IBM A20M User Manual

All-in-one desktop alternatives
IBM ThinkPad A Series Notebooks
Highlights
A wide range of sleek, powerful models
The new ThinkPad
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A Series is the thin, powerful, all-in-one desktop alternative. From affordable entry notebooks to performance notebooks, the ThinkPad A Series models can enhance and simplify your mobile computing e-xperience in your business and personal life.
ThinkPad A20m: affordable entry model, easy-to-use features
The ThinkPad A20m entry models offer
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processors at up to 700MHz1, displays up to 15" and travel weights starting at about 2.7kg
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. Plus, the new ThinkPad Button with Access ThinkPad and ThinkPad Assistant
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give you one­button access to a universe of online system information, services and solutions.
ThinkPad A20p: high performance model, rich multimedia
The 38.1mm
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thin ThinkPad A20p performance models have a Titanium Composite in the cover for enhanced strength
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and light weight design. With a travel weight of about 3.2kg, the ThinkPad A20p features a 15" SXGA Plus TFT display, video-in and video-out ports, MGI VideoWave III video editing software and full MPEG-2 support.
With the ThinkPad A20p, you can have superb graphics by connecting an optional external digital monitor
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via the Digital Video Interface (DVI) port on either of the optional docking solutions. The ThinkPad A20p also offers the new UltraPort connector with an optional digital UltraPort Mobile Pentium with Intel SpeedStep
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Camera – plus an Intel
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III processor at 700MHz
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technology.
Interchangeable devices
You can swap standard and optional devices such as CD-Read/Write, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, SuperDisk (LS-120), second hard disk drive or second battery using the new integrated, easy-loading modular Ultrabay
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2000. The Ultrabay 2000 devices, the new optional ThinkPad Port Replicator and the ThinkPad Dock can also be used with the new ThinkPad T Series models.
Versatile connectivity
You’ll be ready to connect with the standard RJ-45 and RJ-11 ports and the versatile user-accessible Communications Bay, which makes it easier to service and ready for industry-standard Mini PCI cards, including the 56K V.90 modem combined 56K V.90/EtherJet
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solution. The
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ThinkPad A Series can also let you work
wireless with the optional 802.11b wireless LAN solution
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. To simplify device connectivity and remove the need for cables, IBM is planning to announce Bluetooth wireless technology communications devices including a Bluetooth PC Card option and Bluetooth option for the ThinkPad UltraPort connector in the second half of 2000.
ThinkPad UltraPort connector
The ThinkPad UltraPor t connector is a port conveniently positioned on top of the display edge that's designed to attach the optional UltraPort Camera. Future UltraPort options are planned for the second half of 2000.
ThinkPad A Series technical specifications
A20p A20m A20m A20m A20m
Windows 98 machine type 2629-61G/6SG 2628-41G/4SG 2628-31G/3SG 2628-21G/2SG 2628-11G/1SG Windows 2000 machine type 2629-62G/6TG 2628-42G/4TG 2628-32G/3TG 2628-22G/2TG 2628-12G/1TG
Windows 98 part number Windows 2000 part number12A2062UK/6TUK A2042UK/4TUK A2032UK/3TUK A2022UK/2TUK A2012UK/1TUK
Intel Processor Mobile Pentium III Mobile Pentium II I Mobile Celeron
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A2061UK/6SUK A2041UK/4SUK A2031UK/3SUK A2021UK/2SUK A2011UK/1SUK
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at 700MHz Intel SpeedStep Intel SpeedStep technology technology
with at 700MHz with at 500MHz at 500MHz at 500MHz
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Mobile Pentium III Mobile Celeron
Level 2 cache 256KB 256KB 128KB 256KB 128KB (at processor speed)
Display type 15" SXGA+ (1400x1050) 14.1" XGA (1024x768) 15" XGA (1024x768) 12.1" SVGA (800x600) 12.1" SVGA (800x600)
Memory (std/max)
Graphics memory (chip) 16MB VRAM 8MB VRAM 8MB VRAM 4MB VRAM 4MB VRAM
Hard disk drive 18 GB8 upgradeable 12GB upgradeable 12GB upgradeable 6GB upgradeable 6GB upgradeable
DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive96X-2X DVD-ROM 24X-10X CD-ROM 24X-10X CD-ROM 24X-10X CD-ROM 24X-10X CD-ROM
Communications Bay 56K
PC Card support 2 Type II, 1 Type I II 2 Type II, 1 Type II I 2 Type II, 1 Type III 2 Type II, 1 Type III 2 Type II, 1 Type III
