Copyright: ©1994 Digital Equipment Corporation
Citation: ©1994 Digital Equipment Corporation


Contents

Starion 400/500/700 Field Service/Field Training - Version 1.0

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The following Help Topics or groups of Help Topics are available:

About This Help System

Introduction

General System Features

System Utilities & Configuration

Expanding Your Computer

Computer Messages

Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

Device Mapping

FRU List (Part Numbers)

Technical Specifications

Related Material

For Help on Help, Press F1


General System Features

Standard Computer Features

Standard Slots and Ports

Storage Bay Features

CD-ROM Reader

Tape Backup System (Starion 500/700 Only)

Fax/Modem/Sound Board

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Rear Panel Connectors


System Utilities & Configuration

Supplied Utilities & Video Drivers

Using Utilities & Video Drivers

Computer Security

System Utilities

PHLASH.EXE

Creating a Crisis Recovery Diskette

Upgrading Your Computer's BIOS

Video Drivers & Utilities

Setting High Resolution Mode for Your Monitor Display

MS-DOS Application Video Drivers

Video Drivers for Windows

BIOS Setup Utility

Configuring Your Computer

Running the BIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Setup Utility Options


About This Help System

This topic is designed to help you understand the way this Help file has been organized and the graphic and stylistic conventions which have been used in presenting the material.

Organization

There are several "layers" of contents pages in this Help file, each grouping a related set of Help topics.  The topics are also selectively cross-referenced, so that you can jump quickly between Help topics grouped in different sections of the file. Click on the highlighted words, phrases, and topic titles to move from topic to topic.

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The illustrations in this Help system have been designed for high-resolution display.  You should set your monitor to the highest possible screen resolution in order to view the illustrations most clearly.

Note, Legend, & Illustration Buttons

Some Help topics contain special buttons which indicate the presence of additional information.  For example, the [image] button identifies a Legend describing features of the illustration it accompanies.  Clicking on the button will allow the Legend or Note to appear for you to study.

In some cases, clicking on one of these specially marked buttons will allow you to view an illustration pertaining to a particular topic.

Color

Information of special importance has been indicated in this Help file by the use of colored text: blue for NOTE, red for CAUTION, and dark red for WARNING.  (If your system is equipped with a monochrome display, these colors will appear as BOLD text.)  You may find some of this colored text difficult to read if you have made changes in your Windows screen colors.  This problem can be solved by returning the color settings to one of the pre-defined Windows color sets while you are using the Help file.

Entire contents of this Help file copyright © 1994 Digital Equipment Corporation.


Introduction

Starion 400/500/700 computers are high-performance personal computers equipped with the latest in computing technology.  They can be used as stand-alone computers, as clients, or as servers in a network environment.  Developed using the following state-of-the-art technology, these computers are the most value packed mini-deskside computers in their class.

Microprocessor	60 or 90 MHz Pentium processor
PCI Local Bus Technology	Highest performing 32-bit bus on the market today
Onboard Video	Cirrus Logic, 64-bit, and advanced video cache technology to take full advantage of your computers CPU
Fax/Modem/Sound Card	Sophisticated fax/data/voice modem and 16-bit FM synthesis sound card
CD-ROM Reader	Double-speed CD-ROM reader with industry-standard IDE/ATAPI interface and audio capability
Tape Backup System	250 MB capacity (using compress) or 125 MB native


Standard Computer Features

Feature	Computer Specifics
IDE	Model 400/500 - Standard ISA IDE interface -  supports up to two devices Model 700 - Standard ISA IDE interface -  supports up to two devices                     PCI-IDE interface - supports up to two additional enhanced IDE devices
Diskette	Dual diskette controller - supports two diskette drives and one tape backup drive: 720 KB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB 3½-inch drive, and 360 KB, 1.2 MB 5¼-inch drive; 250 MB compressed, 125 MB native.


Storage Bay Features

Feature	Computer Specifics
Front access	1 - 3½-inch (diskette drive), 1-inch high 3 - 5¼-inch half height or 3½-inch 1-inch high device
Internal	1 - 3½-inch, 1-inch high hard disk drive

See also:	 Front Panel Controls and Indicators


Standard Slots and Ports

Feature	Computer Specifics
Expansion slots	2 ISA and 2 PCI 32-bit local bus slots or 3 ISA and 1 PCI 32-bit local bus slots
Serial COMM ports	2 serial ports - 16550 compatible
Printer port	1 parallel (full ECP and EPP support)
Mouse	PS/2 compatible
Keyboard	PS/2 compatible

See also:	Expansion Slots
Rear Panel Connectors


Fax/Modem/Sound Board

Your computer includes a sophisticated fax/modem sound card and 16-bit FM synthesis sound card all on one internal ISA expansion board.  It combines fax, data, and voice communications capabilities to let you send and receive faxes and receive telephone messages directly on your computer.  It also offers CD-quality music synthesis and digital audio recording and playback.

Some features of this card are:

14.4 bps internal fax/modem

Error correction and data compression (V.42bis/MNP-5)

Fax capability directly from Microsoft® Windows™ 3.1 applications

Digital telephone answering machine

16-bit stereo recording at 11 kHz, 22 kHz, and 44 kHz sampling

16-bit stereo playback at 8 kHz to 44 kHz sampling rates

Supports Windows Sound System

Support Sound Blaster™ and Sound Blaster Pro™ sound standards

This card works with two software packages already installed on your computer, they are MaxFax (integrated fax and voice message application for Windows) and ESS Audio Applications suite (Windows multimedia applications).

	NOTE:   Use of the modem requires your factory installed Claris Communications Terminal or Microsoft Windows Terminal, or you can purchase a third-party communications software package.

See also:	ISA/PCI shared expansion slot
Expansion Slot Types & Locations


audio output jack

Allows you to connect external stereo speakers to yourFax/Modem/Sound Board


phone jack

This is the RJ11 phone jack for the FAX/modem that are built into yourFax/Modem/Sound Board


mic jack

Allows you to connect a monaural microphone to your Fax/Modem/Sound Board


audio input jack

Allows you to connect an external audio source to your Fax/Modem/Sound Board


game port

Allows you to connect a joystick, MIDI interface, or other game device to the Fax/Modem/Sound Board


CD-ROM Drive

Double-speed CD-ROM, audio and photo CD compatible.


CD-ROM Reader

Starion computers include a double-speed CD-ROM reader with an industry-standard IDE/ATAPI interface and audio capability.  It is fully compatible with the Phillips/Sony standards for Compact Disc and CD-ROM and supports both single and multi-session Photo CD (Orange Book) disc formats.

When operated with the proper software and hardware accessories, the CD-ROM reader meets or exceeds the requirements of the Multimedia PC Level2 (MPC2) specifications.

The front panel includes the reader activity indicator and open/close button, headset jack, and volume control/audio control buttons .

The reader activity indicators displays a green LED in several patterns to indicate the following reader operations:

Pattern	Operation
Activity indicator is off	No disc is present or the tray is not fully inserted or pushed in
Activity indicator illuminates solid green	disc is in the reader, the reader is ready
Activity indicator flashes green	Data is being transferred or audio is playing


volume control/audio control buttons

The two volume control buttons can also be pressed simultaneously to skip a track on an audio CD.


CD-ROM headset jack

The headset jack allows you to use personal stereo headsets with your CD-ROM reader.


CD-ROM disk tray

This is the disk carrier tray for the CD.


disk tray open/close button

This button opens or closes the disk tray so you can insert or remove your CD.


Tape Backup (Starion 500/700 Only)

Consists of tape drive and backup software installed on your system


Tape Backup System (Starion 500/700 Only)

Your tape backup system consists of the tape drive itself and the backup software installed on the computers internal hard disk drive.  You can backup files from diskettes or a hard disk drive onto a tape cassette to ensure that your data is always available.

Features of the tape drive are:

250 MB capacity (using compress) or 125 MB native

Up to 9.3 MB per minute transfer rate, thats 80 MBs in 10 to 15 minutes

Uses standard DC2000 xxx format, DT-25, or 210 series tapes from 3M®, Sony®, and Verbatim™

Interfaced to the computers diskette controller

Support network software such as:  Novell®, Netware®, Netware Lite™, LANtastic®, IBM®, 3COM®

There are no front panel controls.  To insert a tape cassette simply push the cassette in as you would a diskette in your diskette drive.  To remove the cassette pull it out by the middle.


Front Panel Controls and Indicators

To determine the purpose and function of a particular control or indicator on the front panel, click on the relevant portion of the illustration below.


drive bay

This is a 5¼-inch drive bay in which an additional drive (for example, a CD-ROM drive or tape back-up drive) may be installed.  It can also be adapted to serve as a second 3½-inch drive bay.


PCMCIA bay

This is a vertical device bay in which you can install optional PCMCIA hardware.  Once PCMCIA hardware has been installed, you can use PCMCIA devices, such as modem cards or network cards, in your computer.


3½-inch diskette drive

This is the factory-installed 3½-inch diskette drive.


diskette eject button

Pressing this button releases a 3½-inch diskette inserted in the diskette drive.


power on/off button

This button turns ac power on and off.


reset button

This button resets the computer and causes the POST to run.


power light
power on/off LED

The power on/off LED is lit when the computer is on.


hard disk drive light

The hard disk drive light is lit when a hard disk drive is in use.


diskette access indicator

The diskette access indicator lights when the installed diskette drive is in use.


chassis lock

Locks the outside panels to prevent unauthorized access.


internal drive bay (front)

This is the location of a hidden internal drive bay.  Your computer´s hard disk drive is usually installed in this space.


Rear Panel Connectors and Voltage Select Switch
Rear Panel Connectors

To determine the purpose and function of a particular connector or switch on the rear panel, click on the relevant portion of the illustration below.


ac line connector

Allows you to connect the computer to an ac power source.


voltage select switch

Enables you to select the proper voltage, 110 or 220 Vac, to match your computer with the power source.


mouse connector

Allows you to connect a PS/2 compatible mouse.


keyboard connector

Allows you to connect a 101-key or 102-key keyboard.


serial port connectors

These ports allow you to connect serial devices, such as an external modem.


onboard video connector

Provides the interface between the onboard video controller and a supported monitor.


parallel port connector

This port allows you to connect an industrystandard parallel printer.


ISA expansion slot

This slot allows you to install a full size ISA expansion board.


ISA/PCI shared expansion slot

This slot allows you to install either a full size ISA expansion boards or a 32-bit PCI local bus expansion board.


PCI expansion slot

This slot allows you to install a 32-bit PCI local bus expansion board.


internal drive bay (rear)

This is the location of an internal drive bay.  You can install a second 1-inch high hard disk in this drive bay.


Supplied Utilities & Video Drivers

These Help topics describe how to use the utilities and video drivers supplied with your Starion 400/500/700 computer.  These utilities and drivers have been factory installed on your hard disk drive.  You might use the video utilities to change video graphics settings of your monitor.

Your Starion 400/500/700 computer comes with a System Utility and Remote Support diskette containing Tritons CO/Session Remote Communications Software.  This software is provided to allow a Digital service representative to remotely troubleshoot your computer over the phone lines prior to making a service call.  Keep this diskette in a safe place and have it available if you call Digital for service.

Additional video drivers, utility programs, and device drivers have also been factory installed as image files on your hard disk drive.  To use these drivers you must first copy the image files onto diskettes using Program Disks and the Driver Disks tab from Digital Getting Started.

These Help topics also describe PHLASH.EXE, which is not supplied with your computer.  This utility is available only via bulletin board distribution to customers needing BIOS upgrades.

