3100 (250-1632) Setting Up The Computer Faxback Doc. # 5092
Package Contents
Your system includes the following components:
-Stem unit
-Mouse
-Keyboard
-Sound Blaster documentation
-Utilities diskette
-Sound Blaster audio utilities, video drivers, Windows, and MS-DOS
installed on the hard drive.
Getting Started
This section explains how to set up and begin using your computer. To set
up, you'll need to connect the keyboard and a monitor. You can also
connect other external hardware, or peripherals, such as a printer. Refer
to the documentation for your operation system, application software, and
peripheral devices as needed.
Setting Up Your System
Caution: Place the computer near a properly grounded, easily accessible
AC outlet. To ensure that the unit is adequately ventilated,
position the keyboard and any peripherals at least 2 inches from
the vents. Do not block the sides, front, or back of the
computer.
Follow these steps to set up your computer:
1. The voltage selector switch on the back panel enables you to set the
computer for connection to a 110-120V AC or 220 - 240V AC outlet. If
necessary, use a pen or similar object to change the setting of the
voltage selector switch to match the voltage of the outlet you are
using.
Caution: Check that the computer is turned off before you connect or
disconnect cables.
2. Read the following information before connecting the power cord to
the computer:
-Do not use an outlet that powers heavy machinery such as copiers and
office machines. If you must use an extension cord, use a grounded,
multiple-outlet power strip, The combined length of the maximum length
specified below.
-For a 115V power source: Use a UL/CSA-listed cord set consisting of a
minimum 18 AWG, type SVT or three-conductor
cord a maximum of 15 feet in length and a
parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug
rated 10A, 125V. The power cord included with
the computer meets these requirements.
-For a 230V power source inside North America: Use a UL/CSA-listed cord
set consisting of a minimum 18 AGW, type SVT or SJT three-conductor cord
a maximum of 15 feet in length and a tandem blade, grounding-type
attachment plug rated 10A, 250V.
-For a 230V power source outside North America: Use a cord set consisting
of a minimum 0.75 mm cord and grounding-type attachment plug rated 10A,
250V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the
country in which the equipment will be installed and should be marked
HAR.
3. Connect the power cord, keyboard, and monitor.
Note: You can connect any monochrome or color, fixed-or multiple-
frequency, interlaced or non-interlaced VGA analog monitor.
However, some video modes require specific monitor frequencies,
For details, refer to the "SVGA video" section.
4. See "Connecting a Printer or Other Parallel Device" and "Connecting
a Modem or Other Serial Device" as needed.
Connecting an IEC Power Cord
The computer's IEC power connector is located on the back panel of the
computer, near the power connector. Plug the power cord of your monitor
(or other device) into the IEC power connector if you want to turn the
device on and off when you press the computer's power button.
If the device power cord does not fit, purchase an IEC power adapter from
your computer dealer.
Connecting a Printer or Other Parallel Device
You can connect a printer or other parallel connector on the back of the
computer.
The setup utility lets you specify whether the parallel port allows
unidirectional transfer (send data only) or bidirectional transfer (send
and receive data). Refer to the "Utilities" section for information.
Note: Refer to an operating system manual to determine whether the
operating system supports bidirectional operation.
Connecting a Modem or Other Serial Device
You can connect a serial device to each serial port on the back of the
computer. After you connect serial devices, refer to the device
documentation to determine whether you need to change the port
configuration. Before changing the serial port configuration, refer
to "Changing Jumper Settings" in the "Installing Optional Hardware"
section and the "Utilities" section for more information.
Caution: If more than one device is configured to use the same interrupt,
a device conflict can occur, resulting in operation problems.
Refer to your option documentation to determine which interrupts
your device can use.
Installing Option Hardware
This section begins with reference information you may need to install
various hardware options. "Opening the Computer" gives instructions for
removing the computer cover and various internal computer components.
"Main Logic Board Layout" shows the locations of the connectors and
sockets on the main logic board. "Changing Jumper Settings" shows the
locations of main logic board jumper blocks and lists the jumper settings.
The reference information is followed by instructions for installing the
following hardware options:
-Upgrade processor
-System memory
-Video memory
-Drives
-Expansion adapters
The section ends with instructions for replacing the CMOS RAM battery and
closing the computer. Your computer dealer can install optional hardware
that you choose not to install yourself.
Opening the Computer
To install internal hardware options, you must open and close the
computer. In some cases, you must also remove and reinstall internal
components.
Remove only the outer computer cover and expansion adapter cover to
perform any of the following tasks:
-Change the setting of the Upgrade Processor Support or On-Board Video
jumpers.
-Install an expansion adapter.
-Install system memory
-Install video memory
-Install an upgrade processor
Read the following instructions before opening the computer.
Caution: Static electricity can damage the electronic components in a
computer. Before opening the computer, discharge any
accumulated static electricity from your body by touching a
grounded metal object.
1. Turn off the computer, monitor, and any other connected devices.
Disconnect all cables from the computer.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two cover-mounting screws
near the back of the system unit.
3. Pull the cover toward the front of the computer, and lift it away from
the system unit.
4. Press down lightly on the expansion adapter cover. Slide it away from
the tab, toward the front of the computer.
5. Rotate the expansion adapter cover away from the computer. Remove the
cover from the side slots at the bottom of the computer.
6. Lift the drive bay cover, and remove it from the side slots at the top
of the computer.
Removing the Drive Tray
The drive tray has an open bay for a 5 1/4 - inch device or a 3 1/2-inch
device. The drive tray also holds the factory-installed diskette drive and
hard drive. Remove the drive tray to perform the following tasks:
-Replace the CMOS RAM battery
-Install a drive
-Change the setting of the Clock Speed jumper, the Power Indicator/Hard
Drive Activity Indicator jumper, the Serial Port Interrupt jumper, or the
Parallel Port Interrupt jumper.
To remove the drive tray:
1. Place both hands under the drive tray. Firmly grasp the tray and lift
it.
Caution: If you have drives installed, handle the tray carefully to
avoid damaging any electronic components.
2. Carefully turn over the tray.
When you are ready to close the computer, refer to "Closing the Computer."
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