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... one of the following information in your computer computer problems with a battery pack Solving Using your country. To start the Fuel-Gauge program, click on Start and move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad 560; For more information, click on the TrackPoint button ( ). Click ..., click on Start and move the cursor to ThinkPad; then click on Fuel-Gauge. then click on ThinkPad 560 User's Guide. Before you can monitor the battery status with the ThinkPad Configuration program. To start the ThinkPad Configuration program, double-click on your system International ...
... one of the following information in your computer computer problems with a battery pack Solving Using your country. To start the Fuel-Gauge program, click on Start and move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad 560; For more information, click on the TrackPoint button ( ). Click ..., click on Start and move the cursor to ThinkPad; then click on Fuel-Gauge. then click on ThinkPad 560 User's Guide. Before you can monitor the battery status with the ThinkPad Configuration program. To start the ThinkPad Configuration program, double-click on your system International ...
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...battery pack Using your computer with your computer uses another operating system, go to the following the instructions on the ThinkPad Customization Center icon. The information you provide will help you complete the Windows 98 setup by following Web site to Programs and ThinkPad 560; Note: To start the ThinkPad... Customization Center, double-click on the screen, the ThinkPad Customization Center icon is launched into the browser, Internet Explorer (Version 4.0 ...
...battery pack Using your computer with your computer uses another operating system, go to the following the instructions on the ThinkPad Customization Center icon. The information you provide will help you complete the Windows 98 setup by following Web site to Programs and ThinkPad 560; Note: To start the ThinkPad... Customization Center, double-click on the screen, the ThinkPad Customization Center icon is launched into the browser, Internet Explorer (Version 4.0 ...
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...access the Online User's Guide from the ThinkPad Customization CD as follows: 1. Click on ThinkPad 560 User's Guide. Chapter 1. then click on Click here to launch the Online User's Guide. Using your computer outside your computer with a battery pack Advanced: - You can start ...the Online User's Guide, click on Online Library. 2. Go to Programs and ThinkPad 560; Installing software - The Online User's Guide appears. From the ThinkPad Customization Center main menu, click on ...
...access the Online User's Guide from the ThinkPad Customization CD as follows: 1. Click on ThinkPad 560 User's Guide. Chapter 1. then click on Click here to launch the Online User's Guide. Using your computer outside your computer with a battery pack Advanced: - You can start ...the Online User's Guide, click on Online Library. 2. Go to Programs and ThinkPad 560; Installing software - The Online User's Guide appears. From the ThinkPad Customization Center main menu, click on ...
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... Your Computer 63 ThinkPad Port Replicator with battery power from the computer. You cannot use the port replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature You can use might cause the computer to dock or undock your computer. Instead, you dock your computer to your computer. Chapter 2. After you can also attach the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator...
... Your Computer 63 ThinkPad Port Replicator with battery power from the computer. You cannot use the port replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature You can use might cause the computer to dock or undock your computer. Instead, you dock your computer to your computer. Chapter 2. After you can also attach the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator...
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iv IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide However, the preceding information applies to any type of the IBM ThinkPad 560 computer: 11 ESS AudioDrive Sound Support Features 1 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 10 Fn Key Function 2 SVGA Color LCD 9 TrackPoint III 3 Infrared Communication Config Restart 8 PCMCIA Support 4 ThinkPad Features 7 Pentium Processor 5 Power Management 6 Security Features Note: This figure shows a 560 computer with a thin film transistor (TFT) display. Distinctive System Features The following are the distinctive system features of 560 computer.
iv IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide However, the preceding information applies to any type of the IBM ThinkPad 560 computer: 11 ESS AudioDrive Sound Support Features 1 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 10 Fn Key Function 2 SVGA Color LCD 9 TrackPoint III 3 Infrared Communication Config Restart 8 PCMCIA Support 4 ThinkPad Features 7 Pentium Processor 5 Power Management 6 Security Features Note: This figure shows a 560 computer with a thin film transistor (TFT) display. Distinctive System Features The following are the distinctive system features of 560 computer.
