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Product Support Bulletin
Subject: Proper Method for Running Benchmark and Diagnostics Programs
Date: 06/04/93
Page(s): 1 of 1
This bulletin describes the proper method for running any benchmark or diagnostics
programs. This applies to any computer system.
In most cases, the computer should be started using an MS-DOS boot diskette
that's 'clean' - in other words, one with no CONFIG.SYS or AUTOEXEC.BAT files.
The appropriate executable can then be run, either from diskette or hard drive.
There will be some exceptions to the above rule. In attempting to benchmark or
troubleshoot any add-on that requires a device driver (CD-ROM, local area network,
etc.), obviously the necessary device driver(s) must be loaded. Also, some
programs will require a minimum number of FILES or BUFFERS to be defined in
the CONFIG.SYS file. Such programs will usually display this requirement if they
are run without the necessary CONFIG.SYS file.
For the most consistent results, use the absolute minimal boot configuration that's
allowed by the hardware being tested.
EPSON
PSB No: S-0158
Originator: MWT

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  • Page 1 EPSON Product Support Bulletin Subject: Proper Method for Running Benchmark and Diagnostics Programs Date: 06/04/93 PSB No: S-0158 Originator: MWT Page(s): 1 of 1 This bulletin describes the proper method for running any benchmark or diagnostics programs. This applies to any computer system.
  • Page 2 INFORMATION EPSON EPSON AMERICA, INC. Product Support Bulletin Subject: Maximum Number of Printers Supported by Current Equity Computers PSB No: S-0128 Date: 02/06/91 Originator: KAS Page(s): 1 of 1 As computing environments increase in complexity, there has been an increasing number of instances that require the support of several printers by one computer.
  • Page 3 12MHz. Previously, Epson recommended the use of Micron Technology memory expansion boards. These boards have been removed from our recommended product list due to the fact that Micron no longer produces ISA memory boards.
  • Page 4 WD1003V- MM1 WD1003A- WAH Used in the Equity II + and III +, and currently available from Epson America, the WD1003A - WAH has been replaced in Western Digital’s product line by the WD1003V- MM1, The new controller is capable of providing a 2:1 interleave format.
  • Page 5 FDISK was performed without a problem and the disk was then partitioned into one 30Mb bootable MS - DOS partition. A high level format was performed on the disk using Seiko- Epson MS - DOS 3.36 and the system was transferred.
  • Page 6 Subject: Using High Capacity ESDI and SCSI Hard Disk Drives with the Current Equity Series Computers PSB No: S-0091A Date: 10/10/90 Originator: PNM Page(s): 1 of 2 The purpose of this bulletin is to provide some specific examples of how to install high capacity ESDI and SCSI hard disk drives in the current Equity Series computers.
  • Page 7 The use of high capacity SCSI drives is another area where we are able to provide a solution for those customers who require storage capacities greater than the Epson Supplied options. When using a SCSI type hard disk drive, the hard disk controller usually is a part of the hard drive unit.
  • Page 8 Product Support Bulletin Subject: Western Digital XT - GEN Hard Disk Controller Anomalies 8/10/89 Date: PSB No: S-0089 1 of 1 Page: Originator: Recent reports from the field have revealed certain anomalous behavior when the Western Digital XT- GEN hard disk controller is used in the Equity II +, Ill + or 386/20 computers.
  • Page 9 Product Support Bulletin Subject: Equity and Apex Series Compatibility with the Sysgen OmniBridge Controller and BridgeFiler External Floppy Drives PSB No: S-0088B Date: 04/11/90 Originator: KAS 60 Page: 1 of 3 The purpose of this bulletin is to provide the results of compatibility testing conducted by the Computer Product Support Center with the Sysgen OmniBridge controller and Bridge - Filer external floppy disk drives.
  • Page 10 (1.2M and 1.44M) or normal (360K and 720K) disk drives. APEX The Epson APEX was found compatible with the OmniBridge controller. It was able to support one or two external disk drives (daisychained) together. The external drives could be used as high density (1.2M and...
