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...applications is missing or damaged, please contact your hard disk. h Computer h Power cord h AC adapter h Battery pack h Books: v Setup Guide v Service and Troubleshooting Guide v Manual package for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad R Series computer. If any item is on this list with the items in ...the box. Your computer features IBM Disk-to -Disk recovery eliminates the need for a Recovery CD. For more information, see "Recovering preinstalled software" in the package. 3. Disk-to -Disk recovery. ThinkPad R40 Series Part Number: 92P1241 Setup Guide Checklist ...
...applications is missing or damaged, please contact your hard disk. h Computer h Power cord h AC adapter h Battery pack h Books: v Setup Guide v Service and Troubleshooting Guide v Manual package for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad R Series computer. If any item is on this list with the items in ...the box. Your computer features IBM Disk-to -Disk recovery eliminates the need for a Recovery CD. For more information, see "Recovering preinstalled software" in the package. 3. Disk-to -Disk recovery. ThinkPad R40 Series Part Number: 92P1241 Setup Guide Checklist ...
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Installing the battery. a) Align the side of the battery with the side of the computer). Connecting to the computer's power jack (at the rear of the battery compartment in the order shown. 3 1 2 2 Setting up your computer 1. Make the connections in the computer 1 ; Connect the ac adapter to a power source. then gently push the battery into the compartment 2 . 2 1 b) Slide the battery latch to lock it. 2.
Installing the battery. a) Align the side of the battery with the side of the computer). Connecting to the computer's power jack (at the rear of the battery compartment in the order shown. 3 1 2 2 Setting up your computer 1. Make the connections in the computer 1 ; Connect the ac adapter to a power source. then gently push the battery into the compartment 2 . 2 1 b) Slide the battery latch to lock it. 2.
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... is itself a pointing device with the UltraNav pointing device. Press the latches 1 and open Access IBM, your preferred settings. Using the UltraNav™. You can use both the TrackPoint and the touch pad together. Your ThinkPad computer comes with basic functions and extended functions. For example, you can use the TrackPoint and the...
... is itself a pointing device with the UltraNav pointing device. Press the latches 1 and open Access IBM, your preferred settings. Using the UltraNav™. You can use both the TrackPoint and the touch pad together. Your ThinkPad computer comes with basic functions and extended functions. For example, you can use the TrackPoint and the...
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5. This procedure takes approximately 30 minutes, and your computer, the sound will remain muted when you press one of these ... 3 Volume down 2 Volume up or Volume down button. Setting up the operating system. After turning on your computer, follow the instructions on your computer again. Using the volume control. For more information on volume control, see the on the sound, press the ...Volume up 3 Mute If you mute the sound and then turn off your computer restarts several times. 4 To turn on the screen to set up Windows. When you turn on -board help ...
5. This procedure takes approximately 30 minutes, and your computer, the sound will remain muted when you press one of these ... 3 Volume down 2 Volume up or Volume down button. Setting up the operating system. After turning on your computer, follow the instructions on your computer again. Using the volume control. For more information on volume control, see the on the sound, press the ...Volume up 3 Mute If you mute the sound and then turn off your computer restarts several times. 4 To turn on the screen to set up Windows. When you turn on -board help ...
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Whenever you , eliminating the need to carry reference manuals. It travels with you have a question about your computer, or wish to view IBM Web sites, simply press the Access IBM button to help and information center for your ThinkPad computer and its features by using the search function. Access IBM is the comprehensive, on-board help and support, tips from other mobile users, and information about your computer. Access IBM 5 For direct access to open Access IBM. Using Access IBM. Find information about accessories, software, and upgrades, visit the IBM Web site. 7.
Whenever you , eliminating the need to carry reference manuals. It travels with you have a question about your computer, or wish to view IBM Web sites, simply press the Access IBM button to help and information center for your ThinkPad computer and its features by using the search function. Access IBM is the comprehensive, on-board help and support, tips from other mobile users, and information about your computer. Access IBM 5 For direct access to open Access IBM. Using Access IBM. Find information about accessories, software, and upgrades, visit the IBM Web site. 7.
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...that is an effective way to make programs run faster. This action reduces any static electricity from the computer. 2. Loosen the screw on the bottom of memory in your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. The static electricity could damage the SO-DIMM. To install the SO-DIMM, do the... following: 1. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Note: Use only a PC2100 DDR SDRAM unbuffered SO-DIMM ...
...that is an effective way to make programs run faster. This action reduces any static electricity from the computer. 2. Loosen the screw on the bottom of memory in your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. The static electricity could damage the SO-DIMM. To install the SO-DIMM, do the... following: 1. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Note: Use only a PC2100 DDR SDRAM unbuffered SO-DIMM ...
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..., if you have deleted the service partition of memory installed in memory is installed correctly, do not use the computer with the cover open. 9. Refer to enter the "IBM BIOS Setup Utility". 8 The "Installed memory" item shows the total amount of the hard disk drive, or replaced... 8. Replace the memory slot cover over again. Turn the computer on the screen. (If you install a 256 MB SO-DIMM into a computer whose built-in your computer until you have added or upgraded a memory card, do as follows: 1. The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on . 2. Note: If the "Startup ...