Keyb oard Ergonomic keyboard with palm rest, TrackPoint pointing device with “Press-to-Select” and Internet Scroll Bar
Battery type/battery life
Ports RJ-45, RJ-11, S-video in/out (models 61G/62G/6SG/6TG only), serial, parallel, keyboard/mouse,external monitor, USB, infrared
ThinkLight Illuminates the keyboard to improve visibility in low-light conditions (available on all models)
UltraPort connector yesnononono
Titanium Composite cover yesnononono
Dimensions
Travel weight with CD/DVD-ROM drive 3.4kg 3.0kg 3.1kg 2.9kg 2.9kg
Operating systems Microso ft supported
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128MB/512MB 64MB/512MB 64MB/512MB 64MB/512MB 64MB/512MB
(ATI Rage Mobility 128) (ATI Rage Mobility M1) (ATI Rage Mobility M1) (ATI Rage Mobility M) (ATI Rage Mobility M)
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V.90 Mini PCI card (models 11G/12G/21G/22G/31G/32G/41G/42G/61G/62G models only) or IBM 10/100 EtherJet Mini PCI Adapter
with 56K Modem# (models 1SG/1TG/2SG/2TG/3SG/3TG/4SG/4TG/6SG/6TG only)
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Li-lon 9-cell/4.5hr Li-lon 6-cell/4.0hr Li-lon 6-cell/3.5hr Li-lon 6-cell/3.5hr Li-lon 6-cell/3.5hr
329x267.5x38.1mm 317x267.5x36.7mm 317x267.5x36.7mm 317x267.5x36.7mm 317x267.5x36.7mm
3.2kg 2.8kg 2.9kg 2.7kg 2.7kg
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Windows** 2000 Professional, Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT** 4.0
Limited warranty 3 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
Included software
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Ethernet technology based on an Intel chipset
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Software Selections CD, ConfigSafe ThinkPad Utilities, Easy Keys Utility, Access ThinkPad, ThinkPad Assistant, PC-Doctor, Mediamatics DVD (DVD models only), Update Connector, Services (Windows 98 models only)
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MGI VideoWare III (ThinkPad A20p models only), Universal Manageability
Additional ThinkPad notebook advantages
Flexible docking options
ThinkPad Port Replicator – offers
convenient cable management including the RJ-11 and RJ-45 pass-through
ThinkPad Dock – provides cable
management and desktop expansion including a second Ultrabay 2000, plus another slot for a half-size PCI card.
Ease-of-use
ThinkPad Button – gives you one-button
access to ThinkPad Assistant and Access ThinkPad
ThinkPad Assistant – offers a quick
search engine and online user’s guide, plus animated demos of operating procedures
ThinkPad A Series accessories and upgrades
Options by IBM
Options by IBM offers a wide range of accessories and upgrades designed to work with either the ThinkPad A Series or T Series notebooks. For a complete list of options, visit ibm.com/pc/uk/options.
• Desktop convenience and expansion
- ThinkPad Port Replicator 02K8667
- ThinkPad Dock 27L9054
- ThinkPad Monitor Stand 00N8222
-IBM ScrollPoint
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Pro Mouse 33L3247
- IBM Preferred Keyboard 28L3629
• Power when you need it
- ThinkPad A Series Battery 02K6640
- ThinkPad Battery Charger 02K6643
- ThinkPad 72W AC Adapter 02K6699
• Ultrabay 2000 interchangeable accessories
- ThinkPad 6X-2X DVD
Ultrabay 2000 Drive 05K9232
- ThinkPad SuperDisk (LS-120)
Ultrabay 2000 Drive 05K9236
- ThinkPad 4X/4X/20X CD-Read/
Write Ultrabay 2000 Drive 00N8252
- ThinkPad Ultrabay 2000
Li-Ion Battery 02K6646
- Travel Bezel for Ultrabay 2000
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•Memory upgrades
- 64MB SDRAM Memory 20L0254
- 128MB SDRAM Memory 20L0255
- 256MB SDRAM Memory 33L3069
• Interchangeable storage
- ThinkPad 6GB HDD 05K9237
- ThinkPad 12GB HDD 05K9238
- ThinkPad 18GB HDD 05K9239
- ThinkPad Second HDD Adapter for Ultrabay 2000
- IBM Portable Drive Bay 2000
- IBM 340MB Microdrive 00N8073
• Digital Camera accessories
- IBM UltraPort Camera 08N1032
•Stay connected
- 10/100 EtherJet CardBus Ready Port Adapter 34L5301
- IBM 16/4 Token-Ring CardBus Adapter 34L4801
•Wireless connectivity
- IBM 802.11b PC Card
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- IBM 802.11b Access Point
• Communication Bay choices
- IBM 10/10 0 Ethe rnet Mini P CI Ada pter with 56K Modem by 3Com 09N9774
- IBM 10/100 Eth erJet Mi ni PCI Adapter with 56K Modem 08K3124
•Protect your business intelligence
- ThinkPad SmartCard Security Kit 33L5071
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19K4484
09N9863
09N5UK2
Access ThinkPad – links to the
information you need to set up, learn about and enhance your ThinkPad A Series notebook
Individual volume controls – up, down
and mute for easily accessible volume control.
ThinkPad Proven solutions
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Complementary to IBM’s own options are additional third-party accessories from ThinkPad Proven
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partners. ThinkPad Proven products are tested, warranted and supported by the manufacturer to ThinkPad Compatibility Standards. For a complete list, see ibm.com/pc/ thinkpad/proven.
