4.Position the connector on the cable so that the red wirealigns with pin 1 on the drive.ire5.Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all

7.Position the power supply cable connector so that itsnotched corners line up with the notched corners of thepower supply connector on the hard disk

Reconnecting the Diskette Drive CablesRefer to the illustration below while you follow the steps in thissection to reconnect cables to the diskette dr

Removing a Hard Disk Drive From the MountingBracketYou may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or forreplacement.CautionBefore you remove a h

3.Remove the screws securing the hard disk drive to thebracket and slide the drive out of the bracket.4.If you removed the only IDE device connected t

This section includes steps for the following procedures:0Attaching mounting frames to the drive (if necessary)0Installing the drive in the bay0Connec

Installing the DriveFollow these steps to install a drive in the upper or lowerexternal drive bay:1.Using a screwdriver, reach inside the back of the

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3.Slide the drive through the slot into the bay until it is flushwith the front of the computer.4.Align the slots at the side of the drive bay with th

Connecting the Drive and Power CablesFollow these steps to connect the drive and power cables:1.Locate the connector you will use on the drive cable.2

4.Make sure the holes in the cable connector fit over all thepins; then push in the connector.5.Locate one of the power supply cables that lead from t

7.If you are installing a CD-ROM drive, you may need toconnect an audio cable to a sound card. Follow theinstructions in your sound card documentation

Removing a Drive from an External BayYou may need to remove a drive for service or replacement.CautionBefore you remove a hard disk drive, make sure y

4.Reach behind the drive and gently push it out through thefront of the bay; then pull it out of the slot.5.Once you have removed the drive, you may w

Chapter- 6Installing and Removing Drives in theTower ComputerThis chapter describes how to install and remove optionaldrives in your tower computer. Y

0Install a drive in the rear internal drive bracket0Remove a drive from the rear internal drive bracket.Some of the steps in this chapter may not appl

Setting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1Before you install any IDE devices, you need to check orchange the settings of the device’s jumpers t

Before you install a drive, identify pin 1 on the drive connectorso you know where it is when you connect the drive cable. Ona hard disk drive, turn i

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Installing a Drive in the Front Internal Drive BayYou can install a half-height, 3.5-inch drive in the front internaldrive bay.Installing the Internal

Connecting the Cables to the Front Internal DriveFollow these steps to connect the IDE device and power cablesto the front internal drive:1. Locate on

4.Position the IDE device cable so the side with the red wirealigns with pin 1 on the drive. Make sure the holes in theconnector fit over all the pins

Removing a Drive From the Front Internal Drive BayYou may need to remove a hard disk drive for service or forreplacement.CautionBefore you remove a ha

Remove the four screws securing the drive to the drive bay.There are two screws on each side of the drive.Slide the drive out the back of the bayIf yo

Installing a Drive in an External BayFollow these steps to install an internal or externally accessibledrive in an externally accessible drive bay:1.U

4.Slide the drive into the front of the bay and secure it to thebay using the four screws that came with the drive.5.Connect the appropriate cable to

6.Now locate one of the power supply cables that lead fromthe power supply. (They have multi-colored wires and aplastic connector on the end.) Align t

8.Position the audio cable connector so that the tab faces upand aligns with the notch in the CD-ROM drive’s audioconnector. Then push in the connecto

10. If you have finished installing or removing drives, replacethe computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover” inChapter 4 for instructions. Then see

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2.Remove the four screws (two on each side) securing thedrive to the drive bay. Then slide the drive out through thefront of the bay.3.If you are not

4.If you removed the only IDE device connected to theinterface the device used, you may want to disconnect thedevice cable from the interface on the s

3.Place the rear internal drive bracket on your work surface asshown in the illustration below.4.Position the drive so that its drive and power connec

6.To connect the drive cables to the drives in the rear internalbracket, first locate pin 1 on each drive’s connector. Thenumber 1 or 2 may be printed

NoteYour system has five power supply cables; three withlarge connectors and two with small connectors. If youneed more than five cables, you can purc

Follow these steps to remove a drive from the rear internalbracket:1.Remove the IDE device and power cables from the back ofeach drive in the rear int

3.If you removed the only IDE device connected to theinterface the device used, you may want to disconnect thedevice cable from its interface on the s

6.If there is a drive installed in the rear internal bracket, followsteps 6 through 8 under “Installing a Drive in the RearInternal Bracket” to reconn

TroubleshootingIf you have any problems with your computer, refer to thischapter. You can correct most problems by adjusting a cableconnection, repeat

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ContentsIntroductionComputer Features...Power-saving Features...ISA and PCI Expansion Buses...

