E-1200 User's Guide MAN US E1200 USR GDE R0 9/98 8503412
E-1200 User’s Guide Part #8503412 MAN US E1200 USR GDE R0 Printed in Ireland 9/98
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Contents Preface ..................................................................................... iii Conventions Used in This Guide........................................................... iv Important Safety Instructions.................................................................. v Getting Started ......................................................................... 1 Setting Up Your System.......................................................................... 2 Starting Your System .
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Preface Contents Conventions Used in This Guide ........................... iv Important Safety Instructions..................................
Conventions Used in This Guide Throughout this guide, you will see the following conventions: iv E-1200 User’s Guide Convention Description ENTER Keyboard key names are printed in small capitals. CTRL+ALT+DEL A plus sign indicates that the keys must be pressed simultaneously. Setup Commands to be entered, options to select, and messages that appear on your monitor are printed in bold. User’s Guide Names of publications and files are printed in italic.
Important Safety Instructions Observe the following safety instructions when using your system: • Follow all instructions marked on this product and in the documentation. • When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still runs through the system. Always unplug the system from the electrical outlet before cleaning the system or opening the cover. • Do not use this product near water or a heat source, such as a radiator or heat register.
• There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. • Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: • • • • • vi E-1200 User’s Guide The power cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has been spilled into the system.
Getting Started Contents Setting Up Your System.......................................... 2 Starting Your System .............................................. 3 Turning Off Your System ....................................... 6 Resetting Your Computer .......................................
Setting Up Your System Important! Keep the product carton and packing material, in case you need to send the system out for repair. If you return your system to the factory in different packaging, your warranty may be void. Caution! Make sure your computer and peripherals are turned off and unplugged from the power outlet when you connect peripherals to the computer. 2 E-1200 User’s Guide Follow the instructions on the poster that came with your system for assembling your system.
Starting Your System Before you start your system for the first time: • Check that the voltage selector switch on the back of the computer is still set to the correct voltage for your area. This switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage (see “Rear Panel” on page 12 for voltage selector switch location). • Make sure all cables are firmly connected to the proper cable ports on the rear panel of the computer. • Make sure the computer and monitor are plugged into an AC outlet or power strip.
Wait until the startup procedure is finished before loading a diskette in the diskette drive, or the computer may search the diskette for startup information. For more troubleshooting information, see the “Troubleshooting” chapter in Maintaining and Troubleshooting Your E-1200 System. Understanding the Power-On Self-Test When you turn on your computer, the power-on self-test (POST) routine checks the system memory and components. To see this information on the screen, press TAB during POST.
Completing the Operating System Setup The first time you start your computer, the operating system takes a few minutes to set up. Refer to your software documentation for specific instructions on what to do after the computer starts. To complete the operating system setup 1. After the computer starts, start-up wizard opens. Click Next to continue. 2. Type the requested information in the appropriate text boxes. When you have finished entering the information, click Next. 3.
Warning! When you turn the computer off by pressing the power button, some electric current still flows through the computer. Before opening the computer case or connecting or removing any peripherals, turn off the computer and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Turning Off Your System Every time you turn off your system, shut down the operating system first. You may lose data if you do not follow the proper procedure. To turn off your system in Windows 95 1.
Resetting Your Computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may have to close a program or programs that may not be responding. If closing nonresponsive programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to reset the system. To reset your system in Windows 95 or Windows 98 1. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. A window opens that enables you to close a program that is not responding. 2. Highlight a program that displays a not-responding message and click End Task.
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System Features Contents Standard Features .................................................. 10 Front Panel............................................................. 11 Rear Panel .............................................................. 12 Vertical Desktop Feature.......................................
Standard Features The following features are standard in the E-1200 system: 10 E-1200 User’s Guide • Intel® Celeron™ processor operating at 333 MHz with a 66 MHz front side bus speed. • Two DIMM sockets that support up to 256 megabytes (MB) of Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM).
Front Panel The desktop case front panel includes the following features: Optional CD-ROM drive Hard drive LED Power button CD-ROM CD-ROM volume control eject button Power LED Reset button Audio-out jack Diskette Diskette eject drive button Audio-out jack: Connects headphones or powered speakers that enable you to listen to an audio CD (directly from the CD-ROM drive). CD-ROM drive (optional): Plays data or audio CDs. Reset Button: Restarts a system that becomes non-responsive.
Rear Panel The desktop case rear panel includes the following Input/Output (I/O) ports, connectors, and switches: Parallel (printer) port Power connector Voltage selector Microphone Line in out Mouse Keyboard RJ-45 LAN Serial Video port port connector port A port USB ports (2) Keyboard port: Connects a Personal System/2 (PS/2) compatible keyboard. Mouse port: Connects a PS/2-compatible mouse. Power connector: Connects the computer power cord.
Vertical Desktop Feature You can position your desktop vertically by using a stand included with your accessory kit. This setup saves space and transforms your desktop into a minitower computer. See the illustrated instructions included with your accessory kit or the illustration below for more information. Important! If you set your system up vertically, be sure to use a CD-ROM with retaining clips. You can use these clips to hold the CD-ROM in place when using the vertical desktop feature.