Before Using System Utilities and Video Drivers

If you are unfamiliar with utility programs, video drivers, and their uses, carefully read and understand Chapter 3 of the Users Guide before attempting to use any of the utilities or installing video drivers.

Also, make sure your computer operates as expected following the instructions in Chapter 1 of the Users Guide.

See also:	Configuring Your Computer


Using Utilities & Video Drivers

The system utilities and video drivers enable you to take full advantage of your computers enhanced video features.  Use the following information to reset the video mode of your monitor, or to load MS-DOS application drivers if your are using various non-Windows CAD or business software.

	NOTE If this is the first time using these utility programs and/or video drivers, it is recommended that you follow the procedures in the order given.
1.	Turn on or reboot your computer.  If POST detects an error, refer to Computer Messages  for possible causes and suggested solutions.

2.	If necessary, run PHLASH.EXE to upgrade or restore your computer's BIOS.

3.	Install any applicable DOS or CAD application video drivers.  Additional information about these drivers is provided later in this chapter.

4.	Install any Windows 3.x video drivers.  Additional information about these drivers is provided later in this chapter.

See also:	PHLASH.EXE
MS-DOS Application Video Drivers
Video Drivers for Windows


PHLASH.EXE

All computers have BIOS software in a read-only, non-volatile memory (ROM) chip.  This BIOS initializes hardware and boots the operating system when the computer is turned on.  The BIOS also provides access to other services such as keyboard and disk drives.

Your computer comes equipped with flash memory.  This means that you can restore your computer's BIOS simply by running the PHLASH.EXE.  You can also upgrade your computer's BIOS to future releases by running PHLASH.EXE along with any flash BIOS update diskette if necessary.

	CAUTION If you are not familiar with utility programs and their uses, carefully read all of the listed topics and be sure you understand them before attempting to use PHLASH.EXE.
Have the following items available before you begin:

•	Blank 3½-inch 1.44 MB formatted diskette

•	Diskette copy of your system utilities

See also:	Creating a Crisis Recovery Diskette
Using the Crisis Recovery Diskette
Upgrading Your Computer's BIOS


Creating a Crisis Recovery Diskette

A crisis recovery diskette should always be prepared before attempting to upgrade the BIOS.  This diskette is used to reprogram the BIOS in case the flash process fails.  To create a crisis recovery diskette:

1.	Turn on your computer and allow the POST to complete.

If POST detects an error refer to Computer Messages and take the appropriate steps to correct the problem.  After the problem has been resolved, restart the computer.

2.	Insert the diskette you created via your bulletin board and make sure the following files are in the UPGRADE directory:

MINIDOS.SYS
PHLASH.EXE
DEVTBLS.DAT
PHLASH.INI
STARION.ROM
MAKEBOOT.EXE
MAKECRD.EXE

	NOTE This diskette also contains multilingual BIOS files that can be used to change the language type in Setup.
3.	Create the same directory on your hard disk drive and then copy the above files to it.

4.	Insert a blank formatted diskette into drive A.

5.	On drive A, make a directory for the files previously copied.

From drive C: type MAKECRD.  This copies the files to drive A.

6.	Remove the crisis recovery diskette from drive A and store it in a safe place.

See also:	Computer Messages
Using the Crisis Recovery Diskette


Using the Crisis Recovery Diskette

The crisis recovery diskette must be used only if your computers BIOS fails or if a BIOS upgrade was unsuccessful.  If your computers BIOS fails:

1.	POST detects an error after a normal boot cycle or a BIOS upgrade.

2.	The BIOS in the bootblock memory executes.

3.	our computer beeps several times.

4.	The diskette drive begins searching for the crisis recovery diskette.

On the Starion 700 only, set the r3ecovery jumper (J1H1) to enabled.  Insert the crisis recovery diskette into drive A and power on the computer.  After the BIOS is restarted, turn off the power and remove the crisis recovery diskette from drive A.  Turn the power back on for normal operation.


Upgrading Your Computer's BIOS

Perform the following steps to update your computer's BIOS in the flash memory.

1.	Turn on your computer and allow the POST to complete.

If POST detects an error refer to Computer Messages and take the ppropriate steps to correct the problem.  After the problem has been resolved, restart the computer.

2.	Create a crisis recovery diskette if you have not already done so.

Refer to Creating a Crisis Recovery Diskette

3.	Insert the system utilities diskette.

4.	At the MS-DOS prompt, enter the following commands (press [Enter] after each):
a:
cd\UPGRADE
PHLASH. /e

A screen appears on your monitor warning you that you are about to erase your computers BIOS.

5.	Press [Enter] if you want to continue.  If not, press [Esc] to cancel.

6.	Once you press [Enter], PHLASH.EXE automatically updates your computers BIOS.

7.	After the flashing process completes, your computer automatically reboots itself so changes immediately take effect.

8.	Remove the system utilities diskette.


Video Drivers & Utilities

The following topics describe how to use your video utilities and install video drivers on your computer.

Setting High Resolution Mode for Your Monitor Display

MS-DOS Application Video Drivers

Video Drivers for Windows


Setting High Resolution Mode for Your Monitor Display

If you have a high resolution monitor, you might want to run the Display Driver Control Panel located in the Program Manager Windows Control Panel Group.  This utility is provided to allow you to increase the computer video resolution output to match the display specifications of the monitor.  To change the video resolution, perform the following steps:

1.	From the Program Manager, access the Windows Control Panel Group.

2.	For the Starion 400/500, double click on the ChipsCPL icon to open the Display Driver Control Panel.  Select the monitor size, colors, and refresh settings that match the monitors specifications.

3.	For the Starion 700, double click on the WinMode icon to open the video resolution control panel.  Select the resolution, colors, font size, monitor refresh rate, font cache size to match your monitor specification and personal preferences.

	NOTE:  If the monitor is not listed, select the 000, Generic VGA selection.
	CAUTION Do not connect a low resolution monitor to a system that has been configured with high-resolution video drivers.  High resolution drivers can damage a 640 × 480 monitor.


MS-DOS Application Video Drivers

Various software drivers for popular MS-DOS based CAD and business applications have been provided on the MS-DOS video driver diskette that you made using the Program Disks and the Driver Disks tab from Digital Getting Started.  If you are using an older non-Windows application such as ACAD or Lotus for DOS, you might need to load one or more of these drivers.

Before installing a video device driver, read and understand the information in the README.TXT file provided on the diskette.


Video Drivers for Windows

Your computer comes with the required Windows video display driver pre-installed at the factory.  However, if your hard disk drive becomes corrupted, you might need to re-load the Windows video driver that has been provided on the Windows video driver diskette that you made using  Program Disks and the Driver Disks tab from Digital Getting Started.  To re-load the Windows driver, perform the following steps.

Before installing a video device driver, read and understand the information in the README.TXT file provided on the diskette.

To install a Windows 3.x video driver, perform the following:

1.	Type CD WINDOWS at the C:\> prompt, then press [Enter]

The following prompt appears:  C:\WINDOWS>.

2.	Type SETUP and press [Enter].

Your computer displays the SETUP screen.

3.	Select the Display option and press [Enter].

4.	Toggle through the Display option to select the appropriate Windows 3.x driver.

5.	Select the desired video resolution then press [Enter].

6.	If the appropriate video driver resides on a separate diskette, toggle through the Display option to select Other (Requires disk provided by hardware manufacturer).

7.	Insert the diskette that contains the appropriate video driver and press [Enter].

8.	Select the desired video resolution then press [Enter].

	NOTE The resolution and refresh rate must be the same as the selection made using the SMTR.EXE utility.
The video setup screen appears again with the S3 driver.

9.	Press [Enter] to accept the configuration.

10.	The MS-DOS prompt appears when SETUP completes.

Type WIN and press [Enter] to start Microsoft Windows.


Configuring Your Computer

The information in the Help topics listed below explains how to configure your computer using the BIOS Setup utility.  If your computer was delivered with factory-installed software, it has already been configured.

If you are familiar with utility programs and their uses, refer to the material in the options table as you update your computer.  Otherwise, carefully read and understand all the information in both of these Help topics before attempting to modify your computer's configuration settings

See also:	Running the BIOS Setup Utility
Helpful Hints
BIOS Setup Utility Options


Running the BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup utility enables you to select and permanently store information about the computer's hardware and software in the batterybacked memory of the CMOS RAM.  This information takes effect each time the computer boots and can be changed each time you run setup.

Use the BIOS Setup utility if you experience problems with your hard disk or need to reconfigure your computer.  In addition, the BIOS Setup utility might need to be used to modify the configuration after you add or remove hardware, or change computer settings.

To run the BIOS Setup utility:

1.	Turn on your computer and allow POST to complete.

2.	Make a note of any configuration errors listed, and then press [F2] to display the main menu.

3.	Follow the instructions on your monitor screen and any on-line help pop-up screens to configure you computer.

 Helpful Hints


Helpful Hints

•	Several keyboard function keys and numeric keypad keys are assigned to help you select menus and options, change option values, and display help information.  These keys are displayed at the bottom of the main menu and from the General Help pop-up screen.

•	Item-specific help is available at anytime during the setup process and appears at the right of the setup screen each time an option is highlighted.  This on-line help provides information about a highlighted option.

•	Select "Save Changes & Exit" to save all Setup values.

•	Select Discard Changes & Exit to exit Setup without recording any changes.

•	Select "Get Default Values" to set all Setup options to their default values.

•	Select "Load Previous Changes" to restore all CMOS values from the last session.

•	Select Save Changes to save all selections without exiting Setup.

•	Press [Esc] to exit the Setup utility.


BIOS Setup Utility Options

Specific notes pertaining to some Setup options may be obtained by clicking on colored entries in the Menu Field column below, and/or by clicking on the icons in the rightmost column.

