EasyServe Repair Inventory Sheet
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... before repairs begin: Hard Drive(Size) MB/GB Floppy Disk Drive(Size) MB CD Drive X Speed External Floppy Drive Cable Internal Modem(Not PCMCIA modem) Battery AC Adapter Power Cord Keys For Dockstation Floppy Bezel Total Memory MB PCMCIA Card In Slot I Description PCMCIA Card In Slot 2 Description PCMCIA Cover Port...
... before repairs begin: Hard Drive(Size) MB/GB Floppy Disk Drive(Size) MB CD Drive X Speed External Floppy Drive Cable Internal Modem(Not PCMCIA modem) Battery AC Adapter Power Cord Keys For Dockstation Floppy Bezel Total Memory MB PCMCIA Card In Slot I Description PCMCIA Card In Slot 2 Description PCMCIA Cover Port...
English - ThinkPad A21e(2655) and A22e Setup Guide
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Match the items on this list with the items in the box. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase. h Computer h Battery pack h Telephone cable h Power cord h AC adapter h Books: v Setup Guide v Service and Troubleshooting Guide v Manual package for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad A Series computer (machine type 2655). Part Number: 12P1905 Thank you for Microsoft® Windows® Setup UGsueird'seReference Note: Some models may contain additional items that are not listed. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 1
Match the items on this list with the items in the box. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase. h Computer h Battery pack h Telephone cable h Power cord h AC adapter h Books: v Setup Guide v Service and Troubleshooting Guide v Manual package for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad A Series computer (machine type 2655). Part Number: 12P1905 Thank you for Microsoft® Windows® Setup UGsueird'seReference Note: Some models may contain additional items that are not listed. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 1
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Installing the battery. then gently push the battery into the space 2 . 2. Align the left side of the battery with the left side of the computer). Connect the ac adapter to a power source. Connecting to the computer's power jack (at the rear of the battery space in the order shown. 2 Make the connections in the computer 1 ; Setting up your computer 1.
Installing the battery. then gently push the battery into the space 2 . 2. Align the left side of the battery with the left side of the computer). Connect the ac adapter to a power source. Connecting to the computer's power jack (at the rear of the battery space in the order shown. 2 Make the connections in the computer 1 ; Setting up your computer 1.
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...of electric shock, do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in the LCD contains mercury. v The battery pack contains a small amount of system activity and battery charge level. v Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to fire or water, short-circuited... with your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is incorrectly replaced, exposed to prevent the risk of an explosion if the battery pack is charging. Extended contact with local law: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION...
...of electric shock, do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in the LCD contains mercury. v The battery pack contains a small amount of system activity and battery charge level. v Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to fire or water, short-circuited... with your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is incorrectly replaced, exposed to prevent the risk of an explosion if the battery pack is charging. Extended contact with local law: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION...
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...the internet or a local network v Set up a projector for your presentation v Use passwords and other tasks iv ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Whenever you have a question about accessories and software updates, small business offerings, and help ...and support. It travels with you can view hundreds of your battery v Troubleshoot problems v Contact IBM for your computer, or wish to view IBM Web sites, simply press the ThinkPad...
...the internet or a local network v Set up a projector for your presentation v Use passwords and other tasks iv ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Whenever you have a question about accessories and software updates, small business offerings, and help ...and support. It travels with you can view hundreds of your battery v Troubleshoot problems v Contact IBM for your computer, or wish to view IBM Web sites, simply press the ThinkPad...
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Use the controls shown to perform certain tasks, such as replacing your battery, inserting a PC card, or upgrading your help system contain brief video clips that show you how to play, pause, and rewind the video clip. Finding information with Access ThinkPad v Some of the topics in your memory.
Use the controls shown to perform certain tasks, such as replacing your battery, inserting a PC card, or upgrading your help system contain brief video clips that show you how to play, pause, and rewind the video clip. Finding information with Access ThinkPad v Some of the topics in your memory.
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... for Users in New Zealand . . . . 62 Notice for United States, Puerto Rico and Canada (Part 1 - Contents Finding information with Access ThinkPad iii Chapter 1. Important safety instructions 39 Modem safety information 41 Laser compliance statement 42 Appendix B. General Terms) . . 48 Part 2 - Solving computer... problem 15 Keyboard problems 15 TrackPoint problems 16 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 17 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 22 Hard disk drive problems 23 Other problems 24 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 25 Recover pre-installed software 26 Upgrading ...
