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    Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety information” on page vii, “Ergonomics information” on page 40, and “Notices” on page 143. First Edition (June 1999) The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are i[...]

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    Thank you for selecting an IBM ThinkPad 240 computer We at IBM have developed this ThinkPad computer to meet both your technical requirements and your high expec- tations. To help us continue to build products that address your mobile computing needs, please take a moment to complete the ThinkPad registration. ThinkPad  Copyright IBM Corporation[...]

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    Functional highlights Functional highlights High-speed processor The Intel  high-speed processor enables high-speed data processing and provides advanced per- formance. Large-capacity hard disk drive The large-capacity hard disk drive can respond to a wide variety of your business demands. Color LCD The TFT (thin-film transistor) display provide[...]

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    About this book About this book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 240 computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad 240 Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book before using the computer. Cha p te r 1 . "Ge ttin g F am ilia r w ith Y our Computer ," acquaints you with the basi c f eatures of your computer C[...]

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    About this book Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer: Information for Microsoft Windows 98 users. Information for Microsoft Windows NT users. Information for Microsoft Windows 95 users. Indicates situations that are potentially lethal or extremely haz- ardous to you. vi[...]

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    Safety information Safety information Electrical safety notice DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communi- cation cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown below when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. The 3–pin power cord must be used with a pr[...]

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    Safety information Note: In the U.K., by law:  The telephone line cable must be connected after the power cord.  The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable. DANGER The lithium battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not dis- assemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the r[...]

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    Contents Thank you for selecting an IBM ThinkPad 240 computer .. iii Functional highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv About this book ............................. v Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Electrical safety notice ....................... vii Chapter 1. Getting familia[...]

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    Using the Sensitivity page .................... 4 6 Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Upgrading the memory ...................... 4 7 Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard ....... 5 3 Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad ....... 5 3 Attaching an external keyboard and mouse .......... 5 5 Dis[...]

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    Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Universal serial bus (USB) problems .............. 9 9 Modem problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 PC Card problems ........................ 102 Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 External monitor problems ...........[...]

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    Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Year 2000 readiness and instructions ............. 144 Electronic emission notices ................... 144 Telecommunication notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Industry Canada requirements .................. 148 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer Identifying the hardware features ................... 2 Front view of the computer ..................... 2 Rear view of the computer ..................... 4 Bottom view of the computer ................... 6 System status indicators ........................ 7 Distinctive functions of your computer .....[...]

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    Identifying the hardware features Front view of the computer ThinkP ad ThinkPad .1/ The LCD latches release the LCD when pressed and allow it to be opened. .2/ The color LCD screen displays computer output. .3/ The indicator panel consists of the system-status indicators and their associated symbols. .4/ The external-input-device connector is used [...]

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    Identifying the hardware features .7/ The infrared port allows the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability. .8/ The hard disk drive is the built-in mass storage device for the computer. .9/ The TrackPoint buttons work with the TrackPoint .12/ and func- tion similar to the buttons on a mouse. .1ð/ The [...]

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    Identifying the hardware features Rear view of the computer ThinkPad .1/ The PC Card slot accepts a PC Card. .2/ The PC Card eject button ejects the PC Card from the PC Card slot. .3/ The headphone jack , a ⅛ inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where you connect stereo headphones or external speakers. .4/ The line-in jack , a ⅛ inch (3.5mm) diameter[...]

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    Identifying the hardware features .9/ The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is con- nected. .1ð/ The external-monitor connector is where you attach the external monitor. .11/ The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer. .12/ The parallel connector is where you connect a parallel- printer signal cable. .13/ The serial connec[...]

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    Identifying the hardware features Bottom view of the computer 2 1 .1/ The hard disk drive is the built-in mass storage device for the computer. .2/ Insert a straightened paper clip into the reset switch hole to reset the system in the event that your computer locks up or "hangs." .3/ The battery-pack latch releases the battery pack. .4/ T[...]

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    System status indicators System status indicators The system-status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors (green and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon: ThinkP ad ThinkPad ThinkPad Chapter 1. Getting fam[...]