	NOTE Because these Help topics have been organized by subject, options may appear in a different order on the Setup screens than they do in the Help screens.
Main Menu Options

Starion 400/500 Main Menu Options

Starion 400/500 Boot Options

Starion 400/500 Fixed Disk Setup Options

Keyboard Features

Memory & Cache

Starion 700 Main Menu Options

Advanced System Setup Options

Starion 400/500 Advanced Chip Set Control

Starion 400/500 Integrated Peripherals

Large Disk Access Mode

Starion 400/500 Security Options


Starion 400/500 Main Menu Options

Menu Field	Settings	Comments
System time	Current time	Displays the current time
System date	Current date	Displays the current date
Language	English  Español Français Deutsch Italiano	The system utilities diskette contains all the languages listed as possible settings.  Use the PHLASH.EXE program and the desired language BIOS file to load a different language.  The BIOS Setup utility choices are English and one other language.  For example, English and French, English and German, depending on the language kit you ordered
Diskette A / Diskette B	1.44 MB, 3½ 2.88 MB, 3½ Not Installed 360 KB, 5¼ 1.2 MB, 5¼ 720 KB, 3½	Sets the size and density of diskette drives
Video system	EGA / VGA CGA 80x25 Monochrome	Sets the video controller type
System memory	Not user selectable	Displays the amount of base (conventional) memory each time your computer boots
Extended memory	Not user selectable	Displays the amount of extended memory each time your computer boots
See also:	Starion 400/500 Boot Options
Starion 400/500 Fixed Disk Setup Options
Keyboard Features
Memory & Cache


Starion 400/500 Boot Options

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Boot sequence	A: then C: C: then A: C: only	Each time your computer boots, it will load your operating system from the sequence selected
SETUP prompt	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables the <F2> setup prompt each time your computer boots
POST errors	Enabled Disabled	Enabling this options causes your computer to pause and display a setup entry or resume the boot prompt if an error occurs at boot Disabling this option causes your computer to always attempt to boot regardless of a setup entry or error
Floppy check	Enabled Disabled	Enabling this option causes your computer to verify the diskette type each time your computer boots Disabling this option speeds up the boot process
Summary screen	Enabled Disabled	Enabling this option causes your computer to display configuration parameters (in the form of a summary screen) during boot


Starion 400/500 Fixed Disk Setup Options

IDE Adapter 0/1 Master/Slave

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Autotype fixed disk		Press [Enter] to detect and fill in the installed hard disk drive parameters in the remaining fields
Type	1 to 39 User	Selecting 1 to 39 automatically fills in the remaining fields in this menu Selecting User prompts you to fill in the remaining fields with the installed hard disk drives parameters
Cylinders	0 to 4095	Displays the number of cylinders
Heads	1 to 64	Displays the number of heads
Sectors/track	0 to 63	Displays the number of sectors/tracks
Landing zone	0 to 4095	Displays the number of cylinders specified as the landing zone for read/write heads
Write precomp	0 to 4095 None	Displays the number of cylinders that have their write timing changed
Multi-sector transfers	4 blocks 8 blocks 16 blocks 32 blocks Auto	Determines the number of sectors per block for multiple sector transfers Auto refers to the size of the disk returns when queried
LBA control mode	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables the LBA hard disk drive addressing option
32 bit I/O	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables the 32-bit hard disk drive data transfer option
Transfer mode	Fast PIO3 Standard Fast PIO1 Fast PIO2	Selects the method of data transfer to and from the hard disk drive Autotype the hard disk drive to select the optimum transfer mode


NOTE

These fields are automatically filled in if your computer auto-detected an installed hard disk drive.

	CAUTION Incorrect settings can cause your computer to malfunction.


NOTE

These fields are automatically filled in if your computer auto-detected an installed hard disk drive.


NOTE

These fields are automatically filled in if your computer auto-detected an installed hard disk drive.  (Not applicable to IDE hard disk drives.)


Keyboard Features

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Numlock	Auto On Off	Turns Numlock on or off each time your computer boots
Key click	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables the audible key click feature
Keyboard auto-repeat rate	30/sec 2/sec 6/sec 10/sec 13.3/sec 21.8/sec 26.7/sec	Sets the number of times a second to repeat a keystroke while you hold the key down
Keyboard auto-repeat delay	1/2 sec 3/4 sec 1 sec 1/4 sec	Sets the delay time after a key is held down before it begins to repeat a keystroke


NOTE

If you select Auto, your computer will turn on Numlock if it detects a numeric keypad.


Memory & Cache

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Internal cache	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables your computer′s internal cache
External cache	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables your computer′s external cache
System shadow	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables your computers BIOS shadowing option
Video shadow	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables your computer's shadow video option
Shadow at:   C8000h   CC000h   D0000h   D4000h   D8000h   DC000h	Enabled Disabled	Allows you to enable or disable shadowing of individual segments of ROM to increase computer performance
AT bus space	Disabled	Memory hole not available upper memory is contiguous
	F80000h, .5MB	Sets the memory hole at address F80000 with .5 MB memory available
	F00000h, 1MB	Sets the memory hole at address F00000 with 1 MB memory available


NOTE

This option should always be set to Enabled.


CAUTION

Some option ROMs do not operate properly when shadowed.


Starion 700 Main Menu Options

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
System date	Current date	Displays the current date.
System time	Current time	Displays the current time.
Floppy drive A  Floppy drive B	1.44 MB, 3½ 2.88 MB, 3½ Not Installed 360 KB, 5¼ 1.2 MB, 5¼ 720 KB, 3½	Sets the size and density of diskette drives.
Hard disk C: Hard disk D: Hard disk E: Hard disk F:	Disk drive assignments	Drive letters are assigned as follows: PCI IDE interface only: Master = C: Secondary = D: ISA interface only: Master = C: Secondary = D: ISA and PCI IDE interface used (two drives): PCI Master = C: ISA Master = D: ISA and PCI IDE interface used (three drives): PCI Master = C: PCI Secondary = D: ISA Master = E: PCI Master = C: ISA Master = D: ISA Secondary = E: ISA and PCI IDE interface used (four drives): PCI Master = C: PCI Secondary = D: ISA Master = E: ISA Secondary = E: When drives have multiple partitions, partitions beyond the primary partition will be assigned in ascending order.  This is based on available drive letters and other installed drives.
Hard Disk Sub-Menu		Selecting this option displays the following  hard disk sub-menu.
Hard disk type	Auto configured User definable	Select auto configure to automatically detect your installed hard disk drive parameters. Selecting User definable prompts you to fill in your installed hard disk drives parameters.
Cylinders	0 to 4095	Displays the number of cylinders.
Heads	1 to 64	Displays the number of heads.
Sectors	0 to 63	Displays the number of sectors/tracks.
Maximum capacity		This value is calculated from the cylinder, head, and sector parameters defined above.
Initialization timeout	Disabled   5 sec 10 sec 31 sec	Determines the IDE auto-configuration timeout.  If your computer fails to determine the drive type, an error message appears on your monitor screen.  Refer to Appendix B, Error Messages, for resolution.
IDE translation table	Standard CHS Logical block Extended CHS Auto detected	Controls how your computers BIOS interacts with the hard disk drive in terms of drive geometry.  Selecting the best option is based on the hard disk drives size, capabilities, and operating system used. Selecting Auto Detected enables your computers BIOS to determine the best operating mode for the hard disk drives installed. Standard CHS limits IDE hard disk drive capacity of 528 MB regardless of the size of the drive used.  Logical block should be used if your hard disk drive and operating system supports logical block addressing (LBA) or uses the BIOS to access the drive. Extended CHS should be used if your hard disk drive is larger than 528 MB and does not support LBA.
Multiple sector setting	Disabled 4 8 Auto detected	These settings control the number of sectors that are transferred by an IDE hard disk drive per interrupt generated. Disabled generates an interrupt for each sector transferred. Auto Detected causes x number of sectors to be transferred per interrupt, where x is the maximum value supported by the hard disk drive.
Fast Programmed I/O modes	Disabled Auto detected	This option controls the speed in which the programmed I/O (PIO) transfers occur on the PCI IDE interface. Transfers occur at an un-optimized (mode 0) speed if Disabled is selected. Transfer occur at the rate in which the hard disk drive reports as its maximum (up to and including the maximum mode 3 timing) if Auto Detected is selected. Select Disabled if your hard disk drive does not function properly with advanced timings.
Language	English . . .	Controls the language of text strings used in Setup and the BIOS.  Any installed language appears as an option in its own language.  For example, German appears as Deutch.  Also, only installed languages appear as options.
Boot Options Sub-Menu		Selecting this option displays the following boot options sub-menu.
Boot up sequence	C: first, then A: A: first, then C: C: only A: only	Determines your computers boot sequence.
System cache	Disabled Enabled	Controls both the primary and secondary caches. Selecting Disabled hurts overall computer performance.  However, you might need to select Disabled when running software that uses timing loops and needs to slow down to execute properly.
Boot speed	Turbo De-turbo	Controls your computers CPU cycles.   Selecting De-turbo mode slows the CPU by disabling your computers cache and adding increased refresh cycles. It does not reduce CPU speed.
Num Lock	Off On	Turns on or off the numlock feature each time your computer boots.
Setup prompt	Disabled Enabled	Controls whether or not the Press <F1> Key To Enter Setup message appears each time your computer boots. This options does not control access, just the message.
Hard disk pre-delay	Disabled 1 second 2 seconds 3 seconds 4 seconds 5 seconds 6 seconds 7 seconds	Delays the BIOSs attempt to initialize the first IDE drive in your computer.  The delay value is determined by the amount of time it takes for a hard disk drive to spin up to speed.
Typematic rate programming	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables the following typematic options.
Video mode	Not user selectable	Displays the detected video mode.
Mouse	Not user selectable	If computer supports a PS/2 style mouse, and a mouse is installed, this field is displayed.
Base memory	Not user selectable	Displays the amount of base (conventional) memory each time your computer boots
Extended memory	Not user selectable	Displays the amount of extended memory each time your computer boots


Starion 400/500 Advanced Chip Set Control

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Post I/O writes	Disabled Enabled	Enabling this option increases your computers performance
PCI slot 1/2 latency timer	Default 8 10 18 20 ... F0 F8	Enables you to set the PCI latency timer (in PCI clocks) for each PCI device
VGA palette snoop	Enabled	Use with VGA and non-VGA compatible PCI add-in cards to inform card not to claim VGA palette writes
	Disabled	Use to inform VGA and non-VGA compatible add-in cards to claim VGA palette writes


Starion 700 Advanced Menu

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Processor type	Not user selectable	Displays the installed CPU type.
Processor speed	Not user selectable	Displays the installed CPU speed.
Cache size	Not user selectable	Displays the installed cache size.
Peripheral Configuration Sub-Menu
Configuration mode	Auto Manual	Controls whether onboard resources are manually or automatically setup.  Resources include:  IDE drives, diskette drives, serial and parallel ports, etc..
PCI IDE interface	Enabled Disabled	Allows you to enable or disable the PCI IDE interface.
Standard ISA IDE interface	Enabled Disabled	Allows you to enable or disable the Standard ISA IDE interface.
Floppy interface	Enabled Disabled	Allows you to enable or disable the floppy interface.
Serial port 1 address	Disabled COM1, 3F8h COM2, 2F8h COM3, 3E8h COM4, 2E8h	Enables or disables the first onboard serial port at the specified address.
Serial port 2 address	Disabled COM1, 3F8h COM2, 2F8h COM3, 3E8h COM4, 2E8h	Enables or disables the first onboard serial port at the specified address.
Parallel port address	Disabled LPT3, 3BCh LPT1, 378h LPT2, 278h	Sets the onboard parallel port mode.
Parallel port mode	Compatible Extended	Compatible - standard printer connection Extended - Extended capabilities port mode
Serial port 1 IRQ	Interrupt used	Displays the interrupt used by the serial port.
Serial port 2 IRQ	Interrupt used	Displays the interrupt used by the serial port.
Parallel port IRQ	Interrupt used	Displays the interrupt used by the parallel port.
Advanced Chipset Configuration Sub-Menu
Base memory size	640 KB 512 KB	Sets your computers base memory size.
ISA bus speed	Compatible Enhanced	External Frequency   Compatible   Enhanced 60 MHz                       7.5 MHz        10 MHz 66 MHz                       8.25 MHz      11 MHz
Byte merging	Enabled Disabled	Enabling this option increases performance for older applications that write to video memory in bytes instead of words.  Note that not all PCI video cards support this option.
PCI IDE prefetch buffers	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables a set of prefetch buffers in the PCI IDE controller.
ISA LFB size	Disabled 1 MB 3 MB 7 MB	The ISA video linear frame buffer size creates a hole in your computers memory map.  Accesses made to addresses within this hole are directed to the ISA bus instead of main memory. Disable this option if you are using an ISA card with memory greater than 64 KB that needs to be accessed by the CPU, and if you are not using Plug and Play runtime utilities.
ISA LFB base address	Not user selectable	Displays the starting address of the ISA memory hole if a value other than Disabled is chosen for the ISA Video LFB Size parameter.
Video palette snoop	Disabled Enabled	Controls the ability of a PCI graphics video card to snoop write cycles to an ISA video cards color palette registers.
Latency timer (PCI clocks)	0 - 256	Controls the length of time an agent on the PCI bus can hold the bus when another agent has requested the bus.  The default value is 66.