  • Page 11 PSB No: S-008B Page: 3 of 3 APEX 100 The Epson APEX 100 was found compatible with the It was able to support one or OmniBridge controller. two external disk drives (daisychained) together. The external drives could be used as high density (1.2M and 1.44M) or normal (360K and 720K) disk drives.
  • Page 12 Subject: Tape Backup System Test Results Date: 6/13/89 PSB No: S-0087 Page: 1 of 2 Originator: MWT w The Epson America Product Support Center has recently tested four tape backup systems: Archive VP - 150i Internal, 150MB Mountain Series 4000 FileSafe...
  • Page 13 PSB No: S-0087 Page: 2 of 2 Tallgrass TG - 4060 + The TG- 4060+ was tested on the Apex, Apex +, Equity I +, II +, Ill + and 386/20. It was tested under MS- DOS 3.2 and 3.3 with no problems encountered.
  • Page 14 Product Support Bulletin Subject: Apex / Apex Plus / Equity Series Keyboards PSB No: S-0080 Date: 4/19/89 Originator: REM AL Page: 1 of 1 The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information on the various keyboards used with the Apex, Apex Plus and Equity series computers and the part numbers of the keyboard subassemblies used with these keyboards.
  • Page 15 EPSON EPSON AMERICA, INC. SERVICE RODUCT UPPORT ULLETIN PSB NO.: S-0073 ORIGINATOR: PAGE: DATE: 03/17/89 SUBJECT: Micron Technology Expanded/Extended Memory Boards Equity III+ (12MHz) This bulletin provides information concerning expanded extended memory boards which are recommended for use in the III+.
  • Page 16 The ST-251 is a 5.25", half-height 40MB HDD. Unfortunately, the drive parameters (820 cylinders with 6 heads) are somewhat unusual and are not incorporated in the Epson ROM BIOS version 2.20, or earlier, drive type table. The closest drive type available is Type 3 (615 cylinders, 6 heads).
  • Page 17 The ST-4096 is a high capacity 5.25", full-height 80MB hard disk drive. The drive parameters (1024 cylinders, 9 heads) are not included in the Epson ROM BIOS version 2.20, or earlier, drive type table. Under MS-DOS, you can use the same procedure as for the ST-251 and obtain approximately 69MB of usable storage (the 9th head is ignored).
  • Page 18 Page: Originator: APA ap’ 1 of 8 This bulletin provides information on the jumper settings for the hard disk controllers used in Epson Equity computers. Please refer to the following pages for information regarding specific hard disk controllers: Model # Page # WD1002A - WX1 .
  • Page 19 HDD Controller WD1002A-WX1 (8-bit) Model number -------- -- Extra jumper FACTORY SETTINGS Position Description Jumper Not used. N / A Not used. N / A BIOS ROM is enabled (on controller). 1 to 2 Device address 320H. 2 to 3 BIOS ROM size (32K or 64K).
  • Page 20 HDD Controller WD1002S-WX2 (8-bit) ‘--Extra jumper FACTORY SETTINGS Model number--j Jumper Position Description 1 to 2 Required for this configuration. 1 to 2 Required for this configuration. 1 to 2 BIOS ROM is enabled (on controller). 2 to 3 Device address 320H. * hard-wired 1 to 2 BIOS ROM size (32K or 64K).

  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    HDD Controller WD1003-WAH (16-bit) Model number Connection of LED indicator cable : FACTORY SETTINGS Pin 1 of J6 Jumper Position Description Model 1 to 2 Status read is latched. Equity III Orange wire Primary address selected. Blue wire No jumper Equity II + * No jumper Required for this configuration.
  • Page 22 HDD Controller WD1002-WAH (16-bit) FACTORY SETTINGS Model number -~ j Jumper Position Description Primary base address. 1 to 2 HDD activity LED only lights when the controller accesses the drive. Center to NL Connection of LED indicator cable : Model Pin 1 of J4 Equity III Orange wire...