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    System status indicators Symbol Color Meaning .1/ Battery status Green Enough battery power remains for operation. Blinking orange The battery pack needs to be charged Orange The battery pack is being charged. .2/ Suspend mode Green The computer is in suspend mode Blinking green The computer is entering suspend or hibernation mode, or is resuming n[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Distinctive functions of your computer Your computer has unique keyboard functions and utility programs for easy configuration. This section includes the following topics:  Keyboard functions  ThinkPad utilities  Online User's Guide Keyboard functions Your computer's keyboard has the followi[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer ThinkPad ThinkPad Left c lic k b utton Sti c k Rig h t c lic k b utton If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint, these instructions will help you get started: 1. Place your hands in the typing position and press gently with either index finger on the stick in the direction you want the cursor to move.[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer ThinkPad Mouse P ointer (Curso r) Stick Left clic k bu tto n Righ t c lic k bu tto n 2. Press the click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software. Changing the Cap The cap .1/ on the end of the TrackPoint is removable. You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your [...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer For more information on customizing the TrackPoint “Custom- izing the TrackPoint” on page 44. Fn key The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the Fn key .1/ ; then press the appropriate function key .2/ . ThinkP ad ThinkPa[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer The Fn Key Lock Function The following setup give you the same effect as when you press and hold the F n key and then press an appropriate function key: Start the ThinkPad Configuration program, (see “ThinkPad configuration” on page 29). Click the Accessibility ( ) button, and click Enable for Fn key lock [...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with keys: Feature and Icon Key Combination Meaning Power Mode Functions Power mode switching Fn+F8 During battery power operation, the power mode changes as follows: For more information Online User's Guide. Power Conservation Functions for Ba[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer __ _ NumLk Insert Delet e Back space + = __ _ / ) 0 ( 9 9 * 8 8 & 7 7 | } ] { [ P O I U Y * 6 Enter “ ‘ “ ‘ : ; L 3 - 5 4 K J H 2 1 Caps Lock Shift ? / + > . . < , M 0 N B Alt Ctr l PgUp NumLk Home End PgDn F7 F 6F 8 F 9 F 1 2 F10 F11 If the numeric keypad is enabled, press and hold Shift t[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer ThinkPad utility programs Your ThinkPad computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration:  BIOS Setup Utility  ThinkPad Configuration program This section summarizes these utility programs. BIOS Setup Utility Your computer provides a BIOS Setup Utility which allows you to select various[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer To start the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive; then turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer; then press F1 while the IBM ThinkPad logo is being displayed. The BIOS Setup Utility menu appears: IBM B IOS Setu p U tility System-unit serial number XXXXXXXXXXX[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Note: If you would like to discard your changes, see “Restart” on page 28. Config: Selecting the Config item and pressing Enter displays the following "Config" submenu. IBM B IOS Setu p U tility Config Ite m Specific He lp Memor y System Board Initializ e Advanced Setup F1 Help Select It em Space[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Selecting the Advanced Setup item and pressing Enter displays the following "Advanced Setup" submenu. IBM B IOS Setu p U tility Adv anced Se tu p Ite m Specific He lp Serial P or t Infrare d P arallel p o rt PCI K eyboard/Mouse Po we r Others F1 Help Select It em Space/- Change V al ues F9 Setup Def [...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer IBM B IO S Setup U tility K e yboard/Mouse It em Specific Help Tr a c k P o i n t T ypematic Rate Sticky Fn key [Enabled] [F ast] [Disabled] Enab le/Disab le inter nal track point. F1 Help Select Item Space/- Change V alues F9 Setup Defaults F3/Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Sav e and Exit 1. T[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer IBM B IO S Setup U tility P ower Ite m Specific Help P ower Mode for A C P ower Mode for Batter y Customize Timer V alues Suspend Timer LCD off Timer HDD off Timer Processor Speed: Hibernat e b y timer Low B a tte ry Actio n Suspend when LCD is closed RediSafe Resume On Ti me: Resume Ti me Resume Dat e Resume [...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer 4. Processor Speed: Reduces the speed of the processor in power saving mode. Settings are Fixed Medium , Fixed Max , Fixed Slow , Auto Medium , and Auto Slow . – Hibernate by timer enables you to set the system to enter hibernation mode instead of suspend mode when the suspend timer has elapsed. Settings are[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer – Screen Blanking enables or disables screen blanking. Set- tings are Enabled , or Disabled . – Power switch mode sets the function of the power button after the computer has been started. When set to On/Off , the button is used to power the computer on and off. When set to Hibernation , the power button i[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer – Reset Config Data sets the BIOS configuration data back to factory defaults. – Boot display device sets the display output device on start up. For more information, see “Display output location” on page 64. – HV Expansion expands/shrinks the screen. For more infor- mation, see “Display output loc[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Date/Time: Selecting the Date/Time item and pressing Enter dis- plays the following "Date/Time" submenu. IBM B IOS Setu p U tility Date/T im e Item Spe c ific H e lp System Time: System Date: [17:28:12] [03/21/1999] <T ab>, <Shif t-T ab>, or <Enter> selects f ield. F1 Help Select It[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Password: Selecting the Password item and pressing Enter dis- plays the following "Password" submenu. IBM B IOS Setu p U tility P ass w ord Item Sp e c ific H e lp Set P owe r on P as sword Set HDD Passw or d Set Super visor P ass word [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] F1 Help Select It em Space/- Change V al [...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Startup: Selecting the Startup item and pressing Enter displays the following "Startup" submenu. IBM B IOS Setu p U tility Startup Item Sp e c ific H e lp - Removable Devices Legacy Floppy De vices - Hard D r iv e IBM-DBCAx xx Network Boot F1 Help Select It em Space/- Change V al ues F9 Setup Def aul[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer To change the startup sequence, do the following: 1. Press the up or down arrow keys to select the item to change. 2. Press the - key to move the item down in the priority list; press the + key to move it up in the priority list. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other items you want to change. 4. Press F10 and pres[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer This submenu includes the following:  Exit Saving Changes: exit the BIOS Setup Utility, saving your changes.  Exit Discarding Changes: exits the BIOS Setup Utility, dis- carding your changes.  Discard Changes: discards your changes.  Save Changes: saves your changes. Select a restart option and pre[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer .1/ The Display Device buttons Click one of these buttons to set the display output type to the LCD, external monitor, or both. If making a presentation, you can click the presentation button to disable any system timers, such as the LCD turnoff timer or the power management mode timers. .2/ The Power Mode but[...]

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    Distinctive functions of your computer Online User's Guide Your ThinkPad computer features an online user's guide, so that you will always have key information at your fingertips even if you are traveling. It contains the following information:  Basic: – Using your computer outside your country – Using the audio, infrared, and mode[...]