..., if you have deleted the service partition of memory installed in memory is installed correctly, do not use the computer with the cover open. 9. Refer to enter the "IBM BIOS Setup Utility". 8 The "Installed memory" item shows the total amount of the hard disk drive, or replaced... 8. Replace the memory slot cover over again. Turn the computer on the screen. (If you install a 256 MB SO-DIMM into a computer whose built-in your computer until you have added or upgraded a memory card, do as follows: 1. The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on . 2. Note: If the "Startup ...
Service Guide
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... connect and disconnect cables appropriately when installing, moving or opening the covers of harmful substances. Use the power cord with IBM Corp. Your computer dissipates some drives. There is danger of an explosion if the battery pack is incorrectly replaced, exposed to prevent the ... functioning or when the battery is disposed of the information you . © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003. IBM may use your computer in contact with the telephone cable connection during an electrical storm. Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule...
... connect and disconnect cables appropriately when installing, moving or opening the covers of harmful substances. Use the power cord with IBM Corp. Your computer dissipates some drives. There is danger of an explosion if the battery pack is incorrectly replaced, exposed to prevent the ... functioning or when the battery is disposed of the information you . © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003. IBM may use your computer in contact with the telephone cable connection during an electrical storm. Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule...
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..., when checking the capacity of your hard disk according to Windows® you use the ThinkPad R40 computer, please find and read "Regulatory Notice for ThinkPad R40 Series," the notice that IBM preinstalled on your hard disk, which it has been approved for wireless use your desktop, and... or partition, of the hard disk. Press the blue Access IBM button or click the Access IBM icon on -system help source, Access IBM. Important Notice for Users Important Regulatory Notice for Users The ThinkPad R40 computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or...
..., when checking the capacity of your hard disk according to Windows® you use the ThinkPad R40 computer, please find and read "Regulatory Notice for ThinkPad R40 Series," the notice that IBM preinstalled on your hard disk, which it has been approved for wireless use your desktop, and... or partition, of the hard disk. Press the blue Access IBM button or click the Access IBM icon on -system help source, Access IBM. Important Notice for Users Important Regulatory Notice for Users The ThinkPad R40 computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or...
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... for getting started and staying productive. Access IBM is your on-board computer help you in many situations when your computer is not. If Windows® does not start correctly, press the Access IBM button during the startup sequence of IBM's resources to factory contents (ie, what was...startup sequence of Access © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 v You can also use the Access IBM button to open the application that brings all of your computer and start the Access IBM Predesktop Area. Finding information with Access IBM The blue Access IBM button can help center that enables ...
... for getting started and staying productive. Access IBM is your on-board computer help you in many situations when your computer is not. If Windows® does not start correctly, press the Access IBM button during the startup sequence of IBM's resources to factory contents (ie, what was...startup sequence of Access © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 v You can also use the Access IBM button to open the application that brings all of your computer and start the Access IBM Predesktop Area. Finding information with Access IBM The blue Access IBM button can help center that enables ...
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...Wireless related information 53 Wireless Interoperability 53 Usage environment and your ThinkPad computer . . . . 7 Chapter 2. Country-unique Terms . . . . . 60 Appendix D. Getting help and service from IBM 41 Getting help and service 42 Getting help on the Web...Important Notice for Users iii Important Regulatory Notice for service 57 IBM Statement of your new ThinkPad computer 1 Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for Japan . . . . . 78 Trademarks 79 Index 93 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 ix Notices 69 Processing date data 69 References...
...Wireless related information 53 Wireless Interoperability 53 Usage environment and your ThinkPad computer . . . . 7 Chapter 2. Country-unique Terms . . . . . 60 Appendix D. Getting help and service from IBM 41 Getting help and service 42 Getting help on the Web...Important Notice for Users iii Important Regulatory Notice for service 57 IBM Statement of your new ThinkPad computer 1 Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for Japan . . . . . 78 Trademarks 79 Index 93 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 ix Notices 69 Processing date data 69 References...
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Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for your ThinkPad computer . . . . 7 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 1
Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for your ThinkPad computer . . . . 7 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 1
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Overview of your new ThinkPad computer 3 LCD: Up to 2048-by -1050, depending on the model Display The color display uses TFT technology: v Size: 13.3 inch, 14.1 inch, or 15.0 inch v ...-key, 88-key, or 92-key v UltraNav™ (TrackPoint® and touch pad) or TrackPoint® only, depending on the model v Fn key function v Access IBM button v Volume control buttons v ThinkLight™ (on some models) v Forward and Back keys Chapter 1. Features Features Processor v Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 Processor-M v Intel®...