System BIOS version:Restart your system. You’ll see thesystem BIOS version numberdisplayed on the screen duringpower-on diagnostics.Systemconfiguratio

CautionIf you turn off the computer, always wait at least 20 secondsbefore turning it back on to prevent damage to its circuitry.If your computer is s

If you replace the processor, make sure the new processor isinstalled correctly, and that the processor is aligned correctlyon the system board. If yo

Your system suddenly stops operating.You may have overloaded the power supply. See your optioncard manuals for the power requirements of your cards. T

Monitor ProblemsThere is no display on the screen.Check that the monitor’s power switch is on and that its powerlight is on.Also, the computer may be

The power switch is on but the power light is not on.If the monitor is Energy Star compliant, it may be in apower-saving mode. Press a mouse button or

Diskette ProblemsYou see a diskette error message.Reinsert the diskette, making sure you insert it all the way. Ifthe drive has a latch, turn it down

Something is wrong with the data in the files.Run ScanDisk to repair the files. You may also be able to usespecial utilities or diagnostics to solve t

If this is your only hard disk drive, make sure it is connected tothe primary IDE interface on the system board. If you have aCD-ROM drive, make sure

You are unable to store data on the hard disk drive.Make sure your hard disk drive has space available for storingdata. If the hard disk drive has bee

Chapter 2Running SETUP and Ins falling DriversRunning SETUP ...2-2Starting the SETUP Program...2-2Using the System Setup Option..

If your drive came with documentation, check there for otherpossible solutions to the problem you are having.Password ProblemsYou have forgotten your

The application program does not start.Check that you are following the correct procedure for startingthe program and that it is installed correctly.

Printer or Scanner ProblemsThe printer or scanner does not work at all.Check that the printer or scanner has power and is properlyconnected to the com

Option Card ProblemsA newly installed option card is not working correctly.Make sure the option card is installed correctly and iswell-seated in its s

Memory Module ProblemsThe memory count displayed by power-on diagnostics orthe SETUP program is incorrect.You may have installed the SIMMs incorrectly

Controller ProblemsYou see a controller error for the drive controllers or the I/Oport controllers when you start your system.If the error message ref

AppendixSpecificationsThis appendix describes the following specifications:0 Computer specifications0 System memory map0 Video resolutions and colors0

Computer SpecificationsCPU and Memory64-bit CPUGreen PCenergy saverMemoryROMvideo RAMShadow RAM586-class processorEnergy Star compliant, low-power, do

Cache Internal cache in the 586-class processor;256KB, 512KB, or 1MB of external cacheinstalled on 32K x 8, 64K x 8, or 128K x 8,3.3 volt, 15ns cache

DisketteController on main system board supportsup to two diskette drives, or onediskette/ combo diskette and one tapedriveHard disk andTwo PCI, ATA-2

Chapter 4 Installing and Removing OptionsRemoving the Cover ...4-2Replacing the Cover ...4-5Locating the In

KeyboardPSI 2 compatible keyboard interface builtinto main system board; 6-pin, mini DINconnectorMousePSI 2 compatible mouse interface built intomain

Diskette drive3.5-inch diskette drive, 720KB or 1.44MBtypesstorage capacity; 5.25-inch diskette drive,360KB or 1.2MB storage capacity; or acombination

Power SupplyTypeInput ranges200 Watt, UL/ TUV/ CSA listed, fan-cooled90-130 VAC or 180-270 VAC; switch-selectableMaximumoutputFrequencyCables+5 VDC at