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    Backing up your system Backing up your system To back up your system or reinstall the operating system, your ThinkPad computer has the following features: Note: These features are for Windows 98, Windows 95 and Windows NT. If you are using a different operating system, get the hardware device driver from the ThinkPad Web site (see “ThinkPad Web s[...]

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    Backing up your system new hardware or software work, it will set your computer up and running again. This application protects your data. ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board IBM supplies all of the latest hardware device drivers and system BIOS for your computer on the ThinkPad Web site: http://www.pc.ibm.com/thinkpad You can also use the IBM bull[...]

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    Replacing the battery pack Replacing the battery pack To insert the battery pack, do as follows: 1. Power off your computer. 2. Disconnect the AC Adapter and cables. 3. Close the LCD and turn the computer over. 4. Slide the battery-pack lock .1/ to the unlocked position . Slide the battery latch .2/ in the direction of the arrow. Remove the battery[...]

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    Replacing the battery pack Attaching the Large Battery pack To attach the large battery pack, refer to the instructions in “Replacing the battery pack” on page 34 and the following illustrations: 2 1 2 1 2 1 Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 35[...]

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    Handling your computer Handling your computer By using common sense and by following these handling tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your ThinkPad computer for a long time to come. Notebook computers are precision machines that require a bit of careful handling. Though the IBM ThinkPad computer is designed and tested to be a dur[...]

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    Handling your computer  Do not turn your computer over while the AC Adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug.  Do not use your computer when the temperature is below 10°C or above 35°C (50°F to 95°F).  Do not place your computer closer than 13 cm (5 in.) from any electrical appliance that generates a strong magnetic fie[...]

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    Handling your computer ThinkPad do's  Treat your computer like a precision piece of electronic machinery.  Retain and store packing materials safely out of reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags.  Register your ThinkPad products with IBM (refer to the Setup Guide ). This can help authorities return your[...]

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    Handling your computer Maximizing battery-powered operation  Whenever possible, use the ThinkPad battery power-saving modes: – Standby: The LCD and the hard disk drive are turned off. – Suspend: All tasks are stopped and stored in memory to save power. – Hibernation: All tasks are stopped. The memory data and the current status of the comp[...]

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    Handling your computer Ergonomics information This is important information you should read before using your port- able ThinkPad computer in your "virtual office". Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequent changes in your environment. Following some simple "rules of the road" will make things easier and bring [...]

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    Handling your computer Chair Thighs Head View Dis play Ar ms .1/ Head Keep your head in a comfortable and vertical position. .2/ View Maintain a comfortable viewing distance of 510-760 mm (20-30 in.). .3/ Display Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. Keep the display screen clean and [...]

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    Handling your computer For more information For information from the World Wide Web www.us.pc.ibm.com www.networking.ibm.com/wireless For product and dealer location information 1 800 426-2968 To access the IBM PC Company Bulletin Board 1 919 517-0001 For product information sent directly to your fax machine 1 800 IBM-3395 (1 800 426-3395) IBM PC P[...]

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    Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer This chapter provides information on how to customize and extend the ThinkPad's features. You can use the ThinkPad with external devices and increase the memory. Customizing the TrackPoint ..................... 4 4 Using the Press-to-Select page ................. 4 5 Using the Sensitivity page[...]

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    Customizing the TrackPoint You can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following: 1. Click Start . 2. Move the cursor to Settings , then click Control Panel . 3. Double-click TrackPoint . The "TrackPoint Properties" window appears. You can set the following features in this window:  Press-to-Select  Sensitivity You can set the fea[...]

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    Customizing the TrackPoint Using the Press-to-Select page If you enable Press-to-Select by putting a check mark in the Enable Press-to-Select box, you can make the TrackPoint stick function the same as the left or right click button on the keyboard.  If you check Enable Dragging , you can drag the icon that you select with the TrackPoint stick b[...]

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    Customizing the TrackPoint Note: If you set the pace too slow, you might notice unintended clicks, a pointer delay, or a dragging delay. However, if you set the pace too fast, you might find Press-to-Select hard to use. Using the Sensitivity page This function adjusts the force required for both cursor movement and Press-to-Select. Slide toward Fir[...]

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    Customizing the TrackPoint Increasing memory Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs run faster. Your dealer can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a small outline dual inline memory module (SoDIMM), available as an option. Different capacities of SoDIMM are available. Notes: 1. If you changed the m[...]

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    Increasing memory 5. Set the ThinkPad 240 on its base. 6. Pull up on the top of the keyboard as shown in the illustration below .1/ . Pull the keyboard out in the directions of the arrows as shown in .2/ . CAUTION: Be careful not to pull the keyboard away from the computer; you may break the keyboard cables. 48 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference[...]

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    Increasing memory ThinkPad CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not fall inside the keyboard space. 7. Flip the top of the keyboard 180 degrees and place it on top of the TrackPoint buttons, ensuring you do not put too much stress on the keyboard cables. Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 49[...]

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    Increasing memory ThinkPad ThinkPad DRAM compar tment CAUTION: When opening the keyboard, ensure that foreign materials do not fall inside the keyboard space. 8. Locate the DRAM compartment. ThinkPad ThinkPad DRAM compar tment DRAM module 9. If memory is inserted, remove the memory module. 50 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference[...]