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Maintaining and Cleaning Your System Contents Maintaining Your System ..................................... 16 Cleaning Your System ..........................................
Maintaining Your System Your system and its components need regular maintenance. Some programs that help maintain the integrity of the hard disks in your system come as part of your operating system. The following sections contain information about maintaining your system. Maintaining the hard disk Hard disks need regular maintenance because running the system software divides files, creates spaces between data, and otherwise decreases hard disk performance.
Installing LANDesk Client Manager Intel’s LANDesk Client Manager is the Desktop Management Interface (DMI) solution that is already loaded on your system. LANDesk Client Manager lets you monitor your system for critical situations that may need your attention. It also lets your system administrator remotely inventory and manage systems on your network. To install LANDesk Client Manager 1. In the C:\DMI folder, double-click the Setup icon to launch the InstallShield® wizard. 2.
To put your system into Suspend Important! If you have a Novell network and you put your system in Suspend mode, it will disconnect from the network. 1. Save and close any open files to prevent data loss in the event of a power failure. 2. Click Start, and then click Suspend on the Start menu. 3. The power LED turns amber and the monitor becomes dark, indicating that the computer has entered Suspend mode. To take your system out of Suspend 1. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse. 2.
Protecting Against Viruses A virus is a program written with malicious intent for the purpose of creating havoc in a computer system. It attaches itself to executable files or boot sectors, so it can replicate and spread. Some viruses may only cause your system to beep or display messages or images on the screen. Other viruses are highly destructive and corrupt or erase the contents of your files or diskettes. To be safe, never assume any virus is harmless.
Cleaning Your System Your system needs to be cleaned occasionally. The following sections contain information about caring for the parts of your system. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer on the screen moves erratically when you move the mouse, dirt is probably on the rollers inside the mouse. To clean the mouse 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn your mouse upside down and remove the mouse ball cover. 3. Cup your hand under the mouse and turn your mouse right-side up.
If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off the computer and disconnect the keyboard. Turn the keyboard upside down to let the liquid drain out overnight before trying to use it again. If it fails to work after draining, contact Technical Support. Cleaning the monitor screen Use a soft cloth and window cleaner to clean the monitor screen. Squirt a little cleaner on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with the cloth.
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Appendix Contents Acronyms and Abbreviations ............................... 24 Terms and Definitions........................................... 25 Regulatory Compliance Statements .....................
Acronyms and Abbreviations ASIC - Application specific integrated circuit BIOS - Basic input/output system DMI - Desktop management interface DRAM - Dynamic random access memory DVD - Digital Video Disc FAT - File allocation table IDE - Integrated drive electronics LAN - Local area network LED - Light-emitting diode MB - Megabyte MHz - Megahertz MS-DOS - Microsoft disk operating system NTFS - NT file system POST - Power-on self-test RAM - Random-access memory ROM - Read-only memory SDRAM - Synchronous dynam
Terms and Definitions This list of terms should help you get acquainted with terms used in your computer’s documentation and in your system software. Applications - Software installed on your system. Sometimes called programs. BIOS - Basic input/output system. The BIOS is software that is independent of any operating system. It enables the computer to communicate with the monitor, keyboard, and other peripheral devices without using programs on the hard disk.
Hard drive - The drive installed inside your system that stores all your system and data files. Depending on its configuration, the computer may have more than one hard drive. Each drive is assigned its own drive letter. If you have only one drive, its drive letter is C, and it is often called “the C drive.” I/O - Input/output. Refers to devices, such as printers, whose purpose is to enter data into a computer or extract data from a computer.
Regulatory Compliance Statements This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
European Users: This Information Technology Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following European directives: [i]EMC Directive 89/336/EEC amending Directives 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC as per: - EN 50081-1:1992 according to EN 55022:1995 Class B EN 61000-3-2:1995 or EN 60555-2:1986 EN 61000-3-3: 1995 - EN50082-1:1992 according to EN 61000-4-2:1995 or IEC 801-2:1984 ENV 50140:1994 or IEC 801-3:1984 EN 61000-4-4:1988 or IEC 801-4:1998 [ii]Low Voltage Directive (Safety) 73/23/EEC as per EN 6095
ENERGY STAR Compliance Your system meets ENERGY STAR compliant requirements. This requirement is met when your system uses less than 30 watts on or before 30 minutes of inactivity. Your computer achieves this level when the hard drives are set to spin down within this time period.
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Index A CD-ROM drive 11 Check Disk 16 monitor adjusting 3 cleaning 21 mouse cleaning 20 port 12 D O definitions of terms 25 Disk Defragmenter 16 diskette drive 3.
starting 3 turning off 6 virus information 19 T turning off your system Windows 95 6 Windows 98 6 Windows NT 6 U USB ports 12 V Vertical desktop feature 13 video port 12 voltage selector switch 13 W Windows 95 setup 5 shut-down procedures 6 Windows 98 setup 5 shut-down procedures 6 Windows NT setup 5 shut-down procedures 6 32 E-1200 User’s Guide
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