Environmental RequirementsConditionTemperatureHumidity(non-condensing)AltitudeOperating range41° to 90° F(5° to 32°C)-330 to 9,900 ft(-100 to 3,000 m)

Video Resolutions and ColorsResolution1 640 x 4801 800 x 60011024x76811280x 1024Ic+tI1600 x 1200Memoryrequirements1MB1MB2MB1MB1MB2MB1MB2MB1MB2MB2MBCol

Hard Disk Drive InformationThe IDE hard disk drives listed in the tables below are qualifiedfor use in your computer.IDE hard disk drive parametersPre

IDE hard disk drive jumper settingsSingle driveMaster drive Slave driveModel numberConner CFS 1275AConner CFS850AConner CFS540AConner CFS425AConner CF

HardwareInterruptsIRQ no. Function1 IRQ0Internal timer, PIT A counter 0 output1 lRQ1I Keyboard1 IRQ2I Cascade for IRQ91 IRQ3I Serial port 21 IRQ41 Ser

System I/O address map (continued)Hex address Assigned device0F8 - OFFMath coprocessor1F0-1F8Primary hard disk interface1E0-1E7Secondary hard disk int

System I/O address map (continued)Hex address Assigned deviceA2E1AvailableC2E1AvailableE2E1AvailableConnector Pin AssignmentsParallel port connector p

Chapter 6 Installing and Removing Drives in the Tower ComputerSetting the IDE Device Jumpers and Locating Pin 1...6-3Installing a Drive in the Fro

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Glossary586- class processorA sophisticated CPU including the Intel Pentium™ processorthat incorporates the latest in processor technology, including

CMOSComplimentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. A low-powersilicon chip used for RAM and switching operations. CMOS isbacked up by a battery.ControllerA

DMA channelDirect Memory Access channel. A channel for transferring datafrom your computer to its peripherals without involving CPUresources.DRAMDynam

IDEIntegrated Drive Electronics. A type of interface in which thecontroller is on the drive instead of on a controller card.InterfaceA physical or sof

LBA modeLogical Block Address mode. A method of accessinglarge-capacity hard disk drives.Math coprocessorA device that enables the computer to process

PCMCIA cardPersonal Computer Memory Card International Associationcard. A credit-card-sized device used for data storage, memoryexpansion, or other pu

ResetTo restart a computer without turning it off. You can reset yourcomputer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del or by pressing the RESETbutton. Resetting erase

SVGASuper VGA (Video Graphics Array). In addition to supportingstandard VGA modes, your computer’s built-in SVGAcontroller supports resolutions up to

IndexAAC inlet, 1-4, 1-6, 1-8, 7-4AC outlet, 1-4, 1-6, 1-8Advanced System Setup options,2-8, 7-17Integrated Peripherals, 2-8Memory Cache, 2-10Memory S

Appendix SpecificationsComputer Specifications...A-2CPU and Memory...A-2Controllers...A-3Interfaces...

Clock, real-time, A-3CMOS RAM, 2-20, A-3Combo diskette, A-4Command, stopping, 3-9COMn port, see Serial portsComponent damage, 4-5, 4-11,4-25, 4-29, 5-

Diskette(s)defective, 7-9drivers, 2-22errors, 7-9formatting, 7-9inserting, 3-8problems, 7-9release button, 3-8 -9removing, 1-11, 3-8 -9shutter, 3-8typ

GHard disk drive (continued)Game port, optional, 4-8Green PC, Intro-2, 2-17, 2-19, 3-6 -7,7-7 -8, 7-14, A-2Green PC optionsAPM SMI Function Support, 2

Internal components, 4-6, 4-8damage, 4-5, 4-11, 4-25, 4-29, 5-9,5-18locating, 4-6 -8Interrupts, hardware, Intro-3 -4,A-12ISAexpansion bus, Intro-3opti

Mouseconnecting, 1-3 -5driver, 7-6port, 1-3 -4, 4-8port specifications, A-5PSI 2 compatible, 1-4, A-5 -6specifications, A-6using, 3-4Multi-mode parall