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    Increasing memory a. Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows .1/ to release the memory module. b. Pull the memory module upwards to an angle of about 20 degrees .2/ . c. Pull the module from the socket .3/ . 10. Insert the new memory module. 20 a. Line up the memory module connector with the slot. b. Insert the memory module at an angle of abo[...]

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    Increasing memory 11. Flip the keyboard 180 degrees forward and reinsert the key- board, ensuring that you don't crimp the keyboard cables and that all the tabs are inserted. 12. Holding the keyboard down with one hand, turn the computer to its side. Re-insert the screws you removed in Step 3. 13. Restart your ThinkPad 240. The computer will a[...]

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    Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard This section explains how to attach an external mouse, external numeric keypad, and external keyboard to your computer. Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the external-input-device connecto[...]

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    Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard The TrackPoint is disabled automatically. Attention: If you want to use a serial or USB mouse, you need to connect the mouse, and disable the TrackPoint (see “Disabling the TrackPoint” on page 56, then restart the computer). If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and mouse at the same[...]

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    Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard Attaching an external keyboard and mouse You can connect an external keyboard to your computer either directly through the external input-device connector or through the keyboard/mouse cable (available separately as an option). When the external keyboard is attached, the following keys are not availab[...]

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    Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard ThinkPad Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard When using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard, you do not need to install the device driver supplied with the Space Saver Key- board. The TrackPoint on the ThinkPad is disabled when you use the Spacer Saver Keyboard. Disabling the TrackPoint Usin[...]

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    Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard For Windows 98 and Windows 95: To disable the TrackPoint: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. (See “ThinkPad configuration” on page 29.) 2. Click the TrackPoint ( ) button. 3. Click Disable for the TrackPoint. These changes become effective when computer power is turned off and then on ag[...]

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    Attaching the external FDD drive Attaching the external FDD drive This section provides information about connecting the computer to the external FDD. The external FDD drive further increases the portability of your ThinkPad 240 by enabling you to use 3.5–inch diskettes. To attach the external FDD drive, do the following: 1. Connect the FDD cable[...]

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    Attaching the external CD-ROM drive Attaching the external CD-ROM drive You can use the IBM portable CD-ROM drive with your ThinkPad 240. This section will cover connecting your CD-ROM to the com- puter and installing the CD-ROM driver. Connecting the CD-ROM to the ThinkPad 240 To connect the CD-ROM to the ThinkPad 240, refer to the following illus[...]

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    Attaching the external CD-ROM drive 3. Squeeze both sides of the small connector on the interface cable, and connect it to the interface connector on the CD-ROM drive .5/ . 4. Squeeze both sides of the large connector on the interface cable, and connect it to the connector on the PC Card .6/ . Attention: Be sure to insert and remove the interface c[...]

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    Attaching the external CD-ROM drive 6. Check that the diskette drive (for example, A:) has been selected; click OK . 7. You may get a message stating that the driver on your system is a newer version than the one on the driver diskette. If this occurs, the setup program will ask you if you want to keep the device driver you have. Select Yes . 8. W[...]

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    Attaching the external CD-ROM drive 10. When the message "Do you want to restart your computer now?" appears, remove the driver diskette, and click Yes . Your com- puter will automatically restart. Note: You might be prompted to restart the computer a few times to successfully install the driver. You can now use the CD-ROM in Windows NT 4[...]

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    Attaching an external monitor Attaching an external monitor This section provides information about using the computer LCD and an external monitor. It also provides things to consider when using DOS applications. The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transistor (TFT) technology. The LCD displays output with SVGA (800x600 resolution) video mode an[...]

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    Attaching an external monitor a. Click the LCD or External Display ( o r ) button. b. Click the Advanced Properties... button. You can select your monitor type from the monitor list, or click a new resolution or refresh rate. Note: Refer to the specifications for your external monitor to determine its supported resolutions and refresh rates. 4. Res[...]

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    Attaching an external monitor Important Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in suspend mode or hibernation mode. If no external monitor is attached when the computer resumes, the LCD remains blank and output is not displayed. This restriction does not depend on the resolution value. The DOS Screen Image on the LCD If you us[...]

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    Attaching an external monitor  Display output on the LCD, or both on the LCD and external monitor ( LCD or LCD+External Display ).  Display output only on the external monitor ( External Display ). Note: If you are using an old external monitor, the resolution and color depth might be limited. Resolution Supported Color Depth 640x480 (VGA) 16[...]

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    Attaching a printer Attaching a printer Any parallel printer with the standard Centronics** interface can be attached to the 25–pin, parallel connector at the rear of the com- puter. Note: The best kind of parallel or serial interface is flush against the notebook chassis when connected. Some connectors may have a plastic lip that forces the para[...]

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    Inserting a PC Card Inserting a PC Card This section describes how to prepare to use a PC Card. Your computer has one PC Card slot and supports the following types of cards:  Type II PC Card  CardBus To install a PC Card in your computer, do the following: 1. Find the notched edge .1/ of the PC Card as shown. 2. Insert the PC Card into the PC[...]

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    Inserting a PC Card Note: If you have not installed the PC Card driver, Windows 98 starts "PCMCIA Card Services Wizard" to install it. Follow the instructions on the screen. You have completed setting up the PC Card, and you can now use it. For more information on how to use the PC Card software the Online User's Guide. Removing the [...]

