IBM 570usref Service Manual

Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety information” on page xiii and “Notices” on page 203.

Note for using your computer in Japan

If you are using a modem in Japan, specify the country as “Japan” in the “Dialing Properties” window under the “Modem Properties” window. Using the modem functions with another setting is a violation of the Japanese Telecommunication Business Law.

The AC Adapter complies with the Electrical Appliance and Material Control Law of Japan. Rating: Input ac 100 V 50/60 Hz

Output dc 16 V

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First Edition (January 1999)

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 570 Computer

We have designed the ThinkPad 570 computer with

your mobile computing needs in mind.

To help us continue to build products

that address your mobile computing needs,

please complete the ThinkPad Registration included

in the

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Functional highlights

Compact design

The slim, lightweight, and portable design of the ThinkPad 570 makes traveling with your computer much easier. At less than 1 inches thin and weighing only about 4 pounds, your computer is available wherever and whenever you need it.

High-performance processor

The Intel Mobile Pentium II 300PE-, 333-, or 366-MHz processor delivers fast desktop-computer-level power and advanced performance.

High-performance memory

The ThinkPad 570 utilizes for its memory the high-speed 66-MHz SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random access memory), which enhances the computer's advanced performance.

Large-capacity hard disk drive

The 6.4- or 4.0-GB user-upgradable hard disk drive provides ample storage for your computing needs.

Large color display (LCD)

The ThinkPad 570's 13.3- or 12.1-inch active matrix TFT (thin-film transistor) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics.

Easy-to-use keyboard and enhanced pointing device

The ThinkPad 570 has a full-size, full-stroke keyboard with an enhanced TrackPoint pointing device that enables you to select merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. A center button converts the TrackPoint into a scroll-controlling device or a magnifying glass on the screen.

To use the TrackPoint

“TrackPoint” on page 42.

Lithium-ion battery pack

The large-capacity lithium-ion battery pack extends the operating time of your computer, further enhancing its portability.

Built-in modem

The integrated modem enables you to send or receive data, faxes, and voice over a telephone line. Supporting V.90 protocol and data rates of up to 56 Kbps, the modem makes communication easy and efficient when you are away from your office.

To use the ThinkPad modem function

Online User's Guide

PC Card support

Your computer provides two PC Card slots that accept a 16-bit PC Card, CardBus Card, or Zoomed Video Card.

To install a PC Card

“Using a PC Card” on page 81.

Capability for further expansion, flexibility, and communication

You can further enhance your ThinkPad 570's functionality by attaching it to the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and a port replicator (ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator or ThinkPad Port Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature).

The ThinkPad 570 UltraBase allows you easily add such options as a second battery, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, or many other options. The port replicator provides cable management and easy Ethernet connectivity.

With these options your computer can be both portable when you are mobile and emulate a powerful desktop computer when you are in your office or home.

For more information with the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and port replicators” on page 84.

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“Extending the features of your computer

Contents

Functional highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

About this book ............................ xi

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Handling the ThinkPad computer ................. xv

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer ........ 1

Identifying the hardware features ................... 2

System-status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Online User's Guide .......................... 8

Backing up your system ........................ 9

Recovering lost or damaged software .............. 9

ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board .............. 13

Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Help at the ThinkPad Web site ................. 14

Help by telephone ......................... 15

Recording sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 19

ThinkPad utility programs ...................... 21

BIOS Setup Utility ......................... 21

ThinkPad Configuration Program ................ 32

PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using the keyboard functions .................... 38

Fn key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Installing the DIMM ........................ 51

Removing the DIMM ....................... 56

Replacing the battery ........................ 57

Replacing the backup battery .................. 59

Upgrading the hard disk drive ................... 62

Attaching the external diskette drive ................ 66

Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard ........ 68

Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad ....... 68

Attaching an external keyboard and mouse .......... 70

Using an external monitor ...................... 72

Using the dual display function ................. 77

Using a PC Card ........................... 81

Installing a PC Card ....................... 81

Removing the PC Card ...................... 83

Extending the features of your computer with the ThinkPad 570

UltraBase and port replicators ................... 84

Using your computer with the UltraBase ............ 87

Using your computer with the UltraBase and the Port

Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature ......... 97

Using your computer with the UltraBase and the ThinkPad

560 Port Replicator ....................... 111

Using your computer with the Port Replicator with Advanced

EtherJet Feature through the Direct Dock Adapter ..... 122

Using your computer with the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator

through the Direct Dock Adapter ............... 132

Using other features ......................... 141

Serial connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Parallel connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Universal serial bus connector .................. 141

Audio features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Modem features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Chapter 3. Protecting your computer ............. 143

Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Entering a password ....................... 146

Setting a password ........................ 147

Changing or removing a password ............... 151

Using locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Using the security screw ...................... 157

Chapter 4. Solving computer problems ............ 159

Hints and tips ............................. 160

Using power management .................... 163

Using the USB connector .................... 163

Using the DVD-ROM drive .................... 163

Using a PC Card ......................... 163

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A CardWorks consideration ................... 164

Using a second CardBus Card ................. 165

Using a microphone ........................ 165

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Troubleshooting charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Error codes or messages .................... 168

No error codes or messages .................. 171

Input problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Suspend or hibernation problems ................ 173

LCD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

An indicator problem ....................... 178

Battery problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

A hard-disk-drive problem .................... 179

CD-ROM drive problems ..................... 179

DVD-ROM drive problems .................... 180

Infrared communication problems ................ 181

Audio or telephony problems .................. 182

A universal serial bus (USB) problem ............. 183

PC Card or built-in modem problems .............. 184

Other PC Card problems ..................... 185

Port replicator problems ..................... 187

A printer problem ......................... 189

External monitor problems .................... 189

Other option problems ...................... 192

Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Other problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Appendix A. Features and specifications ........... 195

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

IBM power cords ........................... 198

Appendix B. Product warranty and notices .......... 201

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

Year 2000 readiness and instructions ............. 203

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204

Electronic emission notices ................... 205

Telecommunication notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

Industry Canada requirements .................. 209

Patent protection notice ..................... 211

Notice for Australia ........................ 211

Contents ix

Notice for European Union countries .............. 211

Setting the RingCentral application for New Zealand ..... 211

Using the 56-Kbps modem in New Zealand .......... 211

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

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About this book

This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 570 computer. Before using the computer, be sure to read the

Chapter 1,

"Basic information

on your computer,"

acquaints you with the hardware features, information on how to back up or recover the system, and IBM's support and service.

Chapter 2,

"Using your computer and

extending its features,"

provides information on installing devices and using your computer's high-technology features.

ThinkPad Setup Guide

Chapter 3,

"Protecting your computer,"

provides information on using passwords and locks.

and Chapter 1 of this book.

Chapter 4, "Solving computer problems,"

describes what to do if you have a computer problem. The chapter includes troubleshooting charts.

Appendix A, "Features and specifications," describes the features and specifications associated with your computer, including information on power cords.

Appendix B, "Product warranty and notices," contains the warranty statement for your computer and notices for this book.

The book concludes with an index.

Icons used in this book

For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer:

WIN

Information for Microsoft Windows 98 users

Information for Microsoft Windows 95 users

Information for Microsoft Windows NT users

DOS

Information for IBM DOS users

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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.

Safety information

DANGER

Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication 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 properly grounded outlet.

To Connect

Turn everything OFF.

First, attach all cables to devices.

Attach the signal cables to receptacles.

Attach the power cord to an outlet.

Turn the device ON.

To Disconnect

Turn everything OFF.

First, remove the power cord from the outlet.

Remove signal cables from receptacles.

Remove all cables from devices.

DANGER

Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the rechargeable battery pack. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. In the United States, call IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal.

DANGER

The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6572 UL-recognized component—File No. MH12210) contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) repair or disassemble. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

CAUTION: The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD) contains mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes; then get medical care if any symptoms are present after washing.