Port (continued)serial, 1-3, 1-7 -8, 4-8specifications, A-4 -5VGA, 1-3 -5, 4-8Post-installation procedures, 4-30Posture, 3-5Powerbutton, 1-9 -10inlet,

SETUP programadvanced options, 2-8, 2-10 -12anti-virus options, 2-13 -15autotype fixed disk, 2-6boot options, 2-12 -13cache memory, 2-10date, 2-4deep

System Setup options, 2-3-5date, 2-4diskette drives, 2-4extended memory, 2-4keyboard, 2-5system memory, 2-4time, 2-4video, 2-4SYSTEM.INI file, 2-22TTa

Chapter- 1Setting Up Your SystemThis chapter describes how to set up your computer, if youhave not already done so.NoteIf you are reading this manual

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Read the “Important Safety Instructions” at the beginning ofthis manual for more information about choosing a suitableenvironment for your system.Also

To change the voltage selector switch setting, slide the switchto the left to select 110 VAC or to the right to select 220 VAC.Connecting System Compo

TowercomputerVGAmonitorprinter (paralleldevice)serial 2Serial1mousekeyboardpower inletvoltage selectorswitch‘AC outletConnecting a Keyboard or MouseRe

CautionAlthough the connectors and ports for the mouse andkeyboard are physically identical, they cannot be usedinterchangeably. Be sure to plug the c

4.If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them.cautionBefore you plug the monitor’s power cord into the backof your computer, make sure the mon

Connecting a Parallel or Serial DeviceRefer to the illustration under “Connecting SystemComponents” as you connect your parallel or serial device.Your

You may also need to change the setting of the LPT Portoption in SETUP if you need a different address and /orinterrupt assignment for the port.NodeIf

NoteThe position of the power inlet and AC outlet on yourcomputer may be reversed.2.Plug the other end of the cord into an electrical outlet.WARNINGTo

hard diskaccess lightdrive baysRESETSPEED lightPOWER light (HDD)IbuttonSlimlinecomputerTowercomputerIPOWERdiskette drivebuttonPOWER lightSPEED lightha

The power indicator lights up; then the computer performsits power-on diagnostics, which are a series of checks tomake sure everything is working corr

Important Safety InstructionsRead all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Followall warnings and instructions marked on the compu

Chapter 2Running SETUP and Installing DriversYour computer has a configuration program, called SETUP,contained within the BIOS ROM (basic input/ outpu

Running SETUPYou may want to run the SETUP program the first time you useyour computer to customize the settings. You also may need torun SETUP again

The table below lists some of the keys you can use to performSETUP operations.SETUP function keysLLcccPressToI‘lt fMove the cursor to the next or prev

The System Setup options are described in the table below.System Setup optionsOptionSettingsSystem Time hh:mm:ssSystem Datemmm dd, yyyyDescriptionSets

System Setup options (continued)TOptionKeyboardSettingsInstalled *Not InstalledTDescriptionEnables or disables testingof the keyboard duringpower-on d

From this screen, you can configure each of the installed drivesusing these options:IDE Adapter 0 MasterIDE Adapter 0 SlaveIDE Adapter 1 MasterIDE Ada

The Transfer mode option selects the method fortransferring data between the hard disk and system memory. Ifthis option is not automatically set, you

Using the Advanced System Setup OptionsWhen you select the Advanced System Setup option, yousee the Advanced System Setup screen, from which you canco

LtccL* Default settingThe Integrated Peripherals optionsaredescribedinthe table below.Integrated peripherals optionsOptionCOM 1COM 2LPT portSettingsDe

Configuring cache memoryEnabling external cache memory improves systemperformance, especially in large data retrieval and processingenvironments. It’s

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Configuring shadow memoryYou can enable video BIOS shadowing or configure specificoption ROM shadow blocks by selecting the MemoryShadow option.NoteSh

Configuring PCI devicesSelect PCI Devices from the Advanced System Setupscreen to configure the devices connected to the PCI optionslots in your compu

The table below describes the available optionsBoot sequence option settingsOption+A: then C: *C: then A:+C: only* Default settingDescriptionLoads ope