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    70 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference[...]

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    Chapter 3. Protecting your computer This chapter provides information about how to protect your com- puter from theft or unauthorized use. Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Entering a password ....................... 7 3 Setting a password ........................ 7 4 Changing or removing a password ..........[...]

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    Using passwords The password-setting feature helps to prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password, a prompt appears on the screen each time you turn on the computer. You must enter your password at the prompt. You cannot use the computer unless you type the correct password. You can set the following passwords on your c[...]

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    Using passwords required for users. Users can start the computer without pro- viding the supervisor password. The supervisor password is required only to access the BIOS Setup Utility. It provides the following security features: – Only a system administrator can access the BIOS Setup Utility. If a supervisor password is set, a password prompt ap[...]

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    Using passwords Setting a password To set a Power On, Hard Disk, or Supervisor password, do the following: 1. Restart the computer. 2. When the IBM logo is displayed, press F1 to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Select Password and press Enter . The "Password" submenu appears: IBM B IOS Setu p U tility P ass w ord Item Sp e c ific H e lp [...]

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    Using passwords 9 ). Uppercase and lowercase letters (for example, A and a ) are treated as the same character. If you type a wrong character, use the Backspace key to erase it and then type the correct one. 6. Type your password again and press Enter to verify it. Note: Write down the password and keep it in a safe place. Do Not Forget Your Passwo[...]

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    Using locks Using locks You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help to prevent it from being removed without your permission. Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole .1/ on the left side of the computer; then secure the chain on the lock to a secure stationary object. ThinkPad Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and [...]

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    Chapter 4. Solving computer problems Frequently asked questions ..................... 7 8 Hints, tips and limitations ...................... 8 6 USB connector considerations .................. 8 6 Using an external condenser microphone ........... 8 6 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Troubleshooting charts . [...]

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    Frequently asked questions This section addresses frequently asked questions. Go to the page indicated in the following chart and do the specified action. To solve the problems discussed in this section, you need to use the ThinkPad Configuration program. To start the ThinkPad Configuration program, click Start . Move the cursor to Programs , IBM ;[...]

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    Frequently asked questions The ThinkPad Configuration program window appears: Chapter 4. Solving computer problems 79[...]

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    Frequently asked questions My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. How do I stop this? You can disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn off timer or the power management mode timers with the ThinkPad Configuration program. 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2. Click the Disable Shut-off Timers button. How do I use my inf[...]

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    Frequently asked questions How do I use my serial port as a communication port? You can disable your ThinkPad's serial port in order to free resources for another communication device, such as the infrared port. If the serial port is disabled, you need to enable it before you use it again. To enable your serial port, do as follows: 1. Save you[...]

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    Frequently asked questions How can I use an external mouse when I am at my desk, but then use the TrackPoint when I am away from my desk? For a serial mouse: To use a serial mouse, do as follows: 1. Save your work and quit any program you are using. 2. Connect the serial mouse. 3. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 4. Click the TrackPoint bu[...]

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    Frequently asked questions Why do I not get the highest possible resolution out of my external monitor when I am using the LCD and external monitor at the same time? You can set any resolution for either the ThinkPad LCD or the external monitor. When you use both at the same time, the resolution of both is the same. If you set a higher resolution f[...]

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    Frequently asked questions How can I set up the external monitor if the Windows plug-and-play feature does not detect it? Do as follows: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2. Click the External Display button. The "Display Properties" window appears. 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Click Advanced... button. 5. Click the Monitor ta[...]

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    Frequently asked questions How do I maximize battery life? To maximize battery life, do the following:  Use the battery pack until the charge is completely depleted (until the battery status and power LEDs flash in unison).  Recharge the battery pack completely before using (the battery is fully charged when the AC Adapter is plugged in and t[...]

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    Hints, tips and limitations Hints, tips and limitations This section provides hints, tips, and limitations. For Windows 98 and Windows 95: If you are using the Intel USB camera and the system resumes from suspend mode, the USB camera is disa- bled. To enable it, unplug it and plug it in again. For Windows NT: Hibernation is not supported. For more [...]