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...battery pack. Chapter 7, "Installing Software," provides procedures for protecting your computer. Appendix A, "Avoiding Hardware Conflicts," lists some steps you can take to avoid problems when you have a computer problem. Appendix D, "Features and Specifications," describes the features and specifications associated with the basic features of your computer's different features. vi IBM ThinkPad 560... systems and device drivers in this book might be ThinkPad 560 computer (hereafter called the 560 or computer). Appendix B, "Advanced Information for your computer...
...battery pack. Chapter 7, "Installing Software," provides procedures for protecting your computer. Appendix A, "Avoiding Hardware Conflicts," lists some steps you can take to avoid problems when you have a computer problem. Appendix D, "Features and Specifications," describes the features and specifications associated with the basic features of your computer's different features. vi IBM ThinkPad 560... systems and device drivers in this book might be ThinkPad 560 computer (hereafter called the 560 or computer). Appendix B, "Advanced Information for your computer...
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... the PC Card 90 Removing the PC Card 92 Increasing Memory Capacity 93 xiv IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Using Battery Power 55 Charging the Battery Pack 56 Charging with the AC Adapter 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 57 Monitoring the Battery Status 59 Using the Battery Status Indicator 59 Using the Fuel-Gauge Program 60 Preserving...
... the PC Card 90 Removing the PC Card 92 Increasing Memory Capacity 93 xiv IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Using Battery Power 55 Charging the Battery Pack 56 Charging with the AC Adapter 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 57 Monitoring the Battery Status 59 Using the Battery Status Indicator 59 Using the Fuel-Gauge Program 60 Preserving...
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...OS/2 or Windows . 191 Adding to the CONFIG.SYS File 195 Registered Drivers and Standard Rules for OS/2 195 xvi IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Avoiding Hardware Conflicts 183 Avoiding System Resource Conflicts 183 Avoiding System Resource Conflicts When Using PC Cards 184 List of ...149 LCD Blank or Power-On Problems 152 Screen Messages 153 Other Problems 155 What If Testing Cannot Find the Problem 156 Battery Power Problems 156 External Diskette Drive Problems 157 External Monitor Problems 157 Hibernation Problems 158 Infrared Communication Problems 159 Keyboard, External Numeric...
...OS/2 or Windows . 191 Adding to the CONFIG.SYS File 195 Registered Drivers and Standard Rules for OS/2 195 xvi IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Avoiding Hardware Conflicts 183 Avoiding System Resource Conflicts 183 Avoiding System Resource Conflicts When Using PC Cards 184 List of ...149 LCD Blank or Power-On Problems 152 Screen Messages 153 Other Problems 155 What If Testing Cannot Find the Problem 156 Battery Power Problems 156 External Diskette Drive Problems 157 External Monitor Problems 157 Hibernation Problems 158 Infrared Communication Problems 159 Keyboard, External Numeric...
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... unauthorized use. Now you have any options, such as memory cards, install the options. Then, install the battery pack in system function, to set (for the first time. See page 89. 3 Easy-Setup Config Date...can use Easy-Setup, a built-in the computer. For Easy-Setup, see page 29. You can use the ThinkPad Features program to turn on the computer. Getting Started Overall Setup Procedures The following is a general outline of your ... your computer came with all the necessary items. See page 4. For the ThinkPad Features program, see page 34. 2 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide
... unauthorized use. Now you have any options, such as memory cards, install the options. Then, install the battery pack in system function, to set (for the first time. See page 89. 3 Easy-Setup Config Date...can use Easy-Setup, a built-in the computer. For Easy-Setup, see page 29. You can use the ThinkPad Features program to turn on the computer. Getting Started Overall Setup Procedures The following is a general outline of your ... your computer came with all the necessary items. See page 4. For the ThinkPad Features program, see page 34. 2 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide
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.... Computer Battery Pack External Diskette Drive Power Cord AC Adapter The external diskette drive is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. This envelope contains spare caps for the TrackPoint III. If any item is attached to the externaldiskette-drive connector. Do so before reinstalling the operating system. 4 IBM ThinkPad 560 User...
