IBM SelectaDock III, ThinkPad SelectaDock III User Manual

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IBM ThinkPad

SelectaDock III

User's Guide

IBM ThinkPad

IBM

SelectaDock III

User's Guide

Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in Appendix C.

First Edition (September 1997)

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Contents

Electrical Safety Notices ........................ v

Important Points (Read This First) ................ vii

Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Checking Your Items ......................... 1-2

SelectaDock III Highlights ...................... 1-3

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Preparing to Use the SelectaDock System (ThinkPad 760/765) 1-8 Attaching the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III system ... 1-11 Detaching the SelectaBase from the SelectaDock III system . 1-14

Docking the ThinkPad to the SelectaDock system ....... 1-15

Chapter 2. Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Handling Internal Options ...................... 2-2

Supported Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Installing a Device in the UltraBay II Tray ............. 2-6

Installing a Device in the Device Space ............. 2-10

Installing a PCI or an ISA Adapter Card ............. 2-13

Installing a PC Card ........................ 2-16

Using the MIDI/Joystick Port ................... 2-18

Connecting External SCSI Devices ............... 2-20

Chapter 3. System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Setting Up an IDE Device ...................... 3-2

Setting Up a SCSI Device ...................... 3-6

Setting Up An Adapter Card .................... 3-8

System Resources Assignment ................... 3-9

Chapter 4. Using the Security Features ............ 4-1

SelectaDock III Security Features ................. 4-2

Security Function for Your SelectaDock system ......... 4-3

Maintaining While Sharing the SelectaDock System ....... 4-5

Chapter 5. Hints, Tips, and Limitations ............ 5-1

Hints and Tips ............................ 5-2

Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Attention Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Isolating a Problem Unit ....................... 6-5

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Running Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22

Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

Appendix A. Using the SCSI Support Software ....... A-1

Installing the EZ-SCSI ........................ A-2

Online Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Formatting Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Appendix B. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Electrical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

External Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

IBM Power Cords ........................... B-4

Appendix C. Product Warranty, Notices, and Statements . C-1

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .... C-5

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance

Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-5

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des

Communications du Canada ................... C-6

European Community (EC) Directive Conformance Statement . C-6

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-1

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Electrical Safety Notices

DANGER

Before you install or remove the option, unplug the power cord.

DANGER

Power is controlled by the power switch of the computer. In an emergency, turn off the power by unplugging the SelectaDock III power cord. The electrical outlet should be near the SelectaDock III and should be easily accessible.

DANGER

To avoid a shock hazard:

Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of

this product during an electrical storm.

The power cord must be connected to an outlet that has been properly wired and grounded

according to your local wiring rules. This equipment must have an earth ground. Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag när den ansluts till ett nätverk. Jordet stikkontakt skal benyttes når apparatet tilkobles datanett. Laite on liitettävä maadoitettuun pistorasiaan.

Any equipment to which this product is attached to must also be connected to an outlet that has

been properly wired and grounded according to your local wiring rules.

Contents v

DANGER:

Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cable 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 the devices.

The 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.

To Disconnect

Turn everything OFF.

First, remove the power cord from the outlet.

Remove signal cables from receptacles.

Remove all cables from devices.

Turn the device ON.

Note: In the U.K., by law, the telephone line cable must be connected after the power cord.

Note: In the U.K., by law, the power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable.

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Important Points (Read This First)

When you use the SelectaDock system for the first time, note the following important points:

Make sure that your ThinkPad is a PCI bus computer system.

The SelectaDock system supports only PCI bus computers. It does not support ISA bus computers, even though the SelectaDock Base Model I supports both PCI and ISA bus computers.

Supported ThinkPads are:

– ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, 760EL, 760ELD, 760XD, and 760XL – ThinkPad 765D and 765L

– ThinkPad 770

The ThinkPad 760 and 765 user must do the following before docking it to the

SelectaDock system for the first time.

1. (Windows 95 user) Copy the INF files. (Refer to “Preparing to Use the SelectaDock System (ThinkPad 760/765)” on page 1-8.)

2. Update the system program (flash BIOS).

3. Install the Battery Check Utility (ThinkPad 765 user only).

4. Update the ThinkPad Configuration program.

5. Update PC Card Director .

Refer to

Program Installation Guide

to update or install these programs.

Power on your ThinkPad after docking it to the SelectaDock system for the first

time.

If the operating system in your ThinkPad supports hot and warm docking , this operation enables the hot and warm docking.

PC Card Director is a program to support PCMCIA Rel 2.1. Hot docking means docking while the computer is operating or in standby mode. Warm docking

means docking while the computer is in suspend mode.

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Chapter 1. Introduction

Highlight

This chapter describes the overall functions of the SelectaDock III system. Read this chapter before you use the SelectaDock III system.

This chapter contains:

Checking Your Items ......................... 1-2

SelectaDock III Highlights ...................... 1-3

Supported Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Features of the SelectaDock III system ............ 1-4

SelectaDock system Function According to Operating System 1-5

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Preparing to Use the SelectaDock System (ThinkPad 760/765) 1-8 Attaching the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III system ... 1-11 Detaching the SelectaBase from the SelectaDock III system . 1-14

Docking the ThinkPad to the SelectaDock system ....... 1-15

Cold Docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Cold Undocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Hot or Warm Docking for Windows 95 ............ 1-18

Checking Your Items

When you unpack your SelectaDock III system, check to be sure that you have the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, call IBM or your point of purchase.

SelectaDock III system Power cord

User's Guide (This book) 10 diskettes

Program Installation Guide

3 diskettes and a CD-ROM

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SelectaDock III Highlights

The IBM ThinkPad SelectaDock III system is designed to expand the functions of your ThinkPad computer.