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    Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide If a beep sounds, a message appears, or a function-related problem occurs: 1. Find your symptom in the Troubleshooting Charts and try solving the problem. “Troubleshooting charts” on page 88 2. If you can't solve the problem, note the error code and have the com- puter serviced Chapter 5, “Gett[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Troubleshooting charts If your computer has an error, it often displays a message or an error code, or a beep sounds when you power it on. Go through the charts and look for your problem. If you find the problem, go to the page indicated and do the specified action. Troubleshooting Chart Page Error codes or screen messages 89[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Error codes or messages Note: In the charts, x can be any character. Problem Action 0200 (hard disk error) The hard disk is not working. Make sure the hard disk drive is attached firmly. Run the BIOS setup utility; then make sure the hard disk drive is properly identi- fied. 021 x (keyboard error) Make sure no object is place[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Problem Action 0251 (system CMOS checksum bad) The system CMOS might have been corrupted by an application program. The computer uses the default settings. Run the BIOS setup utility to reconfigure the settings. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced. 0252 (password checksum bad) The password you have set is [...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Problem Action The DOS full-screen looks smaller. If you use a DOS application that supports only the 640x480 resolution (VGA mode), the screen image might look slightly distorted or might appear smaller than the display size. This is to maintain compatibility with other DOS applications. To expand the screen image to the sam[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts No error codes or messages Problem Action The screen is blank and you don't hear any beeps. Note: If you are not sure whether you hear any beeps, turn the computer off; then turn it on and listen again. If you are using an external monitor, go to “External monitor problems” on page 104. If a Power-on password is set,[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Input problems Problem Action The cursor does not move after the computer awakens from one of the power management modes. Make sure you followed the instructions in the Online User's Guide correctly when you installed Windows with the Advanced Power Management (APM) option. All or some keys on the keyboard do not work. ?[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Problem Action The PS/2 mouse or pointing device does not work.  Unless you are using a serial mouse, make sure that the pointing device is enabled in the ThinkPad Configuration program.  Make sure that the mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to the computer.  Try using the TrackPoint. If the TrackPo[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Suspend or hibernation problems Problem Action The computer enters suspend mode automat- ically. The computer enters suspend mode automatically when the processor temper- ature reaches a certain level. This is not a defect. Performance degrade when the computer gets hot during use. The processor speed might decrease under the[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts LCD problems Problem Action The screen is unread- able or distorted. Make sure that:  The ThinkPad display driver is installed correctly. 1. Click Start and move the cursor to Settings ; then click Control Panel . 2. Double-click Display . 3. Select the Settings tab in the "Display Properties" window. 4. (For Win[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Indicator problems Problem Action The battery status indi- cator does not go on even though a battery pack is installed in the computer. The over-current protection device inside the battery pack has been activated. Wait several hours and try again. If the indicator still does not go on, replace the battery pack or have the c[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts HDD problems Problem Action The computer doesn't boot to the operating system.  Check the BIOS setup utility and see HDD settings are configured correctly.  If the settings are correct and the computer still doesn't boot up, have the computer serviced. Infrared communication problems Problem Action Your comput[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Audio problems Problem Action General problems. Problems may be due to such factors as:  The audio cable configuration is not correct for your application.  The audio cable is defective.  The audio equipment is defective. Check if:  The audio function is enabled.  The mute is off. Universal serial bus (USB) pro[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Modem problems Note: Availability of the modem depends on ThinkPad model and country configuration. Problem Action The internal modem does not work when you start your computer from an operating system other than Windows 98 or Windows 95. The operating system might be sharing the same IRQ levels as your modem. The ThinkPad mo[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Problem Action Your modem application does not work with the ThinkPad modem. Make sure that the internal modem port is enabled by opening the "Device Manager" window and running the Modem Wizard or by opening the ThinkPad Configuration program and doing as follows: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2. Cli[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts PC Card problems Problem Action The PC Card shows "Ready", but it does not work correctly. Make sure that:  The system resources reserved for the PC Card do not conflict with other system devices.  Refer to "Resolving System Resource Conflicts" in the Online User's Guide.  The resources reser[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Printer problems Problem Action The printer does not work. Make sure that:  The parallel port is enabled. 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2. Click Parallel Port . 3. Select Enable . 4. Click OK .  The printer is turned on and ready to print.  The printer signal cable is connected to the correct connector[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts External monitor problems Problem Action The external monitor is blank. Do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to another computer and make sure it works. 2. Reconnect the external monitor to your computer. 3. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. 4. Click External Display or LCD + External Display on the toolb[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Problem Action The screen is unread- able or distorted. Make sure that:  The ThinkPad display driver is installed correctly. 1. Click Start and move the cursor to Settings ; then click Control Panel . 2. Double-click Display . 3. Select the Settings tab in the "Display Properties" window. 4. (For Windows 98) Clic[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Other option problems Problem Action An IBM option that you just installed does not work. Make sure that:  The option is designed for your computer.  The option was installed following the instructions supplied with the option or this book.  Other installed options or cables are not loose.  There is no I/O address[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Software problems Problem Action An application does not run correctly. Check the following to make sure that the problem is not being caused by the application:  Your computer has the minimum required memory to run the application. Refer to the manuals supplied with the application.  The application is designed to oper[...]