  • Page 23 HDD Controller WHDC (16-bit) FACTORY SETTINGS Connection of LED indicator cable : Jumper Position Description Model Pin 1 of CN6 * JP1 (J1) *2 to 3 (B to C) Primary address selected. Equity III Orange wire * JP2 (J2) * 1 to 2 (A to B) Status read is non-latched (select = drive busy).

  • Page 24: Factory Settings

    HDD Controller WD1006S-WAH (16-bit) Model number Connection of LED indicator cable : FACTORY SETTINGS Pin 1 of J1 Position Description Model Jumper LED lights for drive selection (non- latched). Red wire * 1 to 2 Equity 386/20 No reduced write current, 1 to 2 Enables cacheing.
  • Page 25 HDD Controller ACB-2320 (16-bit) FACTORY SETTINGS Connection of LED indicator cable : Jumper Position Description Model Pin 1 of J4 No jumpers Used for hardware port addressing. Equity 386/20 Red wire No jumpers Manufacturing test points (DO NOT JUMPER). No jumper Serial monitor output (DO NOT JUMPER).
  • Page 26 DISABLING DISK SUBJECT: THE FLOPPY CONTROLLER IN EPSON COMPUTERS This bulletin covers the ability or inability to disable the floppy disk controller in the Epson computers. FDC CAN COMPUTER D I S A B L E D Equity Equity Equity...
  • Page 28 EPSON EPSON AMERICA, INC. PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN SERVICE PSB NO.: DATE: 10/12/88 ORIGINATOR: MWT PAGE: of 13 S-0061 SUBJECT: NOVELL NETWARE CERTIFICATION COMPUTERS WITH EQUITY + SERIES The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information regarding compatibility between Epson...
  • Page 29 PAGE: 2 of 13 NUMBER: S-0061 Bridging: file server configured with different interface cards at the same time. Whenever two or more driver configurations it is an indication of bridge are listed together in this report, testing and that the drivers and cards are functioning at the same time.
  • Page 30 Version: 1.00 BIOS Memory: 640KB base, no extended/expanded Clock Speeds: 4.77/10 MHz Monitor: Color (CGA) Video Adapter: Color (CGA) DOS Version Tested: Epson MS-DOS 3.20 Mass Storage: - 360KB FDD, 1 - 20MB HDD Hard Disk Controller: Western Digital WD1002A-WX1...
  • Page 31 NUMBER: S-0061 PAGE: of 13 Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a NetWare driver configuration dial-in remote access: NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS STATUS y;os (86): Passed Passed Workstation Configurations Tested Novell Passed INIC: Novell (Non-interrupt): Passed INIC Novell (w/patched shell): Passed Davong: Passed...
  • Page 32 Memory: 640KB Base, no extended/expanded Clock Speeds: 8/10 MHz Monitor: Mono (non-Epson) Video Adapter: Mono (non-Epson) DOS Version Tested: Epson MS-DOS 3.20 Mass Storage: - 1.2MB FDD; 1 - 40MB HDD (Drive Type 17) Hard Disk Controller: Western Digital WD1003-WAH...
  • Page 33 PAGE: of 13 NUMBER: S-0061 Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a NetWare driver configuration dial-in remote access: STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed SMC/PD Arcnet: Passed ASYNC: Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare ND286 2.0a STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed SMC/PD Arcnet (ND286): Passed Gateway...
  • Page 34 PAGE: of 13 NUMBER: S-0061 Configurations tested with ELS NetWare 286 Level I 2.0a STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed Novell Ethernet (NE1000): Configurations tested with SFT NetWare 286 Level I 2.0a NetWare Utilities DISKSET: Preset PREPARE: Passed Passed INSTALL: NETWARE DRIVER STATUS CONFIGURATIONS Passed...
  • Page 35 PAGE: of 13 NUMBER: S-0061 Workstation Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a STATUS WORKSTATION DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed Novell INIC Passed Novell (Non-interrupt) only: INIC Passed Novell (w/patched shell): Passed Davong: Comments: The Novell NIC and shells will often not function INIC in machines running faster than 8 MHz;...