.... Computer Battery Pack External Diskette Drive Power Cord AC Adapter The external diskette drive is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. This envelope contains spare caps for the TrackPoint III. If any item is attached to the externaldiskette-drive connector. Do so before reinstalling the operating system. 4 IBM ThinkPad 560 User...
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... displays computer output. (See page 40.) external audio device is used with an application program capable of handling an audio. 12 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Identifying the Hardware Features Identifying the Hardware Features Front View In this section, you can review the hardware features of your ...a 1/8-inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where the PC Card from the PC Card slot. (See page 92.) you connect a stereo headphone 9 The battery pack is a built-in or external speakers. (See page power source for the built-in speakers. The figures next to adjust the page 47.
... displays computer output. (See page 40.) external audio device is used with an application program capable of handling an audio. 12 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Identifying the Hardware Features Identifying the Hardware Features Front View In this section, you can review the hardware features of your ...a 1/8-inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where the PC Card from the PC Card slot. (See page 92.) you connect a stereo headphone 9 The battery pack is a built-in or external speakers. (See page power source for the built-in speakers. The figures next to adjust the page 47.
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... page 93.) 4 The memory-slot cover covers the memory slot. 5 The battery-pack latch locks or releases the battery pack. Do not enter suspend mode or eject the diskette when this switch. 2 The power shutdown switch is on. 14 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide the computer will not accept any input. Identifying the Hardware...
... page 93.) 4 The memory-slot cover covers the memory slot. 5 The battery-pack latch locks or releases the battery pack. Do not enter suspend mode or eject the diskette when this switch. 2 The power shutdown switch is on. 14 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide the computer will not accept any input. Identifying the Hardware...
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... press and hold the Fn key 1 ; After you press a function key in the ThinkPad Features program window, or type PS2 FNS E at the command prompt. For more information ... the appropriate function key 2 (F1 to F12). 2 1 Note: To use this key combination is pressed, the window for the battery power status appears or disappears. Key Combination + Fn F2 (Only for OS/2 or Windows users) Fn + F 3 Fn + F4... suspend mode. For more information about this mode, see page 68. 20 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Places the computer in the following functions, press and hold the Fn key.
... press and hold the Fn key 1 ; After you press a function key in the ThinkPad Features program window, or type PS2 FNS E at the command prompt. For more information ... the appropriate function key 2 (F1 to F12). 2 1 Note: To use this key combination is pressed, the window for the battery power status appears or disappears. Key Combination + Fn F2 (Only for OS/2 or Windows users) Fn + F 3 Fn + F4... suspend mode. For more information about this mode, see page 68. 20 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Places the computer in the following functions, press and hold the Fn key.
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...time. You will When carrying your computer without not be at least 10°C (50°F). The following describes how to maximize charged battery pack for a long time, it ; Charging with the AC Adapter when the computer is turned off: 1 Make sure the computer is ...recharge the battery pack with the AC Adapter Note: If the battery pack is installed. You must be fully charged with only a single charging. The battery pack charges after approximately 1.5 hours. (It takes approximately 2.5-3.5 hours when charging under operating the computer.) 56 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide...
...time. You will When carrying your computer without not be at least 10°C (50°F). The following describes how to maximize charged battery pack for a long time, it ; Charging with the AC Adapter when the computer is turned off: 1 Make sure the computer is ...recharge the battery pack with the AC Adapter Note: If the battery pack is installed. You must be fully charged with only a single charging. The battery pack charges after approximately 1.5 hours. (It takes approximately 2.5-3.5 hours when charging under operating the computer.) 56 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide...
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... battery pack latch 4 automatically locks into the computer. Fully press the battery pack into place. 4 3 2 5 Turn the computer over again; then open the LCD. 6 Press on the computer 3 ; then slide the battery pack into the computer. Replacing the Battery Pack 3 Slide the battery pack latch 1 ; The computer resumes normal operation from hibernation mode. 58 IBM ThinkPad 560...
... battery pack latch 4 automatically locks into the computer. Fully press the battery pack into place. 4 3 2 5 Turn the computer over again; then open the LCD. 6 Press on the computer 3 ; then slide the battery pack into the computer. Replacing the Battery Pack 3 Slide the battery pack latch 1 ; The computer resumes normal operation from hibernation mode. 58 IBM ThinkPad 560...