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    Troubleshooting charts Other problems Problem Action The computer locks or does not accept any input.  Your computer might lock when it enters suspend mode during a communi- cation operation. Disable the Suspend Timer when you are working on the network.  To turn off the computer, push and hold the power switch for about five seconds, then re[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software Recovering lost or damaged software This section describes how to recover lost or damaged software. The following table shows what is needed to recover your system. Problem Tools Provided For More Information Windows 98, Windows 95 and Windows NT You need to recover a lost or damaged device driver. Use the ThinkP[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software The following features are included:  Getting Started Use this page for first-time setup, such as registration.  System Customization Use this page for doing the following: – Reinstalling a software application for Windows 98 – Reinstalling a hardware device driver for Windows 98 – Installing all hard[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software FAT16 or FAT32. From Windows 98 desktop, double-click My Com- puter . Right-click the C drive icon. A menu appears. Click Proper- ties . The C drive "Properties" window appears. Under the item heading entitled File system , you will see an entry. If the entry is FAT, go to “Using the recovery CD with [...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software 12. Restart the computer. As the computer starts, Windows will configure your device and system settings. Follow the instructions on the screen to finalize the recovery installation. Using the Recovery CD with a FAT32 system Follow these instructions to use the Recovery CD if your system is FAT32. 1. From the Win[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software Drive deleted . 9. If you have more than one logical drive in the extended DOS partition, you will again see the message WARNING! Data in a deleted Logical DOS Drive will be lost. 10. At the prompt What drive do you want to delete...? press the next undeleted drive letter listed ([E], or [D], etc.) and then press[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software and Extended DOS Partition deleted . 17. Press [Esc] to return to the FDISK Options screen. 18. Press [3] and then press [Enter]. The "Delete DOS Partition or Logical DOS Drive" window opens. 19. Press [1], and then press [Enter]. The "Delete Primary DOS Partition" screen appears. You see a me[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software 30. Turn the computer on. The computer boots to the prompt. 31. Type FDISK at the DOS prompt. The FDISK Options screen appears. 32. Press [1], and then press [Enter]. The "Create DOS Partition or Logical DOS Drive" screen appears. 33. Press [1], and then press [Enter]. The "Create Primary DOS Parti[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software The "Create Extended DOS Partition" screen appears, and you see the message Extended DOS Partition created . 40. Press [Esc]. You see a message Enter logical drive size in Mbytes or percent of disk space (%)... 41. Enter the desired size for the logical drive and press [Enter]. If you do not use the max[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software 48. Type Format C: at the DOS prompt. You are warned that all your data on drive C will be lost. Press [Y] and then press [Enter]. 49. After the format has completed, you are prompted to enter a volume label. Type a volume label and press [Enter]. 50. After the format has completed, repeat the previous two steps [...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software The "Create DOS Partition or Logical DOS Drive" screen appears. 8. Press [1], and then press [Enter]. The "Create Primary DOS Partition" screen appears. You see the message Do you wish to use the maximum available size for a Primary DOS Partition and make the partition active (Y/N)...? 9. Pres[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software You see a message Enter logical drive size in Mbytes or percent of disk space (%)... 16. Enter the desired size for the logical drive and press [Enter]. If you do not use the maximum space allocated for the extended DOS partition, you will be prompted again with the message Enter logical drive size in Mbytes or p[...]

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    Recovering lost or damaged software 24. After the format has completed, you are prompted to enter a volume label. Type a volume label and press [Enter]. 25. After the format has completed, repeat the previous two steps to format the remaining drives available (replacing "C" with D, E, and F, etc.). 26. After all drives have been formatted[...]

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    Chapter 5. Getting Service Preparations If you need further assistance, you can call your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. You will need to know the following information when requesting repair service:  Identification number of your computer  Options installed in your system Note: Use the record sheet on “Option list” on pag[...]

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    Information on your computer Information on your computer Option list Ø DIMM ____MB Ø PC Card ___________________ Ø _____GB Hard Disk Drive Ø Battery Pack  Ø Standard  Ø Large Ø External Diskette Drive Identification numbers The serial number label is on the bottom of your computer. Write down the machine type and serial number (S/N) i[...]

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    Information on your computer Problem recording sheet  Computer information: Machine type:__________ Serial number:__________ Date of purchase:___/___/___  Type of problem:  Error code:  The operating system and its version number, if available:  Application programs running at the time of the problem: ________________________________[...]

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    Customer support and service Customer support and service Purchasing an IBM PC hardware product entitles you to receive support and services during the limited warranty period. If you need additional support and services, a wide variety of extended solutions that addresses most needs are available for purchase. Help by telephone You can get support[...]

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    Customer support and service  Locations of IBM resellers  Services available from IBM ThinkPad EasyServ ThinkPad EasyServ is a courier repair service for IBM mobile pro- ducts whereby your ThinkPad computer will be picked up, sent to IBM for repair, and then returned to the location of your choice. This service is available at no additional c[...]

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    Customer support and service To access the IBM PC Company Automated Fax System, call:  In the U.S., 1-800-426-3395.  In Canada, 1-800-465-3299. Electronic support services If you have a modem, you can access such public information ser- vices as the electronic bulletin boards and public messaging areas, electronic conferences, and searchable [...]

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    Customer support and service Use the GO word ThinkPad .  PRODIGY** Use the Jump command; type IBM and select PC Product Support .  America Online** Use the Go to keyword IBM . You can also contact us on the Internet for answers to your technical support questions. If you link to our support home page, you can search for technical tips, downlo[...]

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    Purchasing additional services Purchasing additional services During and after the limited warranty period, you can purchase addi- tional services, such as:  Support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs  Network setup and configuration  Upgraded or extended hardware repair services  Custom installati[...]

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    Purchasing additional services Client support line Client support is available to provide assistance with the following:  Installation and configuration of clients  Identification of system problems related to the client in a network environment  Assistance with client network interface cards and options You can purchase this service on a [...]

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    Purchasing additional services - For the Enhanced PC Support Line, select document 11682. - For the Network and Server Support Line, select docu- ment 11683.  In Canada – Call 1-800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-7999.  In other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. For more information on how to purchase the Support [...]

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    Obtaining IBM operating system updates Obtaining IBM operating system updates IBM provides update diskettes, called ServicePaks or corrective service diskettes (CSDs), to customers who report a DOS problem for which there is or will be a corrective program. Getting update diskettes You can obtain update diskettes from:  IBM PC Company BBS IBM So[...]

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    Obtaining IBM operating system updates 132 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference[...]

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    Appendix A. Features and specifications This appendix describes the features and specifications for the com- puter.  Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 133[...]

