EPSON AMERICA, INC.
Product Support Bulletin
Subject:
Common Questions and Answers for the Epson Endeavor 486C Computers
Date: 10/08/93
PSB No: S-0164
Page(s): 1 of 10
Originator: MTD
GENERAL
Q1. What is the Epson Endeavor 486C computer?
A.
The Epson Endeavor 4SX/25C, 4DX/33C and 4DX2/50C represent an enhancement to
the new Endeavor family of entry-level computer products. Along with an affordable
price, the new Endeavor series offers Intel™ i486™ processing power and upgrade
solutions for a wide range of computing applications. In addition to the performance
that these systems offer, users will appreciate the convenience of a small footprint, and
complete system integration. Key features include:
l
Choice of Intel 486SX/25, 486DX/33 or 486DX2/50 processor
l
Built-in math coprocessor (4DX/33 and 4DX2/50); math coprocessor support in the
4SX/25 model
l
Intel OverDrive
TM
Support (4SX/25 and 4DX/33)
l
Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket for easy processor upgrades
l
8KB internal cache (built-in CPU)
l
0KB SRAM secondary cache installed on main system board;
upgradable up to 256KB using 8KB or 32KB SRAM (optional)
l
Small-footprint case incorporates
- Four ISA 16-bit option slots (three full-length, one third-length)
- Three drive bays; two external, one internal
- Built-in Super VGA video support
- Two serial, Bi-directional Parallel, Mouse and Keyboard ports
- Built-in floppy and IDE hard drive controller/interface
l
Choice of 120MB Quantum, 170MB Conner or 240MB Quantum Hard
Disk Drive