  • Page 36 / e x p a n d e d Clock Speeds: 6/8/10 MHz Monitor: Color (CGA) Video Adapter: Color (CGA) DOS Version Tested: Epson MS-DOS 3.20 Mass Storage: - 1.2MB FDD; - 40MB HDD (Drive Type 17)
  • Page 37 PAGE: 10 of 13 NUMBER: S-0061 Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed Etherlink Plus (3C505\1194): Passed SMC/PD Arcnet: Passed Novell RX-NET: Passed Etherlink (3C501): Passed Nestar: Passed StarLan: Passed OmniNet: Vista: Passed Passed Proteon: Passed Micom (NI5010): Passed...
  • Page 38 Version: 2.00 BIOS Memory: 640KB Base, no extended/expanded Clock Speeds: 6/8/12 MHz Monitor: Monochrome Video Adapter: Monochrome DOS Version Tested: Epson MS-DOS 3.20 Mass Storage: - 1.2MB FDD; - 40MB HDD (Drive Type 45) Hard Disk Controller: Western Digital WD1003-WAH...
  • Page 39 PAGE: 12 of 13 S-0061 NUMBER: Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a NetWare driver configuration dial-in remote access: STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed SMC/PD Arcnet: Passed ASYNC: Configurations tested with Advanced NetWare 2.0a STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed Etherlink Plus (3C505\2012): Configurations tested with ELS NetWare 286 Level I 2.0a STATUS...
  • Page 40 PAGE: 13 of 13 S-0061 NUMBER: Configurations tested with NetWare Level (cont.) II 2.1 STATUS NETWARE DRIVER CONFIGURATIONS Passed SMC/PD Arcnet: Passed Novell RX-NET: Passed StarLan: Passed OmniNet: Passed G a t e w a y : Passed IBM PC-NET: Passed IBM Token Ring Network (8 MHz only): Passed...

  • Page 41: Equity

    EPSON EPSON AMERICA, INC. SERVICE RODUCT UPPORT ULLETIN PAGE: DATE: 6/1/88 PSB NO.: S-0053 1 of 1 SUBJECT: EQUITY I+/II+/III+/LT DIAGNOSTIC "EXEC failed" MESSAGE The purpose of this bulletin is to clarify the correct usage DIAGNOSTIC DISK. Many customers dealers...
  • Page 42 Product Support Bulletin Subject: Using Expanded Memory with Equity and Apex Computers PSB No: S-0047C Date: 3/2/90 Originator: KAS ‘/“p& Page: 1 of 6 What is Expanded Memory? Conventional memory, managed by MS - DOS, is limited to 640K. In response to the need for greater amounts of accessible memory, the LIM EMS (Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded Memory Specification) was introduced in 1984.
  • Page 43 PSB No: S-0047C Page: 2 of 6 What about the 155Mb RAM listed as the maximum for the Equity III +? This larger amount of RAM is the maximum usable memory range for an 80286 microprocessor and generally refers to extended memory.

  • Page 44: Equity Ii

    PSB No: S-0047C Page: 3 of 6 What memory expansion boards are compatible with the Equity I and Equity II? The following boards have been tested by Epson in the Equity I and All Card w/MMU Multifunction All Computers, Inc. Quadram Corporation Liberty PC Everex Systems, Inc.
  • Page 45 What memory expansion boards are compatible with the Equity II + Q10. and Equity Ill + (10MHz models)? The following boards have been tested by Epson in the Equity II + and Equity Ill + (10MHz models): AST Research Advantage Premium...

  • Page 46: Equity

    No, the option slots on the LT require a special connector. The hard drive controller and the LT cartridge modem are the only option cards currently available from Epson America. Q16. What expanded memory boards are compatible with the Apex by...
  • Page 47 (i.e. DESQview). Q20. Which Epson computers have memory settings that allow backfilling memory? The Equity I, Equity I +, Equity II + and Equity Ill + allow backfill.