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    Features Features Processor Intel  Celeron  processor Memory Base: 32 or 64 MB Option: Max. 160MB or 192 MB Storage devices 2.5–inch hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology 800–by–600 resolution on the LCD Up to 1024 by 768 resolution on the external monitor Brightness control Keyboard 77–key, 78–key, or 83–k[...]

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    Features Serial connector (EIA-RS232D) Parallel connector EPP & ECP PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard port PC Card slots (One Type II PC Card) Infrared port Appendix A. Features and specifications 135[...]

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    Specifications Specifications Size With a 10.4–inch display:  Width: 260 mm (10 in.)  Depth: 202 mm (8 in.)  Height: 26.6 mm (1 in.) Environment Temperature (at altitudes less than 2438 m 8000 ft.“):  Operating with no diskette: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)  Operating with a diskette: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)  Non-ope[...]

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    IBM power cords IBM power cords IBM power cords for a specific country are usually available only in that country:  For 2–pin power cords:  For 3–pin power cords: Note: The grounded adapter is required for full MPRII compli- ance. IBM power cord part number Used in these regions 13H5273 Japan IBM power cord part number Used in these regio[...]

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    138 ThinkPad 240 User's Reference[...]

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    Appendix B. Product warranties and notices Statement of Limited Warranty The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited War- ranty apply only to Machines you originally purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or an IBM authorized reseller. The term "Machine" means an IBM machine, its features conversions, upgrades[...]

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    During the warranty period, IBM or your reseller will provide warranty service under the type of service designated for the Machine and will manage and install engineering changes that apply to the Machine. IBM or your reseller will specify the type of service. For a feature, conversion, or upgrade, IBM or your reseller may require that the Machine[...]

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    will be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced. It is your responsibility to: 1. obtain authorization from the owner (for example, your lessor) to have IBM or your reseller service a Machine that you do not own; 2. where applicable, before service is provided — a. follow the problem determination, problem [...]

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    NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WAR- RANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD. In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the a[...]

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    Notices Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM's product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equ[...]

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    Notices Other company, product, and service names, which may be denoted by a double asterisk (**), may be trademarks or service marks of others. Year 2000 readiness and instructions A product is Year 2000 Ready if the product, when used in accord- ance with its associated documentation, is capable of correctly proc- essing, providing, and receiving[...]

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    Notices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gen- erates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not ins[...]

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    Notices Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement This equipment does not exceed Class B limits per radio noise emis- sions for digital apparatus, set out in the Radio Interference Regu- lation of the Canadian Department of Communications. Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada Cet équipement ne [...]

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    Notices bottom of the computer that contains, among other things, the FCC registration number, USOC, and Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment. If these numbers are requested, look at the label and provide this information to your telephone company. 3. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telep[...]

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    Notices Fax branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is[...]

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    Notices Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs of alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equip- ment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own [...]

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    Notices raccorde leur matériel à des jacks d'abonné, sauf dans les cas précis prévus par les tarifs paticuliers de ces entreprises. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées par un centre d'entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le fournisseur. La compagnie de télécommunications peut demader à l'u[...]

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    Glossary This glossary includes terms and defi- nitions from the IBM Dictionary of Com- puting (New York: McGraw-Hill, 1994) ac (AC) . Alternating current. ac power . Power that is supplied to the computer through an electrical outlet. Advanced Power Management (APM) . A facility consisting of one or more layers of software that support power manag[...]

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    CD-ROM . Compact disc read-only memory. combination keys . Keys that have spe- cific functions when you hold them down at the same time. CONFIG.SYS . A file that contains a group of commands to load installable device drivers and reserve space in system memory for information proc- essing. This file is referred to by DOS during system startup. conf[...]

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    turned off to save power. When power is turned on again, the computer imme- diately restores the same data and appli- cations as when hibernation mode started, without restarting the operating system. high-resolution mode . Video resol- utions that are greater than 640 x 480 pels. HPA . High performance addressing. icon . A graphic symbol, displaye[...]

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    pointing device . An instrument, such as a mouse, TrackPoint, or joystick, that is used to move a pointer on the screen. pop-up menu . On the display screen, a menu that emerges in an upward direc- tion from a particular point or line on a display screen. POST . Power-on self-test. power mode . The ThinkPad has three battery operation power modes, [...]

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    Index A America Online 127 attaching 67 audio problems 99 B backing up the system 32 battery pack latch location 6 location 5 lock location 6 maximizing operation 39 maximizing the battery life 85 replacing 34 battery power, maximizing 39 battery problems 97 battery status 8 , location 3 ,location 5 BIOS Setup Utility 16 Advanced submenu 18 Config [...]

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    F facsimile assistance 125 FAQ 78 features 134 Fn key key lock 13 location 3 Fn key functions 12 Frequently Asked Questions 78 G getting service 124 H handling the computer 36 hard disk drive location 3, 6 hard disk password 72 hardware specifications 136 headphone jack, location 4 hibernation mode problems 95 hints 86 hot keys 12 I identification [...]

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    password (continued) types 72 using 72 PC Card 68, 69 problems 102 PC Card eject buttons, location 4 PC Card slots, location 4 power cords 137 power jack, location 5 power switch location 3 power-on lamp 8 power-on password 72 press-to-select 45 printer 67 printer problems 103 problems, recording 123 Prodigy 127 publications, ordering 131 R Recover[...]

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