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Handling the ThinkPad computer

By using common sense and by following these handling tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer for a long time to come.

This section provides tips for handling notebook computers in general. Some descriptions might not suit your situation. Check your shipping checklist to confirm the items you get with your computer.

Notebook computers are precision machines that require a bit of careful handling. Though your computer is designed and tested to be a durable notebook computer that functions reliably in normal work environments, you need to use some common sense in handling it.

Handling tips

Do not subject your computer to physical punishment, such as dropping or bumping.

Do not place heavy objects on your computer.

Do not spill liquids into your computer.

Do not use your computer in or near water (to avoid the danger of electrical shock).

Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. Your LCD might be damaged.

A scratchlike marking on your LCD might be a stain transferred from the keyboard (including from the TrackPoint stick) when the cover was pressed from the outside. Wipe such a stain gently with a dry soft cloth. If the stain remains, moisten the cloth with LCD cleaner and wipe the stain again. Be sure to dry the LCD before closing it.

Do not place any objects between the display and keyboard.

Do not move the computer when the hard disk drive is accessing data (when the indicator is blinking).

Do not crush or drop the external or removable hard disk, diskette, or CD-ROM drive when it is outside your computer.

Do not connect the modem to a PBX (private branch exchange) or other digital telephone extension line. Your computer can use only a public-switched telephone network (PSTN). Use of a phone line other than PSTN can damage your modem. If you are not sure which kind of phone line you are using, contact your telephone company. Many hotels or office buildings use digital telephone extension lines, so check before connecting the telephone cable in such places.

Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer dissipates some heat during normal operation. This heat is a function of the level of system activity and battery charge level.

For more information

Online User's Guide

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To power off the computer, hold the power switch for just a second and release it. Wait at least 5 seconds before powering on again (or resuming normal operation from suspend or hibernation mode).

Identifying the hardware features ................... 2

System-status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Online User's Guide .......................... 8

Backing up your system ........................ 9

Recovering lost or damaged software .............. 9

Using the Software Selections CD ............... 9

Using the Software Selections program on the hard disk . 11 Using the Recovery CD for Windows 98, Windows 95, or

Windows NT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board .............. 13

Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Help at the ThinkPad Web site ................. 14

Help by telephone ......................... 15

Recording sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Identifying the hardware features

Front view

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Identifying the hardware features

1 The LCD latches open the

LCD.

2 The color LCD screen

displays computer output.

3 The brightness control

adjusts the brightness of the display. For the

12.1-inch display, it is located on the right side of the LCD.

4 The built-in microphone

captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio.

5 The headphone jack, a

-inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where you connect a stereo headphone or external speakers.

6 The line-in jack, a -inch

(3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where you connect an external stereo audio device.

7 The microphone jack, a

-inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where you connect a microphone.

8 The reset switch is used

to power the computer off if an application hangs or if the computer will not accept any input. Use the tip of a pen to press this switch.

9 The infrared port allows

the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability.

1 The PC Card slots accept

PC Cards.

11 The PC Card-eject

buttons eject the PC Card

from the PC Card slot.

12 The system-status

indicators with their

associated symbols show the system status. (

page 6.)

13 The TrackPoint is a built-in

pointing device that provides a function similar to that of a mouse.

14 The click buttons work

with the TrackPoint 13 and provide a function similar to that of mouse buttons.

15 The diskette-eject button

ejects the diskette from the diskette drive.

16 You can attach the diskette

drive as an external diskette drive.

17 The Fn key is used with

the function keys to activate the Fn key

functions. ( page 39.)

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 3

Identifying the hardware features

Rear view

Bottom view

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Rear view of the computer

1 The security keyhole is

used with a mechanical lock. ( page 156.)

2 The power jack is where

the AC Adapter cable is connected.

3 The

external-diskette-drive connector is where you

connect the cable of the external diskette drive.

Bottom view of the computer

1 The battery pack is a

built-in power source for the computer.

2 The battery-pack latch

locks or releases the battery pack.

3 The speaker is built in to

the computer.

4 The system-expansion

connector (244-pin)

enables you to connect your computer to a ThinkPad 570 UltraBase or to a ThinkPad 570 Direct Dock Adapter for connection to a port replicator.

5 The fan louvers are for

circulating air within the computer.

Do not place

4 The serial connector is

where you connect a 9-pin, serial-device cable.

5 The parallel connector is

where you connect a parallel-printer signal cable.

6 The external-monitor

connector is where you

attach an external monitor (CRT).

any object in front of these louvers.

6 The power switch turns

the computer on and off. You can slide this switch by pushing the white notch on it.

7 The universal serial bus

(USB) connector enables

you to connect any device that conforms to the USB interface. Many recent digital devices conform to this new standard.

8 To install or remove the

SDRAM dual inline memory module (DIMM) option, loosen this

memory-slot-cover screw.

Identifying the hardware features

7 The external-input-device

connector is used to

attach a mouse or an external numeric keypad to the computer. An external keyboard can be attached to this connector through an optional keyboard/mouse cable.

8 The modem connector is

used for connecting your computer to a telephone line.

9 The memory slot accepts

an SDRAM dual inline memory module (DIMM) option.

1 To install or remove the

hard disk, loosen this hard-disk-drive screw. You can use the security screw shipped with your computer as a hard disk screw.

11 The hard disk drive is

built in to the computer.

12 The serial number label

identifies your computer. You need this number to get help.

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 5

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:

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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. When the indicator starts blinking orange, the computer beeps three times.

Orange The battery pack is being charged.

2 Suspend mode Green The computer is in suspend mode. (See the

Blinking green

User's Guide

The computer is entering suspend or hibernation mode or is resuming normal operation.

Online

3 Hard disk in use Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard disk.

Do not enter the computer into suspend mode or power off the computer when this indicator is on

4 Numeric lock Green The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled. You

enable or disable the keypad by pressing and holding the Shift key, and pressing the NumLk key. For details, see “Numeric keypad” on page 41.

5 Caps lock Green Caps Lock mode is enabled. All alphabetic

characters (A–Z) are entered in capital letters without the Shift key being pressed. You enable or disable Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps Lock key.

6 Scroll lock Green Scroll Lock mode is enabled. The Arrow keys can be

used as screen-scroll function keys. The cursor cannot be moved with the Arrow keys.

application programs support this function.

Not all

You enable or disable Scroll Lock mode by pressing the ScrLk key.

7 Power on Green The computer is operational. This indicator is on

when the computer is on and not in suspend mode.

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 7

Online User's Guide

Your computer features an always have key information at your fingertips even if you are traveling. It contains the following information:

Basics:

– Using your computer outside your home country – Using the features of your computer – Protecting your computer – Using your computer with a battery pack – Using your computer with a PC Card – Frequently asked questions

Advanced:

– Resolving system resource conflicts

– Installing software

– Using system management – Using PS2 commands – Using modem commands

Information:

– Finding information in the – Finding information in other publications – Finding information on the Internet

– Glossary

– Handling tips and ergonomics information

– Getting service

Online User's Guide

so that you will

To start the screen, move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad 570; then click ThinkPad 570 User's Guide.

The

Online User's Guide

make a printout if necessary.

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Online User's Guide

appears. Go to the section you want, and

You can also access the site

http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad

, click Start from the Windows main

Online User's Guide

from the IBM Web

Backing up your system

To back up your system or reinstall the operating system, your ThinkPad computer has the following features:

ConfigSafe

Recovering lost or damaged software

Check the following ThinkPad Web site for the latest information. When updates become available, they are posted on:

Backing up your system

The Software Selections CD The Software Selections program on the hard disk The Recovery CD

The ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board

If you use the Software Selections CD or the Recovery CD, you need an external CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive that is compatible with your computer. If you have the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase (option) attached to your computer, and have added a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive to it, you can use either of these drives.

http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad

Using the Software Selections CD

The Software Selections CD is provided for your installation convenience; you can customize your system using this CD. It contains all the software applications and hardware device drivers for your computer in the Windows 98, Windows 95, or Windows NT environment.