  • Page 48 The drive type 40MB HDDs depends amount cylinders and heads the drive has. The two drives that currently supplied by Epson are the Miniscribe 6053 (type 45), and the CDC 94205-51 (type 17). floppy disk drive controller disabled in the E&III+?
  • Page 49 When setting up pour system for use with an EGA monitor, you "Special must set the DISPLAY parameters SETUP to Options". Q10. What is the dot pitch of the Epson 4095 monitor? The dot pitch is .31mm. Q11. What hard drive controllers can be used in an EQ III+? following controllers...
  • Page 50 Q13. Does the numeric co-processor run at 12MHz like the CPU? No, the co-processor runs at 8MHz or 2/3 of the CPU speed. Q14. Will the EQ III+ support three floppy drives? No. The Epson FDD controller and ROM BIOS supports a maximum drives. second controller cannot floppy accessed.
  • Page 51 40 megabytes? Since MS-DOS 3.2 only supports 32MB, disk manager full the 40 program must used that. available. Epson includes Storage megabytes "SpeedStor" disk manager with the 40MB hard Dimensions' drives provide this capability. Q19. Are the ANTA and ANT-RM boards for the EQ III+(10MHz)
  • Page 52 Epson version of OS/2 will be required. Q26. I want to backup my hard disk but can't locate Archive program. How can I backup my system? Archive no longer supplied with EQ III+ MS-DOS. Epson replaced with more traditional BACKUP/RESTORE...
  • Page 53 There are two ways the solve this problem: Redirect printer output (MODE LPT1 :=COM1:). Epson developed patch program (SERFIX.ARC) available through CompuServ (Microsoft Epson Forum) or from Epson's Product Support RBRS. BIOS revision Version 2.20 has been released as a permanent solution. 6 of 6...
  • Page 54 Page 3 provides information on typical Epson supplied option boards, floppy disk drives and hard disk drives for the Equity series computers. Page 1 of 3...
  • Page 55 EQUITY SERIES COMPUTERS AVAILABLE POWER VERSUS SYSTEM BOARD SUBASSEMBLIES CURRENT DRAW REQUIREMENTS Output Voltage Keyboard 110mA I+ Avail. 7.5A 4.4A Equity II Avail. power I 300mA 1300mA 1 1.8A MCY board 110mA Keyboard Equity II+ Avail. power 1 300mA 1300mA 1 2.5A ANDRO Board (Including ADR-RM3)
  • Page 56 EQUITY OPTIONS POWER CONSUMPTION +12V -12V OUTPUT VOLTAGE Color Video Adapter 500mA Monochrome Video Adapt. 270mA MGA Multimode Video Bd. EGA Video Adapter Bd. Epson Mouse & Interface 50mA 8087/80287 Coprocessor 310/375mA WD1002-WAH HDC 0.5mA 1.5A WD1002-WX2 HDC 630mA WD1003-WAH HDC 0.5mA...
  • Page 57 EPSON EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN DATE: 3/3/88 NUMBER: S-0038 SUBJECT: EQUITY SERIES FLOPPY DISK DRIVE SPECIFICATIONS purpose this bulletin is to provide information on technical specifications Epson supplied floppy disk drives used in the Equity series computers.
  • Page 58 Page 2 of 2...
  • Page 59 EPSON EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN DATE: 1/12/88 NUMBER: S-0033 SUBJECT: EQUITY II+/III+ 40MB HARD DRIVE INFORMATION Epson America is now using Control Data (CDC) 40MB hard disk drive in the EQ II+ and EQ III+ (12MHz) computers.
  • Page 60 There are three methods of correcting this situation: If the printer supports hardware handshaking, redirect the printer output (MODE LPT1:=COM1:) and configure Word for LPT1. This works reliably with Epson printers or similar devices. patch program (SERFIX.COM). Epson developed insures...
  • Page 61 EPSON EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN DATE: 12/10/87 NUMBER: S-0030 SUBJECT: Equity III+ 10MHz/l2MHz System Differences purpose of this bulletin provide information hardware differences, jumper settings compatibility of spare parts between the 10MHz Equity III+ and the 12MHz Equity III+.