Starion 400/500 Integrated Peripherals

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Mouse port	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables the mouse port
Parallel port	Auto Disabled 3BC, IRQ 7 378, IRQ 7 278, IRQ 5	Enables or disables the onboard port at the specified address
Parallel port mode		Sets the onboard parallel port mode
	Compatible mode	Compatible mode - standard printer connection
	Bi-directional mode	Bi-directional mode - PS/2 compatible mode and able to receive data
Serial port 1	Auto Disabled 3F8, IRQ 4 2F8, IRQ 3 3E8, IRQ4 2E8, IRQ3	Enables or disables onboard serial port 1 at the specified address
Serial port 2	Auto Disabled 3F8, IRQ 4 2F8, IRQ 3 3E8, IRQ4 2E8, IRQ3	Enables or disables onboard serial port 2 at the specified address
Diskette controller	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables the onboard diskette controller
Exchange diskette drives	Disabled Enabled	Enables you to logically exchange physical diskette drive designations
Diskette write protection	Disabled Enabled	Enables or disables the selected diskette drives write protect option
IDE adapter 0/1	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables the onboard IDE controller


NOTE

If your computer is connected to a network, see your System Administrator.


Large Disk Access Mode

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Large disk access mode	DOS Other	Select DOS if you have MS-DOS installed.  Select Other if you have another operating system installed


NOTE

A large disk drive constitutes one that has more than 1024 cylinders, 16 heads, or 63 tracks per sector.


Power Options

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Power management	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables your computers power management options
Monitor suspend timer	Disabled 1 min. 5 min. 10 min. 20 min. 30 min.	Allows you to disable the monitor suspend feature or after a set period of keyboard, mouse, or keyboard controller inactivity, allows you to place the monitor in a suspend state (minimum power saving state)
Monitor off timer	Disabled 1 min. 5 min. 10 min. 20 min. 30 min.	Allows you to disable the monitor off feature or after a set period of keyboard or mouse inactivity, allows you to place the monitor in an off state (one-half power saving state)
Hard disk suspend timer	Enabled Disabled	Allows you to disable or enable the hard disk suspend timer feature or after a set period of disk drive inactivity (approximately 21 minutes), allows the hard disk drive to spin down its motor to save power
System suspend timer	Disabled 30 min. 1 hour 1.5 hours 2 hours 3 hours 6 hours 12 hours	Allows you to disable the system suspend feature or after a set period of computer inactivity, allows you to place the computer in a suspend state (maximum power saving state)
Quick suspend	Enabled Disabled	Enabling this option allows you to put your computer in suspend mode by pressing [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Esc]


Starion 400/500 Security Options

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Supervisor password is	Not user selectable	Tells you whether or not the supervisor's password is enabled or disabled
User password is	Not user selectable	Tells you whether or not the user's password is enabled or disabled
Set supervisor password	Press [Enter]	Enables you to set a supervisor password
Set user password	Press [Enter]	Enables you to set a user password
Password on boot	Enabled Disabled	Enables or disables the enter password on boot option
Diskette access	Supervisor User	Enables you to control who has access to diskette drives
Fixed disk boot sector	Normal Write protect	Enables you to write protect the boot sector on your hard disk drive
System backup reminder	Disabled Daily Weekly Monthly	Enables or disables the system backup reminder message
Virus check reminder	Disabled Daily Weekly Monthly	Enables or disables the virus check reminder message


Starion 700 Security Options

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
User password is	Disabled Enabled	Tells you whether or not the user password is enabled or disabled. If neither the User Password Is or the Administrative Password Is options are set to Enabled, the Unattended Start or Security Hot Key options are not displayed.
Administrative password is	Disabled Enabled	Tells you whether or not the administrative password is enabled or disabled. If neither the User Password Is or the Administrative Password Is options are set to Enabled, the Unattended Start or Security Hot Key options are not displayed.
Set user password	Press [Enter]	Follow the instructions on your screen to set a user password.
Set administrative password	Press [Enter]	Follow the instructions on your screen to set an administrative password.
Unattended start	Enabled Disabled	Controls when a user password is required. If set to Disabled, the user password is required before your computer boots from either a hard disk drive or network. If set to Enabled, a user password is required before your computer completes its boot sequence.
Security hot key	Alpha-numeric key	Defines a key that works in conjunction with [CTRL] + [ALT] to secure your computer from an unauthorized access.


NOTE

Entering Setup with a supervisor password provides full access to all BIOS Setup utility menus.


NOTE

Entering Setup with a user password restricts access to certain BIOS Setup utility menus.

Also, this option requires prior setting of the supervisor password.


NOTE

This option requires prior setting of the supervisor/user password.


Starion 700 Setup Exit Menu

Menu Fields	Settings	Comments
Exit saving changes		Saves current changes and exits Setup.
Exit discarding changes		Discards changes and exits Setup.
Load Setup defaults		Loads Setup default values for all fields except passwords.
Discard changes		Discards changes to Setup fields without exiting Setup.


BIOS

Basic Input/Output System

Allows you to restore or update your computer's BIOS via software.

A recovery diskette should always be prepared before attempting to upgrade the BIOS.  This diskette contains a BIOS image and a program to load the image into flash memory.


Related Material

Starion 400/500/700 Quick Setup	ER-902AA-IA.A01 (English)

Starion 400/500 User's Guide	ER-902AA-UA.A01 (English)
Starion 700 User's Guide Supplement	ER-903AA-UA.A01 (English)


Glossary

BIOS

SIMM

static electricity


Expanding Your Computer

Basics

Tools Needed

Before You Begin

Components

Computer Components

Expansion Slots

Main Logic Board

Mass Storage Devices

Voltage Select Switch

Service Procedures

FRU List (Part Numbers)


Service Procedures

Preparation

Removing Cover

Replacing the Cover

Installation

Installing Additional Computer Memory

Installing Expansion Boards

Installing External Cache Memory

Installing a Higher Performance CPU

Installing SIMMs

Installing Video Memory

Installing a 5¼-Inch Device

Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices

Removal

Removing the 3½-Inch Diskette Drive

Removing a 5¼-Inch Device

Removing Expansion Boards

Removing the Main Logic Board

Removing the Power Supply

Removing the Riser Card & Bracket

Removing SIMMs

Replacement

Replacing the Computer Battery


Tools Needed

The following tools are recommended:

•	A Phillips screwdriver

•	An antistatic wrist strap (recommended, but not required)

	WARNING  See also Static Electricity


Before You Begin

Before removing the cover, do the following:

1.	Turn off power to all external devices connected to computer.

2.	Turn computer off.

3.	Unplug power cord from wall outlet.

4.	Disconnect power cord and monitor cord from computer.

	WARNING  See also Static Electricity


Removing Cover

	WARNING You might injure yourself or damage your computer if you attempt to remove the cover before unplugging ac and monitor power cords.
	CAUTION When cover is removed, do not insert foreign objects into vent openings of power supply.
The computer's cover must be removed prior to installing any hardware option.  To remove the cover:

1.	Loosen and remove three screws along perimeter of rear panel to release cover from chassis.

2.	Carefully slide cover toward front of chassis until it clears rear panel.

3.	Carefully lift cover from chassis.


Computer Components

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Legend - Computer Components

A	Power supply
B	Main logic board
C	Front access 3½-inch diskette drive
D	Front access tape drive
E	Front access CD-ROM
F	Bottom front access drive bay
G	Internal drive bay
H	Riser card (supports up to four expansion boards; three ISA and one PCI or two ISA and two PCI
I	FAX/modem/sound card


Expansion Slots

Your Starion 400/500/700 computer contains five slots for installing up to four ISA or PCI expansion boards (refer to the following Table).  These five slots are located on your computer's riser card.  Note that the Fax/Modem/Sound card occupies ISA slot J6.

	NOTE:  When installing expansion boards, always read the accompanying documentation for computer memory address and IRQ requirements.  Compare that information to the computer memory and IRQ requirements in Appendix C, Device Mapping.  If conflicts are detected, you must configure the expansion board to alternate settings.
Expansion Slot Types & Locations


Expansion Slot Types & Locations

Expansion Slot Number	Slot Type	Description
J7 and J9	ISA	Supports full-length industry-standard 16-bit ISA expansion boards
J6	ISA	Supports full-length industry-standard 16-bit ISA expansion boards Designated as a shared slot with PCI slot J4(1)
J4	PCI	Supports full-length 32-bit PCI local bus expansion boards Designated as a shared slot with ISA slot J6(1)
J3	PCI	Supports full-length 32-bit PCI local bus expansion boards


NOTE

Only one expansion board can reside in slot J6 and J4 at any one time.  These slots have to share the slot opening at the rear panel


Main Logic Board

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Legend - Starion 400/500 Main Logic Board

A	IDE drive connector
B	Mouse and keyboard connectors
C	Serial port connectors
D	Parallel port connector
E	Riser card connector
F	Computer battery
G	Four 36-bit SIMM sockets
H	Diskette drive connector
I	Two external cache sockets
J	CPU socket
K	VGA feature connector (output only)
L	Two video memory sockets
M	Video port connector
N	5 V dc power supply connector


Legend - Starion 700 Main Logic Board

A	Diskette drive connector
B	Mouse and keyboard connectors
C	Serial port connectors
D	Parallel port connector
E	Riser card connector
F	Flash BIOS
G	Computer battery
H	Four 32-bit SIMM sockets
I	PCI-IDE drive connector
J	CPU socket
K	VGA feature connector (output only)
L	Two video memory sockets
M	Video port connector
N	5 V dc power supply connector
O	ISA-IDE drive connector


Mass Storage Devices

Your Starion 400/500/700 computer contains five mass storage device bays:

The top device bay contains a factory installed  3½-inch diskette drive.

The second device bay contains a factory installed tape backup drive.

The third device bay contains a factory installed CD-ROM.

The fourth device bay can hold a 5¼-inch half-height device.  For example, a diskette drive or hard disk drive.

The internal device bay is not accessible from the front of the computer and contains a factory installed, low-profile, 3½-inch hard disk drive.

The following procedures and illustrations show a base computer configuration.  Your specific drive bay configurations and storage devices might vary.

See also:	Computer Components


Voltage Select Switch

	CAUTION The voltage selection switch must match the voltage supplied by your power outlet.  In North America 115 volts is common.  In other countries 230 volts is common.  Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to the correct voltage.  If it is not set correctly, you can damage your computer.

In most cases, your computers voltage select switch is set at the factory for the proper ac input power source available in your specific country.


Installing Additional Computer Memory

Adding more memory allows your computer to run larger, more complicated software and run it quicker.

Your Starion 400/500 computer comes with at least 8 MB of memory.  You can increase this amount up to 128 MB of additional memory (not including the 8 MB).

	NOTE:   Some Starion computers do not support up to 128 MB of memory.  If provided, refer to model specific supplemental information.
However, when adding additional memory make sure you:

Install 32-bit SIMMs having an access time of 70 ns or less.SIMMs must be installed in pairs.  Banks 0 and 1 must always be filled before banks 2 and 3.

You cannot mix SIMM sizes within pairs of banks.  For example, you cannot install a 1 MB SIMM in bank 0 and a 4 MB SIMM in bank 1.

If you choose to mix SIMM sizes, make sure the SIMMs that have the lower capacity are installed in banks 0 and 1.