For the device drivers for DOS http://www.pc.ibm.com/support.

You can select the Notebook & PDA Support from the menu on this site.

If you need to reinstall a software application or a hardware device driver, put the Software Selections CD in your CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. The features menu appears automatically.

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 9

Backing up your system

The Software Selections CD includes the following features:

The Software Selections program on the hard disk provides the same functions as those on the Software Selections CD, except

Create a Software Selections CD Image

page 11.

Welcome

This page displays the model and serial number of your computer, and a menu from which you can select an item by clicking it.

Install Software

Use this page for doing the following:

– Reinstalling a software application for Windows 98 – Reinstalling a hardware device driver for Windows 98 – Installing all hardware device drivers when installing

Windows 95

– Installing all hardware device drivers when installing

Windows NT

– Installing value-added software that was not preinstalled on

your computer.

Uninstall Software

You can uninstall any application program or device driver that was installed from the Software Selections CD and that has an uninstall entry in the Add/Remove Program list.

Advanced Function

– Change Settings

You can view the Software Selections CD program text and software products in a language other than the language of your operating system.

– Create a Device Driver Diskette

You can create a device driver diskette.

– Create a Software Selections CD Image

You can put the Software Selections CD image on your hard disk drive.

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Backing up your system

Read the Licence Agreement

This page describes the license agreement for the programs.

Help

This page contains an introduction to the Software Selections CD and explains each item.

Using the Software Selections program on the hard disk

A hard disk version of the Software Selections program is provided for your convenience. This version contains the same functions as the Software Selections CD, except Create a Software Selections CD Image.

For example, if you do not have the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive attached to your computer, you can install the value-added applications that are not preinstalled in your computer.

The Software Selections program on the hard disk is contained in the C:\IBMTOOLS\SOFTSEL directory on your hard disk. If you want to remove the Software Selections program to save hard disk space, you can delete this directory. All of the software is on the Software Selections CD.

To use the Software Selections program on the hard disk, do the following:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad 570; then click Software Selections.

Click Install and select the item you want to install.

Click Install.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

For more information about installing a new operating system (such as Windows NT) and device drivers

Guide

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 11

Online User's

Backing up your system

Using the Recovery CD for Windows 98, Windows 95, or Windows NT

A Recovery CD and a Recovery CD Boot Diskette are provided with your computer.

If you accidentally erase the preinstalled Windows 98 or Windows NT in your computer's hard disk, you can recover it by using the Windows 98 or Windows NT Recovery CD.

If you are provided the Windows 95 Recovery CD, you can install Windows 95. This Recovery CD deletes the preinstalled Windows 98 or Windows NT and installs Windows 95.

These recovery programs delete all personal data and your customized configuration settings. They reset your computer to most of the factory-shipped default values. Be sure to back up your personal files before you use a Recovery CD.

The recovery process might take up to 2 hours.

Power off the computer.

Connect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive to your computer.

Connect the diskette drive to your computer.

Insert the Recovery CD Boot Diskette into the diskette drive.

Power on the computer.

Your hard disk is formatted.

Follow the instruction that appears on the screen.

You are prompted to insert a Recovery CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive in the process.

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When the process is complete, remove the Recovery CD Boot Diskette from the diskette drive.

Select Restart.

Your computer restarts with the original preloaded Windows 98 or Windows NT configuration (or a Windows 95 configuration if you are provided the Windows 95 Recovery CD and selected it during the process).

ConfigSafe

ConfigSafe is an application program for Windows 98, Windows 95, or Windows NT that periodically takes files. If your computer does not operate properly after you install a new device driver or software, use ConfigSafe to restore the last working version of your system files. Although it might not make your new hardware or software work, it will get your computer up and running again.

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 at:

http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad

Backing up your system

snapshots

of your system

You can also use the IBM bulletin board service.

For more information about electronic service and support

Online User's Guide

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 13

Getting 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.

About your warranty

During the warranty period, you might be responsible for repair costs if the product damage was due to misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance.

For full information on the product warranty, see Appendix B.

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 recording sheet on page 16.

Error message or problem

Note: Error messages can help identify which service action is

required and help the service representative provide quick and efficient service.

Use the recording sheet on page 17.

Help at the ThinkPad Web site

You can get support and information at the ThinkPad Web site.

The latest information about the ThinkPad computers

http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad

Technical support information

http://www.pc.ibm.com/support

IBM might make improvements or changes to these Web sites at any time without any notice.

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Help by telephone

You can get support and information by telephone during the limited warranty period at no additional charge, through the IBM PC Help Center. Experienced technical-support representatives will be on hand to answer any questions you might have, such as:

Please have the following information ready when you call:

Getting service

How to set up your computer How to install and set up your IBM options purchased directly

from IBM or through an IBM reseller

How to use the 30-day support for the preinstalled operating

system

How to get service How to get overnight shipment of customer-replaceable parts

Serial number of your computer and proof of purchase Description of the problem Exact wording of the error message Hardware and software configuration information for your system

If possible, be at your computer when you call:

In the U.S. and Puerto Rico, call 1-800-772-2227. In Canada, call 1-800-565-3344.

These lines are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The answering technical-support representative can also fax or mail you technical or product information, such as:

Product brochures

Location of IBM resellers Services available from IBM

For more information

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 15

Online User's Guide

Getting service

Recording sheets

Option list

Fill out the following list with the items that correspond with the features of your computer.

DIMM _____MB

Hard disk drive _____GB

PC Cards

External diskette drive

Battery pack

ThinkPad 570 UltraBase

Port replicator

Identification numbers

The serial number label is on the bottom of your computer. Write the machine Type and the serial number (S/N) in the following box:

IBM product name ThinkPad 570

Machine type 2644-

Serial number

To locate your computer's serial number

page 4.

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Problem recording sheet

Computer information: Machine type:_________ Serial number:_________

Date of purchase:___/___/___

Type of problem:

Continuous problem Intermittent problem

Error code:

The operating system and its version number, if available:

Windows 98 Version______ Windows 95 Version______ Windows NT Version______

Application programs running at the time of the problem:

Getting service

Problem symptom:

Describe the problem specifically:

Can the problem be reproduced?

Yes No

If yes, describe how it can be reproduced:

Chapter 1. Basic information on your computer 17

Getting service

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ThinkPad utility programs ...................... 21

BIOS Setup Utility ......................... 21

ThinkPad Configuration Program ................ 32

PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using the keyboard functions .................... 38

Fn key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Customizing the TrackPoint .................. 44

Disabling the TrackPoint ................... 49

Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Installing the DIMM ........................ 51

Removing the DIMM ....................... 56

Replacing the battery ........................ 57

Replacing the backup battery .................. 59

Upgrading the hard disk drive ................... 62

Attaching the external diskette drive ................ 66

Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard ........ 68

Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad ....... 68

Attaching an external keyboard and mouse .......... 70

Using an external monitor ...................... 72

Using the dual display function ................. 77

Disabling the dual display ................... 78

Considerations when using the dual display ........ 79

Using a PC Card ........................... 81

Installing a PC Card ....................... 81

Removing the PC Card ...................... 83

Extending the features of your computer with the ThinkPad 570

UltraBase and port replicators ................... 84

Using your computer with the UltraBase ............ 87

Attaching to or detaching from the UltraBase ....... 89

Security features of the UltraBase .............. 95

Using your computer with the UltraBase and the Port

Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature ......... 97

Attaching to or detaching from the UltraBase and the Port

Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature ........ 99

Security features when using the Port Replicator with

Advanced EtherJet Feature ................. 108

Using your computer with the UltraBase and the ThinkPad

560 Port Replicator ....................... 111

Attaching to or detaching from the UltraBase and the

ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator ................ 113

Security features when using the ThinkPad 560 Port

Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Using your computer with the Port Replicator with Advanced

EtherJet Feature through the Direct Dock Adapter ..... 122

Docking to or undocking from the Port Replicator with

Advanced EtherJet Feature ................. 124

Security features of the Direct Dock Adapter ........ 131

Using your computer with the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator

through the Direct Dock Adapter ............... 132

Docking to or undocking from the ThinkPad 560 Port

Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Security features of the Direct Dock Adapter ........ 140

Using other features ......................... 141

Serial connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Parallel connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Universal serial bus connector .................. 141

Audio features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Modem features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

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ThinkPad utility programs

Your computer has the following utility programs:

BIOS Setup Utility ThinkPad Configuration program

PC Doctor This section summarizes these utility programs.