  • Page 62 1.1 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: Major parts ; excluding P.C.B units] Di ~1; Cables longer than 10MHz‘s one because the location to the option slot con- nectar is changed. Serial Modification Number of the Serial Serial Number Plate 03 Serial Number Plate B06...
  • Page 63 1.1 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: Major parts except P.C.B unit] allow to use a location to the Genius problem (5) To improve I!he execution speed of the keyboard controller...
  • Page 64 1.2.1 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANTA board unit]...
  • Page 65 1.2.1 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANTA board unit] cation of the DMA controller (X400825400) (X400825401)
  • Page 66 1 .2.1 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANTA board unit] (X401802861)
  • Page 67 Page 7 of 17...
  • Page 68 1.2.2 Differences between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANT-RM board unit]...
  • Page 69 Page 9 of 17...
  • Page 70 1.2.4 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANT-MT board unit] be installed in connector...
  • Page 71 1.2.5 Differences Between 10MHz version and 12MHz version {Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: SPFG board unit] error with the 720KB FDD at 12 MHz. Y12720110000...
  • Page 72 1.3.1 Differences between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANTA board Jumper settings] clock for NPX clock z clock for NPX clock Slide switch settings Slide switch 10MHz 12MHz (factory setting : MONO) (factory setting : MON0) Monitor select switch a3Lm MONO...
  • Page 73 1.3.2 Differences between 10MHz version and 12MHz version Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: ANT-RM/RMA board Jumper setting] Select ROM sockets (24A & 24B) ;--- - - - ;;IIII- < Inhibited < - - - Inhibited - - - BB--em- Select ROM sockets (23A &...
  • Page 74 1.3.3 Differences between 10MHz version and 12MHz version [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: SPFG board Jumper settings] - Primary parallel I/F : (---- -BA--B - Secondary parallel JlO; A -AB--A - Parallel I/F on video - Disable parallel I/F <...
  • Page 75 1.3.4 Difference between 10MHz version and 12MHz version...
  • Page 76 Compatibility List [Classification: ‘Major unit] [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] 12MHz 10MHz Power ATRPZ supply ANPS --s-s w - w - - - K.B. unit 360KB M D 5 2 0 1 - 5 7 - 5 8 unit 1.2MB FD1155C FD1157C MD5501-61...
  • Page 77 2.2 Compatibility List [Model: EQUITY III+ 12MHz version] [Classification: P.C.B unit] 10MHz 12MHz ANTABOARD Y12620100000 (See *d) Y12620100001 (See *d) Y12620100002 (See *d) Y12620100003 Y 1 2 6 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 Y126205OOOOO Y12620600000 ANT-RM BOARD Y12620300000 Y12620700000 (See *a)
  • Page 78 Equity special setup required Equity III+ special setup required The Epson 3.5" floppy disk drive is not compatible with the III. Equity Equity * Manzana Microsystems Inc. offers a 3.5", 720KB floppy disk drive which compatible with Equity computer when used with their 3FIVE device driver.
  • Page 79 EPSON EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN NUMBER: S-0026 DATE: 11/19/87 SUBJECT: Equity + Series Compatibility Certification The following products have been certified for compatibility with the Equity + series computers: Hard Disk Controllers Manufacturer Model# For use in...
  • Page 80 MS-DOS diskette but is still documented in the MS-DOS manual. The primary reason for removing ARCHIVE was that it could not be used with the SpeedStor disk partitioning software included with the Miniscribe 40 MB drive or equivalent. Epson recommends using BACKUP/RESTORE utilities...
  • Page 81 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT BULLETIN SUPPORT PRODUCT NUMBER: S-0021 DATE: 10/22/87 SUBJECT: Equity III+ (12MHz) Introduction Epson America shipping Equity III+ -(12MHz) Personal floppy disk drive model Q201A-AC-S1 does Computer. single not include the...