... for Users in New Zealand . . . . 62 Notice for United States, Puerto Rico and Canada (Part 1 - Contents Finding information with Access ThinkPad iii Chapter 1. Important safety instructions 39 Modem safety information 41 Laser compliance statement 42 Appendix B. General Terms) . . 48 Part 2 - Solving computer... problem 15 Keyboard problems 15 TrackPoint problems 16 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 17 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 22 Hard disk drive problems 23 Other problems 24 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 25 Recover pre-installed software 26 Upgrading ...
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....0 in.) v Depth: 254.0 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 35.6 mm (1.4 in the drive: 8% to 60 Hz Battery pack v Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery pack - v Relative humidity: - Maximum operating temperature, 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...
....0 in.) v Depth: 254.0 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 35.6 mm (1.4 in the drive: 8% to 60 Hz Battery pack v Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery pack - v Relative humidity: - Maximum operating temperature, 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...
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...devices. v Avoid subjecting your computer to the hard disk drive and data loss. Be gentle with your lap or any part of system activity and battery charge level. v Be sure your computer is charging. v When picking up or hold it . v Your computer display is designed to use ...away from water (to avoid the danger of suffocation from plastic bags. Carry your computer properly v Before moving it by the display. 6 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Do not pick up your open the display beyond 135 degrees, as this might damage the computer hinge. v Place ...
...devices. v Avoid subjecting your computer to the hard disk drive and data loss. Be gentle with your lap or any part of system activity and battery charge level. v Be sure your computer is charging. v When picking up or hold it . v Your computer display is designed to use ...away from water (to avoid the danger of suffocation from plastic bags. Carry your computer properly v Before moving it by the display. 6 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Do not pick up your open the display beyond 135 degrees, as this might damage the computer hinge. v Place ...
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Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems 10 Troubleshooting 11 Error messages 11 Errors without messages 14 Password problems 15 A power switch problem 15 Keyboard problems 15 TrackPoint problems 16 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 17 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 22 Hard disk drive problems 23 Other problems 24 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 25 Recover pre-installed software 26 Upgrading the hard disk drive 29 Replacing the battery 31 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 9 Chapter 2.
Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems 10 Troubleshooting 11 Error messages 11 Errors without messages 14 Password problems 15 A power switch problem 15 Keyboard problems 15 TrackPoint problems 16 Standby or hibernation problems . . . . 17 Computer screen problems 21 Battery problems 22 Hard disk drive problems 23 Other problems 24 Starting BIOS Setup Utility 25 Recover pre-installed software 26 Upgrading the hard disk drive 29 Replacing the battery 31 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 9 Chapter 2.
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..., or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one . Connect the ac adapter error to be any character. 2. Turn on the computer. then turn on the computer first; Open Access ThinkPad by pressing the ThinkPad button. Run the BIOS Setup Utility; Turn off the computer and disconnect ...2. In the charts, x can be area or bad CRC2 reinstalled. Have the computer serviced. 0187: EAIA data access The access to access ThinkPad, your problem here, refer to EEPROM has failed. v If the computer stops during the test, have the external keyboard serviced. Solving computer ...
..., or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one . Connect the ac adapter error to be any character. 2. Turn on the computer. then turn on the computer first; Open Access ThinkPad by pressing the ThinkPad button. Run the BIOS Setup Utility; Turn off the computer and disconnect ...2. In the charts, x can be area or bad CRC2 reinstalled. Have the computer serviced. 0187: EAIA data access The access to access ThinkPad, your problem here, refer to EEPROM has failed. v If the computer stops during the test, have the external keyboard serviced. Solving computer ...
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Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. Test your computer's memory with PC-Doctor. 0250: System battery error The system battery is disabled. Replace the battery and run the IBM BIOS Setup Utility to set the password. 0260: System timer error Have the computer serviced. 0270: Real ... then restart the computer either by choosing the Exit Saving Changes option under the Restart item or by an application program. failed 12 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide If you have the computer serviced. 02D0: System cache error The cache is dead. The computer uses the ...
Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. Test your computer's memory with PC-Doctor. 0250: System battery error The system battery is disabled. Replace the battery and run the IBM BIOS Setup Utility to set the password. 0260: System timer error Have the computer serviced. 0270: Real ... then restart the computer either by choosing the Exit Saving Changes option under the Restart item or by an application program. failed 12 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide If you have the computer serviced. 02D0: System cache error The cache is dead. The computer uses the ...
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... down the system and remove the installed DIMM. CardBus Configuration Error-Device Disabled Cause and action The size of equal or less than 256MB. ThinkPad A21e supports a memory size of the installed memory module is connected firmly. Shut down computer and remove extra memory. Adjust the brightness level by ..., refer to display the power-on the power switch again for confirmation.) If these items are using Ethernet: v Make sure that : v The battery pack is set, press any beeps, turn it on the screen and the machine does not beep while starting up . Note: If you heard ...
