You can use any application program designed for the IBM Personal Computer, PC XT™ or PC AT on your Equity LT-286e.

How To Use This Manual

This manual explains how to set up and care for your Equity LT-286e. It also describes how to use your computer and run diagnostic checks.

The eight steps in Chapter 1 explain how to set up your computer and prepare it for use. On the inside back cover is a foldout with illustrations of the LT-286e; you may want to refer to these illustrations while you set up the computer.

Chapter 2 describes general operating procedures for your computer and explains how to use and care for your disks and disk drives.

Chapter 3 provides basic instructions for using MS-DOS with your computer. You can find more detailed information about MS-DOS in the MS-DOS manuals.

Chapter 4 provides troubleshooting guidelines you can follow if you encounter any problems while using your Equity LT-286e.

Appendix A describes the DIP switches and slide switches you need to change if you modify your system’s configuration.

Appendix B explains how to attach an external color monitor, external diskette drive, or keyboard to your Equity LT-286e and how to install the Epson internal modem, the Epson RAM card, an option card, or a math coprocessor. To install other options, see the instructions that come with the option. For dealer- installed options, contact an authorized Epson dealer or Customer Care Center. (See the next section, “Where To Get Help,” for details.)

4 Introduction