  • Page 82 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. DEPARTMENT SERVICE BULLETIN SUPPORT PRODUCT DATE: 12/2/87 NUMBER: S-0019B SUBJECT: EQUITY SERIES/APEX MATH CO-PROCESSOR SELECTION GUIDE The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in selecting the appropriate numeric co-processor Epson,Equity series...
  • Page 83 DATE: 09/16/87 SUBJECT: Equity Series Compatibility Certifications Three more third-party vendors have published compatibility certifications for Epson Equity series PCs. Santa Cruz Operations, Fox Research Inc. and hardware Manzana Microsystems Inc. now have certified their software and/or products as specified below.
  • Page 84 Fox Research. Inc. continued COMMENTS PRODUCT NAME PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 10-Net RS-232 Gateway Communications bridge Tested on: It, III+ between LANs Equity 10-Net RS-232 PC Remote Remote communications Tested I+, III+ to LAN Equity 10-Test Diagnostic Module LAN Diagnostics Tested on: I+, III+ Equity 10-Net Repeater...
  • Page 85 Inc. Manzana Microsystems. Manzana provides a variety of 3.5” floppy disk drive systems. PRODUCT NAME PRODUCT DESCRIPTION COMMENTS Self-Powered 720 KB External Tested on: II, III (Requires MUX Card) Equity Host-Powered 720 KB External Tested II, III (Requires MUX Card) Equity Internal 720 KB Internal...
  • Page 86 PSB Number S-0001). Equity Epson Q520A-AA (360 KB)l --- -- Equity Epson Q213A-AA (360 KB) --- --- Epson A112A-AA (720 KB, 3.5") Equity Epson Q213A-AA (360 KB) --- --- Epson Q911A-AA (1.2 Equity Epson Q213A-AA (360 KB) --- ---- Epson Q212A-AA (1.2 MB)
  • Page 87 DATE: 08/25/87 SUBJECT: Equity Series Compatibility Certifications Recently, four leading vendors of communications products have issued certifications of compatibility for the Epson Equity series of PCS. The products range from local-area networking to multi-user applications to micro-to- mainframe connectivity. Arnet Corporation Arnet Corporation produces multi-user expansion boards that allow terminals to be connected to PCs using multi-user operating systems.
  • Page 88 Recognized as a top alternative to IBM connectivity products, IDEAssociates provides full selection of 3270/78 and 5250/51 hardware and software solutions for micro-to-mainframe applications. Please see the following list for a complete breakdown of their Epson-compatible products. Epson-compatible Products - IDEAssociates Page 2 of 3...
  • Page 89 3Com Etherlink/Etherlink+ Corporation has 3Com certified the entire Equity series for use with the Etherlink Etherlink+ networks, as follows: Equity I not tested as a server. Workstation compatible. Equity II has limited server capability; intended primarily as a workstation. uploading a copy of 3Com’s Application Note for the Equity II to the and/or download it.
  • Page 90 Equity III+. Note: The old ROMs must be returned to Epson America, Inc. within 30 days or an invoice will be sent for the full list price of the upgrade ROMs. Page 1 of 1...
  • Page 91 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT BULLETIN SUPPORT PRODUCT DATE: NUMBER: 6/8/87 S-0011 SUBJECT: MS-DOS 3.2 SELECT COMMAND - MANUAL ERROR A documentation error has been identified in the MS-DOS version 3.2 manual which is supplied with the Equity It and III+, there is...
  • Page 92 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT BULLETIN SUPPORT PRODUCT DATE: NUMBER: 4/7/87 S-0010 SUBJECT: EQUITY EQUITY III+ WORLDWIDE POWER SELECTION purpose of this bulletin is to caution you on the use of the 115/230 power selection...
  • Page 93 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT BULLETIN SUPPORT PRODUCT NUMBER: S-0009 DATE: 4 / 7 / 8 7 SUBJECT: EQUITY III+ CONFIGURATION WITH THIRD PARTY OPTIONS can't possibly test all of the various While here Epson...