• C-Technologies C-Pen – “Electronic highlighter” that allows you to capture, edit, translate and send text to your ThinkPad notebook via IR
• Margi, Inc. – TV-to-Go with Capture-to-Go, Theatre-to-Go and DVD-to-Go enhance your ThinkPad multim edia viewing experience
• Veridicom, Inc. – 5th Sense personal authentication fingerprint ID devices with Confirma data security software (connects via USB or parallel port)
• TravRoute, Inc. – Co-Pilot 2000 Door-to-Door GPS Navigation Solution: street maps, trip planning and driving directions
• PORT, Inc. – Carrying case customised for the ThinkPad A Series.
ThinkPad UltraPort connector with
optional UltraPort Camera
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Provided by Compu-Lock (www.compu-lock.co m)
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To add a second hard disk drive, a second HDD adapter is required
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The Portable Drive Bay accepts all Ultrabay 2000 devices
Global IBM service and support
• Personalised Web-based support
• International Warranty Service
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• One or three year limited warranty
• Local rate telephone
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hardware support
during the warranty period
• IBM Update Connector
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helps you keep your notebook up-to-date with drivers and software upgrades via the Internet
• ServicePac
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service options provide up to four years of service coverage from date of ThinkPad notebook purchase (including warranty period). Service options must be purchased during the original product warranty period. For more information, visit: as.ibm.com/asww/ servpac
Total Cost of Ownership
• IBM Universal Manageability solutions can help you reduce your computer costs by making it easier to deploy, manage and maintain your notebook PCs. Visit ibm.com/pc/us/software/sysmgmt for more information.
• IBM PC Lifecycle Care provides proactive life cycle management and transition planning tools. Visit ibm.com/pc/ww/ solutions/lccare for more information.
• Upgradeable design and common accessories and upgrades help to ease support costs.
IBM SystemXtra
SystemXtra
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is designed to help qualified customers make the most of their ThinkPad notebook investment by combining a host of technologies, services, software, training and convenient financing. Visit ibm.com/pc/uk/ systemxtra for more information.
Need more information?
ThinkPad ibm.com/pc/uk/thinkpad Options ibm.com/pc/uk/options Support ibm.com/pc/support Web Ca st ibm.com/pc/webcast
IBM United Kingdom Limited
PO Box 41 North Harbour Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3AU Telephone: 0870 601 0136
IBM Ireland Limited
2 Burlington Road Dublin 4 Telephone: 1850 205 205
The IBM home page can be found on the Internet at ibm.com/pc/uk
UK company-wide registration to ISO9001 Certificate number FM 12587
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
* The e-business logo, ThinkPad, ThinkPad Assistant,
Ult raPor t, Ult rabay, Eth erJe t, Trac kPoin t, Think Pad Proven, ServicePac and SystemXtra are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
** Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
** Intel, Pentium, SpeedStep and Celeron are
trademarks of Intel Corporation. Other company, product or service names may be
trademarks or service marks of others.
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MHz only measures microprocessor internal clock speed, not application performance. Other factors also affect application performance. For Mobile Intel Pentium III processors featuring Intel SpeedStep technology, this denotes maximum performance mode; battery optimisation mode is approximately 80% of maximum performance mode.
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Includes batter y and travel bezel option (purchased separately); weight may vary due to vendor components, manufacturing process and options.
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Thickness may vary at certain points on the system.
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Titanium Composite Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic has three times the strength of ABS plastic as tested by IBM using the high flex modulus test on 2/28/00.
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DVI port provides direct DVI connection for IBM T55D and T85D Digital Flat Panel Monitors.
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Designed to be capable of receiving data a t up to 56kbps with compatible phone line and server equipment, and transmitting data at up to 31.2kbps. Public networks currently limit download speeds to about 53kbps. Actual speeds vary and are often less than the maximum possible. Not available in some countries.
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Maximum memory varies depending on model and may require replacement of standard memory with optional maximum memory module.
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GB means one thousand million by tes when referring to hard disk drive capacity. Accessible capacity may var y.
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Variable read rate. Actual playback speed will vary and is often less than the maximum possible.
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These model numbers achieved a ZD BatteryMark Version 3.0 Bat tery Rundown Time of the times shown above. This test was performed without independent verification by ZD; ZD makes no representations or warranties as to these test results. BatteryMark is a trademark of ZD Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. A description of the environment under which the test was performed is available at ibm.com/pc/ww/ thinkpad/batterylife.html. Battery life (and recharge times) will vary based on many factors including screen brightness, applications, features, power management, battery conditioning and other customer preferences.
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Level of su ppor t var ies by o perat ing syst em. Operating systems not preloaded on the system may not provide full-feature function ality. Please refer to ibm.com/ pc/support, select a notebo ok brand, click on “Product Information”, choose your machine type, then click on “Product Limitations”.
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Delivered with Windows 98 preloaded on the hard disk drive and a Windows 98 Recovery CD in the box. For customers who prefer Windows 95, a Windows 95 Recovery CD is also included for installation of Windows 95. For ThinkPad notebo oks with Windows 2000 preloaded on the hard disk drive, a Windows NT
4.0 Rec overy C D is included in the box.
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