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... are provided with this publication. All rights reserved. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to read the following: v Safety and Warranty...the product it supports, be sure to accept this Program under these terms, then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under Rights in Data-General, FAR 52.227.14 (Alternate III). v Regulatory...
... are provided with this publication. All rights reserved. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to read the following: v Safety and Warranty...the product it supports, be sure to accept this Program under these terms, then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under Rights in Data-General, FAR 52.227.14 (Alternate III). v Regulatory...
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Warranty information . . . . 53 Types of your ThinkPad computer 3 Important tips 3 Be careful about where and how you work 3 Be gentle with the ThinkVantage button 2 Chapter 2. Features and Specifications 59 Features ... 27 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 27 Chapter 4. Contents Read this first v Chapter 1. Recovery options 29 Introducing Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 29 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Restoring factory contents 29 Recovering data 30 Chapter 5. Notices 63 Notices 63 Electronic emissions notices 64 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 64 Industry Canada...
Warranty information . . . . 53 Types of your ThinkPad computer 3 Important tips 3 Be careful about where and how you work 3 Be gentle with the ThinkVantage button 2 Chapter 2. Features and Specifications 59 Features ... 27 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 27 Chapter 4. Contents Read this first v Chapter 1. Recovery options 29 Introducing Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 29 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Restoring factory contents 29 Recovering data 30 Chapter 5. Notices 63 Notices 63 Electronic emissions notices 64 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 64 Industry Canada...
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...keeping your palms on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some heat during normal operation. Read this first When your computer is turned on the palm rest for a prolonged period of time. Extended contact with your body. When the ac adapter is connected to warm your... some other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for any extended length of time. Do not place the adapter in contact with any other parts may cause a skin burn. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 v and be careful not to use the ac adapter to an electrical ...
...keeping your palms on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some heat during normal operation. Read this first When your computer is turned on the palm rest for a prolonged period of time. Extended contact with your body. When the ac adapter is connected to warm your... some other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for any extended length of time. Do not place the adapter in contact with any other parts may cause a skin burn. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 v and be careful not to use the ac adapter to an electrical ...
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Before moving your computer, do one of the following: turn it off, press Fn+F4 to put it in sleep (standby) mode, or press Fn+F12 to put it ... objects, or in hibernation mode. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place heavy objects on your computer. vi ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Before moving the computer, make sure that could disturb the operation of data. Applying strong force to the hard disk drive, and possible loss of...
Before moving your computer, do one of the following: turn it off, press Fn+F4 to put it in sleep (standby) mode, or press Fn+F12 to put it ... objects, or in hibernation mode. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place heavy objects on your computer. vi ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Before moving the computer, make sure that could disturb the operation of data. Applying strong force to the hard disk drive, and possible loss of...
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Do not pack your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock. Read this first Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. Read this first vii Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
Do not pack your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock. Read this first Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. Read this first vii Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
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... Center, click Access on your ThinkPad computer. v Click Start, move the pointer to unpack your computer. then to most of the following: v Press the ThinkVantage® button. Productivity Center provides an easy access to software tools and key Lenovo sites, eliminating the need to ...accordance with the local RF regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 1 You are requested to configure preloaded features and tools, or solve problems. To open Productivity Center, press the blue ThinkVantage button on your ThinkPad computer in which it before you from accessing the comprehensive ...
... Center, click Access on your ThinkPad computer. v Click Start, move the pointer to unpack your computer. then to most of the following: v Press the ThinkVantage® button. Productivity Center provides an easy access to software tools and key Lenovo sites, eliminating the need to ...accordance with the local RF regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 1 You are requested to configure preloaded features and tools, or solve problems. To open Productivity Center, press the blue ThinkVantage button on your ThinkPad computer in which it before you from accessing the comprehensive ...
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... start the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace, which runs independently of your computer is working normally, and even when it is hidden from it. 2 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Finding information Finding information with the ThinkVantage button The blue ThinkVantage button can also use the ThinkVantage button to -follow instructions ...
... start the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace, which runs independently of your computer is working normally, and even when it is hidden from it. 2 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Finding information Finding information with the ThinkVantage button The blue ThinkVantage button can also use the ThinkVantage button to -follow instructions ...
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...during normal operation. v Route the cables of your computer, it . v Avoid subjecting your computer. Taking care of your body, even through clothing, may damage or break them. Your computer generates some other part of your ThinkPad computer Though your computer is designed to use common sense in contact with ...use the ac adapter to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/41°F or above 35°C/95°F). © Copyright Lenovo 2007 3 Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could disturb the operation of time. Do not place the adapter in ).