Hereafter, we call the SelectaBase 770 or SelectaDock Base Model I is referred to as the SelectaDock III and the SelectaBase as the

Supported Systems

You can use the SelectaDock III system with following ThinkPad computers:

SelectaBase

, and the combination of the

SelectaDock system

Chapter 1. Introduction 1-3

IBM ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, 760EL, 760ELD, 760XD, and

760XL

IBM ThinkPad 765D and 765L IBM ThinkPad 770

The SelectaDock III system works with the following combinations:

SelectaDock System Combination

SelectaDock III SelectaBase 770 No No Yes

SelectaDock Base Model I

Note: The SelectaBase 770 and the SelectaDock Base Model I are port replicators. Either of them provides you the full docking system functions with this SelectaDock III. The SelectaDock III system needs one of these SelectaBases. Which one you need depends on the model of your ThinkPad computer.

ThinkPad 760E/760ED ThinkPad 760EL/760ELD ThinkPad 760XD/760XL

Yes Yes No

ThinkPad 765D ThinkPad 765L

ThinkPad 770

Features of the SelectaDock III system

When you dock your ThinkPad to the SelectaDock system, your total system will have the following additional features.

Two PCI/ISA shared slots and one PCI slot A half height bay for IDE or SCSI device An UltraBay II tray for one UltraBay II device An UltraBay tray for an UltraBay device (option) Two USB connectors Two (type-II) PCMCIA slots One SCSI connector Hot and warm docking support Capability for sharing the SelectaDock system Security for the ThinkPad computer, devices inside the

SelectaDock system and the SelectaDock system itself.

Note:

Attaching or detaching your computer to or from the

SelectaDock system is called

docking

undocking

. A swappable device for the ThinkPad 770 computers. A “ThinkPad 760 UltraBay Options Tray for SelectaDock III” can

be purchased separately.

A swappable device for the ThinkPad 760 computers.

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SelectaDock system Function According to Operating System

The following table shows the relationship between functions of the SelectaDock system and the operating system in your ThinkPad computer.

Table 1-1. Matrix of the Function and Operating System

Function DOS Windows

3.11

ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, 760EL, 760ELD, 760XD, 760XL, 765D, or 765L

EZ-SCSI Yes Yes NA NA NA NA PCMCIA Rel. 2 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CardBus No No No No No No

ThinkPad 770

EZ-SCSI Yes Yes NA NA NA NA PCMCIA Rel. 2 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CardBus Yes Yes Yes No No No

Note:

The Option Diskette for SelectaDock III contains EZ-SCSI for DOS and Windows 3.11. PC Card Director supports PCMCIA Release 2.1. Windows NT 3.51 native support. PCMCIA Release 2.1 support by preload. CardBus support by preload.

Windows 95

Windows NT (3.51)

Windows NT (4.0)

OS/2 Warp/Marlin

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Location

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Status Indicators

Symbol Indicator Name Meaning

1 Docked The computer is correctly docked with the SelectaDock

system.

Power On The computer power is turned on.

Note: The “Docked” indicator changes to the “Power-On”

indicator when the computer power is turned on.

2 Suspend Mode The computer is in suspend mode.

3 Diskette Drive in

Use

4 Hard Disk in Use The IDE device in the SelectaDock system or in your

5 Attention Turns on or blinks to alert users about an operation.

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The diskette drive in the computer or the UltraBay II is being used.

Note: When an external diskette drive is used, the indicator

on the IBM ThinkPad FDD External Attachment Kit turns on.

computer is accessed.

Preparing to Use the SelectaDock System (ThinkPad 760/765)

The ThinkPad 760 and 765 user needs to copy the INF files. Do the following:

Note: Check which version of Windows 95 you have before copying

the INF files:

1. Double-click on My Computer, Control Panel, then System.

2. Note the version of the Windows 95 in the System field. For example, 4.00.950 or 4.00.950 B.

Insert the SelectaDock III Option Diskette into the A drive.

Open the Windows command prompt screen.

Type CD C:\WINDOWS\INF

Overwrite the INF files with the following command:

COPY A:\xxxx\ .INF C:

Note: If the Windows 95 version is 4.00.950, type 95 instead of

xxxx. If the Windows 95 version is 4.00.950 B, type 95 B instead of xxxx.

Press Enter.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

The ThinkPad 760 and 765 user also need to do the following:

Update the system program.

Update the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Update PC Card Director.

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Refer to the

Program Installation Guide

to update or copy these

programs. The following diskettes or CD-ROM is supplied for updating these

programs: For diskette installation:

SelectaDock III Option Diskette System Program Service Diskette for VGA/SVGA System Program Service Diskette for XGA IBM ThinkPad Utility Diskette for Windows 3.1 IBM ThinkPad Utility Diskette for Windows NT IBM ThinkPad Utility Diskette for Windows 95 IBM ThinkPad Utility Diskette for OS/2 Battery Installation Check Utility Diskette IBM ThinkPad PC Card Director for Windows NT 4.0 IBM ThinkPad PC Card Director for OS/2 and Windows 95

For CD-ROM installation:

SelectaDock III Option Diskette System Program Service Diskette for VGA/SVGA System Program Service Diskette for XGA ThinkPad Utility Program and PC Card Director (CD-ROM)

Note:

You can get the following diskettes from the Internet URL

http://www.us.pc.ibm.com/support/thinkpad/thinkpad_support.html

Chapter 1. Introduction 1-9

IBM ThinkPad Utility Diskette for DOS, Personalization IBM ThinkPad PC Card Director for DOS and Windows 3.1

ThinkPad Configuration Program

The IBM ThinkPad utility diskette contains the ThinkPad Configuration program. Using this program, you can easily set up and customize the built-in devices, such as the parallel port or infrared port.