BIOS Setup Utility

Your computer provides a program called enables you to select various setup parameters:

Config: Set the configuration of your computer. Date/Time: Set the date and time. Password: Set a password. Startup: Set the startup device. Restart: Restart the system.

BIOS Setup Utility

Many of these parameters can be set more easily in Windows with the ThinkPad Configuration program

page 32.

, which

To start BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows:

Power off the computer, and remove any diskette from the diskette drive.

Power on the computer; then press F1 while the “Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility” message is being displayed at the lower-right area of the screen.

If you have set a supervisor password, the “BIOS Setup Utility” menu appears after you enter the password. You can enter the utility by pressing Enter instead of the supervisor password, though you cannot change the parameters that are protected by the supervisor password. For more information

Chapter 3.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 21

BIOS Setup Utility

A window such as the following appears:

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Config

Date/Time Password Startup Restart

Build ID XXXXXXXX BIOS Date 01/01/99 System-unit serial number XXXXXXXXXXXXXX System board serial number XXXXXXXXXXX CPU Type Pentium(R) II processor CPU Speed 300 MHz UUID 00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

Move to an item you want to change using the arrow keys ( ↑ or ↓ ). When the item you want appears in reverse video, press Enter.

A submenu is displayed.

Change the items you wish to change.

To change the value of an item, use the - or Space key. If the item has a submenu, you can display it by pressing

Enter.

Press F3 or Esc to exit from the submenu.

If you are in a nested submenu, press Esc until you reach the “BIOS Setup Utility” menu.

If you need to restore the settings to their original state at the time of purchase, press F9 to load the default settings. You can also select an option in the “Restart” submenu to load the default settings or discard the changes.

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BIOS Setup Utility

Select Restart; then press Enter. Move to the option you want for restarting your computer; then press Enter.

Your computer restarts.

Each item in the menu has the following features:

Selecting the

Config

item displays the following

submenu:

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Config Item Specific Help

Memory System Board Network Advanced

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

The Memory item shows information about the amount of

memory installed.

The System Board item shows information on the system

board installed, such as the BIOS version.

The Network item enables or disables the Wake-on-LAN

function.

The Advanced item displays the “Advanced Setup”

submenu, which includes the following items.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 23

BIOS Setup Utility

The default settings are already optimized for you. Do not change them unless it is absolutely necessary and you are confident you know what you are doing. Inappropriate values might cause device conflicts, and your operating system might not start properly.

In each submenu, you can enable the resource by selecting Enable, or disable it by selecting Disable.

Serial Port enters a submenu where you can set

resource values for the serial port.

InfraRed enters a submenu where you can set

resource values for the infrared port.

Parallel Port enters a submenu where you can set

resource values for the parallel port.

PCI enters a submenu where you can arrange IRQ

lines for PCI devices.

Keyboard/Mouse enters a submenu where you can

set values for the keyboard and mouse.

Power enters a submenu where you can set values

related to power management. For information about values

Online User's Guide

Alarm enters a submenu where you can enable or

disable the audio.

Other enters a submenu where you can set the

following values:

–

Reset Configuration Data

enables to restore the

system configuration data to the default settings.

–

Boot Display Device

device on startup. For more information

specifies the display output

“Using

an external monitor” on page 72.

–

HV Expansion

switches between expanded and

normal mode of the screen size.

–

Brightness

specifies the brightness level of the LCD.

Normal

specifies that the LCD brightness

changes depending on the power source. When

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BIOS Setup Utility

the computer is running on battery power, the LCD brightness level drops to half.

High

means the LCD is always at full brightness even when the computer is running on battery power. The computer consumes more power in this setting than in normal mode.

–

Startup Screen

enables or disables the startup screen, which displays the IBM ThinkPad logo. If you want to hide this screen, set this to Disabled.

–

RPL Token Ring Speed

enables you to set the speed of a token-ring card if you are using a remote program loading (RPL) system through the card. Do the following:

1. Click TokenRing Speed. The “Speed” menu appears.

2. If you are using a token-ring card, select the speed you want (4 or 16); then press Enter.

If you are using a network card other than a token-ring card, such as an Ethernet card, you need not specify the RPL speed. Press Esc to exit this menu.

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BIOS Setup Utility

Selecting the

Date/Time

item displays the following

submenu, which you can use to set the current date and time:

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Date/Time Item Specific Help

System Date System Time

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

<Tab>,<Shift-Tab>, or <Enter> selects field.

To change the date and time, do the following:

Press the up or down arrow keys to select the item to change, date or time.

Press Tab, Shift-Tab, or Enter to select a field.

Type the date or time.

You can press the - or Space keys to adjust the date or time instead of typing it.

Press F10 to save the changes and restart the system.

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BIOS Setup Utility

You must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy, save, or a format operation after you change your startup sequence. If you specify a wrong device, your data and programs might be erased or overwritten.

Selecting the

Password

item displays the “Password”

submenu, which you can use to set the following passwords:

– Power-on password

– Hard-disk 1 password – Hard-disk 2 password

– Supervisor password For more information on passwords

“Using passwords” on

page 144.

Selecting the

Startup

item displays the “Startup”

submenu, which you can use to change the startup sequence.

For example, if you have different operating systems on different replaceable hard disk drives or PC Cards, you can have the system start up from one of these devices.

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Startup Item Specific Help

Boot Network

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

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BIOS Setup Utility

To change the startup sequence, do the following:

Click Boot or Network; then press Enter.

– The “Boot” submenu sets the startup sequence when

the power switch is set to ON.

– The “Network” submenu sets the startup sequence

when Wake on LAN is started. Wake on LAN is typically used by LAN administrators in corporate networks to access your computer remotely.

For information on these options submenu” on page 29 and “The “Network” submenu” on page 30.

Select the first device you want for the startup

“The “Boot”

sequence.

Use these keys to set the startup order that the BIOS will use to attempt to start an operating system:

– Enter expands or collapses devices with a + or -. – Ctrl+Enter expands all. – Shift+1 enables or disables a device. You can

recognize that the device is disabled by the ! mark ahead of the device name.

– + or - moves the device up or down in order.

Press F10 to save the changes and restart the system.

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The “Boot” submenu

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Boot Item Specific Help

- Removable Devices Legacy Floppy Drives

ATAPI CD-ROM Drive

- Hard Drive

IBM-DADA-26480-(PM)

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

BIOS Setup Utility

Use these keys to set the boot order that the BIOS will use to attempt to boot an OS: <Enter> expands or collapses devices with a + or <Ctrl+Enter> expands all <Shift+1> enables or disables a device. <+> and <-> moves the device up or down.

You can change the order of items within a category (such as Removable Devices, Hard Drive, and ATAPI CD-ROM Drive). But you cannot change the order of the categories.

Items shown in the submenu might be different from those of your computer. They depend on the devices that are attached to your computer.

