Chapter 3

Using Your Computer

This chapter covers the following basic procedure for using your computer:

Changing the operating speed

Using special keys on the keyboard

Stopping a command or program

Using disks and disk drives.

Changing the Operating Speed

Your computer can operate two speeds: if you have TriGem 386X, the system can operate 25MHz or 8MHz, and if your system is TriGem 386XE, it can operate 33MHz or 8MHz.

At 25MHz or 33MHz, the computer performs all tasks faster, and almost all programs may be run at 25MHz or 33MHz. However, some option cards and application programs require the lower speed. See your option card or application program manual to make sure that you can use the higher speed before selecting it.

Keyboard Method

The following keystroke sequences can be used to set the processor clock speed.

•Ctrl-Alt- < - > Hold down the <Ctrl> and <Alt> keys and press < - > on the numeric keypad to place the system in low speed m o d e .

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