The ThinkPad Configuration program also provides the Device Configuration Management System which automatically detects any system resource conflict (such as IRQ, DMA, I/O address, or memory conflict). Therefore, the ThinkPad Configuration program makes it easy for you to install a new device or software.

IBM ThinkPad PC Card Director

PC Card Director is a utility program to make PC Cards easy to use by:

Turning on and setting up a PC Card when you insert it in a

PC Card slot.

Showing what type of PC Card is in your computer.

Allowing you to register an application program for a particular PC Card and starting the program automatically when the card is installed.

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Attaching the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III system

The following procedure describes how to attach the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III system.

Note: The picture shows a SelectaBase 770 port replicator. To

attach the SelectaDock Base Model I to the SelectaDock III system, do the same procedure.

Make sure that the security key on the SelectaBase is set to the Unlock position.

Remove the connector cover by pulling out the hooks on both sides 1 ; then lift up the cover 2 .

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Place the SelectaBase on the SelectaDock III system.

a) Align the guides of the SelectaDock III 1 with the slits on

the underside of the SelectaBase.

b) Place the SelectaBase on the SelectaDock III so that the

first triangle on the SelectaBase lines up with the triangle on the SelectaDock III (as shown in the circle).

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Slide the SelectaBase to connect to the SelectaDock III 1 ; then lock the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III by sliding the lock upward 2 .

Note: Make sure that the second triangle on the SelectaBase

lines up with the triangle of the SelectaDock III (as shown in the circle).

Attach the connector cover to the SelectaDock system

You have completed the attachment of the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III.

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Detaching the SelectaBase from the SelectaDock III system

To disassemble the SelectaDock system, do as follows:

Note: The picture shows a SelectaBase 770 port replicator. To

detach the SelectaDock Base Model I to the SelectaDock III system, do the same procedure.

Remove the connector cover.

Disconnect all peripheral cables from the SelectaDock system.

Disconnect the power cord from the SelectaDock system.

Unlock the port replicator from the SelectaDock III system by sliding the lock downward.

Set the security key to the unlock position 1 ; then release the port replicator 2 .

Note: Use the finger hole as shown in the figure when you

release the port replicator.

Attach the connector cover to the SelectaDock III system

You have completed disassembling the SelectaDock system.

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Docking the ThinkPad to the SelectaDock system

This section describes how to dock and undock the ThinkPad computer to or from the SelectaDock system

Notes:

1. The computer you are going to dock must be a PCI bus architecture computer. If you accidentally dock an ISA bus computer, the SelectaDock III warns you with the Attention indicator and beeps.

2. For the ThinkPad 760 and 765 with Windows 95 user: You need to copy the INF files and update the system program before you first dock your computer to the SelectaDock III

system. “Preparing to Use the SelectaDock System (ThinkPad 760/765)” on page 1-8 .

There are three mode when you dock or undock the ThinkPad to the SelectaDock system as follows:

Cold docking or undocking:

Docking or undocking while the computer is powered off.

Hot docking or undocking:

Docking or undocking while the computer is operating or in standby mode.

Warm docking or undocking:

Note: Hot or warm docking or undocking is supported by only

Cold Docking

To dock your computer to the SelectaDock system in cold mode, do as follows:

Chapter 1. Introduction 1-15

Docking or undocking while the computer is in suspend mode.

Windows 95. If you use the other operating system, cold dock or undock your computer.

Turn off your computer.

Disconnect all peripheral devices cables from your computer.

If you want to protect the drives under the keyboard after docking, set the lock on your computer. (See the computer user's guide for the procedure.)

Plug the power cord in the power connector of the SelectaDock III, and then into an electrical outlet.

Dock your computer to the SelectaDock system. (See the manual of the SelectaBase.)

a) Check that the Docked indicator 1 is lit. b) Turn the security key to the locked position 2 if you want

to secure the devices. Then remove the key.

Turn on your computer, using its power switch. The SelectaDock system powers on automatically; then the computer starts to boot. Check that the Power On indicator

on the status indicator of the SelectaDock III is lit.

You have completed to dock the ThinkPad to the SelectaDock

system. For Windows 95 user, continue to the next. Windows 95 begins to check the status of the SelectaDock system

and restarts a couple of times. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. During this operation, Windows 95 creates a configuration profile for

the SelectaDock system named Dock x.

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Notes:

a) x can be any number. b) The message “Version Conflict” might appear on the screen.

Answer Yes to the prompt “Do you want to keep this file?.”

In Windows 95, double-click on My computer, Control Panel, and System.

Click on the Hardware Profile tab.

Make sure the new profile, Dock x, is created. Select the Device Manager tab and make sure that the new devices are

displayed in the device list. If Dock x is not created, repeat from step 1 on page 1-15.

Note: If the symbol “!” or “X” appears next to a device symbol, a

resource conflict might have occurred. For the system resource assignment, go to “System Resources Assignment” on page 3-9.

Once the new hardware profile Dock x has been created, you can dock or undock your computer in hot or warm mode.

Cold Undocking

This procedure describes how to undock your computer from the SelectaDock system when the computer power is turned off.

You have completed the cold undocking.

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Turn off your computer.

Turn the security key to the eject position to eject the computer.

Grasp the computer and lift it out.

Hot or Warm Docking for Windows 95

Docking

In the boot process after cold docking, the operating system tries to set a configuration including the devices installed in the SelectaDock system. After the configuration has been set up, you can dock your computer in hot or warm mode. The SelectaDock system devices immediately become available to your computer.