	NOTE:  36-bit SIMMs will also work, however, the four parity checking bits are not supported.
See also:	Installing SIMMs
Starion 400/500 Memory Configurations

Your Starion 700m computer comes with 8 MB of memory hardwired to the main logic board.  You can increase this amount up to 72 MB by installing either 32-bit non-parity or 36-bit parity SIMM modules in SIMM sockets J6D1 and J5D1.

	CAUTION: Do not attempt to install SIMM modules in SIMM sockets J7D1 and J6D2 (bank 0).  The factory-installed 3½-inch diskette drive covers these sockets.  Damage to SIMM modules can result by forcing them into these sockets.
When adding additional memory, make sure:

Both the J6D1 and J5D1 SIMM sockets (bank 1) are filled.

Your computer automatically detects the amount of memory installed, so having bank 0 depopulated does not affect how memory is counted.

SIMMs have an access time of 70 ns or less.

You fill both sockets using the same SIMM size, type, and speed.  Supported SIMM sizes: 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, and 32 MB.

See also:	Installing SIMMs

Starion 700 Memory Configurations


Starion 400/500 Memory Configurations

Bank 0	Bank 1	Bank 2	Bank 3	Total
1 MB	1 MB			2 MB
2 MB	2 MB			4 MB
4 MB	4 MB			8 MB
8 MB	8 MB			16 MB
16 MB	16 MB			32 MB
32 MB	32 MB			64 MB
1 MB	1 MB	1 MB	1 MB	4 MB
1 MB	1 MB	2 MB	2 MB	6 MB
2 MB	2 MB	2 MB	2 MB	8 MB
1 MB	1 MB	4 MB	4 MB	10 MB
2 MB	2 MB	4 MB	4 MB	12 MB
4 MB	4 MB	4 MB	4 MB	16 MB
1 MB	1 MB	8 MB	8 MB	18 MB
2 MB	2 MB	8 MB	8 MB	20 MB
4 MB	4 MB	8 MB	8 MB	24 MB
8 MB	8 MB	8 MB	8 MB	32 MB
1 MB	1 MB	16 MB	16 MB	34 MB
2 MB	2 MB	16 MB	16 MB	36 MB
4 MB	4 MB	16 MB	16 MB	40 MB
8 MB	8 MB	16 MB	16 MB	48 MB
16 MB	16 MB	16 MB	16 MB	64 MB
1 MB	1 MB	32 MB	32 MB	66 MB
2 MB	2 MB	32 MB	32 MB	68 MB
4 MB	4 MB	32 MB	32 MB	72 MB
8 MB	8 MB	32 MB	32 MB	80 MB
16 MB	16 MB	32 MB	32 MB	96 MB
32 MB	32 MB	32 MB	32 MB	128 MB


Starion 700 Memory Configurations

Main Logic Board	J6D1	J5D1	Total
8 MB			8 MB
8 MB	4 MB	4 MB	16 MB
8 MB	8 MB	8 MB	24 MB
8 MB	16 MB	16 MB	40 MB
8 MB	32 MB	32 MB	72 MB


Installing Expansion Boards

	NOTE:  When installing expansion boards, always read the accompanying documentation for computer memory address and IRQ requirements.  Compare that information to the computer memory and IRQ requirements in Appendix C, Device Mapping.  If conflicts are detected, you must configure the expansion board to alternate settings.
To install an ISA or PCI local bus expansion board:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Unscrew and remove the metal filler plate from selected expansion slot.

Carefully remove the plastic filler panel(s) from the rear panel.

5.	Insert new expansion board into socket.

Push expansion board firmly into place.

6.	Secure expansion board to slot using screw removed in step 4.

7.	Replace cover.

8.	Connect external devices and restore power.

See also:	Installing SIMMs


Installing External Cache Memory

Starion 500 computers come with two 128 KB external cache modules installed at the factory.  You can increase this amount up to 512 KB (using two 256 KB modules) or 1 MB (using two 512 KB modules).  However, you will need to remove the existing 128 KB external cache modules.

Starion 400 computers do not ship with any external cache.  However, you can optionally install up to 1 MB of external cache memory using two 512 KB external cache modules.  Note that two other upgrades are available for your Starion 400 computer:  256 KB (using two 128 KB external cache modules) and 512 KB (using two 256 KB external cache modules).

Starion 700 computers come with two 128 KB external cache modules installed at the factory.  External cache cannot be upgraded.

To install a new external cache module

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove old external cache module.

5.	Install new external cache module.

6.	Replace cover.

7.	Connect external devices and restore power.

8.	If necessary, run BIOS Setup utility and enable external cache option.

See also:	Configuring Your Computer
Replacing the Cover


Installing a Higher Performance CPU

Your Starion 400/500 main logic board is equipped with an Intel Pentium 60 MHz processor installed in a ZIF socket.

Your Starion 700 main logic board is designed to operate with the 90 MHz Intel Pentiom processor installed in a ZIF socket.

Contact your computer reseller for future processor upgrade availability and ordering information for your computer.

See Main Logic Board  for the locations of the CPU sockets.

To install a higher performance CPU:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	If present, disconnect heat sync fan power connector.

	NOTE:   CPU heat syncs vary in appearance.  Some heat syncs have different types of cooling fins.  Others might be equipped with a cooling fan assembly.  As a result, your CPU heat sync configuration might vary from the one shown in the figure.
5.	Remove heat sync and fan assembly from CPU by releasing plastic retaining clips (two at the top and two at the bottom).

6.	Lift up on lever to release old CPU.

Remove old CPU.

7.	Install new CPU.

Make sure pin 1 on CPU is aligned with pin 1 on ZIF socket.

8.	Return release lever to its original position and then set all appropriate CPU jumpers (see Main Logic Board Jumpers)

9.	Replace cover.

10.	Connect external devices and restore power.

See also:	Replacing the Cover


Installing SIMMs

	CAUTION Use care when installing SIMMs. The retaining clips on the sockets break easily if the SIMM is not seated correctly.
1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Install SIMM into socket at a 45 degree angle.

Make sure notch is oriented as shown.  Rock SIMM gently until it seats evenly into bottom of socket.  Tip SIMM upright until both retaining clips engage.

5.	Replace cover.

6.	Connect external devices and restore power.

7.	Reboot your computer and run the BIOS Setup utility to configure it for additional memory.

See also:	Replacing the Cover


Installing Video Memory

Your Starion 400/500 computer comes with a standard 1 MB of video memory.  You can increase this amount to 2 MB by installing a 1 MB video memory DRAM chip in the designated_socket on the main logic board.

Your Starion 700 Computer comes with a standard 1 MB of video memory.  You can increase this amount to 2 MB by installing an additional 1 MB of video memory.  The additional video memory installs into sockets U2J1 and U3J1 on the main logic board.  Each socket holds a 256 KB x 16, 70 ns (or faster), fast page-mode video DRAM chip.  Note that both sockets must be filled.

To install the video memory upgrade chip:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove upgrade chip from packaging and install in socket.

5.	Replace cover.

6.	Connect external devices and restore power.

7.	Reboot your computer to configure it for additional video memory.


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Installing a 5¼-Inch Device

The following procedures describe how to install 5¼-inch device into the fourth device bay.

	NOTE:   Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for your device to determine if switches or jumper settings need to be set or installed on the device.  Set all switch and jumper settings accordingly.
1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove and save metal filler panel.

5.	Slide 5¼-inch device into device bay and secure with supplied screws.

6.	 Connect power and data cables to 5¼-inch device.

See also:	Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices


Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices

Refer to the specific data cable connection topics listed below for illustrations of the relevant connections.

	NOTE If only one IDE device is installed, make sure you use the ribbon cable connector furthest from the main logic board connector. Also, if you have IDE devices installed in both internal drive bays, make sure that the ribbon cable has no twists between the two IDE drives.
To connect diskette and IDE devices, perform the following:

1.	Connect supplied ribbon cable to device.

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2.	Connect a power cable to device.

3.	Replace cover.   Refer to Replacing and Locking the Cover, later in this chapter.

4.	Connect external devices and restore power.

5.	Run BIOS Setup utility to configure computer.

See also:	Diskette and IDE Data Cable Connections
Configuring Your Computer


NOTE

Make sure cable is connected with correct orientation.  Most cables and sockets are keyed so you cannot connect them backwards.  If your cable or device is not keyed, you must connect pin 1 of cable to pin 1 of device's socket.

Pin 1 of cable is on edge with colored stripe.  Pin 1 of device's socket should be marked with a number or symbol at one end of socket or with a number or symbol printed on circuit board near one end of socket.  If necessary, refer to the device's documentation for pin 1 orientation..


Diskette and IDE Data Cable Connections

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Legend - Diskette  and IDE Data Cable Connections

Figure  Legend	Diskette Drive  Component
A	Power supply
B	Power connection
C	Diskette and tape drive connections
D	IDE and CD-ROM drive connections
E	Main logic board diskette drive connection
F	Main logic board IDE drive connection


Removing the 3½-Inch Diskette Drive

To remove the 3½-inch diskette drive:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove two screws securing the diskette drive to front panel.

5.	Disconnect power cable.

6.	Slightly lift front of drive to clear front panel and slide diskette drive out of the front of the chassis.

7	Disconnect ribbon cable.

Refer to Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices.


Removing a 5¼-Inch Device

To remove a 5¼-inch device:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove four screws securing the device to device bay.

5.	Disconnect power and data/audio cables.

Refer to Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices.

6.	Slide device out of the front of the chassis.


Removing the IDE Hard Disk Drive

To remove the IDE hard disk drive:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove metal filler plate.

5.	Remove four screws securing hard disk drive to device bay.

6.	Disconnect power and ribbon cables.

7.	Slide drive toward rear of computer to clear guide tab on left side.

8.	Lift front of device up and over guide tab and slide drive out of the front of the chassis.

Refer to Connecting Diskette and IDE Devices


Removing Expansion Boards

To remove an expansion board:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove screw securing metal bracket to expansion slot.

5.	Gently pull board upward.


Removing Main Logic Board
Removing the Main Logic Board

 Starion 700 Main Logic Board

To remove the main logic board:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove all expansion boards.

5.	Remove the riser card and bracket.

6.	Remove cables from all connectors.

7.	Remove six screws from standoffs and pull the board out.


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Removing Power Supply
Removing the Power Supply

To remove the power supply:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Disconnect power supply cabling from main logic board noting the proper orientation.

5.	Disconnect power supply cables from all devices.

6.	Loosen two screws securing power on/off switch to chassis.

6.	Remove screws securing power supply to chassis (bracket on bottom of case (one) and rear panel (four).

7.	Remove power supply and power on/off switch from the chassis.


Removing Riser Card & Bracket

To remove the riser card and bracket:

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Remove all expansion boards.

5.	Remove screws securing bracket to front panel and expansion slot panel.

5.	Carefully pull bracket and riser card from computer.


Removing SIMMs

To remove SIMMs

1.	Turn off your computer.

2.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3.	Remove cover.

4.	Press retaining clips out.

5.	Push SIMM down and pull out.


Replacing the Computer Battery

Your Starion 400/500 computer battery runs the computer clock and retains any setup information when it is turned off.  If your computer ever fails to retain the correct date, time, or configuration settings when it is turned on, you need to replace your computers battery.

Your Starion 700 computer battery is integrated with the real-time clock (RTC)/CMOS RAM in a Dallas DS12887 device.  This device is hardwired to the Main Logic Board

If your computer ever fails to retain the correct date, time, or configuration settings when it is turned on, you need to replace your computers battery.

