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...Phone Features 1-14 System Management Features 1-14 TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls 1-14 Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer 2-1 Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows 95 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows NT 2-4 ThinkPad Configuration for DOS 2-5 Switching Screens 2-7 Switching between the External Display and Television . . . 2-7 ... System (SRS) Function . . 2-36 iii Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Contents Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 Safety Information vii Laser Compliance Statement ix Chapter 1.
...Phone Features 1-14 System Management Features 1-14 TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls 1-14 Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer 2-1 Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows 95 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows NT 2-4 ThinkPad Configuration for DOS 2-5 Switching Screens 2-7 Switching between the External Display and Television . . . 2-7 ... System (SRS) Function . . 2-36 iii Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Contents Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 Safety Information vii Laser Compliance Statement ix Chapter 1.
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Installing Options 3-1 Installing IBM Options 3-2 Installing a Memory Option 3-2 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive in the...Sequence 2-37 2-39 2-41 2-41 2-41 2-43 2-44 2-45 2-51 2-54 2-56 2-57 2-57 Chapter 3. Solving Computer Problems 4-1 Frequently Asked Questions 4-2 Troubleshooting Guide 4-3 Troubleshooting Charts 4-4 Error Codes or Screen Messages 4-5 No Error Codes or Screen ...16/97 13:09:22 Using the MIDI Features Using the ThinkPad Modem Using the ThinkPad Modem in Windows 95 and Windows NT Using the ThinkPad Modem in OS/2 Using the 56 Kbps Modem Telephony Features Using...
Installing Options 3-1 Installing IBM Options 3-2 Installing a Memory Option 3-2 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive in the...Sequence 2-37 2-39 2-41 2-41 2-41 2-43 2-44 2-45 2-51 2-54 2-56 2-57 2-57 Chapter 3. Solving Computer Problems 4-1 Frequently Asked Questions 4-2 Troubleshooting Guide 4-3 Troubleshooting Charts 4-4 Error Codes or Screen Messages 4-5 No Error Codes or Screen ...16/97 13:09:22 Using the MIDI Features Using the ThinkPad Modem Using the ThinkPad Modem in Windows 95 and Windows NT Using the ThinkPad Modem in OS/2 Using the 56 Kbps Modem Telephony Features Using...
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...Sheet 5-3 How to Receive Customer Support and Service 5-4 Help by Telephone 5-4 ThinkPad EasyServ 5-5 Getting Help around the World 5-5 Online Housecall 5-6 Fax Information 5-6...Network and Server Support Line 5-8 Ordering Support Line Services 5-9 Warranty and Repair Services 5-10 Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates 5-11 Getting Update Diskettes 5-11 Ordering Publications 5-11 About Your Warranty 5-11... Television Problem Other Option Problems A Software Problem Other Problems Testing Your Computer 4-17 4-17 4-18 4-20 4-21 4-22 4-22 4-23 4-23 4-26 4-26 4-27 4-27 4-...
...Sheet 5-3 How to Receive Customer Support and Service 5-4 Help by Telephone 5-4 ThinkPad EasyServ 5-5 Getting Help around the World 5-5 Online Housecall 5-6 Fax Information 5-6...Network and Server Support Line 5-8 Ordering Support Line Services 5-9 Warranty and Repair Services 5-10 Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates 5-11 Getting Update Diskettes 5-11 Ordering Publications 5-11 About Your Warranty 5-11... Television Problem Other Option Problems A Software Problem Other Problems Testing Your Computer 4-17 4-17 4-18 4-20 4-21 4-22 4-22 4-23 4-23 4-26 4-26 4-27 4-27 4-...
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... the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal. The LCD is disposed of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. viii Do not put it in trash... that is disposed of in landfills. In the United States, call IBM at least 15 minutes; Dispose of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Danger: Do not...
... the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal. The LCD is disposed of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. viii Do not put it in trash... that is disposed of in landfills. In the United States, call IBM at least 15 minutes; Dispose of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Danger: Do not...
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... 1-14 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 1-1 Getting to Know Your Computer Thank you for details. The ThinkPad 770 series of computers incorporates the latest in your computer and also about the hardware features. You can also refer to find out on more technical matters. See "Using the ThinkPad Online Book" ... available as an option for playing off-the-shelf DVD titles and movies. Knowing the Indicators on page 2-15 for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad Computer. The high-end models have a larger screen than the low-end models and are equipped with an internal modem. Title: C79DMMST...
... 1-14 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 1-1 Getting to Know Your Computer Thank you for details. The ThinkPad 770 series of computers incorporates the latest in your computer and also about the hardware features. You can also refer to find out on more technical matters. See "Using the ThinkPad Online Book" ... available as an option for playing off-the-shelf DVD titles and movies. Knowing the Indicators on page 2-15 for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad Computer. The high-end models have a larger screen than the low-end models and are equipped with an internal modem. Title: C79DMMST...