Undocking

To use hot or warm undocking for Windows 95, do the following:

Request the eject by either of the following:

Select Eject PC in the Start menu.

Turn the security key to the eject position and release the

key.

An eject request is made to the operating system.

Considerable time may be required to complete the eject

process.

Note: To see if the eject process has completed, click on Start.If

Eject PC appears, undocking is still in progress. If not, the

eject process has completed.

When you hear the beep sound, turn the security key to the

eject position again to eject the computer from the SelectaDock

system.

Note: If the operating system rejects the request, messages

appear on the screen explaining the reason. In this case, use cold undocking.

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Chapter 2. Installing Options

Highlight

You can expand the capability of your ThinkPad by installing options. This chapter explains how to install the options.

After you complete the installation of the options, go to Chapter 3 to configure your system.

This chapter contains:

Handling Internal Options ...................... 2-2

Supported Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

UltraBay II Tray .......................... 2-3

Device Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Adapter Card Slots ........................ 2-4

PC Card Slots ........................... 2-5

USB Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Installing a Device in the UltraBay II Tray ............. 2-6

Installing a Device in the Device Space ............. 2-10

Installing a PCI or an ISA Adapter Card ............. 2-13

Installing a PC Card ........................ 2-16

Using the MIDI/Joystick Port ................... 2-18

Connecting External SCSI Devices ............... 2-20

Handling Internal Options

DANGER

Before you install or remove the option, unplug the power cord.

CAUTION

The CD-ROM drive uses a laser system. To ensure correct use of this product, carefully read the manual that came with the CD-ROM drive and keep the manual for future reference. If the unit requires maintenance, have it serviced by authorized personnel.

Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not open the enclosure.

Attention

Do not open the static-protective package containing the option until you are instructed to do so. Static electricity can damage the option.

When you are instructed to install the option, observe these precautions as you open the static-protective package:

Touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metallic portion of the SelectaDock III for at least 2 seconds. This action reduces the static electricity from the package and from your body.

Do not touch any exposed circuitry on the option.

Prevent other people from touching the option.

Limit your movement. Movement can cause static-electricity buildup.

Always handle the option carefully and by its edges.

If you

must

put the option down after it has been removed from the package, place the option

on the static-protective package on a level surface. Do not place the option on a metal table.

If the SelectaDock III system has a dust cover over the UltraBay, remove it.

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Supported Devices

UltraBay II Tray

The SelectaDock III system has an UltraBay II tray and device space to install an optional drive. In the back are adapter card slots. In the side are an external SCSI port, PC Card slots, and a MIDI/joystick port.

The UltraBay II tray accommodates the following options:

Diskette drive (FDD)

IDE devices

– CD-ROM drive

– Hard disk drive (HDD) with attachment

Only one diskette drive can be attached to the SelectaDock III system at the same time. When an external diskette drive is attached, do not install a diskette drive in the UltraBay II. Trying to operate with more than a single drive can destroy diskette data.

Note: If you want to install the UltraBay device used in the ThinkPad

Chapter 2. Installing Options 2-3

Each drive should be compatible with the UltraBay II of the ThinkPad 770 series computer.

Attention

760 computer, replace the UltraBay II tray with the ThinkPad

Device Space

The SelectaDock III system accommodates the following options in the device space.

IDE drive

SCSI drive Before installing any drive, examine the connector on the

SelectaDock III system and connect the correct drive.

Adapter Card Slots

The SelectaDock III system has slots to accommodate the following types of adapter cards:

Slot 1: Full-size PCI adapter card (upper connecter)

Slot 2: Full-size PCI adapter card (upper connecter)

Slot 3: Half-size PCI adapter card

760 UltraBay Options Tray for SelectaDock III, which can be purchased separately.

– CD-ROM drive

– Hard disk drive

Full-size ISA adapter card (lower connector)

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PC Card Slots

USB Ports

Wake-on LAN (WOL) Support

The SelectaDock III system supports the following wake-on LAN cards.

Note: Only the ThinkPad 770 user can use the wake-on LAN

function. IBM Auto Wake Token Ring ISA Adapter (55H6760) IBM 100/10 EtherJet PCI Adapter w/WOL (85H9921) IBM PCI Wake On LAN Token Ring Adapter (86H1880)

Two PC card slots on the SelectaDock III system can accommodate either of the following PC Card combinations:

2 Type I or Type II Cards 1 Type III Card (lower slot only)

The universal serial bus (USB) function is not supported in the ThinkPad 760 and 765 computers. Only the ThinkPad 770 computer can use this function.

Chapter 2. Installing Options 2-5

Installing a Device in the UltraBay II Tray

Before installing a device into the UltraBay II tray, make sure that:

Power is turned off. The computer is undocked. The SelectaBase port replicator is detached.

To install the device, do the following:

Slide and push the lever 1 .

Remove the spacer if there is one.

Note: In the UltraBay II tray, a spacer is initially included when

the SelectaDock III system is shipped.

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Install the UltraBay II device you are going to use. Make sure that the device is fully engaged with the connector.

Note: If you install an HDD, install it into the attachment first; then

install the HDD-attachment assembly into the UltraBay II tray.

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If you want to secure the device in the UltraBay II tray, lock the eject button as follows:

Unlatch the UltraBay II tray with pushing the latch 1 and rotate it clockwise 2 .

Pull the UltraBay II tray forward 3 .

Slide the lock lever on the left side of the UltraBay II tray

4 .

Reinstall the UltraBay II tray; then latch the bay.

You have finished installing the device into the UltraBay II tray.

After installing the device, go to Chapter 3 to configure the system.

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When removing

To remove the device from the UltraBay II tray:

Unlock the device eject lock if you secured the device in the tray.

