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LS/VS 550Owner’s HandbookNATIONALACCREDITATIONOF CERTIFICATIONBODIES

Introducing your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 1/11 INTRODUCING YOURCOMPUTERThis chapter gives you a quick tour of your Apricot computer. It

Technical InformationC/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKPhysical CharacteristicsWeight and dimensionsComponent Height Depth Width WeightSystem unit 120

Fall-back PasswordFALL-BACK PASSWORDThe fall-back password is a 12-digit number, unique to yourcomputer, that is indelibly encoded in your computer&ap

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Introducing your computer1/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKEnergy-efficient featuresAll models in the range comply with the requirements of the USEnv

Introducing your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 1/3Pictorial GuidesFront ViewCOMPACT43215671Power button: press to turn on or off.2Standby bu

Introducing your computer1/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKRear View11010121167891015141121351164231Casing screws: unfasten these to remove the top c

Getting StartedLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 2/12 GETTING STARTEDThis chapter provides important information to help you site,connect, power and con

Getting Started2/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKWarningThe computer uses the system unit AC power cord as its disconnectdevice. Ensure that the sy

Getting StartedLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 2/3in this handbook for step-by-step installation instructions.Expansion cards may also have their own

Getting Started2/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK9. Connect the system unit power cord between the AC powerinlet on the rear of the system unit and

Getting StartedLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 2/5By default, the computer will look first for a system diskette, thenfor a bootable hard disk, but th

Getting Started2/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKbecause the monitor is blank). The computer is still working, andyou havent lost any of your files.

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Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/13 USING YOUR COMPUTERThis chapter provides useful information on the correct operation ofthe drive

Using your computer3/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKThe HD disks have the HD logo near the shutter and an extrahole beside the label. This enables t

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/3similar implement; you risk damaging the drive. Call an authorisedmaintainer.Write-protecting a di

Using your computer3/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKWarningThe laser beam inside the CD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Donot attempt to disassemble

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/5Inserting a compact discPress the button on the front of the drive and place the CD face upon the

Using your computer3/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKCOMPACTKeep CDs well away from dust and moisture, and avoid touchingthe surface of the CD. Also, a

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/7The drive control software provides two icons, each with its owndrive letter corresponding to the

Using your computer3/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKuntil it stops flashing before attempting to read or write informationform it.Removing a PD cartri

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/9Cleaning the PD/CD driveIt is recommended that you regularly use a specialist CD cleaningdisk to c

Using your computer3/10 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK3121 Activity Indicator2 Metal plate3 Write-protect tab3. Carefully push the cartridge in a b

Intel and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows® 95 and Windows® 3.11 are registered trademarks ofMicro

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/11Keep tape cartridges well away from magnetic objects, andequipment that generates magnetic fields

Using your computer3/12 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKUsing a SCSI DDS-2 tape driveThe computer may be configured with a SCSI DDS-2 (Digital DataStorag

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/13CautionUse only cassettes bearing the DDS-2 or DDS symbols. You cannot playaudio DAT cassettes wi

Using your computer3/14 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKDrive could not write to tapeIf the Cassette-in-Place (green) LED flashes rapidly, this means tha

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/15The drive will automatically format a blank tape when data is firstwritten to it. Remember to all

Using your computer3/16 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKKeep your cassettes well away from magnetic objects, andequipment that generates magnetic fields.

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/17The sound connectionsThere is an audio board (optional) mounted at the rear of theexpansion slot

Using your computer3/18 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKAfter you have entered your details you will be prompted to set apassword. This prevents anybody

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/19Important:1. The first time you use the Electronic Fingerprinting application aunique fall-back

Using your computer3/20 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKThe Sensonic anti-theft device is enabled when you turn off thecomputer, or use the purple button

Safety and regulatory noticesISafety and Regulatory NoticesElectricalThe computer uses a safety ground and must be earthed.The system unit AC power co

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/21In Windows for WorkgroupsChanging the monitor settings is done via Windows Setup. In theMain grou

Using your computer3/22 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK♦ To back up other pre-installed software (and your own files)use the Create System Disks utility

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/23WarningTurn off the system unit and unplug all power cords before cleaning ormoving the computer.