To replace the  Starion 400/500 battery, perform the following:

	WARNING  Depending on your locality, your computers battery might be considered hazardous waste.  Make sure you follow any state or local statute to properly dispose of the old battery.
1.	Record computer configuration settings using the BIOS Setup utility.

2.	Turn off your computer.

3.	Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

4.	Remove cover.

5.	Carefully lift up on retaining clip and remove old battery.

6.	Install new battery.

When installing new battery, make sure + side faces up.

7.	Replace cover.

8.	Connect external devices and restore power.

9.	Run BIOS Setup utility to reconfigure computer using recorded configuration settings from step 1.

See also:	Configuring Your Computer
Replacing the Cover


Replacing the Cover

To replace and lock your computers cover:

1.	Place cover on chassis.

2.	Carefully slide cover toward rear of chassis.

2.	Secure cover to chassis using previously removed screws.


SIMM

Single In-line Memory Module


static electricity

Static electricity collects on non-conductors such as paper, cloth, or plastic.  A static discharge can cause damage even though you cannot see or feel it.

To prevent damage to circuit boards and/or components:

•	Before touching any circuit board or component, touch the metal frame of your computer to discharge any static electricity.

•	Keep circuit boards and components away from non-conductors.

•	Keep clothing away from circuit boards and components.

•	Keep circuit boards in anti-static bags.


FRU List (Part Numbers)

Part #	Description

17-00083-39	Power cord

17-03460-07	Flat cable, 34-pin

17-03461-08	Cable assembly, 40-pin

21-40866-02	80486DX2-66-MHz CPU

21-48460-01	Pentium 60-MHz CPU

21-48735-01	Pentium 90-MHz CPU

30-42250-33	Power supply, 200-W

30-43435-01	LOWS condenser microphone

30-43437-01	Sound card/modem

30-43438-01	Phone cable, RJ11

30-43439-01	CD ROM audio cable

30-43444-01	Tape drive, Colorado Memory, DJ-20

54-21225-EA	4x8 1x32-bit, 70-ns DRAM

54-23578-01	5-slot riser card

54-22709-01	Main logic board, Starion 400/500

54-22711-01	Main logic board, Starion 700

70-31910-01	Shield assembly, EMC

74-49161-01	Master key

74-49246-01	Power on/off button

74-49406-01	Lock, key

FR-PC75M-BB	Cache SIMM 128-K 5-V

PCXAL-NA	102-key PS/2, enhanced keyboard

PCXBV-RA	Monitor, 14-inch, LITE-ON 1548

RE27-E	Hard disk drive, 730-MB, IDE

RE36C-E	Hard disk drive, 540-MB, IDE

RRD20-AA	CD-ROM drive, 2x

RX23L-AA	3½-inch, 1.44-MB floppy disk drive


Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

These topics provide initial troubleshooting procedures and tables listing specific problems, probable causes, and recommended actions to take if your computer fails after you configure it or after you install optional hardware or software.

Refer to the documentation supplied with additional options if you are experiencing problems with specific options that you have installed.

•	Initial Troubleshooting

•	Computer Troubleshooting

•	Disk Drive Troubleshooting

•	Monitor Troubleshooting

See also:	Computer Messages


Initial Troubleshooting

Follow these general procedures to troubleshoot your Starion 400/500 computer.

	NOTE If you need to return a failed component, pack it in its original container and return it to Digital for service.  If you are a self-maintenance customer, call your Digital service representative for assistance and recommendations.
•	Press [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del].  If your computer fails to boot, turn it off, wait until all hard disk drives spin down completely, and then turn it back on.

•	If the POST detects an error refer to Computer Messages and take the appropriate steps to correct the problem.  After the problem has been resolved, restart the computer.

•	Run the BIOS Setup utility.

•	Make sure all necessary changes have been made to the CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files

•	Make sure all necessary video, printer, and application device drivers are properly installed.

•	Ensure that all cables and connections are secure.

•	Run the diagnostic software.

•	Contact Digital Services for software or hardware related problems.

•	Have your System Utility and Remote Support diskette available for phone instructions from a Digital service representative.

If these steps do not identify and/or correct the problem, perform the specific troubleshooting procedures appropriate to the circumstances..

See also:	 Configuring Your Computer


Computer Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Action
No response when the computer is turned on.	Computer is not plugged in.	Turn off the computer, plug it in, and then turn it back on again.
	No power at the wall outlet.	Use another wall outlet.
	Main logic board  failure.	Replace main logic board.
	Main logic board jumpers incorrectly set.	Set all appropriate jumpers (Refer toMain Logic Board Jumpers ).
	CPU has failed.	Replace CPU.
Power is on, but there is no screen display.	Brightness and contrast controls are not correctly set.	Adjust the brightness and contrast controls.
	Monitor is off.	Turn on the monitor.
	Monitor cable is incorrectly installed.	Check all monitor connections.
	Incorrect VGA drivers installed.	Install the correct VGA drivers.  Refer to Chapter 3.
	Video controller has failed.	Replace the video controller.
Computer operates incorrectly after installing optional expansion board.	Expansion board installed incorrectly.	Remove expansion board and reinstall.
	Did not run ICU to configure expansion board before installation.	Run the ICU to properly configure expansion board and then reboot your computer.
	Expansion board has failed.	Remove expansion board and reboot.  If computer boots without errors, replace expansion board.
Computer operates incorrectly after installing optional SIMMs.	SIMMs installed incorrectly.	Remove SIMMs and reinstall.
	SIMMs have failed.	Remove SIMMs and reinstall. Make sure sockets 0 and 1 and sockets 2 and 3 are filled with the same SIMM size, speed, and type.  Refer to Installing SIMMs  Replace SIMMs.
Computer operates incorrectly after installing optional external cache module.	External cache module installed incorrectly.	Remove external cache module and reinstall.
	External cache module has failed.	Replace external cache module.
Computer fails to retain setup information.	Computer battery has failed.	Replace computer battery.
Computer does not boot from an IDE hard disk drive.	Operating system software is not installed on the IDE hard disk drive.	Install the appropriate operating system.
	IDE hard disk drive is not correctly formatted or the requested partition does not exist.	Format the IDE hard disk drive or partition the IDE hard disk drive using the supplied operating system software.
	There is no software on the requested partition.	Install software on the requested partition.
	IDE hard disk drive jumpers incorrectly set.	Refer to the supplied IDE hard disk drive kit installation instructions.
	IDE drive type incorrect.	Run the BIOS Setup utility to identify the correct drive type. See drive type label on drive or consult drive documentation.
	Loose cables.	Secure all cable connections.
	Onboard IDE interface disabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the IDE controller option to Enabled.
Computer does not recognize an internal or external SCSI device.	SCSI device jumpers incorrectly set.	Refer to the supplied SCSI device kit installation instructions.
	SCSI ID conflicts.	Refer to the supplied SCSI device kit installation in-structions on setting SCSI IDs.
	Terminating resistors not removed from the SCSI device.	Remove terminating resistors. Refer to the supplied kit installation instructions.
	SCSI cable not terminated.	Terminate each end of the SCSI cable.
	SCSI adapter failure.	Replace SCSI adapter.
Computer does not boot from an internal SCSI hard disk drive.	Operating system software is not installed on the SCSI hard disk drive.	Install the appropriate operating system.
	Requested partition does not exist.	Partition the SCSI hard disk drive and then reload the operating software.
	Computer not configured for SCSI hard disk drive operation.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the IDE controller option to Disabled.  This disables the IDE interface. Note:  If you have both IDE and SCSI hard disk drives installed, your computer uses the IDE hard disk drive as the boot device.
Computer does not boot from a target diskette drive.	Drive ID incorrectly set.	Make sure the drive ID is correctly set (refer to the documentation supplied with your diskette drive).
	Diskette drive not enabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility to enable the diskette drive.
	Onboard diskette controller disabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the diskette controller option to Enabled.
	Diskette boot option disabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set and set the proper boot sequence."
	Diskette does not contain start-up files.	Insert a diskette with the correct start-up files.
	Diskette drive is empty.	Insert a diskette that contains an operating system.
	Diskette is worn or damaged.	Try another diskette.
	Loose cables.	Secure all cable connections.
No response to keyboard commands.	Keyboard is password protected.	Enter the keyboard password.
	Keyboard is not connected.	Power down the computer and connect the keyboard.
	Keyboard is connected to the mouse port.	Power down the computer and connect the keyboard to the keyboard port.
No response to mouse commands.	Mouse is password protected.	Enter the keyboard and mouse password.
	Mouse is not connected.	Power down the computer and connect the mouse.
	Mouse is connected to the keyboard port.	Power down the computer and connect the mouse to the mouse port.
	Mouse driver not installed.	Install the appropriate mouse driver.  Refer to your supplied application software documentation.


Disk Drive Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Action
IDE/SCSI hard disk drive cannot read or write information.	Incorrect disk drive jumper settings.	Refer to the supplied kit installation instructions. .
	Loose or incorrectly installed cables.	Make sure all cables are correctly installed.
	IDE/SCSI hard disk drive is not correctly formatted or partitioned.	Format and partition as required using the supplied operating system
	IDE drive type incorrect.	Run the BIOS Setup utility to identify the correct drive type
	Onboard IDE interface disabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the IDE controller option to Enabled.
Target diskette drive cannot read or write information	Diskette is not formatted.	Format the diskette.
	Diskette is worn or damaged.	Try another diskette.
	Diskette is write-protected.	Slide the write-protect switch so the hole is not visible (3½-inch diskette) or uncover the writeprotect notch (5¼-inch diskette).
	Diskette drive is empty.	Insert a diskette.
	Onboard diskette controller disabled.	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the diskette controller option to Enabled.
	Diskette write protection is enabled	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the diskette write protection to Disabled.


Monitor Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Action
Monitor power indicator is not on.	Monitor is turned off.	Turn on the monitor.
	Power cord is not connected.	Connect the power cord to the computer.
	No power at wall outlet.	Use another outlet.
	Power indicator is defective.	Replace power indicator.
No screen display.	Configuration error.	Run the BIOS Setup utility to configure the computer for VGA operation.
	Monitor brightness and contrast controls are incorrectly set.	Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls.
	Monitor signal cable incorrectly installed.	Check cable connection. Straighten any bent connector pins and then reconnect.
No monitor display while loading Windows video drivers.	Monitor type incorrectly set.	Set the correct monitor type using the appropriate utility.  Refer to an appropriate Video Adapter User's Guide.
Distorted, rolling, or flickering screen display, or wrong/uneven color.	Monitor incorrectly adjusted.	Adjust accordingly.
	Monitor signal cable incorrectly installed.	Check cable connection. Straighten any bent connector pins and then reconnect.
Color monitor displaying monochrome.	Computer was turned on before the monitor was turned on.	Turn off the computer, turn on the monitor, then turn the computer back on.
	Video jumper incorrectly set.	Set the jumper for VGA operation.  (See Main Logic Board Jumpers ).
Monitor fails to switch to high-resolution mode.	Appropriate high-resolution video drivers are not installed or incorrectly installed.	Correctly install all appropriate high-resolution video drivers.  Refer to the documentation supplied with your monitor and/or video adapter.
Monitor display not centered while loading Windows video drivers.	Monitor type incorrectly set.	Set the correct monitor type.  Refer to the documentation supplied with your monitor and/or video adapter.


Technical Specifications

These topics provide information about the technical characteristics of the Starion 400/500/700 computers.