Selecting password typesYou can define both User and Supervisor password levels forthis system. If this system will be used by more than oneperson, yo

3.Type the same password a second time and press Enter. Yousee a message that your change has been saved.4. Press the spacebar. The Supervisor Passwor

If you select Supervisor for this option (the default setting),you can access the diskette drives only if you enter theSupervisor password when you st

Setting the Green PC FeaturesSelect Green PC Features from the Main Menu to viewthe Green PC Features screen. The options on this screen allowyou to c

Green PC options (continued)OptionHard Disk StandbyTimer (1)SettingsDescriptionDisabledSets the time period of hard disk1 to 15 minutesdrive inactivit

Green PC options (continued)OptionSettingsISA or PCI Master Enabled *ActivityDisabledDescriptionEnables or disables checking ofactivity from the devic

To leave SETUP, press ESC from any SETUP screen. From theSETUP Main Menu, you can perform the following functions inthe table below.Exiting SETUP opti

In order to install the drivers, you need to create installdiskettes using the utility program on your computer. See theUser's Digest for instru

Running the Installation ProgramFollow these steps to install the PCI IDE drivers:1.Insert the PCI IDE Drivers diskette in drive A.2.Access the DOS pr

Using the diskette creation utility on your system, you cancreate an install diskette containing drivers for these programs:0AutoDesk® AutoCAD® versio

Chapter- 3Using Your ComputerThis chapter describes the following operations:0 Working comfortably0 Using energy wisely0Using your Green PC features0

0 Using a keyboard and mouse0Maintaining good posture and work habits.Using the Right Furnitureelecting a good desk and using the right typef chair ca

Positioning Your Monitorace the monitor so it is directly in front of youith the top of the screen slightly below eye levelwhen you are sitting at the

For working at the computer, indirect or shielded lighting isbest, and it should light your entire office equally. Make surethe lighting is not too br

TMaintaining Good Posture and Work, Habits1Here are suggestions to help you stay fit whileusing your computer. If you form good workhabits, you should

Using Energy WiselyEPA POLLUTION PREVENTERBy purchasing this low-power, Energy Starcompliant computer, you join a growing numberof users concerned abo

Power-saving modesModeDoze(disabled bydefault)Standby(disabled bydefault)SuspendPower-saving operationsLSlows down the processorcLowers the processor

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Inserting and Removing DiskettesTo insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette withthe label facing up and the shutter leading into the

When you want to remove the diskette, make sure the drivelight is off; then press the release button. Remove the disketteand store it properly.Caution

Resetting the ComputerOccasionally, you may want to clear the computer’s memorywithout turning it off. You can do this by resetting thecomputer.For ex

Using a PasswordUsing SETUP, you can define both a Supervisor level passwordand a User level password. You can also specify whether apassword is requi

You must either turn off the computer or press the RESETbutton to start over. In this situation, you cannot reset thecomputer by pressing Ctrl Alt Del

Chapter- 4Installing and Removing OptionsYou can enhance the performance of your computer by addingoptional equipment such as option cards, and system

CautionNever install options or change jumper settings when thecomputer is turned on or the power cable is connected to thecomputer.Removing the Cover

5.Remove the screws securing the cover to the back panel, asshown below. (Save the screws to reinstall later.) Theslimline computer has three cover sc

6.SlimlineGrasp the sides of the cover and lift it off as shown below.On the slim line computer, lift the cover up at an angle andthen pull it off. Fo

7.Set the cover aside8.Ground yourself to the computer by touching the metalsurface of the back panel.WARNINGBe sure to ground yourself by touching th

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6.Reconnect the computer to the monitor, printer, keyboard,mouse, and any other peripheral devices you have. Thenreconnect the power cable to the back

TowercomputerSIMM sockets\processor//drive baysoption card/connectorboardrear internal1 drive mountingbracketpower supplyInstalling and Removing Optio

Locating the System Board ComponentsThis illustration shows the system-board inside your computer.Use this illustration to locate jumpers, SIMM socket

Changing the Jumper SettingsThe jumpers on the system board are preset to factory defaultpositions, indicated by an asterisk (*) in the tables below.