Slide and push the lever 1 ; the device in the tray releases.

Remove the device.

Note: Do not remove the drive before shutdown the operating

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system. When you slide the lever 1 during the operating

system is working, beep sounds.

Installing a Device in the Device Space

To install an IDE or a SCSI drive in the device space do the following:

When installing an IDE device

An IDE device has three modes: master, slave, and cable select. Select the cable select mode before installing the IDE device into the SelectaDock III system. See the instructions in the manual accompanying your IDE device. If you cannot select the cable select mode, do one of the following:

If no hard disk is installed in the UltraBay II tray, set the

mode to master mode.

If a hard disk is installed in the UltraBay II tray, set the mode

to slave mode.

Remove the front top cover 1 .

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Remove the three screws 1 ; then pull the frame upward 2 .

Screw the drive into the frame.

Note: Make sure the device is oriented properly.

Connect the power cable 1 and IDE cable or SCSI cable 2 to the drive in the frame. If necessary, connect the audio cable also.

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Replace the frame into the device space 1 ; then drive in the screws 2 .

Note: Make sure the cables are not above the device space.

Reinstall the front top cover.

You have finished installing the drive into the device space.

After installing the device, go to Chapter 3 to configure the system.

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Installing a PCI or an ISA Adapter Card

To install an adapter card in the SelectaDock III system, do the following:

Remove the connector cover by pulling out the hooks on both sides 1 ; then lift up the cover 2 .

Open and remove the rear cover.

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Set the adapter card switches or jumpers (if needed) using the instructions supplied with the adapter card. For future reference, record any switch or jumper information in this guide.

Remove the screws holding the metal bracket. Then remove the metal bracket.

Install the adapter card.

Note: In slots 1 and 2, the upper (smaller) connector is for a

PCI adapter card. The lower (larger) connector is for

an ISA adapter card. In slot 3, the connector is for a half-size PCI adapter card.

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Drive in the screw that held the metal bracket to secure the adapter card in the socket.

If you are installing the wake-on LAN card, connect the wake-up signal cable (brown) and power cable (white) to each connector on the LAN card.

You have finished installing the adapter card.

After attaching the adapter card, go to Chapter 3 to configure the system.

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Attach and close the rear cover.

Reconnect the cables and power cord.

Attach the connector cover to the SelectaDock III system.

Installing a PC Card

To install a PC Card, do the following:

Slide the PC Card lock to the unlocked position.

Determine which slot to use. A Type III card must be inserted in the lower slot only.

Align the card in the slot, and insert until it is fully seated.

Note: Make sure the PC Card is fully installed into the slot.

Loose installation will cause an error.

Slide the PC Card lock to the locked position for PC Card security.

You have finished installing a PC Card.

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Plug & Play for PC Card

Once you installed the PC Card Director and the device driver for the PC Card, you can use the card as soon as you install it into the slot of the SelectaDock III system. This is called plug & play.

Refer to the user's guide of your computer for details.

When Removing

To remove the card, press the corresponding eject button.

Note: If you have difficulty pressing with your finger, use a

pointed device as follows:

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Using the MIDI/Joystick Port

The SelectaDock III system provides a MIDI/joystick port as a functional replacement for the same port on the computer. The MIDI signals through this port are sent directly the computer's MIDI port. Therefore, if your computer does not have a MIDI port, you cannot use the MIDI feature.

The SelectaDock III system has a game controller for the joystick. Even if your computer does not have a game controller, the controller in the SelectaDock system is available and takes control through the ThinkPad Configuration program. When you use a joystick connected to the SelectaDock system, you must enable the game feature with the ThinkPad Configuration program.

To use the MIDI/joystick port, do the following:

Turn off the computer, and remove the power cord from the SelectaDock system.

Connect a MIDI connector or a joystick cable to the port.

Connect the other end of the cable to a MIDI equipment connector or a joystick.

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Note

When you have a Sound Blaster–compatible ISA adapter card installed, do not use the MIDI/joystick port. Otherwise, the computer will have resource conflict problems.

When you use such a card, disable the port feature with the ThinkPad Configuration program.

You have finished connecting the MIDI/joystick port.

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Connecting External SCSI Devices

You can connect external SCSI devices to the SCSI connector. The SCSI controller in the SelectaDock system is compatible with the Fast SCSI (Ultra-SCSI) Adaptec AIC-7860 controller, and provides a 50-pin half-pitch SCSI connector.

To install the drives, follow the installation instructions that came with the SCSI device.

Notes

External SCSI cables are supplied with the drive. As an

alternative, you can purchase them at a computer store.

Turn on all external SCSI devices before you turn on the

system.

See “Setting Up a SCSI Device” on page 3-6 for information

on configuring the system.

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Chapter 3. System Configuration

Highlight

After installing any option devices, you need to configure your computer using ThinkPad Configuration program. This chapter explains how to configure your computer.

Note: When you configure your computer, undock it from the the

SelectaDock system.

This chapter contains:

Setting Up an IDE Device ...................... 3-2

For DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

For Windows 3.1, Windows NT, Windows 95, or OS/2 Warp 3-3

Setting Up a SCSI Device ...................... 3-6

For Windows 95 .......................... 3-6

Setting Up An Adapter Card .................... 3-8

For DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

For Windows 3.1, Windows NT, Windows 95, or OS/2 Warp 3-8

System Resources Assignment ................... 3-9

Setting Up an IDE Device

If you installed an IDE device in the SelectaDock system, make sure that an IDE controller is enabled. This procedure depends on the operating system in your computer.