...during normal operation. v Route the cables of your computer, it . v Avoid subjecting your computer. Taking care of your body, even through clothing, may damage or break them. Your computer generates some other part of your ThinkPad computer Though your computer is designed to use common sense in contact with ...use the ac adapter to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/41°F or above 35°C/95°F). © Copyright Lenovo 2007 3 Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could disturb the operation of time. Do not place the adapter in ).
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... data loss. Even though this might damage the computer hinge. Do not open computer, hold your ThinkPad computer v Some appliances, such as this kind of electrostatic discharge (ESD) is in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. 4 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide This will prevent damage to... the following: - Therefore, when using the computer close to such an appliance, and is designed to it . v When picking ...
... data loss. Even though this might damage the computer hinge. Do not open computer, hold your ThinkPad computer v Some appliances, such as this kind of electrostatic discharge (ESD) is in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. 4 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide This will prevent damage to... the following: - Therefore, when using the computer close to such an appliance, and is designed to it . v When picking ...
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...drive before closing the tray. v Turn off your computer if you are often used in setting passwords v Remember your passwords. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to the correct one, so your computer. v Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your connector is ... your telephone company. v Register your computer over while the ac adapter is warm- This can lodge in . v Do not modify or tape the latches to turn your ThinkPad products with Lenovo (visit the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/register). v Take care not ...
...drive before closing the tray. v Turn off your computer if you are often used in setting passwords v Remember your passwords. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to the correct one, so your computer. v Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your connector is ... your telephone company. v Register your computer over while the ac adapter is warm- This can lodge in . v Do not modify or tape the latches to turn your ThinkPad products with Lenovo (visit the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/register). v Take care not ...
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...parts water to remove the detergent. 6. Wipe the cover with a brush or cool air from a hair dryer. 6 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide To do not put your computer as xD-Picture Card, SD Card, Memory Stick, and MultiMediaCard - Wipe the surface to 1 part detergent. 2. Wipe ...hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Rinse the sponge with the cloth. Wait for the surface to let any of your ThinkPad computer v Store your data. Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free cloth. 2. Wipe each keytop surface with clean running...
...parts water to remove the detergent. 6. Wipe the cover with a brush or cool air from a hair dryer. 6 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide To do not put your computer as xD-Picture Card, SD Card, Memory Stick, and MultiMediaCard - Wipe the surface to 1 part detergent. 2. Wipe ...hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Rinse the sponge with the cloth. Wait for the surface to let any of your ThinkPad computer v Store your data. Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free cloth. 2. Wipe each keytop surface with clean running...
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... it. Cleaning your display, it not to work properly: v Scratching the surface of your fingerprint. Be sure to enroll or authenticate your ThinkPad computer Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on your computer display 1. v Scraping the surface of the reader is dirty or stained. Chapter 2. Gently wipe the display with your... ThinkPad computer 7 Wipe the display again; do not let any of the following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it might be a ...
... it. Cleaning your display, it not to work properly: v Scratching the surface of your fingerprint. Be sure to enroll or authenticate your ThinkPad computer Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on your computer display 1. v Scraping the surface of the reader is dirty or stained. Chapter 2. Gently wipe the display with your... ThinkPad computer 7 Wipe the display again; do not let any of the following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it might be a ...
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Taking care of your ThinkPad computer 8 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
Taking care of your ThinkPad computer 8 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
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...Troubleshooting 13 Error messages 13 Errors without messages 18 Password problems 19 Keyboard problems 19 Pointing device problems 20 Sleep (standby) or hibernation problems 20 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 24 Hard disk drive problems 25 Fingerprint authentication problems . . . 26 Startup problems 26 Other problems 27 Starting BIOS... Setup Utility 27 Note: See Access Help if your system is running and Access Help is inaccessible. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 9 This chapter presents information for use when Access Help is accessible.
...Troubleshooting 13 Error messages 13 Errors without messages 18 Password problems 19 Keyboard problems 19 Pointing device problems 20 Sleep (standby) or hibernation problems 20 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 24 Hard disk drive problems 25 Fingerprint authentication problems . . . 26 Startup problems 26 Other problems 27 Starting BIOS... Setup Utility 27 Note: See Access Help if your system is running and Access Help is inaccessible. © Copyright Lenovo 2007 9 This chapter presents information for use when Access Help is accessible.