The Removable Devices category includes the removable

devices, such as external diskette drive.

The ATAPI CD-ROM Drive category is assigned to the CD-ROM

or DVD-ROM drive.

The Hard Drive category includes hard disk drives.

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BIOS Setup Utility

The “Network” submenu:

With the “Network” submenu, you can enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function. Refer to “The “Boot” submenu” on page 29 for the description of each item.

If Wake on LAN is enabled, the network administrator can power on remote machines connected in a LAN using remote network-management software. Disable the function if your computer is not under the system management of a network administrator.

For more information

User's Guide

Selecting the

“System Management” in the

Restart

item ends the BIOS Setup Utility

Online

and restarts the computer.

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Restart Item Specific Help

Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes

Exit system Setup and save your changes to CMOS.

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

You can select one of the following in the “Restart” submenu.

– Exit Saving Changes restarts the system after saving the

changes you have made.

– Exit Discarding Changes restarts the system without saving

the changes you have made.

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BIOS Setup Utility

– Load Setup Defaults loads the default setting that was in

effect at the time of purchase. – Discard Changes discards the changes you have made. – Save Changes saves the changes you have made.

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ThinkPad Configuration Program

To get specific details about ThinkPad Configuration program, click the Help button.

The ThinkPad Configuration program allows you to set up and customize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. For example, you can enable or disable a port, switch between your computer's LCD and an external monitor, and set the power management mode.

This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

WIN

For Windows 98:

To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 98, do as follows:

Click Start ( ).

Move the cursor to Settings; then click Control Panel.

The “Control Panel” window appears.

Double-click the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

You can also start the ThinkPad Configuration program as follows:

Click Start 1 , move the cursor to Programs, and ThinkPad; then click ThinkPad Configuration.

Find the ThinkPad icon on the bottom right of the taskbar

2 ; then double-click the icon.

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ThinkPad Configuration Program

The following window appears:

1 The Display Device buttons. Click one of these buttons to set

the display output type to the LCD, external monitor (CRT), or both.

2 The Power Scheme buttons change the preset power options. 3 The Launch Device Manager button displays the “System

Properties” window, where you can make a device available or unavailable.

4 The Show Allocated Resources View button displays the

“Allocated Resources View” window, where you can check the memory addresses and other allocation settings.

5 The Help button displays online help. 6 The Device buttons. Click the button of your choice from the

window. If the device is enabled, the green indicator next to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 33

ThinkPad Configuration Program

WIN

For Windows NT:

To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT, do as follows:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Settings; then click Control Panel.

The “Control Panel” window appears.

Double-click the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

The following window appears:

1 The One-Touch Setup buttons. Click one of these buttons to

set the system configuration.

2 The Power Mode buttons. Click one of these buttons to set

the power mode to High Performance mode, Automatic mode, or Customized mode.

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ThinkPad Configuration Program

3 The Display Device buttons. Click one of these buttons to set

the display output type to the LCD, external monitor (CRT), or both. When 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.

4 The About button shows the version of the ThinkPad

Configuration program that is installed.

5 The Help button displays online help. 6 The Exit button. Click this button to save the changes made

and to exit from the ThinkPad Configuration window.

7 The View Angle buttons. Click the front view or rear view

button to display the hardware feature locations.

8 The Default button. Click this button to set the default values

for each option and to cancel the changes you just made.

9 The Status bar. The device name and its status appear in the

status bar when you place the cursor on a device button.

1 The Device buttons. Click the button of your choice from the

window; then set the options for that device from the window that appears. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off.

Only the top portion of the window is displayed when you click the triangular Minimize button in the top-right corner.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 35

PC Doctor

If you have a problem with your computer, you can test it by using the PC Doctor.

To start the PC Doctor, do the following:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Programs and PC Doctor for Windows.

Click PC Doctor for Windows.

The following window appears:

You can select the following items by clicking the navigator that is on the left of the window, or double-click the icon.

Diagnostics or System Diagnostics includes icons for testing your computer. For example, you can test your computer's memory by double-clicking the Memory Test icon.

You can also select such items as Run Quick Test Set or Run Normal Test Set, for thorough testing of your computer from Test Set on the menu bar.

System Information or System Info includes icons for showing the information about your computer.

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PC Doctor

Tools includes icons for starting tools, such as System

Monitor and Scandisk.

Internet includes icons for opening the Web site, where

you can find support information on your computer.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 37

Using the keyboard functions

Your computer's keyboard has the following functions: Fn key

Numeric keypad TrackPoint

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 (F1 to F12, PgUp, PgDn, or BackSpace).

The Fn key lock function

The following setup gives you the same effect as when you press and hold the Fn key and then press an appropriate function key.

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. ( “ThinkPad Configuration Program” on page 32.) Click the Accessibility

( ) button, and click Enable for Fn key lock. You can also set up by typing PS2 FNS E at the command prompt.

After you enable the Fn key lock and press Fn of the function keys. The computer works the same as when you press Fn + the function key.

If you press Fn key alone is recognized as a combination of Fn + that function key. To stop this function, press Fn again.

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twice

after enabling the lock, pressing a function

once

, press one

Using the keyboard functions

The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with other keys:

Feature and icon

Fuel-Gauge display on or off

Power mode switching

Standby mode

Suspend mode

Key combination Meaning

Power mode functions

+ (Only for Windows users)

If you press this key combination, the window for the battery status appears or disappears. You can set parameters for battery status in the window.

Note: The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before

The processor speed changes as follows:

High Performance Automatic

Customized

Power conservation functions for battery power

The computer enters standby mode. For more information about this mode

The computer enters suspend mode. For more information about this mode

you can use this key combination. To activate the Fuel-Gauge program, do the following:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad; then click Fuel-Gauge.

Online User's Guide

Hibernation mode

Switching between the LCD and the external monitor

The computer enters hibernation mode. For more information about this mode

Other functions

Computer output is displayed in the following order when an external monitor (CRT) is attached.

Online User's Guide

CRT LCD + Display

CRT Display

LCD

Screen expansion

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 39

The LCD screen image size switches between expanded and normal mode if the size of your LCD image is smaller than that of the physical LCD.

Using the keyboard functions

Feature and icon

Volume up

Volume down

Mute

Key combination Meaning

The volume increases.

The volume decreases.

Sound turns off.

Notes:

1. This function will not be disabled when you power off the computer and power it on again.

2. To turn on the sound, press Fn + PgUp or Fn + PgDn.

If the computer is in suspend mode and you press the Fn key independently without any function key, the computer returns to normal operation.

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Numeric keypad

Using the keyboard functions

The keyboard has some keys that, when enabled, work as if they were a 10-key numeric keypad. (The numeric keypad on the keyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is attached to the computer.)

To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press and hold Shift and then press NumLk.

NumLk

F8 F9 F10

4 5 6

F11 F12

8 9

1 2 3

Alt Ctrl

{

Shift

If the numeric keypad is enabled, press and hold Shift to temporarily use the cursor- and screen-control keys.

The functions of the cursor- and screen-control keys are not printed on the keys.

NumLk

F8 F9 F10

Home

End

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 41

F11 F12

PgUp

PgDn

Alt Ctrl

{

DelIns

Shift

Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

TrackPoint

The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the

TrackPoint

single process you can perform without moving your fingers from their typing position. You can also set the following features by customizing the TrackPoint:

Press-to-Select Sensitivity

Scrolling or Magnifying Glass

The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three click buttons below the keyboard. Movement of the cursor on the screen is controlled by the amount of pressure that you apply to the nonslip cap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the stick itself does corresponds to the pressure you apply to the stick. The functions of the left and right click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a traditional mouse; these functions depend on the software you are using. The function of the center button is described on page 47.

. Pointing, selecting, and dragging all become part of a

not

move. The speed at which the cursor moves

Stick

Left click button

If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint, these instructions will help you get started:

Place your hands in the typing position and press gently

Right click button

Center button

with either index finger on the stick in the direction you want the cursor to move.

