Apple EY5QGRAMKEEPER Specifications

CHAPTER ONE Getting StartedRequiredTo use RamKeeper, you must have the following:◊ An Apple IIGS* Note: Due to physical c

One Memory Card on RamKeeperIf you want to attach only one card to the RamKeeper, you will, in most cases, want to plug it into the Bac

Two Memory Cards on RamKeeperWhen using two cards with the RamKeeper, the card on the back side of RamKeeper must have memory in increments of 512K. S

InstallationUse the pictures below to locate the parts referred to in theinstallation section.Transformer Light(Red and Green) Cables and Connectors4

To install the RamKeeper, you'll need a Phillips screwdriver. Once you have it, follow the steps below:1.) TURN OFF THE APPLE’S POWER SWITCH.Nev

5.) If the plastic plate is still covering the far right opening in the backplane, remove it. This cover must be removed whether or not you. plan to c

7.) Both of the wires that lead to the GelICell shouldbe disconnected. If they aren't, disconnect themnow. Disconnect the battery wires8.) Re

* Note: If you’re connecting only one card and it will work in the back pocket, you should install it there as this is the easiest connection to make.

B) The male to male adaptor will fit in the holes between these two pegs. Don’t force the adaptor into the holes; simply set the long pins into the ho

* Note: Take your time in aligning the pins and connecting the cards. If they are not aligned properly, you may bend the pins.D) Holding the card as s

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement The equipment described in this manual generates and uses radio frequency

Attaching the Optional SlotMoverThe SlotMover is an extension board that shifts the expansion board on the front side of the RamKeeper so that it wont

Connecting Cards to the Back of RamKeeperTo connect a card to the back of RamKeeper, you’ll simply insert the cards edge connector into the Back Pocke

11.) Install the connector plate using the screws provided. Line up the holes of the connector plate with the notches at the top and bottom of the ope

Insert insulator* Warning! Before connecting the power, you must have the insulator installed.14.) Plug the Transformer’s connector into the bottom s

16.) Reconnect the battery cables to the GelICell’s connectors. The green LED light on the RamKeeper should come on. This indicates that your battery

What Now?Experienced Users:If you understand the ROM Disk and know what you want from yours, you can set the size and be on your way To install the AE

CHAPTER TwoRamKeeper FirmwareThe software needs little or no explanation for basic operation; its simply simple to use. However, not knowing the full

Set Slot 5 to Smart Port and Startup Slot to Scan if they are not already set that way. Now reboot your computer.* Note: If you don’t know how to chan

The RamKeeper will now automatically install its firmware utilities into the Classic Desk Accessories (CDA) menu every time you boot using a system di

Accessing the FirmwareAccess the Classic Desk Accessories menu by holding down the Open Apple and Control keys while pressing ESC then ( - then ). P

Limited Warranty & DisclaimerApplied Engineering warrants the RamKeeper and SlotMover against defects in material and workmanship for a period of

Again, use the up and down arrow keys to select the option. The different options and their functions are described below.To set your ROM Disk to the

While you can make changes to the ROM Disk Size in 1K increments, the Memory Allocated For ROM increases in increments of 64K (a ProDOS criteria). So,

When you press you’ll see the following message:Warning:You're are about to destroy your existing ROM Disk and RAM Disk.Do you really want to d

As you increase or decrease the ROM Disk Size: setting, the Minimum ROM Disk Size: as well as the Memory Allocated For ROM: and the Memory Available F

RamKeeper (TM)ROM Disk Memory TestChecksum 1: ----Checksum 2: ---- Non Destructive Memory TestRead/Write Pass 1:Read/Write Pass 2: ROM

RamKeeper (TM)RAM Memory Test Number Of 64K RAM Banks: ---- Testing Address: ---- Pass Number: ---- Non Destructive Memory Test Bit Mar

RamKeeper (TM)Memory Map Bank Allocation 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F0010 203040506070 -RAM -ROM Diskfront: No RAM Card

Use the up and down arrow keys to select either theContinuous Checksum option or the Checksum AtStartup option. When either one is highlighted, use th

CHAPTER THREEUsing the ROM DiskAfter you’ve initialized and allocated memory to the ROM Disk you can copy your favorite (or most used) non-copy protec

ProDOS currently allows a total of six drive devices to function at one time. The Smart Fort, where your ROM Disk resides, can control up to four of t

Table Of ContentsIntroduction - Welcome to the Memory VChapter One - Getting Started 1Required 1Recommended 1Possible Combinations 2One Memory Card

1st 2nd 3rd 4thApple IIGS ROM Disk 3.5” Drive 3.5” Drive 3.5” Drive 3.5” DriveW/ RamKeeper s5,D1 S5,D2 S2,D1 S2,D2 Notwithout RAM Disk Recognized1

