Epson Apex, User Manual

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How to Use This Manual
This manual describes how to set up and care for your computer.
It also introduces the basics of using MS-DOS and shows you
how to install option cards so you can connect optional devices.
You may not need to read everything in this manual; some
sections may describe a particular option or accessory you don’t
have.
The information in this manual applies to both the Apex Plus
and the Apex Plus 20 computers unless indicated otherwise.
Chapter 1 provides instructions on setting up and using
your Apex computer.
Chapter 2 describes general operating procedures for
using the computer.
Chapter 3 explains how to use MS-DOS with your Apex.
It also introduces the XTREE
®
utility provided by Epson
and describes how you can use XTREE to perform many
file operations.
Chapter 4 provides the steps for installing option cards.
Chapter 5 contains troubleshooting information and a
question and answer section about expanding your system.
Appendix A shows how to change the DIP switch
settings in your computer. You can use DIP switches to set
or change the configuration of your system. You do not
need to change the DIP switches unless you add or remove
hardware from your system.
Introduction 3