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Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

Pressing the stick away from you moves the cursor up the screen; pressing it toward you moves the cursor down the screen. You can also move the cursor side to side by pressing sideways.

The cursor might drift. This is not a defect. Do not use the TrackPoint until the cursor stops moving.

Stick

Cursor

Left click button

Center button

Press the left and right click buttons with either thumb to

Right click button

select and drag as required by your software.

By enabling Press-to-Select, you can make the TrackPoint stick function the same as the left or right click button. For more

information

“Customizing the TrackPoint” on page 44.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 43

Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

The cap 1 on the end of the TrackPoint stick is removable. You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your computer.

Customizing the TrackPoint

You can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following:

Changing the cap

Open the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click the TrackPoint button ( ).

Click TrackPoint Properties....

The “TrackPoint Properties” window appears: You can set the following features in this window: Press-to-Select

Sensitivity

Scrolling or Magnifying Glass

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Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

Setting Press-to-Select

If you enable Press-to-Select by selecting the Enable Press-to-Select check box, you can make the TrackPoint stick

function the same as the left or right click button.

If you select Enable dragging, you can drag the icon that you select with the TrackPoint stick by putting light pressure on the stick.

If you select Enable Release-to-Select, you can click simply by lifting your finger quickly off the TrackPoint. Moving the cursor onto an icon and then lifting your finger off the TrackPoint works like clicking. Pressing the TrackPoint again works like double-clicking.

Click one of the Press means radio buttons to select which button the stick will simulate: either the left or the right button. For example, if you select Left Click, you can start a program with the TrackPoint by putting the cursor on the program's icon and applying light pressure on the stick.

To adjust the pressing timing of the stick, set Click Pace.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 45

Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

Setting sensitivity

If you set the pace too slow, you might notice unintended clicks, a cursor delay, or a dragging delay. However, if you set the pace too fast, you might find Press-to-Select hard to use.

This function adjusts the force required for both cursor movement and Press-to-Select. Slide toward Firm Touch to increase the force needed to move the cursor and to activate Press-to-Select. Slide toward Light Touch to decrease the force needed to move the cursor and to activate Press-to-Select.

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Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

Setting the scrolling or the magnifying glass

By clicking the Scrolling tab, you can set the scrolling properties of your TrackPoint.

Choose Scrolling or the Magnifying Glass Function

Click one of the following radio buttons: – Scrolling

This function enables you to navigate easily through long documents or large spreadsheets with the press of a button. To scroll, press the center click button and then use the TrackPoint instead of the scroll bars.

– Magnifying Glass

This function enables you to enlarge a movable area of your display. You can click objects “through” the magnifying glass. The right click button changes the size of the magnifying glass, and the left click button changes its magnifying power. You can press the center click button and then use the TrackPoint to move the magnified area.

Chapter 2. Using your computer and extending its features 47

Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

– Neither

Choose Scrolling Method

Click one of the following radio buttons:

– Press Center Button, then use TrackPoint

– Use External Mouse

– Use TrackPoint

This function disables the scrolling and magnifying glass functions.

This option enables you to hold down the center click button on the keyboard and then use the TrackPoint to control the scrolling or the magnifying glass. When you are not holding down the center button, the TrackPoint operates normally; that is, it controls the mouse cursor.

This option sets an externally attached mouse to scroll (or move the magnifying glass) horizontally or vertically. The TrackPoint functions simply as a cursor.

This option sets the TrackPoint to scroll horizontally or vertically without your holding down the center button. Use an externally attached mouse as a cursor.

You can still use the TrackPoint to control the mouse cursor by pressing the center button.

The Use External Mouse and the Use TrackPoint radio buttons are enabled only if a mouse is attached.

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Disabling the TrackPoint

The TrackPoint is designed to work simultaneously with another pointing device (such as a mouse) attached to the system. But some mouse types require the TrackPoint to be disabled before you can use them, such as:

A mouse that is not fully compatible with the PS/2 mouse connected to the external-input-device connector

A mouse connected to the serial connector

A mouse connected to the USB connector

To disable the TrackPoint:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

See “ThinkPad Configuration Program” on page 32.

Click the TrackPoint ( ) button.

Click Auto-Disable for the TrackPoint.

Using the keyboard functions: TrackPoint

This setting automatically disables the TrackPoint if a mouse is connected to the external-input-device connector when any of the following events occur:

System startup

Resumption from suspend mode Attachment of the ThinkPad Port Replicator with Advanced

EtherJet Feature

If no external mouse is connected, however, the TrackPoint is enabled.

If you use a mouse connected to the serial connector or the USB connector, you need to click Disable instead of Auto-Disable.

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Increasing memory

Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs run faster. You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a available as an option.

Different capacities of DIMM (up to 128 MB) are available. You can install a DIMM directly in the memory slot on the bottom of the computer. Your computer memory capacity can be expanded up to 192 MB (64-MB base memory and 128-MB DIMM option).

dual inline memory module (DIMM)

Your computer supports the synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) card only. It does not support the extended data output dynamic random access memory (EDO DRAM) card. If you install a DIMM that is not supported by your computer, the following error message might appear when the system starts:

ERROR: Memory type mixing detected

The appropriate memory option can be purchased through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.

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Installing the DIMM

To install the DIMM, do the following:

Increasing memory

Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer.

Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then remove the battery pack. (

Loosen the screw on the memory slot cover; then remove the cover.

page 57)

Handling a screwdriver

Use a screwdriver that fits

the screw.

Use the screwdriver perpendicular to the head of the screw.

Handle the screwdriver properly; otherwise, you might damage the screw.

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Find the notch on the side of the DIMM.

To avoid damaging the DIMM, do not touch its contact edge.

With the notched end of the DIMM toward the right side of the socket, insert the DIMM, at an angle of approximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly

1 .

Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place 2 .

Notch

Side view

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Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot, aligning the back side of the cover first; then tighten the screw.

Replace the battery pack. ( page 57)

Turn the computer over again and power it on.

Press F1 while the “Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility” message is being displayed at the lower-right area of the screen.

Select the Memory item from the “Config” submenu of the BIOS Setup Utility.

For example, if you install a 32-MB DIMM into your computer with 64-MB base memory, you should see the following. (See page 55 for how to calculate the total memory size.)

( page 23)

IBM BIOS Setup Utility

Memory Item Specific Help

Installed Memory: Usable Memory:

F1 Space/- F9

Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults

F3/ESC Enter F10

Exit Select Menu Select Sub-Menu Save and Exit

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DIMM (MB)

None 64 65536 65024 32 96 98304 97792 64 128 131072 130560 128 192 196608 196096

Total memory (MB)

Installed memory (KB)

Usable memory (KB)

You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.

1. For the following status, power off the computer and go to page 51 to reinstall the DIMM and do the memory test with PC Doctor (see page 36).

If the following error codes appear:

23 - Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn 231 - System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn 232 - Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Note:

calculated.

2. If the ERROR: Memory type mixing detected message appears, the memory you are installing is not supported by your computer.

3. If you changed the memory installed in the computer, you need to create a new hibernation file as follows:

a) Power off the computer. b) Remove the DIMM you added.

c) Power on the computer and disable hibernation mode. d) Add the DIMM. e) Enable hibernation mode.

can be any character.

If the total memory size is not the same as the value you

To disable and enable hibernation mode

User's Guide

Online

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How to calculate total memory size

Calculate your total memory size in kilobytes (KB) by adding the DIMM memory size to the base memory size.

For example, if you installed a 32-MB DIMM into your computer with 64-MB base memory, you should have about 96 MB.

Your computer might display usable memory size in kilobytes. For example, 96 MB=97792 KB.

Note: 512 KB is reserved by the system.

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Increasing memory

Removing the DIMM

Power off the computer and disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer.

Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then remove the battery pack.

Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover.

Press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time.

Remove the DIMM.

Be sure to save the DIMM for future use.

Replace the memory slot cover; then tighten the screw.

Replace the battery pack.

Turn the computer over again; then connect the AC Adapter and all the cables you disconnected.

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Replacing the battery

You can operate your computer without AC Adapter by using the battery pack outside your office or home. Your computer also provides a backup battery.

If you have a ThinkPad 570 UltraBase (option) attached to your computer, you can install the second battery in it, which extends the operating time of the computer.

To replace the battery pack, do as follows:

You can replace the battery when the computer is in hibernation mode. (You cannot replace it when the computer is in suspend mode.) If you are using a PC Card, however, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. If this happens, power off the computer.

Power off your computer, or enter hibernation mode.

Disconnect the AC Adapter and cables.

Close the LCD, and turn the computer over.

Slide the battery pack latch to unlocked position 1 ; then remove the battery pack 2 .

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Replacing the battery

Align the front of the fully charged spare battery pack with the front side of the battery space in the computer

1 ; then put the battery pack in place 2 .

Gently push the battery pack back into the space; then slide the battery pack latch to the locked position.

You have finished replacing the battery pack.

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Replacing the backup battery

The backup battery is used to preserve the configuration information, such as the date and time, while the computer is powered off. This section explains how to replace the backup battery. You might have to replace it (but see the following note) if the computer displays the following message:

ERROR

271 Check date and time settings

ERROR

251 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used

If you see these messages, run the BIOS Setup Utility and start the system by using the default settings first. If you still see these messages after reconfiguring the settings, replace the backup battery.

You can purchase the appropriate backup battery through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.

Replacing the battery

To replace the backup battery, do as follows:

Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer.

Close the LCD, and turn the computer over.

Slide the battery pack latch to unlocked position; then remove the battery pack. (

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page 57)

Replacing the battery

Remove the screw 1 and remove from the connector the old backup battery in its holder 2 .

Remove the old backup battery from the holder by detaching its wires from the wire catches and sliding the battery out from the battery catches.

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Attach the new backup battery to the holder by sliding the backup battery under catches and securing the wires in the wire catches.

Install the backup battery holder to the connector, and screw it down.

Push the battery pack back into the space; then slide the battery pack latch to the locked position. (

Turn the computer over again, and connect the AC Adapter and cables to the computer.

You have finished replacing the backup battery.

page 58)

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Upgrading the hard disk drive

You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the original, built-in hard disk drive with an optional one. You can purchase the option from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.

Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. You should not replace it often.

Do not drop or apply any shock. Do not apply pressure to the cover. Do not touch the connector.

The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk. Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in suspend mode, or in hibernation mode.

Handling a hard disk drive

To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:

Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer, and turn the computer upside down.

Remove the battery pack. ( page 57)

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Remove the coin screw by rotating it counterclockwise with a coin, as shown.

Turn the computer over again. Open the LCD; then stand the computer on its side. Push up the hard-disk-drive cover.

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Upgrading the hard disk drive

Be careful not to drop the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is still attached to the cover when you push it up.

Remove the hard-disk-drive cover from the hard disk drive by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the cover at the same time.

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If the hard disk drive that you will be installing has a spacer on it, remove the spacer, which adheres only by adhesive tape and separates easily.

Spacer

Attach the new hard disk drive to the cover by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the cover at the same time.

Reinstall the hard disk drive cover, and reinstall the screw.

Do not use force when inserting the hard-disk-drive cover into the bay. The connector is sensitive, and it might get damaged.

You can replace the coin screw with a security screw to prevent the hard disk drive from being removed easily. For

more information page 157.

“Using the security screw” on

Replace the battery pack. ( page 57)

Turn the computer back to its ordinary position. Connect the AC Adapter and the cables to the computer; then power it on.

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Attaching the external diskette drive

You can attach the external diskette drive to your computer.

You can attach external diskette drives to the external-diskette-drive connectors of both the computer and

Do not attach the external diskette drive while the computer is powered on. The external diskette drive might become damaged.

To attach the external diskette drive, do the following:

Power off the computer.

Connect the cable first to the external diskette drive by pressing the sides of the connector 1 as you connect it

the port replicator (option), and you can also install a diskette drive in the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase (option). But you can use only one of these drives at the same time.

By detaching its cable, you can install the external diskette drive into the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase.

2 .

External-diskette-drive

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Attaching the external diskette drive

Connect the cable to the external-diskette-drive connector on the rear of the computer by pressing the sides of the connector 3 as you connect it 4 .

External-diskette-drive

Power on the computer.

External-diskette-drive connector

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Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard

This section explains how to attach to your computer an external mouse, external numeric keypad, and external keyboard, available as options.

Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad

You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the external-input-device connector ( ) on the rear of the computer.

Mouse Numeric keypad

If you want to attach the mouse, attach it directly to the external-input-device connector as shown:

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You can use both the IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse and the TrackPoint as an input device. To connect a mouse other than an IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse

“Disabling the TrackPoint”

on page 49.

Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard

If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and mouse at the same time, first connect the keypad cable to the computer 1 ; then connect the mouse cable 2 to the connector at the rear of the keypad.

You can remove the keypad cover and use it as a stand for the keypad.

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Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard

Attaching an external keyboard and mouse

Mouse External keyboard

If you want to attach an external keyboard to your computer, do one of the following:

Use the optional keyboard/mouse cable. Use an optional port replicator.

The external keyboard will not work if it is connected directly to the computer's external-input-device connector.

When the external keyboard is attached, the following keys are not available:

Numeric keypad on the computer keyboard External numeric keypad

Instead, use the numeric keypad on the external keyboard.

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Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard

To attach the external keyboard, power off the computer, attach the keyboard to the keyboard connector of the keyboard/mouse cable

1 , and then attach the keyboard/mouse cable to the computer 2 .

You can attach a mouse to the mouse connector of the keyboard/mouse cable.

Keyboard/mouse cable

Keyboard connector

Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard

If you are using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard,

not

install the device driver supplied with the keyboard. The

device driver on the computer's utility diskette automatically enables or disables the TrackPoint when the power to the computer is turned on.

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Using an external monitor

This section provides information about using the computer LCD and an external monitor (CRT).

The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transistor (TFT) technology. The LCD displays output with XGA (1024x768 resolution) video mode or SVGA (800x600 resolution) video mode, and 16M colors.

If you are attaching an external monitor that supports a resolution higher than VGA mode, you can achieve a maximum of 1280x1024 video resolution.

To attach an external monitor, do the following:

Power off the computer.

Connect the external monitor to the external-monitor connector (

the monitor to an electrical outlet.

Power on the external monitor and the computer.

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

See “ThinkPad Configuration Program” on page 32.

) on the rear of the computer; then connect

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Change the display output location by clicking the Both LCD and CRT Display (

Only (

) button (with Windows 98, at the

screen; with Windows NT, a little to the

center

picture is being drawn—for example, while playing a movie or a game. Stop the application before changing the display output location.

VGA mode (640x480 resolution), do and CRT Display. Doing so would cause the external monitor screen to be scrambled and the output not to be displayed; in addition, the screen might become damaged. Use CRT Display Only instead.

of the screen).

Do not change the display output location while a moving

If you are attaching an external monitor that supports only

You can also change the display output location by pressing Fn+F7.

) button or the CRT Display

top left

of the

right of the top

not

click on Both LCD

Set your monitor type and display device driver as follows.

For information on the supported color depths and resolutions

“Resolutions, Color Depths, and Refresh Rates” on

page 75.

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Using an external monitor

For Windows 98:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; and then click Control Panel.

Double-click Display.

Click the Settings tab.

Click Advanced...

Click the Monitor tab.