For DOS

For the ThinkPad 760 and 765 user, do as follows:

For the ThinkPad 770 user, do as follows:

At the DOS command prompt, enter:

PS2 ? IDE2

to show the status of the IDE adapter. If it is disabled, enter:

PS2 IDE2 Enable

to enable it. Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

You have finished the setup.

Select a PCI IRQ with the PS2 ? PCIIRQ command.

Note: Do not use IRQ 11 and IRQ 15. You have to disable a

device or port to set an IRQ for the SelectaDock III system. When you select an IRQ, a hardware conflict message appears. Disable the device currently assigned to that IRQ.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

At the DOS command prompt, enter:

PS2 ? IDE3

to show the status of the IDE adapter.

If it is disabled, enter:

PS2 IDE3 Enable

to enable it.

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Reboot the computer to make the change effective. You have finished the setup.

For Windows 3.1, Windows NT, Windows 95, or OS/2 Warp

For the ThinkPad 760 and 765 user, do as follows:

Select the ThinkPad folder.

Select the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

Click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Select Enable IDE device.

Click on OK; then close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

For the ThinkPad 770 with Windows 95 user, do as follows:

Click on Start, move the cursor over Program, and ThinkPad, and click on ThinkPad Configuration.

Note: Do not use IRQ 11 and IRQ 15. You have to disable a

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Click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Set only the 1st IRQ in the next window.

device or port to set an IRQ for the SelectaDock III system. When you select an IRQ, a hardware conflict message appears. Disable the device currently assigned to that IRQ.

Click on OK; then close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

Select the ThinkPad folder.

Select the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

Click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Select Enable IDE device in the docking station.

Select 3rd IRQ.

Click on OK; then close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

For the ThinkPad 770 with Windows NT and OS/2 Warp user, do as follows:

Select the ThinkPad folder.

Select the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

Click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Click on Advanced.. button.

Click on PCI Device Setup button.

Set only the 1st IRQ in the next window.

Note: Do not use IRQ 11 and IRQ 15. You have to disable a

device or port to set an IRQ for the SelectaDock III system. When you select an IRQ, a hardware conflict message appears. Disable the device currently assigned to that IRQ.

Click on OK; then close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

Select the ThinkPad folder.

Select the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

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Select the Docking Station ( ) button.

Select Enable IDE device.

Select Third; then select one of the selections in the Third IDE device window.

Click on OK; then close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Reboot the computer to make the change effective.

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Setting Up a SCSI Device

After installing a SCSI device in the SelectaDock III system, configure your computer by referring to section or manual applicable for the operating system you use:

For Windows 95

For DOS and Windows 3.1 For other operating systems

the operating system or SCSI device.

Note: For Windows NT user and use other drive than CD-ROM and

hard disk drive that does not depend on the Adaptec SCSI hard disk peripheral, get the 2940 driver from the following Web. site:

http://www.adaptec.com/

To update the SCSI controller, do as follows:

Double-click on My Computer, Control Panel, and System.

Click on the Device Manager tab.

Click on the + mark of the SCSI Controller selection. A submenu appears.

Select Adaptec AHA-294X/78XX PCI SCSI Controller by clicking on it; then click on the Properties button.

Appendix A .

The manual supplied with

Click on the Driver tab.

Click on Update Driver.

Insert the option diskette in the diskette drive; then make sure that Yes (Recommended) is selected.

Click on Next.

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Click on Finish.

Click on OK in the “Insert Disk” window. The Copying File.. window appears.

Change C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS to A:\

Click on OK. Follow the instructions on the windows.

SCSI ID

A SCSI ID must be assigned and a terminator must be installed at the end of the device daisy chain. Refer to the following sections when you set up the SCSI device.

Each device attached to a SCSI connector must have a different SCSI ID. 7 is the default ID for a SCSI device in the SelectaDock system, and 0—6 is the ID for external SCSI device.

See your SCSI device documentation for instructions on how to set the SCSI ID.

Internal SCSI device termination:

External SCSI device termination:

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SCSI Termination

The internal SCSI cable automatically terminates at its end. When installing a SCSI device in the SelectaDock system, disable or remove the terminations.

When connecting an external SCSI device, terminate the SCSI device at the end of the daisy chain. Make sure any other SCSI device is not terminated.

Setting Up An Adapter Card

Before you configure an adapter card with the ThinkPad Configuration program, read the following note:

Note:

Perform this step before docking your computer to the

SelectaDock system for the first time.

If you have installed a non-plug & play (legacy ISA) adapter card, assign system resources to the adapter card you just installed by using the ThinkPad Configuration program on your computer. For more information, see page 3-15.

To configure your system, use the ThinkPad Configuration program. Do the following, depending on the operating system you are using:

For DOS

At the DOS command prompt, enter:

PS2 ?

to determine which command you can use to assign system resources. See the online book of the computer for command details.

Assign the system resources.

To install the device driver for the operating system, continue the installation instructions described in the documentation shipped with the adapter card.

For Windows 3.1, Windows NT, Windows 95, or OS/2 Warp

Select the ThinkPad folder.

Select the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

Click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Fill in all the items for the system resource information. Click on the Help button if you need an explanation about an item.

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System Resources Assignment

In most cases, your computer will automatically assign the system resources when you install a new device. For example, your computer will assign such resources as the (IRQ) and the modem. Other devices may need such system resources as

Memory Access

maximum value, for example the maximum value for IRQ on your computer is 16 (0–15).

For information about the system resources available on your computer, see online book or user's guide of your computer.