Miscellaneous jumper settingsLLctJumpernumberJP2JP6JP12Jumpersetting1-2 *2-3OnOff *1-2 *2-3FunctionEnable VGA controllerDisable VGA controllerClears t

3.A jumper’s setting is determined by where the jumper isplaced on the pins. Use the table below to identify the pinsettings for 2-, 3-, and 4-pin jum

Installing Memory Modules (SlMMs)The computer comes with 8MB of RAM standard on two 4MBSIMMs. You can increase the memory up to 128MB using 1MB,2MB, 4

Your SIMM sockets may not look exactly like the ones in theillustrations. If you’re not sure how to install SIMMs, contactyour Authorized EPSON Servic

4.Push the SIMM into the socket until it is seated firmly in theslot. Then tilt it upright, as shown below, guiding the holeat each end of the SIMM ov

Removing SlMMsIf you need to remove SIMMs from your computer (to installdifferent ones, for example), follow the steps below:1.Use the illustration un

High-speed, PCI VGA controller with an integrated 24-bitRAMDAC and 64-bit DRAM interfaceTwo PCI, ATA-2 compatible, enhanced IDE interfacessupporting u

6.Replace any option cards you removed; see “Installing anOption Card” for instructions.7.Replace the computer’s cover as described under “Replacingth

As you install option cards, keep these guidelines in mind:If you have an S-bit ISA card, you can install it in a 16-bitISA slot, as long as it fits.I

Follow these steps to install an option card on the three-slotside:1.Remove the retaining screw securing the option slot coverto the computer. (Keep t

5.Replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover.”Then see “Post-installation Procedures” for instructions onconfiguring your computer with yo

4.Replace the slot cover bracket by inserting it into the smallmetal holder below the option slots; then replace itsretaining screw.5.Replace the comp

3.Hold the card along the top corners and guide it into the slot.(If you are installing a full-length card insert the front edgeof the card into the c

Removing an Option CardYou may need to remove an option card to access componentson the main system board or if you no longer need it. Refer tothe ill

Follow these steps to install video memory:1.Locate the video memory sockets on the left side of the mainsystem board, as shown in the illustration un

5.Repeat steps 3 and 4 to install the other chip.6.Replace any option cards you removed; see “Installing anOption Card” for instructions.7.Replace the

You must install chips in one of the configurations in the tablebelow (each bank contains four cache memory sockets).Cache memory configurationsBANK 0

ISA and PCI Expansion BusesYour computer includes two expansion buses for two types ofoption cards: ISA and PCI. The ISA bus transfers data at8.33 MHz

4.Remove the cache memory chips in sockets U33-U36 andU40-U43. Use a chip remover or wedge a small screwdriverbetween the sockets and the chips until

10. Change jumpers JP10 and JP11 to match to the amount ofcache you installed; see “Changing the Jumper Settings.”11. Replace any option cards you rem

CautionMake sure you ground yourself by touching the metalsurface on the inside of the computer’s back panel beforeyou touch the processor. Then remai

6.Position the processor over the socket, aligning the comer ofthe chip that is missing a pin with the comer of the socketthat is missing a hole, as s

11. Replace the computer’s cover; see “Replacing the Cover.”Then run SETUP and change the PCI clockfrequency option if necessary. See “Configuring the

Chapter- 5Installing and Removing Drives in theSlimline ComputerThis chapter describes how to install and remove optionaldrives in your slimline compu

Some of the steps in this chapter may not apply for the driveyou are installing. See the documentation that came with yourdrive for more information.Y

NoteUse the primary IDE interface to connected only IDE hard diskdrives. You must connect any other type of IDE devices tothe secondary IDE interface.

Removing the Drive Mounting BracketYour computer has a 3.5-inch diskette drive and a hard diskdrive installed in a mounting bracket. In order to insta

3.Remove the screws securing the bracket to the drive bay andbrace. (Save the screws for later use.)brace4.Slide the bracket away from the front of th