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For details about safety. How can I follow when using my ThinkPad computer? For an explanation of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "This guide and other publications" on page 29 of this Guide. 10 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Solving computer problems Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells...
For details about safety. How can I follow when using my ThinkPad computer? For an explanation of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "This guide and other publications" on page 29 of this Guide. 10 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Solving computer problems Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells...
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... or longer. See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for Windows. 3. Attention Running any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the computer. 2. Turn on page 45 of warranty service, see Appendix A, "Warranty information," on page 47. Make sure you , see the Help for Windows..., do as follows: 1. Click PC-Doctor. For the warranty applicable to you have a problem with your computer, including the warranty period and type of this Guide. How can I find the problem by using PC-Doctor® for Windows, see "Worldwide telephone...
... or longer. See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for Windows. 3. Attention Running any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the computer. 2. Turn on page 45 of warranty service, see Appendix A, "Warranty information," on page 47. Make sure you , see the Help for Windows..., do as follows: 1. Click PC-Doctor. For the warranty applicable to you have a problem with your computer, including the warranty period and type of this Guide. How can I find the problem by using PC-Doctor® for Windows, see "Worldwide telephone...
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...the "Introducing Rescue and Recovery" section in the Ultrabay Enhanced™ of the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo &lndocid=tpad-matrix Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor from the service partition By using PC-Doctor from the diskette ... a read verification test and a speed test of the screen, press F1 to enter BIOS Setup Utility. 4. Turn on the computer. 12 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program and press Enter. If the diagnostic program returns no error message but...
...the "Introducing Rescue and Recovery" section in the Ultrabay Enhanced™ of the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo &lndocid=tpad-matrix Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor from the service partition By using PC-Doctor from the diskette ... a read verification test and a speed test of the screen, press F1 to enter BIOS Setup Utility. 4. Turn on the computer. 12 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program and press Enter. If the diagnostic program returns no error message but...
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...the blue ThinkVantage button," is displayed if you remove the Security Chip and reinstall it, or install a new one . Select Diagnose hardware. The computer restarts and PC-Doctor starts up. Error messages Notes: 1. Invalid remote change has failed. Press F1 to go to here is low. Press ...error, enter the BIOS Setup Utility. Press F10 and then Enter to load the default setting. Confirm the operation and try again. Solving computer problems 13 The version of the screen, press the blue ThinkVantage button to BIOS Setup Utility. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup defaults. ...
...the blue ThinkVantage button," is displayed if you remove the Security Chip and reinstall it, or install a new one . Select Diagnose hardware. The computer restarts and PC-Doctor starts up. Error messages Notes: 1. Invalid remote change has failed. Press F1 to go to here is low. Press ...error, enter the BIOS Setup Utility. Press F10 and then Enter to load the default setting. Confirm the operation and try again. Solving computer problems 13 The version of the screen, press the blue ThinkVantage button to BIOS Setup Utility. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup defaults. ...
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... PC-Doctor. Remove one of them . Turn off the computer, and turn on the computer. v Make sure that you added a memory module just before turning the computer on , reinstall it does, have the computer serviced. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. 14 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide If you added a memory module just...
... PC-Doctor. Remove one of them . Turn off the computer, and turn on the computer. v Make sure that you added a memory module just before turning the computer on , reinstall it does, have the computer serviced. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. 14 ThinkPad® T61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide If you added a memory module just...
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... which is used to reconfigure the settings. Run BIOS Setup Utility to preserve the configuration information, such as the date and time, while the computer is turned off and remove the Wireless USB card. If you still see the same error code, have been corrupted by pressing F10. If .... 1805: Unauthorized Wireless USB card is plugged in - The WAN card is not supported on to verify the configuration. then turn it on this computer. The daughter card is not supported on HDD0 (Main hard disk drive) The hard disk is plugged in - Replace the battery and run BIOS Setup...
... which is used to reconfigure the settings. Run BIOS Setup Utility to preserve the configuration information, such as the date and time, while the computer is turned off and remove the Wireless USB card. If you still see the same error code, have been corrupted by pressing F10. If .... 1805: Unauthorized Wireless USB card is plugged in - The WAN card is not supported on to verify the configuration. then turn it on this computer. The daughter card is not supported on HDD0 (Main hard disk drive) The hard disk is plugged in - Replace the battery and run BIOS Setup...