Sometimes Windows 95 does not allocate the resources correctly since the resource may already be allocated to another device. This is called a system resource must set the system resources manually by using either method:

Input/Output

(DMA) and

Interrupt Request

(I/O) ports when you install a PC Card

Memory

conflict

. Each system resource has a

contention

. In this case, you

level

Direct

Device Manager ThinkPad Configuration program

Before you allocate the system resources manually, you must find out the currently available system resources by doing the following:

Double-click on My Computer, Control Panel, and System; then click on the Device Manager tab. The current devices are listed.

Click on the Computer icon at the top of the device list and click on Properties.

The View Resources window showing the resources (IRQ, I/O ports, DMA and memory) currently available appears:

of Windows 95

of your ThinkPad computer.

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Double-click on My Computer, Control Panel, and System; then click on the Device Manager tab. The Windows 95 Device Manager window appears.

The symbol “!” or “x” appears next to the device symbol which is causing the conflict.

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Highlight the device, in this case the IBM Token-Ring Credit... device and click on Properties, the Resources tab, and then on Set Configuration Manually. The Conflicting device list box appears.

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Remove the checkmark on Use automatic settings.

Click on the Basic configuration ... button on the right and select a different value.

If the messages in the Conflicting device list box

disappear, click on OK and go on to step 8.

If the messages still remain, click on Change Setting and

continue to the next step.

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Change the conflicting values one by one by editing the following window:

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When all conflicting values have been corrected, No conflicts is displayed in the Conflicting device list box.

Open the Device Manager again after you restart Windows 95 to make sure the new device is working properly.

If you still cannot start up the device:

Read the manual that came with the device since some devices work only within a fixed memory range, on a fixed I/O port, or at a fixed IRQ level. The manuals may describe these limitations.

Unregister the device from the Device Manager, and then reinstall it.

It may be that no more system resources are available—for example, all IRQ values have been used already or there is no vacant memory available.

Inquire with the manufacturer of the device.

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Memo

The system resources you assign are:

IRQ (hardware interrupt request):

There are 16 IRQs in the system, but certain IRQs are reserved by the system. You can assign unused IRQs for the newly installed devices.

DMA (direct memory access channel):

There are 8 DMA channels: 0 through 7. Certain DMA channels are reserved by the system. This resource is typically used by such adapters as sound cards and SCSI adapters for transferring large blocks of data.

I/O address:

The input/output (I/O) address space extends from X'0000' to X'FFFF'. The I/O ports of the features and adapters are mapped here.

Memory address:

This area is for BIOS ROM or the memory-mapped I/O area of the adapters.

IRQs and memory addresses are typically the most likely sources

of conflict. For instance, if an ISA adapter card (typically the

Sound Blaster adapter) in your SelectaDock system is using DMA

channel 1, it will conflict with the audio feature in the computer

that uses DMA channels 0 and 1 when enabled.

Always try to select proper values to avoid resource conflict.

Refer to “System Resources Assignment” on page 3-9 to

resolving the resource conflict.

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Chapter 4. Using the Security Features

Highlight

This chapter describes the security features of the SelectaDock

system. The multiuser lock make it easy to manage security

when a database on the SelectaDock system is shared by

several users.

This chapter contains:

SelectaDock III Security Features ................. 4-2

Security Function for Your SelectaDock system ......... 4-3

PC Card Lock and Device Eject Lock ............. 4-3

Security Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Cable Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Multiuser Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Maintaining While Sharing the SelectaDock System ....... 4-5

Each User managing the Password .............. 4-5

Administrator Managing the Password ............. 4-6

SelectaDock III Security Features

Location Secured Device How to Use

UltraBay II latch

Mechanical lock hole

Multiuser lock

PC Card lock

SelectaBase lock

Device eject lock

Device in the UltraBay II tray

SelectaDock system This is the hole for installing the cable lock (See

SelectaDock system use this lock with the cable lock to make sharing the

PC Card Slide this button forward before docking the

SelectaBase After docking the SelectaBase, slide this button

Device in the UltraBay II tray

This latch prevent the UltraBay II tray from being opened. To release the tray, push this latch and rotate it clockwise.

“Cable Lock” on page 4-3 for more information.)

SelectaDock system secure.

SelectaBase to make the PC Card eject button inaccessible.

upward to make the SelectaBase nondetachable. After installing the device in the UltraBay II tray, slide

this button backward to prevent any device in the tray from being removed.

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Security Function for Your SelectaDock system

This section describes the security features of the entire SelectaDock system.

PC Card Lock and Device Eject Lock

To secure PC Cards and any device in the UltraBay II tray, lock the PC Card lock and the device eject lock before attaching the SelectaBase to the SelectaDock III system.

Security Key

To secure the ThinkPad computer in the SelectaDock system, set the security key to the Lock position and remove the key.

Cable Lock

Attach the cable lock key and set it the Lock position; then remove it. The SelectaDock system is secured.

Note: You can purchase the cable lock from a computer store.

Install the cable lock as shown. Refer to the instructions that came with the lock for more information.

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Multiuser Lock

If several users will be sharing the SelectaDock system, use the multiuser lock. When you use the feature, you also need to

install the cable lock to secure the SelectaDock system itself.

When the multiuser lock is set, the security key is fixed in the Unlock position and cannot be removed. Thus, the each user who shares the SelectaDock system does not need his or her own security key. Each user can dock or undock their computer without a key.

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Maintaining While Sharing the SelectaDock System

If the Multiuser lock is enabled, authorized people can access the data on the hard disk drive in the SelectaDock III system and an authorized ThinkPad computer can be attached to the SelectaDock III system.

If each user manages the password:

All authorized users know the password (HDP) of the SelectaDock system and each his or her own password (HDP or PAP) for the ThinkPad.

“Each User managing the Password”

If the system administrator manages the password:

The system administrator sets the password to the SelectaDock system (HDP) and all authorized ThinkPads (PAP), and does not inform the users of the password. Each authorized user can use the SelectaDock system without knowing the password.