Overview of your new ThinkPad computer 3 LCD: Up to 2048-by -1050, depending on the model Display The color display uses TFT technology: v Size: 13.3 inch, 14.1 inch, or 15.0 inch v ...-key, 88-key, or 92-key v UltraNav™ (TrackPoint® and touch pad) or TrackPoint® only, depending on the model v Fn key function v Access IBM button v Volume control buttons v ThinkLight™ (on some models) v Forward and Back keys Chapter 1. Features Features Processor v Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 Processor-M v Intel®...
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ANSI X3.171 - ECMA (European Computer Manufacturers Association) 100 v 2-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: - ISO (International Standards Organization) 8860 - Features Diskette drive - available on some models) 4 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide ECMA 125 External interface v Parallel connector (IEEE 1284A) ...on selected models To get the best performance from your diskette drives, use high-quality diskettes (such as IBM diskettes) that meet or exceed the following standards: v 1-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: - ISO 9529 - ANSI (American ...
ANSI X3.171 - ECMA (European Computer Manufacturers Association) 100 v 2-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: - ISO (International Standards Organization) 8860 - Features Diskette drive - available on some models) 4 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide ECMA 125 External interface v Parallel connector (IEEE 1284A) ...on selected models To get the best performance from your diskette drives, use high-quality diskettes (such as IBM diskettes) that meet or exceed the following standards: v 1-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: - ISO 9529 - ANSI (American ...
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..., 31.3°C (88° F) Note: When you charge the battery pack, its temperature must be at 50 to 60 Hz v Input rating of your new ThinkPad computer 5 Specifications Specifications Size With a 13.3 or 14.1-inch display: v Width: 313 mm (12.3 in.) v Depth: 254 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 38.8 mm (1.53 in.) With...
..., 31.3°C (88° F) Note: When you charge the battery pack, its temperature must be at 50 to 60 Hz v Input rating of your new ThinkPad computer 5 Specifications Specifications Size With a 13.3 or 14.1-inch display: v Width: 313 mm (12.3 in.) v Depth: 254 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 38.8 mm (1.53 in.) With...
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...v Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place heavy objects on your computer v Avoid placing any part of your body for your ThinkPad computer Though your computer is designed to function reliably in handling it by the display. This will get the most use common sense...objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or the palm rest. v Avoid subjecting your new ThinkPad computer 7 Overview of your computer is in contact with your computer away from plastic bags. By following these important tips, you need to be sure to avoid the danger...
...v Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place heavy objects on your computer v Avoid placing any part of your body for your ThinkPad computer Though your computer is designed to function reliably in handling it by the display. This will get the most use common sense...objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or the palm rest. v Avoid subjecting your new ThinkPad computer 7 Overview of your computer is in contact with your computer away from plastic bags. By following these important tips, you need to be sure to avoid the danger...
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...8 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Caring for information on the device. Handle storage media and drives properly v Avoid inserting diskettes at an angle and attaching multiple or loose diskette labels, as these connectors (press the Access IBM button to replace your ThinkPad computer v ...Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. v If your computer comes with a CD, DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive, do not ...
...8 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Caring for information on the device. Handle storage media and drives properly v Avoid inserting diskettes at an angle and attaching multiple or loose diskette labels, as these connectors (press the Access IBM button to replace your ThinkPad computer v ...Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. v If your computer comes with a CD, DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive, do not ...
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... you exchange drives in a device bay, or else verify that does not contain impurities, wring out as much of the computer. Cleaning your computer Occasionally clean your new ThinkPad computer 9 If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with non-alkaline detergent to dry the display before closing it...hard disk, diskette, CD, DVD, and CD-RW/DVD drives in the appropriate containers or packaging when they are replacing a device in your computer, reinstall the plastic bezel faces (if supplied). Be sure to wipe the exterior of the water as follows: v Use a soft cloth moistened...
... you exchange drives in a device bay, or else verify that does not contain impurities, wring out as much of the computer. Cleaning your computer Occasionally clean your new ThinkPad computer 9 If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with non-alkaline detergent to dry the display before closing it...hard disk, diskette, CD, DVD, and CD-RW/DVD drives in the appropriate containers or packaging when they are replacing a device in your computer, reinstall the plastic bezel faces (if supplied). Be sure to wipe the exterior of the water as follows: v Use a soft cloth moistened...
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Caring for your ThinkPad computer 10 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide
Caring for your ThinkPad computer 10 ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide
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... A power switch problem 18 Keyboard problems 18 UltraNav™ problems 19 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 20 Computer screen problems 24 Battery problems 26 Hard disk drive problems 27 Startup problems 27 Other problems 30 Starting IBM BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . 32 Recovering pre-installed software . . . . . 34 Upgrading the hard disk drive 35 Replacing...
... A power switch problem 18 Keyboard problems 18 UltraNav™ problems 19 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 20 Computer screen problems 24 Battery problems 26 Hard disk drive problems 27 Startup problems 27 Other problems 30 Starting IBM BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . 32 Recovering pre-installed software . . . . . 34 Upgrading the hard disk drive 35 Replacing...