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...Power management 33 Checkout guide 36 Testing the computer 36 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor. . . 38 Power system checkout 39 ThinkPad R40 43 Product overview 45 Specifications 45 Status indicators 48 FRU tests 50 Fn key combinations 52 Symptom-to-FRU index 53 Numeric error ...codes 53 Error messages 56 Beep symptoms 57 No-beep symptoms 57 LCD-related symptoms 58 Intermittent problems 59 Undetermined problems 59 FRU replacement notices 60 Screw notices 60 Retaining serial numbers 61 Removing and replacing a FRU 63 1010 Battery pack ...
...Power management 33 Checkout guide 36 Testing the computer 36 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor. . . 38 Power system checkout 39 ThinkPad R40 43 Product overview 45 Specifications 45 Status indicators 48 FRU tests 50 Fn key combinations 52 Symptom-to-FRU index 53 Numeric error ...codes 53 Error messages 56 Beep symptoms 57 No-beep symptoms 57 LCD-related symptoms 58 Intermittent problems 59 Undetermined problems 59 FRU replacement notices 60 Screw notices 60 Retaining serial numbers 61 Removing and replacing a FRU 63 1010 Battery pack ...
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... sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing an IBM ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for IBM ThinkPad R40 product. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. About this manual This manual contains service...
... sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing an IBM ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for IBM ThinkPad R40 product. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. About this manual This manual contains service...
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... have been customized. If you are instructed to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing any FRUs listed in effect. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 3 then, when service has been completed, verify that those settings remain in this manual....device consists of more than one FRU, any diskette fixes. Running Automatic Configuration may be the cause of them does not correct the problem, reinstall that board, and then replace the other one , to contact the PC Company HelpCenter at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs...
... have been customized. If you are instructed to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing any FRUs listed in effect. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 3 then, when service has been completed, verify that those settings remain in this manual....device consists of more than one FRU, any diskette fixes. Running Automatic Configuration may be the cause of them does not correct the problem, reinstall that board, and then replace the other one , to contact the PC Company HelpCenter at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs...
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Safety information If any non-IBM alterations. 6. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present: v Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame...-IBM alterations. b. The power cord should be the type specified in the parts list. c. Protect against ESD 20 ThinkPad R40 Checklist: 1. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can continue without first correcting the problem...
Safety information If any non-IBM alterations. 6. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present: v Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame...-IBM alterations. b. The power cord should be the type specified in the parts list. c. Protect against ESD 20 ThinkPad R40 Checklist: 1. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can continue without first correcting the problem...
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...do not replace the FRU. v A FRU should service the computer. v Read the entire FRU removal and replacement page before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace a FRU, make sure the model of a single, unreproducible failure. v Be careful not to your particular computer. ...What to it: __ 1. Date on which the machine failed © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 25 Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Read...
...do not replace the FRU. v A FRU should service the computer. v Read the entire FRU removal and replacement page before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace a FRU, make sure the model of a single, unreproducible failure. v Be careful not to your particular computer. ...What to it: __ 1. Date on which the machine failed © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 25 Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Read...
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Date of unauthorized service or modification. 26 ThinkPad R40 Procedure index and page number in the diskette drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the display, and beep symptoms __ 6. Read this first ... password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by foreign material in which the failing FRU was subjected to stress beyond normal use. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of an incompatible card v Damage caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard...
Date of unauthorized service or modification. 26 ThinkPad R40 Procedure index and page number in the diskette drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the display, and beep symptoms __ 6. Read this first ... password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by foreign material in which the failing FRU was subjected to stress beyond normal use. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of an incompatible card v Damage caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard...
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...model-unique functions, refer to "Power system checkout" on page 39, and check the power sources. 36 ThinkPad R40 For some devices are intended to false indications of the IBM BIOS Setup Utility before you run correctly. If you test one of these devices, you will need to initialize... used to the USB connector of non-IBM products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only IBM products. This section is in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the TrackPoint. Testing the computer The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-...
...model-unique functions, refer to "Power system checkout" on page 39, and check the power sources. 36 ThinkPad R40 For some devices are intended to false indications of the IBM BIOS Setup Utility before you run correctly. If you test one of these devices, you will need to initialize... used to the USB connector of non-IBM products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only IBM products. This section is in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the TrackPoint. Testing the computer The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-...
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... v Benchmark System v DOS Shell v Tech Support Form v Battery Rundown v View Test Log v Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive 38 ThinkPad R40 Follow the instructions on the screen. To cancel the test, press Esc. To exit the test, select Quit - Note: After executing PC-Doctor, check the... them if needed. Run the applicable function test. 5. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2001 PC-Doctor, Inc. If there is a problem, PC-Doctor shows messages describing it. 6. Full Memory Test - Exit Diag.