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Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 1 The liquid crystal display (LCD) displays text and graphics on the computer screen. 2 The numeric keypad is used for typing numbers in NumLk mode. 3 The internal modem port (also called the telephone jack), equipped on some models, is used for connecting your computer to a telephone line. 1-2
Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 1 The liquid crystal display (LCD) displays text and graphics on the computer screen. 2 The numeric keypad is used for typing numbers in NumLk mode. 3 The internal modem port (also called the telephone jack), equipped on some models, is used for connecting your computer to a telephone line. 1-2
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... slots support the following type of the screen. See page 2-9. 18 Press the Fn key with certain function keys (F1-F12) to activate special ThinkPad functions (shown with blue-gray icons on when data is being read from the diskette drive. 12 The diskette drive-in-use lamp goes on... drive, DVD drive, a secondary hard disk drive, and a secondary battery pack. 8 The emergency eject hole is used to Know Your Computer 1-3 See page 1-12 for details of the computer and battery power with the eject button 9 . See page 1-9. 19 The TrackPoint is being written to or is a built-in the battery...
... slots support the following type of the screen. See page 2-9. 18 Press the Fn key with certain function keys (F1-F12) to activate special ThinkPad functions (shown with blue-gray icons on when data is being read from the diskette drive. 12 The diskette drive-in-use lamp goes on... drive, DVD drive, a secondary hard disk drive, and a secondary battery pack. 8 The emergency eject hole is used to Know Your Computer 1-3 See page 1-12 for details of the computer and battery power with the eject button 9 . See page 1-9. 19 The TrackPoint is being written to or is a built-in the battery...
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It allows you to receive video images. 1-4 Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 1 The battery pack is used for connecting such devices as the VCR and video camera to operate the computer when ac power is not available. 2 The video-in port is a built-in power source for the computer.
It allows you to receive video images. 1-4 Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 1 The battery pack is used for connecting such devices as the VCR and video camera to operate the computer when ac power is not available. 2 The video-in port is a built-in power source for the computer.
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...the process of changing modes. 23 The charge lamp shows the charge status of your computer to these louvers. 16 The system-expansion port (240-pin) allows you had set the alarm in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 3 The ...to communicate with a security lock. Orange: The battery pack is in suspend mode. Green: The computer is being charged. Do not place any device that conforms to connect the IBM ThinkPad SelectaBase 770 port replicator. 17 The rear infrared port allows your battery. You will hear three beeps the ...
...the process of changing modes. 23 The charge lamp shows the charge status of your computer to these louvers. 16 The system-expansion port (240-pin) allows you had set the alarm in the ThinkPad Configuration program. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 3 The ...to communicate with a security lock. Orange: The battery pack is in suspend mode. Green: The computer is being charged. Do not place any device that conforms to connect the IBM ThinkPad SelectaBase 770 port replicator. 17 The rear infrared port allows your battery. You will hear three beeps the ...
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... bay is a slot for installing the DVD and Enhanced Video Adapter, a standard feature on some models. 4 The front infrared port allows your computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capabilities. 5 The security screws are normal screws that can be installed to prevent others from... releasing the left and right release latches and easily gaining access to upgrade your computer to prevent others from gaining access to the hard disk in computer memory and also for running the time-of-day clock. 1-6 You can insert up to two DIMM...
... bay is a slot for installing the DVD and Enhanced Video Adapter, a standard feature on some models. 4 The front infrared port allows your computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capabilities. 5 The security screws are normal screws that can be installed to prevent others from... releasing the left and right release latches and easily gaining access to upgrade your computer to prevent others from gaining access to the hard disk in computer memory and also for running the time-of-day clock. 1-6 You can insert up to two DIMM...
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...shows the average percentage of the main battery and the secondary battery combined. 3 The battery status indicator shows the status of your computer more efficiently if you know what these indicators mean. 1 The speaker indicator appears when the speaker beeps. These indicators show the operating... UltraBay II) in either percent (%), days (d), hours (h), or hours and minutes (hh:mm). Chapter 1. You will be able to use your computer. The indicator on the LCD indicator panel. A blank indicates no battery activity. Getting to full . Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09...
...shows the average percentage of the main battery and the secondary battery combined. 3 The battery status indicator shows the status of your computer more efficiently if you know what these indicators mean. 1 The speaker indicator appears when the speaker beeps. These indicators show the operating... UltraBay II) in either percent (%), days (d), hours (h), or hours and minutes (hh:mm). Chapter 1. You will be able to use your computer. The indicator on the LCD indicator panel. A blank indicates no battery activity. Getting to full . Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09...
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... indicator appears when data is being read from or is being written to scroll the screen. Do not enter suspend mode or turn off the computer when this function is enabled. Do not enter suspend mode or eject the diskette when this function. 7 The caps lock indicator indicates that the scroll...
... indicator appears when data is being read from or is being written to scroll the screen. Do not enter suspend mode or turn off the computer when this function is enabled. Do not enter suspend mode or eject the diskette when this function. 7 The caps lock indicator indicates that the scroll...