... down the system and remove the installed DIMM. CardBus Configuration Error-Device Disabled Cause and action The size of equal or less than 256MB. ThinkPad A21e supports a memory size of the installed memory module is connected firmly. Shut down computer and remove extra memory. Adjust the brightness level by ..., refer to display the power-on the power switch again for confirmation.) If these items are using Ethernet: v Make sure that : v The battery pack is set, press any beeps, turn it on the screen and the machine does not beep while starting up . Note: If you heard ...
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... with the Advanced Power Management (APM) option. Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is still not reset, remove the ac adapter and the battery. Solution: First, reboot your computer to an IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced.
... with the Advanced Power Management (APM) option. Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is still not reset, remove the ac adapter and the battery. Solution: First, reboot your computer to an IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced.
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... standby mode immediately after POST (the standby indicator turns on your hard disk drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the computer via the ThinkPad Port Replicator. Chapter 2. v The operating temperature is installed. Problem: The mouse buttons do not work . To access this Guide. Solution: If the ...mode automatically. If your mouse is charged. Solution: Make sure that the mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to the ThinkPad Service & Support Web site. Make sure that : v The battery pack is incompatible with the mouse. Try using the...
... standby mode immediately after POST (the standby indicator turns on your hard disk drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the computer via the ThinkPad Port Replicator. Chapter 2. v The operating temperature is installed. Problem: The mouse buttons do not work . To access this Guide. Solution: If the ...mode automatically. If your mouse is charged. Solution: Make sure that the mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to the ThinkPad Service & Support Web site. Make sure that : v The battery pack is incompatible with the mouse. Try using the...
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.... 5. Connect the ac adapter to the computer, or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one . Do one of the following: v Replace the battery with a fully charged one and then press Fn. Click the Device Manager tab. 3. Restart the computer. 18 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Problem: The computer display remains blank...
.... 5. Connect the ac adapter to the computer, or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one . Do one of the following: v Replace the battery with a fully charged one and then press Fn. Click the Device Manager tab. 3. Restart the computer. 18 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Problem: The computer display remains blank...
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...16-bit mode. Turn off your computer. If the optional Quick Charger is available, use a new battery. 22 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Battery problems Problem: The battery cannot be fully charged by the power-off method in the standard charge time for 4 seconds or ...over to charge the over -discharged. Solution: The battery may be fully charged in the computer. 3. Connect ...
...16-bit mode. Turn off your computer. If the optional Quick Charger is available, use a new battery. 22 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide Battery problems Problem: The battery cannot be fully charged by the power-off method in the standard charge time for 4 seconds or ...over to charge the over -discharged. Solution: The battery may be fully charged in the computer. 3. Connect ...
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... mark, the hard disk drive is no exclamation point ! Problem: The operating time for one minute to room temperature. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery. then turn on the computer again. Clear the mark to the left of a hard disk drive and is not a defect. Solving computer problems 23 ... be heard: v When the hard disk drive starts accessing the data or when it and recharge the battery. Solution: In the startup menu in the battery might be charged. Solution: The surge protector in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that there is disabled. If your computer. ...
... mark, the hard disk drive is no exclamation point ! Problem: The operating time for one minute to room temperature. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery. then turn on the computer again. Clear the mark to the left of a hard disk drive and is not a defect. Solving computer problems 23 ... be heard: v When the hard disk drive starts accessing the data or when it and recharge the battery. Solution: In the startup menu in the battery might be charged. Solution: The surge protector in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that there is disabled. If your computer. ...
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...power source to start ; The BIOS Setup Utility menu appears. 2. If you want , such as follows: 1. this utility. 24 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide With the cursor key, select Disable; Also make sure that the device from the device you still have been ... then, while the message, "Press F1 for 4 seconds or more . Disable the standby timer when you are working under battery power, replace the battery with the power switch. Solving computer problems Other problems Problem: The computer locks or does not accept input. Solution: Your computer...
...power source to start ; The BIOS Setup Utility menu appears. 2. If you want , such as follows: 1. this utility. 24 ThinkPad® A21e Service and Troubleshooting Guide With the cursor key, select Disable; Also make sure that the device from the device you still have been ... then, while the message, "Press F1 for 4 seconds or more . Disable the standby timer when you are working under battery power, replace the battery with the power switch. Solving computer problems Other problems Problem: The computer locks or does not accept input. Solution: Your computer...
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... adapter and all the information on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3. Remove the screw that absorbs the physical shock. Remove the battery. 4. Attention Handling a hard disk drive v Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all...
... adapter and all the information on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3. Remove the screw that absorbs the physical shock. Remove the battery. 4. Attention Handling a hard disk drive v Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all...