Using your computer3/24 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKIf a solid object drops between the keys, turn the keyboard upsidedown and shake it; do not probe

Using your computerLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 3/25When lifting and carrying the computer, grip the metal underside ofthe system unit. Never attempt

Using your computer3/26 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKaccompanies the monitor or consult your supplier to find out howto change the voltage setting.Mak

Expansion CardsLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 4/14 EXPANSION CARDSThis chapter contains instructions on installing expansion cards inyour computer.

Expansion Cards4/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKThese can be arranged into the internal riser card generally as shownin this rear view (the blanking p

Expansion CardsLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 4/3Some settings are done by jumpers and/or switches on the card andare best done before installation,

Expansion Cards4/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKIRQ Default assignment Available?IRQ9 YesIRQ10 YesIRQ11 YesIRQ12 Mouse NoIRQ13 Coprocessor NoIRQ14 Pri

Safety and regulatory noticesIIStandardsSafetyThis product complies with the European safety standards EN60950 and EN41003when applicable, will includ

Expansion CardsLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 4/5DMA Default assignment Available?DMA3 Enhanced Capabilities Port (default) OptionallyDMA4 System No

Expansion Cards4/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKI/O ports Default assignment240h-24Fh, 250h-253Fh Alternate Sound blaster system278h-27Fh Parallel por

Expansion CardsLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 4/7NoteMemory addresses are always written in base 16 (hexadecimalnotation). Hexadecimal uses sixteen

Expansion Cards4/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKNoteNoteIf you are unfamiliar with the recommended anti-static precautionsand/or the process of removi

Expansion CardsLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 4/9 9. Secure the card by replacing all the screws/clamps that youremoved in Step 5.10. Connect any n

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/15 SYSTEM UPGRADESThis chapter contains instructions on installing upgrades or add-onsin the computer (

System Upgrades5/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKInside the system unitThe illustration below identifies the major components inside thesystem unit th

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/3Adding more system memoryThe computer’s motherboard is fitted with sockets for up to fourSIMMs (single

System Upgrades5/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKTotal Memory Bank 1 sockets Bank 2 socketsMM1 MM2 MM3 MM4 8 Mb4 Mb 4 Mb - -12 Mb4 Mb 4 Mb 2 Mb 2 Mb16

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/53. Place the SIMM in a suitable anti-static packaging.To install a SIMM1. Take the SIMM out of its a

Safety and regulatory noticesIIIPower connection informationTypical AC plugs250VEL NEN L250VENL125VBS1363A SHUCO NEMA 5-15PUnited Kingdom Aust

System Upgrades5/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKconfiguration in the BIOS Setup utility (refer to Appendix B,“System BIOS and Setup” for more informa

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/7connected.) Disconnect any cables connected to the cards,remove the screws that secure the cards at th

System Upgrades5/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKAdding a second hard disk driveYour computer system can support two 3.5” hard disk drives. Suchdual d

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/97. You then need to remove the CD-ROM drive bay from thesystem unit as the hard disk is fitted in a d

System Upgrades5/10 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKIntel Pentium OverDriveWhen installing an Intel Pentium processor, you must ensure thatthere is suff

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/113. If the computer was turned on prior to commencing thisprocedure, wait at least 15 minutes for the

System Upgrades5/12 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKCautionCautionIf the processor does not lift easily out of the socket, do not attempt toforce it. Wa

System UpgradesLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 5/13 12 1 Positioning guide 2 Keyed corner6. You will need to adjust the processor speed selection j

TroubleshootingLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 6/16 TROUBLESHOOTINGThis chapter offers advice if you suspect a fault with your computer.It is concerne

Troubleshooting6/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK5. If the replacement fuse does not blow, reconnect one peripheralat a time and switch it on. Repea

Safety and regulatory noticesIVPower Cable Connections - UK ONLYThis equipment is supplied with an AC power lead that has a non-removablemoulded plug.

TroubleshootingLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 6/3by a POST error message, call your supplier or authorisedmaintainer.No beeps If no beeps are heard a

Troubleshooting6/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKMany of these following codes indicate a serious fault and thesystem may halt. Switch off for 30 sec

TroubleshootingLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 6/5Boot failure message ExplanationNon-system disk or disk error The diskette drive contains a non

Troubleshooting6/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKThe keyboard and mouse are particularly easy to connect into thewrong port. Although the connectors

TroubleshootingLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK 6/7System BIOSCheck finally the system BIOS to ensure that it has not beendisturbed from the original s

Troubleshooting6/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKCD-ROM driveIf you have problems accessing a CD, check that you have allowed afew seconds for the di

Inside the System UnitLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK A/1A INSIDE THE SYSTEM UNITThis appendix provides instructions regarding access to the inside ofyo

Inside the System UnitA/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKan earthed wrist strap and anti-static clothing. It is also a good ideato use an ionizer or hu

Inside the System UnitLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK A/3Board layout1 287614VideoParallelCom 2Com 1Mouse Key/Bd1213USB1115171094516(optional)31819 1

Inside the System UnitA/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKChanging the Jumper settingsPL22PL36PL32PL3, PL4, PL6, & PL7PL8PL2PL11PL10PL100PL37Cautio

LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK ICONTENTS1 Introducing your ComputerUnpacking 1/1Pictorial guides 1/32 Getting StartedGeneral advice 2/1Connecting the

Inside the System UnitLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK A/5BIOS upgrade and recoveryThese jumpers should not normally be changed except by a serviceengine

Inside the System UnitA/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKWarningWarningDo not alter these links under normal circumstances as it could lead tothe destr

Inside the System UnitLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK A/7Replacing the CMOS batteryThe battery has an average life of 3-5 years. If you have to reconfig

Inside the System UnitA/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK11. Dispose of the old battery according to the maker’s instructions.When you turn on the comp

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/1B SYSTEM BIOS AND SETUPBIOS (pronounced “bye-oss”) stands for basic input/output system.The BI

System BIOS and SetupB/2 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKEntering SetupWhile the Mitsubishi Electric diamonds are displayed on the screen,you can press

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/3Control keysA number of keys are used to move around the BIOS Setup utility,select items on th

System BIOS and SetupB/4 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKMain menu screenWhen you start BIOS Setup a main menu screen appears with thefollowing options

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/5System SummaryThis page cannot be edited, but gives a summary of the system mainsettings. Chan

System BIOS and SetupB/6 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKAny parallel port devices that you may wish to attach, such as a tapestreamer or external hard

II LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK6 TroubleshootingProblems when starting 6/1Troubleshooting checklist 6/5The systems disk drives 6/7A Inside t

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/7interface, and the CD-ROM drive connected to the secondaryinterface.IDE Translation ModeSelect

System BIOS and SetupB/8 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKOnce the correct date is set you should not need to set it again. Thecomputer accounts for lea

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/9If the Password Prompt option is set to “Off”, the user is notprompted at all. The computer wi

System BIOS and SetupB/10 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKStart OptionsCertain features can be set or enabled automatically when thecomputer boots.Keyb

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/11operating system on the First Startup Device, it tries the SecondStartup Device and so on.Not

System BIOS and SetupB/12 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKROM ShadowingTo shadow ROM means to copy its contents into the computer’ssystem or random-acc

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/13which do not support Plug and Play will require the systemresources to be registered.There is

System BIOS and SetupB/14 LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOKThe Apricot Power ManagementTime till power savingThe system will enter low power standby mod

System BIOS and Setup LS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK B/15Error MessagesIf you get an error which is not listed or the problem persists, call your supp

Technical InformationLS/VS 550 OWNER’S HANDBOOK C/1C TECHNICAL INFORMATIONSpecificationsProcessorType Intel Pentium 100 MHz upwardsBus speeds50, 6