•	Computer Specifications

•	ISA Expansion Slots

•	PCI Local  Bus Expansion Slots

•	Power Supply and Input Power

•	Nominal Current Requirements

•	Main Logic Board Jumpers

•	Power Cord Requirements


CPU Specifications
Computer Specifications

The following sections list the Starion 400/500/700 computers CPU features, performance, dimensions and environmental specifications.

•	Starion 400/500/700 CPU Features

•	Dimensions

•	Environmental Specifications

•	Performance Specifications


Starion 400/500/700 CPU Features

Feature	Specification
Type/speed	Intel Pentium processor:  60 or 90 MHz
Wait state	2,1,1,1 at 60 MHz, 256 KB cache 0 wait state for writes
Secondary cache	Direct-mapped, write-back/write-through Starion 400:  0 KB standard (256 KB, 512 KB, or 1 MB optional) Starion 500: 256 KB standard (512 KB or 1 MB optional) Starion 700: Direct-mapped, write-back 256 KB standard (not upgradeable)
Internal cache	16 KB


Computer Dimensions
Dimensions

Dimension	Specification
Width	216 mm (8.5 in)
Length	418 mm (16.44 in)
Height	216 mm (14.5 in)
Weight	12.3 kg (27.1 lb)


Computer Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications

Attributes	Specification
Operating temperature	10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature	−20°C to 65°C (−4°F to 149°F)
Operating humidity (noncondensing)	10% to 90% relative humidity,  maximum wet bulb 40°C  (104°F)
Storage humidity (noncondensing)	5% to 95% relative humidity,  maximum wet bulb 65°C  (149°F)
Altitude   Operating   Nonoperating	2,438 m (8,000 ft) maximum 4,876 m (16,000 ft) maximum
Shipping vibration	IAW Federal Standard 101, method 5019
Nonoperating shock	30 G, 25 ms halfsine


Computer Performance Specifications
Performance Specifications

Attributes	Specification
Bus clock    ISA    PCI	7.5/8.33 MHz 30/33 MHz
Data I/O    ISA    PCI	8-bit and 16-bit 32-bit
Main logic board DRAM	Starion 400/700: 8 MB standard (expandable up to 128 MB, using 32 MB SIMMs) Starion 700: 8 MB standard (expandable up to 72 MB, using 32 MB SIMMs)
ROM BIOS size	128 KB


ISA Expansion Slots

The main logic board riser card contains two ISA expansion slots and one shared ISA/PCI expansion slot.  The maximum available +5 V dc current allowable to any expansion slot depends upon the following parameters:

Power supply capacity

The +5 V dc requirements of the main logic board

The +5 V dc requirements of the peripherals

The power demands of all other slots in use


PCI Local Bus Expansion Slots

The main logic board riser card contains one PCI local bus expansion slot and one shared ISA/PCI slot.  These slots support

5 V dc only PCI expansion boards

Standard power PCI expansion slots (up to 15 watts)

Bus mastering


Power Supply and Input Power Requirements

The power supply provides four dc voltages: +12 V dc, −12 V dc, +5 V dc, and −5 V dc.  These voltages are used by the various components within the computer. The following table lists the input power requirements.  Rated input current includes outlet current.

Rated  Voltage Range	Maximum Range	Rated Input Current	Operating Frequency Range
100 V ac - 120 V ac	90 V ac  - 135 V ac	5 A	47 Hz - 63 Hz
220 V ac - 240 V ac	180 V ac - 265 V ac	2.5 A	47 Hz - 63 Hz


Nominal Current Requirements

Starion 400/500 computers provide the following nominal current requirements:

•	+5 V	2 A min, 13 A max.

•	+12 V	0 A min, 3.5 A max.

•	-5 V	0 A min, 0.3 A max

•	−12 V 	0 A min, 0.3 A max


Power Cord Requirements

The power cord used with this computer must meet the following criteria:

UL and CSA Certified cordage rated for use at 250 V ac with a current rating that is at least 125% of the current rating of the product.  In Europe, the cordage must have the <HAR> mark.

The ac plug is terminated in a grounding-type male plug designed for use in the region.  It must also have marks showing certification by an agency acceptable in the region.

The connector at the computer end is an IEC type CEE-22 female connector.

The maximum length is 4.5 meters (14.5 feet).


Main Logic Board Jumpers

Jumper pins allow you to set specific computer parameters. They are set by changing the pin location of jumper blocks.  Note that the square pin of each jumper block is pin 1. A jumper block is a small plastic-encased conductor (shorting plug) that slips over the pins.  To change a jumper setting, remove the jumper from its current location with your fingers.  Place the jumper over the two pins designated for the desired setting.  Press the jumper evenly onto the pins.  Be careful not to bend the pins

	CAUTION Do not touch any electronic component unless you are safely grounded.  Wear a grounded wrist strap or touch an exposed metal part of the system box chassis.  A static discharge from your fingers can result in permanent damage to electronic components.
 Illustration

 Illustration

See also:	Starion 400/500 Main Logic Board Jumper Settings

Starion 700 Main Logic Board Jumper Settings


Starion 400/500 Main Logic Board Jumper Settings

Settings shown in blue italics  are factory defaults.

Feature	Description	Setting
Clear CMOS	Normal Clear CMOS	JP2, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP2, pins 2 and 3 jumpered
IRQ jumper	COM1 to IRQ4 COM1 to IRQ10 COM2 to IRQ3 COM2 to IRQ11 LPT1 to IRQ7 LPT1 to IRQ5 Not supported Not supported Not supported	JP3, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP3, pins 3 and 4 jumpered JP3, pins 5 and 6 jumpered JP3, pins 7 and 8 jumpered JP3, pins 9 and 10 jumpered JP3, pins 11 and 12 jumpered JP3, pins 13 and 14 jumpered JP3, pins 15 and 16 jumpered JP3, pins 16 and 17 jumpered
Color	Enable Disable	JP6, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP6, pins 2 and 3 jumpered
CPU speed	60 MHz 66 MHz	JP10, pins 2 and 3 jumpered JP11, pins 2 and 3 jumpered JP12, pins 2 and 3 jumpered JP10, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP11, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP12, pins 1 and 2 jumpered
ISA to IDE	IRQ14 (primary) IRQ15 (secondary)	JP9, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP9, pins 2 and 3 jumpered
Local onboard video	Enable Disable	JP13, pins 1 and 2 jumpered JP13, pins 2 and 3 jumpered


Starion 700 Main Logic Board Jumper Settings

Feature	Description	Setting
Fan speed	Slow Fast	J4A1 jumpered J4A2 jumpered
Turbo switch	Turbo De-turbo	J5A2 jumpered J5A2 open
Reserved	Reserved	J9N1 J9N2 Changing these factory installed settings might affect computer operation
Reserved	Reserved	J1J1 J1J2 Changing these factory installed settings might affect computer operation
BIOS recovery	Enabled Disabled	J1H1 jumpered J1H1 open
BIOS upgrade	Enabled Disabled	J1H2 jumpered J1H2 open
Password	Enabled Disabled	J1H4 jumpered J1H4 open
Display type	Mono Color	J1H5 open J1H5 jumpered
Setup program	Enabled Disabled	J1H3 jumpered J1H3 open


Starion 400/500 Main Logic Board Jumper Locations


Starion 700 Main Logic Board Jumper Locations


Computer Messages

These Help topics list the Starion 400/500/700 computer messages you might see or hear when you turn on power.  The computer messages are grouped as follows:

•	POST & Boot Messages

•	Beep Codes


POST & Boot Messages

The POST displays messages to alert you to errors in hardware, software, and firmware or to provide operating information about your computer.

Each time the POST displays a message on your screen, the computer's speaker beeps twice.  If an error occurs before the monitor is initialized, specific beep codes sound to alert you to a problem. The following table lists a general grouping of system messages.  In addition, each message is accompanied by text describing the message and in most cases, a recommended solution to the problem.

NOTE
Italics indicate variable parts of a message such as memory addresses, hexadecimal values, and so on.  These messages can differ at each occurrence

See also:	Starion 400/500 POST and Boot Messages

Starion 700 POST and Boot Messages


Starion 400/500 POST and Boot Messages

Message	Description/Solution
nnnn Cache SRAM Passed	Where nnnn is the amount of computer cache (in kilobytes) that tested successfully.
Diskette drive A error Diskette drive B error	Run the BIOS Setup utility.  Check all connections.  If the problem persists, replace the faulty diskette drive..
Entering SETUP	BIOS Setup utility runs.
Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn	Extended memory failed or configured incorrectly. Make sure SIMMs are installed correctly (see Installing SIMMs ).  If the problem persists, replace SIMMs. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all settings to original values.
Extended RAM Passed	Where nnnn is the amount of extended memory (in kilobytes) that tested successfully.
Failing Bits: nnnn	nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all to original values. If the problem persists, replace SIMMs.
Fixed Disk 0 Failure Fixed Disk 1 Failure Fixed Disk Controller failure	Run the BIOS Setup utility.  Check all connections.  If the problem persists, replace the main logic board or fixed disk as necessary.
Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP Incorrect Drive B type - run SETUP	Diskette drive A and/or B not correctly identified in the BIOS Setup utility. Run the BIOS Setup utility and properly identify diskette drive A and/or B.
Invalid NVRAM media type	NVRAM access failed. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all settings to original values. If the problem persists, replace the computer battery and/or BIOS.
Keyboard controller error Keyboard error Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch	Check the keyboard connection.  If the connection is secure, the keyboard or keyboard controller might have failed.  If the problem persists, replace the keyboard and/or keyboard controller.
Monitor type does not match CMOS - Run SETUP	Run the BIOS Setup utility and set the correct monitor type.
Operating system not found	The operating system cannot be found on drive A or drive C. Run the BIOS Setup utility and correctly identify drive A or drive C. Correctly install the operating system.  Refer to the supplied operating system documentation..
Parity check 1 nnnn Parity check 2 nnnn	Parity error found in the computer bus.  The BIOS attempts to locate the address and displays it on your monitor screen. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all settings to original values. If the problem persists, replace SIMMs.
Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup	This message appears after any recoverable error message. Press <F1> to reboot or <F2> to enter the BIOS Setup utility to make any necessary changes.
Real time clock error	Real-time clock failed BIOS test. Replace real-time clock and then run the BIOS Setup utility to restore previous configuration information.
Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn	Shadow RAM failed. Run the BIOS Setup utility and disable failed shadow memory region.
nnnn Shadow RAM passed	Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM (in kilobytes) that tested successfully.
System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP	Replace battery and then run the BIOS Setup utility to restore previous configuration information.
System BIOS shadowed	This indicates that your computers BIOS was successfully copied to shadow RAM.
System cache error - Cache disabled	RAM cache failed. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all settings to original values. If the problem persists, replace external cache module.
System CMOS checksum bad - run SETUP	Correct the address conflict using the BIOS Setup utility.   If the problem persists, replace main logic board.
nnnn System RAM passed	Where nnnn is the amount of system RAM (in kilobytes) that tested successfully.
System timer error	Your computers timer test failed. Run the BIOS Setup utility and restore all settings to original values. If the problem persists, replace main logic board.
UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn	Displays the address of the upper limit of UMB.  This indicates the released segments of the BIOS that can be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.
Video BIOS shadowed	This indicates that your computers video BIOS was successfully copied to shadow RAM.