Click Change... The “Update Device Driver Wizard” window appears. Follow the

instructions on the screen to select your monitor type from the monitor list, and click a new resolution, color depth, and refresh rate.

For Windows NT:

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; and then click Control Panel.

Double-click Display.

Click the Settings tab. Select an appropriate resolution and color depth in the “Settings”

window.

Click Test. You can see the test screen on the external monitor. If the

output is not displayed, change the resolution and color depth and click Test again.

Restart the computer to make the changes effective.

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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.

Resolutions, Color Depths, and Refresh Rates:

The following tables show the resolutions, color depths, and refresh rates available with your computer or external monitor. Use these tables to set the display output (LCD Only, CRT Display Only, or Both LCD and CRT Display).

When installing an operating system, you must install the display driver supplied with the computer to use XGA mode for a

13.3-inch LCD and SVGA mode for a 12.1-inch LCD.

Displaying output on the LCD or on both the LCD and the

external monitor (LCD Only or Both LCD and CRT Display)

Resolution Supported color depth

640x480 (VGA) 256, 64K, and 16M 800x600 (SVGA) 256, 64K, and 16M 1024x768 (XGA) 256, 64K, and 16M 1280x1024 (SXGA) 256

Notes:

1. Virtual screen when using an SVGA-panel.

2. Virtual screen when using either an SVGA- or an XGA-panel. For an explanation of the virtual screen, see the following note.

You can use the high-resolution screen image produced by your computer. You can see other parts by moving the screen with the TrackPoint or other pointing device.

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virtual screen

function to display a part of the

Using an external monitor

Displaying output only on the external monitor (CRT Display

Only)

Resolution

640x480 (VGA)

800x600 (SVGA)

1024x768 (XGA) 1280x1024

(SXGA)

If you are using an old external monitor, the resolution and refresh rate might be limited.

Supported color depth

256, 64K, and 16M

256 60 Hz

Refresh rate

60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz

60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85

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Using the dual display function

Windows 98 supports a function named and your computer supports a function named Windows 98 environment. This function allows the Windows 98 desktop to display output on the LCD-CRT display pair. You can display different desktop images on each monitor.

To enable the dual display, do as follows:

Attach the computer to an external monitor (CRT).

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; then click Control Panel.

Double-click Display.

Click the Settings tab.

Click Advanced...

Using an external monitor

Multiple Display Support

dual display

in the

Click the NeoMagic tab.

Select the Set Dual Display check box; then click OK.

The “System settings change” window appears, to prompt you to restart the application.

Click Yes to restart the computer.

Open the “Display Properties” window again by double-clicking Display in the Control Panel.

Click the Settings tab.

An image of two monitors assigned with numbers appears.

Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the CRT).

Click Yes to enable monitor 2.

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Using an external monitor

Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the LCD).

Select the color depth and the resolution of the primary display.

Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the CRT).

Select the color depth and the resolution of the secondary display.

Set the relative position of the each monitor by dragging its icon.

You can set the monitors in any relative position, but the icons must touch each other.

Click OK to apply the changes.

Disabling the dual display

Click Start.

Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; then click Control Panel.

Double-click Display.

Click the Settings tab.

Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the CRT).

Clear the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor check box.

The secondary display (monitor 2) is disabled. If you do not want to disable the dual display function entirely

(because you might wish to use it later in this session, for

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example), just click OK and skip the remaining steps. Then you can enable the secondary display by clicking the display icon.

To disable the dual display function entirely (for better performance and to remove some limitations), continue the procedure as follows. (You can always reenable the function by following the procedure from step 12 on page 77.)

Click Advanced...

Select the NeoMagic tab.

Clear the Set Dual Display check box.

Click OK.

The “System settings change” window appears, to prompt you to restart the application.

Click Yes to restart the computer.

Considerations when using the dual display

The primary display is always the LCD of your computer, and the

secondary display is a CRT.

You can select up to 64K colors for your secondary display, the

CRT.

You can select a resolution up to 1024x768 for your secondary

display.

You cannot set the dual display if you specify the primary display (the LCD) to a 1024x768 resolution and 16M colors for color depth.

The following are the settings that are

Primary

(LCD)

1280x1024,256 1024x768,64K

800x600,16M

If you want to show DOS full screen, both primary (LCD) and secondary (CRT) display in DOS full-screen mode.

not

supported:

Secondary

(CRT)

1024x768,64K1024x768,64K 1024x768,64K

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Using an external monitor

If you play a video clip (AVI or MPEG file) and move the cursor

on the window, the cursor disappears under the image.

An application using the DirectDraw or the Direct3D is shown only on the primary display (LCD) when it is played in full-screen mode.

You cannot use the Fn+F7 (display switching) function when you are in the dual display mode.

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Using a PC Card

Do not insert a PC Card while the computer is in suspend mode or hibernation mode. Otherwise, the system might hang when resuming.

Installing a PC Card

Using a PC Card

This section describes how to install or remove a PC Card. For information on how to use the PC Card software

Guide

Your computer has two PC Card slots (upper slot and lower slot) and supports the following types of cards:

PC Card (Type I, Type II, and Type III)

CardBus Card

Zoomed Video (ZV)

To install a PC Card, do as follows:

Online User's

Find the notched edge 1 of the PC Card as shown.

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Insert the PC Card into the appropriate slot according to your PC Card type.

If you are using a Type I or Type II PC Card, insert it into

either the upper slot or the lower slot.

If you are using a Type III PC Card, insert the card into the

lower slot.

The slots are being covered with a PC Card slot cover. You can easily insert the PC Card by pushing the cover.

Upper slot

Lower slot

Press the PC Card firmly into the connector.

For Windows 98:

If you have not installed the PC Card driver, Windows 98 starts to install it.

For Windows NT:

Your computer has PC Card support software called CardWizard. You can use the PC Card as soon as you insert the card into the computer. The “SystemSoft CardWizard” window appears and informs you about the new card.

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Removing the PC Card

Do not remove a PC Card while the computer is in suspend mode or hibernation mode. Otherwise, the system might hang when resuming.

Using a PC Card

Before removing storage PC Cards, such as the hard disk PC Card, Flash memory PC Card, or SRAM PC Card from the PC Card slot,

you must stop

might be corrupted or lost.

Stop the card.

To stop the PC Card

Press the PC Card eject button to pop out the button.

the PC Card. Otherwise, data on the PC Card

Online User's Guide

The Stop option appears in gray when you are in CardSoft mode or when the card is already stopped.

Then press it again until the PC Card pops out.

Remove the PC Card and store it safely for future use.

Eject button

For more information on using a PC Card

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Online User's Guide

Extending features with the UltraBase and port replicators

Extending the features of your computer with the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and port replicators

This section discusses the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and port replicators, which are options to enhance features of your computer.

They are represented as follows in this section:

ThinkPad 570

ThinkPad 570 UltraBase

(hereafter called )

UtlraBase

ThinkPad 570 Direct Dock Adapter

(hereafter called )

Port Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature

ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator

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Direct Dock Adapter

IBM 570usref Service Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Functional highlights

About this book

Safety information

Handling the ThinkPad computer

Identifying the hardware features

System-status indicators

Online User's Guide

Backing up your system

Recovering lost or damaged software

ConfigSafe

ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board

Getting service

Help at the ThinkPad Web site

Help by telephone

Recording sheets

ThinkPad utility programs

BIOS Setup Utility

ThinkPad Configuration Program

PC Doctor

Using the keyboard functions

Fn key

Numeric keypad

TrackPoint

Increasing memory

Installing the DIMM

Removing the DIMM

Replacing the battery

Replacing the backup battery

Upgrading the hard disk drive

Attaching the external diskette drive

Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard

Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad

Attaching an external keyboard and mouse

Using an external monitor

Using the dual display function

Using a PC Card

Installing a PC Card

Removing the PC Card

Extending the features of your computer with the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and port replicators