  • Page 94 PSB # S-00009 Floppy Disk Drives Again, the AT-compatible floppy drives that have been tested have (In fact, we've connected full-height worked with problems. IBM labeled Control Data drive from an IBM PC and had it work!) As with the fixed disk, the 34 pin cabling from the SPFG card is a The end connector attaches to drive A;...
  • Page 95 E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT SUPPORT PRODUCT NUMBER: S-0008 DATE: 4/3/87 SUBJECT: EQUITY III+ SPEED SELECTION ENHANCEMENT ENHANCEMENT DESCRIPTION: The Equity III+ computer has been enhanced to allow the selection of CPU speeds while the computer is in operation.
  • Page 96 SUBJECT: EQUITY III+ / MINISCRIBE HDD INITIALIZATION WITH SPEEDSTOR In order to utilize the full capacity of the Miniscribe 6053 that is offered with the Equity III+, Epson is including a copy of SpeedStor version 4.02. A product of Storage Dimensions, Inc.,...
  • Page 97 3 - PARTED gives you three choices of partition types to create: Bootable DOS, Compatible DOS and Extension DOS. Typically, the first partition type would be Bootable DOS and the second would be Compatible DOS. Extension DOS is used for operating systems other than MS-DOS (Xenix, etc.).

  • Page 98: Product Support

    E P S O N EPSON AMERICA INC. SERVICE DEPARTMENT BULLETIN PRODUCT SUPPORT DATE: 2/5/87 NUMBER: S-0004A SUBJECT: EQUITY MONOCHROME VIDEO BOARD USE WITH THE EQUITY III+ Q-506A-AA version monochrome video board exhibit problems when used with the Equity III+ when running at 10MHz or above.
  • Page 99 EPSON EPSON AMERICA, INC. SERVICE RODUCT S UPPORT ULLETIN NO.: DATE: PAGE: 1 of 5 6/29/88 S-0001C SUBJECT: EQUITY SERIES FDD/HDD COMPATIBILITY MATRIX This document provides updated compatibility information floppy disk drives, hard disk drives and hard disk controllers which have been supplied or are currently being supplied with...
  • Page 100 PAGE: 2 of 5 NUMBER: S-0001C PANASONIC JU-595-10 COMMENT CODE EXPLANATIONS: A. Requires insulating sheet when installed in lower position in Equity See TIB Equity 11-006. B. Jumper block - Position DS0 for drive A, DS1 for drive B C. Equity must have ROM BIOS version 2.21(MSA-B4) and MS-DOS 2.11 Release 1.04 or higher to use this drive.
  • Page 101 PAGE: 3 of 5 NUMBER: S-0001C EQUITY SERIES HARD DISK DRIVE COMPATIBILITY MATRIX HMD-720-802 COMMENT CODE EXPLANATIONS: A. Comes with black front bezel. B. When used with Equity use format procedure #2 on page 5. C. Follow format procedure #2 on page 5. The NCL Hard Disk Controller Board (NDC5027-49) and DK-505-2 HDD must be used...
  • Page 102 WD1002S-WX2C027 62-000062-010-1 WD1002A-WX1E027 62-000062-010-1 B,C,D 62-000062-13 NDC5207-49 WD1002-WAH 62-001020-10 62-001027-11 EPSON WHDC BOARD Y127203000 ROM VERSION WD1015PL-27 -27B 62-002008-011 -061 CODE EXPLANATIONS: A. Follow format procedure #2. NCL Hard Disk Controller Board (NDC5027-49) and DK-505-2 HDD must be used together.
  • Page 103 5 of 5 PAGE: NUMBER: S-0001C HARD DISK FORMATTING INFORMATION *****IMPORTANT**************IMPORTANT **++****+**+*+++++IMpQRTANT***** ALWAYS FORMAT THE HDD WITH THE SAME VERSION CONTROLLER BOARD AND HDC CPU FIRMWARE VERSION IT WILL BE USED WITH. NECESSARY REFORMAT IT IS BIOS IS UPGRADED AS LONG AS THE SAME FIRMWARE CPU USED.

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