Starion 700 POST and Boot Messages

Message	Description/Solution
8042 gate- A20 error	Gate A20 on the keyboard controller (8042) is not working.  Replace the keyboard controller
Address line short!	Error in the address decoding circuitry on the main logic board
Cache memory bad, do not enable cache!	Cache memory is defective
CH-2 timer error	Most PC computers include two timers.  Timer 2 is defective
CMOS battery state low	CMOS RAM is powered by a battery Batter power is low Replace battery
CMOS checksum failure	Checksum value different from current value Run BIOS Setup utility
CMOS system options not set	Values stored in CMOS RAM are corrupt or nonexistent Run BIOS Setup utility
CMOS display type mismatch	The graphics type in CMOS RAM does not match type detected by computer BIOS
CMOS memory size mismatch	Main logic board memory different from amount detected by computer BIOS Run BIOS Setup utility
CMOS time and date not set	Run Setup utility and set current time and date
Diskette boot failure	Boot diskette failed Use another boot diskette
Display switch not proper	Turn computer off and set proper display option (color or mono)
DMA error	Error in DMA controller
DMA #1 error	Error in the first DMA channel
DMA #2 error	Error in the second DMA channel
FDD controller failure	Diskette controller failure Power computer down and check all connections
HDD controller failure	IDE controller failure Power computer down and check all connections
INTR #1 error	Interrupt channel 1 failed POST
INTR #2 error	Interrupt channel 2 failed POST
Invalid boot diskette	Try another boot diskette
Keyboard is locked	Type in correct keyboard password
Keyboard error	Run BIOS Setup utility and set correct keyboard option
KB/interface error	Keyboard connector error
Offboard parity error	Parity error in memory installed in an expansion board
Onboard parity error	Parity error in main logic board memory
Parity error ????	Parity error in main logic board memory at an unknown address
Memory parity error at xxxx	Computer memory failed
I/O card parity error	Expansion board memory failed
DMA bus time-out	A device has driven the bus signal for more that 7.8 μsec


Beep Codes

If the POST finds an error and cannot display a message, the computer's speaker emits a series of beeps to indicate the error and places a value in I/O port 80h.

For example, a video failure or configuration error is indicated by a 1-2 beep code (a burst of three beeps, one long beep, followed by two short beeps).

The following tables list the beep codes and the values the POST writes to I/O port 80h when it encounters a fatal error.  Fatal errors (errors that lock up your computer) are generally the result of a failed main logic board or some other add-on component (SIMM, BIOS, computer battery, etc.).  If you cannot resolve problems using the Problem Solving and Troubleshooting procedures, contact your Digital service representative.

See also:	Starion 400/500 Beep Codes

Starion 700 Beep Codes


Starion 400/500 Beep Codes

Beep Code	Error  Message
2-2-3	BIOS ROM checksum
3-1-1	Test DRAM refresh
3-1-3	Test keyboard controller
3-4-1	Test 512K base address lines
3-4-3	Test 512K base memory
2-1-2-3	Check ROM copyright notice
2-2-3-1	Test for unexpected interrupts


Starion 700 Beep Codes

Beep Code	Error
1	Refresh failure
2	Parity error
3	Base 64 KB memory failure
4	Timer not operational
5	Processor error
6	8042 - gate A20 failure
7	Processor exception interrupt error
8	Display memory read/write error
9	ROM checksum error
10	CMOS shutdown register read/write error
11	Cache error/external cache bad


Device Mapping

These Help topics list your computer's device mapping.

Your computer's memory and address locations are allocated at the factory to operate within a standard PC environment.  However, due to the number of optional devices and/or expansion boards that are available, sometimes memory and address locations need to be changed.  For example, some network expansion boards require a specific memory location.  If that location is already allocated, a memory conflict results and the expansion board will not operate as expected.  Note that some memory, I/O and interrupt locations can be changed using the BIOS Setup utility.

	CAUTION Before changing any memory or address location, refer to the documentation supplied with the optional device, expansion board, or software application and make sure adequate information is available.  If not, contact the option or software manufacturer for further information.
CPU Memory Address Map ( Full Range)

CPU I/O Address Map

I/O Address Map

Computer Interrupt Levels

DMA Channel Assignment

PCI Configure Space Address Map

See also:	Configuring Your Computer


CPU Memory Address Map (Full Range)

Range	Function	Notes
0 KB to 640 KB	Main memory	PC compatibility range
640 KB to 1024 KB	Main memory	PC compatibility range (ISA memory lower limit)
1 MB to 16 MB	Main memory Memory space gap	ISA memory upper limit
16 MB to 128 MB	Main memory	Computer memory upper limit
128 MB to 4 GB	PCI memory


CPU I/O Address Map

Range (hexadecimal)	Function
0CF8 to 0CFF	PCI configuration space enable registers
1000 to FFFF	PCI I/O space


I/O Address Map

Range (hexadecimal)	Function
000 - 00F	DMA controller one
020 - 021	Interrupt controller one
040 - 043	Interval timer
060 - 06F	Keyboard controller
070 - 07F	Real-time clock (RTC), NMI
080 - 08F	DMA page register
0A0 - 0A1	Interrupt controller two
0C0 - 0CF	DMA controller two
0F0	Clear math coprocessor busy
0F1	Reset math coprocessor
0F8 - 0FF	Math coprocessor
170 - 177	Secondary IDE controller
1F0 - 1F7	Primary IDE controller
278 - 27A	LPT2
2E8 - 2EF	COM4
2F8 - 2FF	COM2
376 - 377	Secondary IDE controller  (alt status, device address)
378 - 37A	LPT1
3B0 - 3DF	VGA register
3BC - 3BE	LPT3
3E8 - 3EF	COM3
3F0 - 3F7	Diskette controller
3F6 - 3F7	Primary IDE controller  (alt status, device address)
3F8 - 3FF	COM1
46E8	VGA enable register
42E8, 4AE8, 82E8, 86E8, 8AE8, 8EE8, 92E8, 96E8, 9AE8, 9EE8, A2E8, A6E8, AAE8, AEE8, B2E8, B6E8, BAE8, BEE8, E2E8, E2EA	VGA enhanced mode registers


Computer Interrupt Levels

Interrupt Number	Interrupt Source
IRQ1	Keyboard controller
IRQ2	Cascade interrupt
IRQ3	COM2, COM4 (if enabled)
IRQ4	COM1, COM3-Modem
IRQ5	Sound card function
IRQ6	Diskette drive
IRQ7	LPT1
IRQ8	RTC
IRQ9	Available for optional video card or PCI device
IRQ10	Recommended alternate for COM3 or PCI device
IRQ11	Recommended for network card or PCI device
IRQ12	Mouse port (onboard)
IRQ13	Math Co-processor
IRQ14	IDE primary
IRQ15	IDE secondary (if enabled)


DMA Channel Assignment

Channel	Controller	Function
0	1	Refresh
1	1	Sound card function
2	1	Diskette controller (if enabled)
3	1	Not used
4	2	Cascade DMA
5	2	Sound card function
6	2	Not used
7	2	Not used


PCI Configure Space Address Map

Device Number (hexadecimal)	Function
00	CPU bridge
01	ISA bridge
08	Onboard PCI IDE
09	Onboard PCI VGA
0B	PCI slot 1
0C	PCI slot 2


Computer Security

Computer security is important to avoid theft or accidental loss of your computer software and hardware. Starion 400/500 computers provide the following levels of protection.  For further information about each option, click on the appropriate heading.

Diskette Write Protection

Keyboard and Mouse Password

Reminder Messages

Supervisor and User Password

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Diskette Drive Write Protection
Diskette Write Protection

If you want to prevent information on your computer´s hard disk drive from being copied to a diskette drive, you can use your computer´s BIOS Setup utility to set the diskette drive to a write-protected state.  In this state, your computer will read information from diskettes inserted into diskette drive(s), but no information can be copied from your computer´s memory or hard disk drive onto diskettes.

	CAUTION Consider your security needs carefully before using this option.  You cannot back up the contents of your hard disk drive to diskettes, use the Create Installation Disks utility in Getting Started, or boot your computer from a diskette drive while this option is enabled.
Perform the following steps to enable diskette drive write protection:

1.	Reboot your computer.

2.	After the POST has successfully completed, press [F2] to access Setup.

The Setup main menu appears on the screen.

3.	Highlight the Advanced Options menu and then press [Enter].

4.	Highlight the Diskette Write Protect field and select Enabled.

5.	Press [Esc] twice then [Enter] twice to exit the BIOS Setup utility and to reboot your computer so changes immediately take affect.

Your computer´s installed diskette drive(s) have been set to the write-protected state.

To disable diskette drive write-protection, follow the above procedure, selecting Disabled instead of Enabled in step 4.


Keyboard and Mouse Password

You can set a keyboard and mouse password using the Windows screen saver feature.  The screen saver feature can be accessed through the Windows Control Panel´s Desktop icon. The Control Panel is located in the Main window of Program Manager.

Refer to the supplied DOS/Windows documentation for additional information.


Reminder Messages

You can configure your computer to periodically remind you to back up your hard disk drive and/or check for the presence of computer viruses in your system.

Note that the computer does not automatically back up your software or check your system for viruses as a result of enabling these options.  You must perform these tasks yourself using appropriate software.

Refer to your MS-DOS/Windows documentation for information on the backup and virus software incorporated into MS-DOS and Windows.

To configure the reminder message options:

1.	Reboot your computer.

2.	After the POST has successfully completed, press [F2] to access Setup.

The Setup main menu appears on the screen.

3.	Highlight the Security menu and then press [Enter].

4.	Highlight the System Backup Reminder field.

5.	Select either the Disabled option or a reminder frequency setting (Daily, Weekly, or Monthly) and then press [Enter].

4.	Highlight the Virus Check Reminder field.

5.	Select either the Disabled option or a reminder frequency setting (Daily, Weekly, or Monthly) and then press [Enter].

6.	Press [Esc] twice then [Enter] twice to exit the BIOS Setup utility and to reboot your computer so changes immediately take affect.

Your computer runs the POST, and prompts you for a supervisor or user password if you have set one.


Supervisor and User Password

Your Starion 400/500 computer has two password levels that you can set to prevent unauthorized access to your computer files or BIOS Setup utility.  The supervisor is the primary password level and must be set before selecting a user password.  If you set a supervisor password, you will be prompted to enter it prior to accessing the BIOS Setup utility or before your operating system boots.

Setting these passwords also affects your ability to access your computer´s diskette drives.  The Diskette Access security feature defaults to the Supervisor setting when you set a supervisor password.  Unless the supervisor password has been entered, you cannot use your computer´s diskette drive to copy, transfer or store information.

If you set a user password and set the Diskette Access feature to User, entering either the user or supervisor password will allow you to use your computer´s diskette drives normally.  Failing to enter a correct password will prevent you from accessing the diskette drives.

Perform the following steps to set a supervisor and user password:

1.	Reboot your computer.

2.	After the POST has successfully completed, press [F2] to access Setup.

The Setup main menu appears on the screen.

3.	Highlight the Security menu and then press [Enter].

4.	Highlight the Set Supervisor Password field and then press [Enter].

5.	Type in a supervisor password and then press [Enter].

To confirm, type in your supervisor password a second time and then press [Enter].

6.	If desired, set a user password.

Highlight the Set User Password field and then follow the method described in steps 4 and 5.

7.	Highlight the Diskette Access field.

8.	Select either the Supervisor or User option and then press [Enter].

9.	Press [Esc] twice then [Enter] twice to exit the BIOS Setup utility and to reboot your computer so changes immediately take affect.

Your computer runs the POST and then prompts you for the password you set.