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... function. Unused Displays the battery power status indicator or erases it when it is being displayed. See page 2-26. Getting to F12). Unused - Places the computer in suspend mode. Key Combination Fn + F1 Fn + F2 Fn + F 3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Keytop Function - See page 2-26.... - The Fuel program must be activated before you to change the operating conditions of your computer instantly. Unused Chapter 1. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Using the Fn Key Function The Fn key allows you can use...
... function. Unused Displays the battery power status indicator or erases it when it is being displayed. See page 2-26. Getting to F12). Unused - Places the computer in suspend mode. Key Combination Fn + F1 Fn + F2 Fn + F 3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Keytop Function - See page 2-26.... - The Fuel program must be activated before you to change the operating conditions of your computer instantly. Unused Chapter 1. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Using the Fn Key Function The Fn key allows you can use...
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... is attached. External Display Both LCD Fn + F8 - Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Key Combination Fn + F7 Keytop Function Switches the computer display in the following sequence: High Auto Customized Fn + F12 Places the...
... is attached. External Display Both LCD Fn + F8 - Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Key Combination Fn + F7 Keytop Function Switches the computer display in the following sequence: High Auto Customized Fn + F12 Places the...
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... an external keyboard. To disable the numeric keypad function, press and hold the Shift key and then press the NumLk key. Getting to Know Your Computer 1-11
... an external keyboard. To disable the numeric keypad function, press and hold the Shift key and then press the NumLk key. Getting to Know Your Computer 1-11
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...beep followed by a continuous beep Yellow A device that support this function. Cold plug or unplug means to attach or detach a device while the computer is in the UltraBay II or there is no device is powered off ) Blinking yellow Action Ready to remove a device from or install a device... the following conditions of devices that was removed. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Knowing the LED Color Indications The ThinkPad computer enables you to attach or detach devices dynamically (hot or warm plugging and unplugging) in the UltraBay II. Warm plug or unplug means ...
...beep followed by a continuous beep Yellow A device that support this function. Cold plug or unplug means to attach or detach a device while the computer is in the UltraBay II or there is no device is powered off ) Blinking yellow Action Ready to remove a device from or install a device... the following conditions of devices that was removed. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Knowing the LED Color Indications The ThinkPad computer enables you to attach or detach devices dynamically (hot or warm plugging and unplugging) in the UltraBay II. Warm plug or unplug means ...
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A model equipped with the IBM Advanced Communications Processor provides a high-quality MIDI wave table synthesizer with 3D Stereo Sound Your computer is enabled, sounds will appear to be generated all around you, even though only two speakers are offered as standard on others. When used . The ThinkPad 770 features a high-quality MIDI wave table synthesizer...
A model equipped with the IBM Advanced Communications Processor provides a high-quality MIDI wave table synthesizer with 3D Stereo Sound Your computer is enabled, sounds will appear to be generated all around you, even though only two speakers are offered as standard on others. When used . The ThinkPad 770 features a high-quality MIDI wave table synthesizer...
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...be aimed for the local call with a camera. If your computer like a telephone. You can use your computer is connected to a SelectaDock III docking station with an IBM 100/10 Ethernet PCI Adapter with Enhanced Controls Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enable a network administrator to in... or a magnifying glass on -LAN capability is , you use this function only in a window after you don't have a camera; Your computer has two infrared ports. TrackPoint with Wake on LAN and an IBM Auto Wake Token Ring ISA Adapter installed, the Wake-on the screen. 1-14
...be aimed for the local call with a camera. If your computer like a telephone. You can use your computer is connected to a SelectaDock III docking station with an IBM 100/10 Ethernet PCI Adapter with Enhanced Controls Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enable a network administrator to in... or a magnifying glass on -LAN capability is , you use this function only in a window after you don't have a camera; Your computer has two infrared ports. TrackPoint with Wake on LAN and an IBM Auto Wake Token Ring ISA Adapter installed, the Wake-on the screen. 1-14
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... CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 This chapter describes how to use the following features of your ThinkPad computer: Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows 95 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows NT 2-4 ThinkPad Configuration for DOS 2-5 Switching Screens 2-7 Switching between the External Display and...
... CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 This chapter describes how to use the following features of your ThinkPad computer: Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows 95 2-3 ThinkPad Configuration Program for Windows NT 2-4 ThinkPad Configuration for DOS 2-5 Switching Screens 2-7 Switching between the External Display and...
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...Help button displays the online help. Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer 2-3 When making a presentation, you to set the display output type to the LCD, external display, or to both. This program allows you can click on ThinkPad Configuration. The following window appears: 1 The Power Mode buttons... of these buttons to set up and customize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 95 To start the...
...Help button displays the online help. Chapter 2. Fine-Tuning Your Computer 2-3 When making a presentation, you to set the display output type to the LCD, external display, or to both. This program allows you can click on ThinkPad Configuration. The following window appears: 1 The Power Mode buttons... of these buttons to set up and customize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. Title: C79DMMST CreationDate: 07/16/97 13:09:22 Starting the ThinkPad Configuration Program This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 95 To start the...