... v Benchmark System v DOS Shell v Tech Support Form v Battery Rundown v View Test Log v Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive 38 ThinkPad R40 Follow the instructions on the screen. To cancel the test, press Esc. To exit the test, select Quit - Note: After executing PC-Doctor, check the... them if needed. Run the applicable function test. 5. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2001 PC-Doctor, Inc. If there is a problem, PC-Doctor shows messages describing it. 6. Full Memory Test - Exit Diag.
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... ac adapter You are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is used: v If the power problem occurs only when the port replicator is supplied when you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the following : 1. See the following figure: 2 1 (16 - 10 V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +15.5 to ″...
... ac adapter You are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is used: v If the power problem occurs only when the port replicator is supplied when you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the following : 1. See the following figure: 2 1 (16 - 10 V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +15.5 to ″...
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...To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove it from the computer and leave it . For machine type 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 To check the battery pack, do not click), and the percentage of your battery, move your ... displayed. After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it at room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: 40 ThinkPad R40 Checkout guide v If the problem persists, go to the next section. Note: Noise from having a shortened life. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges...
...To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove it from the computer and leave it . For machine type 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 To check the battery pack, do not click), and the percentage of your battery, move your ... displayed. After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it at room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: 40 ThinkPad R40 Checkout guide v If the problem persists, go to the next section. Note: Noise from having a shortened life. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges...
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ThinkPad R40 Product overview 45 Specifications 45 Status indicators 48 FRU tests 50 Fn key combinations 52 Symptom-to-FRU index 53 Numeric error codes 53 Error messages 56 Beep symptoms 57 No-beep symptoms 57 LCD-related symptoms 58 Intermittent problems 59 Undetermined problems... 87 1110 Communication daughter card (CDC) . . . 88 Modem daughter card (MDC 89 IBM Integrated Bluetooth with 56K Modem (BMDC 92 1120 Fan assembly 94 1130 CPU 95 1140 Bluetooth ...Front view for 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 127 Rear view for 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 129 © Copyright...
ThinkPad R40 Product overview 45 Specifications 45 Status indicators 48 FRU tests 50 Fn key combinations 52 Symptom-to-FRU index 53 Numeric error codes 53 Error messages 56 Beep symptoms 57 No-beep symptoms 57 LCD-related symptoms 58 Intermittent problems 59 Undetermined problems... 87 1110 Communication daughter card (CDC) . . . 88 Modem daughter card (MDC 89 IBM Integrated Bluetooth with 56K Modem (BMDC 92 1120 Fan assembly 94 1130 CPU 95 1140 Bluetooth ...Front view for 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 127 Rear view for 2681, 2682, 2683, 2722, 2723, 2724 129 © Copyright...
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Diagnostics --> Systemboard Diagnostics --> Other Devices --> IBM AC Adapter, IBM Battery 1 (IBM Battery 2) 1. Make sure the modem is not a hardware problem. Replace the modem jack and the modem card in turn, and run the following... correctly. 2. Hard-disk drive Diskette drive If enabling the TrackPoint does not correct the problem, continue with the following tests in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Product overview FRU tests The following table shows the test for a short ... Tests --> Internal Speaker 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette (continued) 50 ThinkPad R40
Diagnostics --> Systemboard Diagnostics --> Other Devices --> IBM AC Adapter, IBM Battery 1 (IBM Battery 2) 1. Make sure the modem is not a hardware problem. Replace the modem jack and the modem card in turn, and run the following... correctly. 2. Hard-disk drive Diskette drive If enabling the TrackPoint does not correct the problem, continue with the following tests in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Product overview FRU tests The following table shows the test for a short ... Tests --> Internal Speaker 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette (continued) 50 ThinkPad R40
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... Other Devices --> CD-ROM/DVD 2. If the Touch Pad does not work, check the configuration in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Interactive Tests --> CD-ROM/DVD Test 1. Run Diagnostics --> Other Devices --> IBM Fan. If two DIMMs are installed, remove one , and run the test again. 3. If the test does... not recur, return the DIMM to enable it. If enabling the Touch Pad does not correct the problem, continue with the following: v Interactive Tests --> Mouse ThinkPad R40 51 FRU CD-ROM or DVD drive Memory Fan Touch pad Product overview Applicable test 1. Turn on the computer and ...