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Connect the AC Adapter to an icon, every time you click on the screen: Power mode Battery status Suspend or hibernation options To install the ThinkPad Features program: Chapter 7. O S / 2 W I N WIN Using the Fuel-Gauge Program Note: When you install an operating system, you ... the Fuel-Gauge icon appears or disappears alternately from the screen. 60 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Using the Fuel-Gauge Program Low-Battery Condition Attention: When the battery pack is available in the ThinkPad Features window, the Fuel-Gauge program appears. blinking. The Fuel-Gauge program ...
Connect the AC Adapter to an icon, every time you click on the screen: Power mode Battery status Suspend or hibernation options To install the ThinkPad Features program: Chapter 7. O S / 2 W I N WIN Using the Fuel-Gauge Program Note: When you install an operating system, you ... the Fuel-Gauge icon appears or disappears alternately from the screen. 60 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Using the Fuel-Gauge Program Low-Battery Condition Attention: When the battery pack is available in the ThinkPad Features window, the Fuel-Gauge program appears. blinking. The Fuel-Gauge program ...
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Keep the battery fully charged. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation Preserving Battery-Pack Life To preserve the life of the battery pack: Turn off the computer whenever it is not in use. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation To save battery power: Use Advanced Power Management (APM) Decrease the LCD brightness Use the Battery Power-Management function 62 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide
Keep the battery fully charged. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation Preserving Battery-Pack Life To preserve the life of the battery pack: Turn off the computer whenever it is not in use. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation To save battery power: Use Advanced Power Management (APM) Decrease the LCD brightness Use the Battery Power-Management function 62 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide
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Press F3 to make APM effective. 64 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Windows Setup If your computer or network appears on the Hardware Compatibility List with an asterisk next to it , press F1 before continuing. ... MS-DOS System with APM appears for Windows: 1. Restart the system to exit the setup. 3. If not, return to install APM. 7. Start the computer. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation WIN If you are using Windows 3.11, follow these instructions to check and install APM for the item Computer:, APM is Windows (usually...
Press F3 to make APM effective. 64 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Windows Setup If your computer or network appears on the Hardware Compatibility List with an asterisk next to it , press F1 before continuing. ... MS-DOS System with APM appears for Windows: 1. Restart the system to exit the setup. 3. If not, return to install APM. 7. Start the computer. Maximizing Battery-Powered Operation WIN If you are using Windows 3.11, follow these instructions to check and install APM for the item Computer:, APM is Windows (usually...
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... short idle times, such as much power. 66 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide You can enter suspend mode for the day. Hibernation mode. It takes more information about the operation modes, see 2 on . Using the Battery Power-Management Function Note: When you install an operating system...The operation modes control the processor speed or set timers for a specified time. Suspend mode. To install the ThinkPad Features program: Chapter 7. The following built-in battery power-saving functions to save power when you to comfortably view the screen. This is not used for saving...
... short idle times, such as much power. 66 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide You can enter suspend mode for the day. Hibernation mode. It takes more information about the operation modes, see 2 on . Using the Battery Power-Management Function Note: When you install an operating system...The operation modes control the processor speed or set timers for a specified time. Suspend mode. To install the ThinkPad Features program: Chapter 7. The following built-in battery power-saving functions to save power when you to comfortably view the screen. This is not used for saving...
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... using OS/2 or Windows: O S/2 W IN WIN 1. then press Enter to RediSafe suspend. (A mark appears in the check box when RediSafe suspend is selected.) 5. Start the ThinkPad Features program. 2. Click on the check box next to enable suspend mode. 70 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Click on the Battery ( ) icon;
... using OS/2 or Windows: O S/2 W IN WIN 1. then press Enter to RediSafe suspend. (A mark appears in the check box when RediSafe suspend is selected.) 5. Start the ThinkPad Features program. 2. Click on the check box next to enable suspend mode. 70 IBM ThinkPad 560 User's Guide Click on the Battery ( ) icon;