ROM Drive as the Boot DeviceTo boot your computer with the ROM Disk:1.) You should already have your ROM Disk set to the size you want.2.) Copy the sy

CHAPTER FOURThe RamKeeper PowerRamKeeper can get its power from three sources: the wall transformer, the Gel/Cell battery, or the IIGS power supply.Th

If only the green light is on (the one farthest from the edge of the card), it is indicating that the battery is fully charged (above 8.6 volts). When

CHAPTER FIVEA Brief RAM/ROM TutorialROM is...ROM is an acronym for Read Only Memory. Since a battery backed RAM Disk can be not only read from but als

Many programs automatically look for and use available RAM (system RAM) to give them more room to operate (e.g. desktop space). Many programs load the

CHAPTER Six Memory Allocation-- -How Much RAM and How Much ROM?RamKeeper gives you the ability to have both a RAM Disk to quickly st

Result: Slower copies.Remedy: Create a 512K or 800K RAM Disk.This allows you to copy from floppy disks to a RAM Disk much more quickly. To set up a 51

CHAPTER SEVEN Æ CacheThose of you who want to know what the Cache™ is and does, read, “About the Cache™ at the en

2.) Select Æ Cache from the AW2 Expander main menu or execute the file, AECACHE.SYSTEM.While executing, the program will display the Æ startup screen

Chapter Three - Using the ROM Disk 29Copying Files to the ROM Disk 29Location of the ROM Disk 29Slot 2 Consideration 30Drive Access Chart 31ROM Drive

Setting the Cache SizeOnce the Æ Cache is installed, it will automatically increase your productivity. All you need to do is decide how large you wa

RAM Cache V_(C) 198— Applied EngineeringRAM Buffer Size: K KCurrent Size:Expansion Memory Size KSelect: <– –> Cancel:Esc SaveRAM Ca

Removing the CacheTo remove the Cache from the system:ProDOS 8Cold boot your computer by doing either of the following:-> Press and hold down the

When the Cache Buffer becomes full, it will make room for the most recently requested data by replacing the blocks that have been stored in the buffer

CHAPTER EIGHT AW 2 ExpanderThe AW 2 Expander is an accessory program designed to compliment Appli

AppleWorks Modification InstructionsThis is how to use the AW 2 Expander to modify the AppleWorks disks:1. First, make copies of your original AppleWo

6. The program will then give you a list of the modifications that it will make to your AppleWorks disk(s) and ask you if you want to continue. If you

The current enhancement-options configuration will be read from the parameter file (SEG.PR) on the AppleWorks program disk and displayed in the Gettin

About the New FeaturesThe following paragraphs describe the new features of the enhanced AppleWorks and the instructions for using them. Please read t

* Important: If any amount of memory is allocated to the Buffer size option, the printer buffer setting is shown to be "On." However, it wil

Chapter Eight - AW 2 Expander 45Before You Even Think of Modifying AppleWorks... 45AppleWorks Modification Instructions 46Setting the AppleWorks Enhan

Multiple-Disk SaveData storage problems arise when the size of a file on the Desktop exceeds the amount of storage space on the data disk. A standard

Adding Multiple Disk Files to the DesktopWhen adding multiple-disk or segmented files to the Desktop, the file MUST be loaded from the data disks in t

APPENDIX A Trouble ShootingThis section includes a few methods of working around problems that you may encounter.Cards are not re

◊ Power outages are typically accompanied by transient surges of power. If you have not already, consider adding a line filter/surge protector to prot

APPENDIX B A Brief ProDOS TutorialThis is a brief explanation of the Professional Disk Operating System, ProDOS for those who are com

2) put files within subdirectories like putting documents in folders3) put subdirectories within subdirectories like putting folders within folders.Pa

Additional ResourcesThe following books are available through most Apple dealers:Apple II Owner’s Manual (Apple Computer, Inc.) Supplied with your App

APPENDIX C Copying Disks with FilerWe have included Filer, a utility program, on the AW 2 Expander disk to enable you to make backup

APPENDIX D Bird’s Better ‘Bye’Several of the Applied Engineering distribution disks contain a modified version of ProDOS 8. It incorpo

APPENDIX EGetting HelpIf you have a technical question relating to your RamKeeper card that is not covered in the manual, please contact the dealer fr

iv RamKeeper

Returning a Product IncludeIf your product needs to be returned, the technical support representative will give you a Return Material Authorization (R

When You ShipIf you don’t have the original packing material, wrap the board in anti-static material (preferably the anti-static bag in which the card

Welcome to the Memory...So you want the most user friendly computer to be even more friendly? You did the right thing. If you already own an Applied E

NOTES and Warnings throughout the manual will help you to better understand what you’re dealing with. They appear as shown in the example below:* Note