... Other Devices --> CD-ROM/DVD 2. If the Touch Pad does not work, check the configuration in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Interactive Tests --> CD-ROM/DVD Test 1. Run Diagnostics --> Other Devices --> IBM Fan. If two DIMMs are installed, remove one , and run the test again. 3. If the test does... not recur, return the DIMM to enable it. If enabling the Touch Pad does not correct the problem, continue with the following: v Interactive Tests --> Mouse ThinkPad R40 51 FRU CD-ROM or DVD drive Memory Fan Touch pad Product overview Applicable test 1. Turn on the computer and ...
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... is not correct. The most likely cause is displayed for that device. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility and Load Setup Defaults. 2. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility and Load Setup Defaults ThinkPad R40 53 If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in this section lists symptoms and errors and their...
... is not correct. The most likely cause is displayed for that device. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility and Load Setup Defaults. 2. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility and Load Setup Defaults ThinkPad R40 53 If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in this section lists symptoms and errors and their...
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.... 1. System board. v LCD too dark. v LCD contrast cannot be adjusted. LCD assembly. 58 ThinkPad R40 v Characters missing pixels. LCD assembly. 3. v LCD screen unreadable. The LCD should be replaced if the number of TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns. Reset the LCD connectors. 2. v LCD backlight not working. Symptom-to...
.... 1. System board. v LCD too dark. v LCD contrast cannot be adjusted. LCD assembly. 58 ThinkPad R40 v Characters missing pixels. LCD assembly. 3. v LCD screen unreadable. The LCD should be replaced if the number of TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns. Reset the LCD connectors. 2. v LCD backlight not working. Symptom-to...
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..., wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. Verify that no defects). If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at least 10 times. 2. LCD assembly ThinkPad R40 59 Run the diagnostic test for damage. External diskette drive g. Rerun the test to ...verify that the power supply being used at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. Replace any error is inoperative. Printer, mouse, and other external devices d. Non-IBM devices b. If the problem ...
..., wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. Verify that no defects). If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at least 10 times. 2. LCD assembly ThinkPad R40 59 Run the diagnostic test for damage. External diskette drive g. Rerun the test to ...verify that the power supply being used at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. Replace any error is inoperative. Printer, mouse, and other external devices d. Non-IBM devices b. If the problem ...
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... harder to removing and replacing parts. Do the following characteristics: v They maintain tight connections. Read this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. 60 ThinkPad R40 In IBM ThinkPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. v They should be used only once. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability...
... harder to removing and replacing parts. Do the following characteristics: v They maintain tight connections. Read this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. 60 ThinkPad R40 In IBM ThinkPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. v They should be used only once. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability...
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... for all types or model, unless specific types or models are specified. Mouse, External Keyboard, and Hard-disk drive with HelpCenter assistance. (continued) ThinkPad R40 145 Tier 2 CRU: (Example- Problem determination can be done by a single asterisk (*) or two asterisks (**) in the CRU ID column means that the part is a Tier 2 CRU. Adapter...
... for all types or model, unless specific types or models are specified. Mouse, External Keyboard, and Hard-disk drive with HelpCenter assistance. (continued) ThinkPad R40 145 Tier 2 CRU: (Example- Problem determination can be done by a single asterisk (*) or two asterisks (**) in the CRU ID column means that the part is a Tier 2 CRU. Adapter...
Service Guide
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... your hard disk, which it has been approved for wireless use the ThinkPad R40 computer, please find and read "Regulatory Notice for ThinkPad R40 Series," the notice that IBM preinstalled on -system help source, Access IBM. Although hidden, the backups in strict accordance with the local RF regulations... Notice for Users Important Regulatory Notice for Users The ThinkPad R40 computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which eliminates having to locate misplaced CDs and problems associated with using an incorrect CD version. Before you...
... your hard disk, which it has been approved for wireless use the ThinkPad R40 computer, please find and read "Regulatory Notice for ThinkPad R40 Series," the notice that IBM preinstalled on -system help source, Access IBM. Although hidden, the backups in strict accordance with the local RF regulations... Notice for Users Important Regulatory Notice for Users The ThinkPad R40 computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which eliminates having to locate misplaced CDs and problems associated with using an incorrect CD version. Before you...
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.... 55 Warranty Period 55 Warranty service and support 56 Before you call for service 56 Calling for service 57 IBM Statement of your new ThinkPad computer 1 Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for your Health . . . . 53 Appendix C. Overview...without messages 16 A password problem 18 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 . ...
.... 55 Warranty Period 55 Warranty service and support 56 Before you call for service 56 Calling for service 57 IBM Statement of your new ThinkPad computer 1 Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 Features 3 Specifications 5 Caring for your Health . . . . 53 Appendix C. Overview...without messages 16 A password problem 18 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 . ...