“Administrator Managing the Password” on page 4-6

Note:

HDP: Hard disk password PAP: Supervisor password

Each User managing the Password

To set the password to the common hard disk in the SelectaDock system, do as follows:

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The administrator sets the HDP for the drive to be shared as follows:

Remove the common hard disk from the SelectaDock system; then install it into the one of the ThinkPad computers.

Set the hard disk password to the common hard disk.

Note: See the user's guide of the computer for how to set

the password.

Replace the common hard disk drive in the SelectaDock III system.

Inform all authorized users of the password.

When a user turns on a computer docked with the shared SelectaDock system, the computer prompts for the HDP. The user must enter the correct password.

Users can set their own HDP for any other hard disk drive installed in their own ThinkPad or they can set their own PAP.

Administrator Managing the Password

To set up the password for the authorized users, do as follows.

Note

This procedure is for the system administrator. He or she sets the HDP to the common hard disk, and the PAP to each authorized ThinkPad computer.

The system administrator should not let the users know the supervisor password or the hard disk password.

Remove the common hard disk from the SelectaDock system; then install it into the one of the ThinkPad computers.

Set the HDP to the common hard disk.

Note: See the user's guide of the computer for how to set the

password.

Remove the common hard disk from the computer and reinstall it in the SelectaDock system.

Set a supervisor password for each authorized ThinkPad.

Note: This PAP must be the same as the HDP for the

SelectaDock system.

Now the SelectaDock system is ready to be used by authorized users. The users dock their computers in the SelectaDock system

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using cold docking. As long as the ThinkPad computer has a PAP that is same as the HDP of the SelectaDock system, the users can access the common hard disk without entering and knowing the password. If someone attempts to dock a ThinkPad computer that does not have the same PAP as the HDP of the SelectaDock system, the system prompts for the password. Since only the system administrator knows this password, an unauthorized user can never access the data of the SelectaDock system.

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Chapter 5. Hints, Tips, and Limitations

Highlight

When a computer is docked to or undocked from the

SelectaDock system, the computer environment or configuration

changes. To use the computer effectively and ensure the safety

of your data, you need to pay attention to several points raised in

this chapter.

This chapter contains:

Hints and Tips ............................ 5-2

Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Hints and Tips

Item Hints and Tips Drive letter After you dock the computer to and undock it from the

SelectaDock system, the drive letters assigned to the drives in the computer and in the docking system might change. This might cause some problems; for example, a program running normally in the undocked state might not work after docking.

To avoid problems caused by a change of the drive letter:

Check the new drive letters after docking. Do not make a primary partition on the hard disk drive in the SelectaDock system. Check the source drive and the target drive when you make a file copy or file move operation. Check the drive of the file to be erased. Check the drive you will format. Do not register programs on the desktop of your operating system when the drive letter of the program changes from the docked to the undocked state.

When multiple configurations are not supported

(depending on the operating system)

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If the operating system does not support the selection of device drivers with a multiple configuration, you need to configure all the necessary device drivers for the docked configuration. Then when you boot the operating system after undocking the computer error messages appear indicating that devices are not available.

Item Hints and Tips Installing OS/2 Warp To install OS/2 Warp from a SCSI CD-ROM drive that is

connected to the SelectaDock SCSI connector, do as follows:

Make a copy of Diskette 1 of the operating system:

a) Insert Diskette 1 and a blank diskette in drives A and B. b) Type the following command at the command prompt

screen:

diskcopy a: b:

c) Press Enter.

Copy AIC7870.ADD from the SelectaDock Option Diskette to the root directory of the copied Diskette 1. The root directory is the first directory on the diskette. AIC7870.ADD overwrites any existing versions of the device drivers included on the copied Diskette 1.

Start installation by inserting the Installation Diskette into drive A and restarting the system. When prompted to insert Diskette 1, insert the copy that you created.

Follow the instructions in the complete the installation of OS/2 Warp.

OS/2 Warp User's Guide

Installing Windows NT To install the Windows NT, see the relevant ThinkPad online

book.

Using the SCSI device driver bundled with Windows 95

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The SCSI device driver bundled with Windows 95 does not support the suspend and resume function. When you use such SCSI devices, you must disable suspend and hibernation as follows:

Open the ThinkPad Configuration folder, and click on the Docking Station ( ) button.

Deselect Suspend/hibernate while docked if it has been selected.

Click on OK to close the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Item Hints and Tips Parameter for the socket

service

I/O address for the game port

Using an ethernet adapter card

If you are installing one of the following Ethernet option adapter cards in the docking station and connect cables in a daisy chain (serial connection):

3Com EtherLink III SMC EtherCard Elite Ultra

LAN Adapter

Novell NE2000plus ISA

Ethernet Adapter

Power Supply of the ThinkPad and SelectaDock system

When using a “Point Enabler” supplied with a PC Card in the PC Card slot of the SelectaDock system, use IG1=Y rather than IG0=Y as the socket service parameter.

The I/O address for the game port is assigned to address X'0201'. This address cannot be changed.

You must obtain one of the following adapter connectors:

P/N 329517, manufactured by AMP P/N UG-306/U, manufactured by HIROSE

Attach the adapter connector to the adapter card connector. Then you can attach the T-shape Ethernet cable to the adapter connector.

When you dock the computer to the SelectaDock system, connect the ac power cord to the SelectaDock system. You

cannot use a docked computer powered only with the battery pack.

Note: The SelectaDock system does not have any power switch.

The computer power is controlled by the computer's power switch even if it is docked in the SelectaDock system.

Charging the battery pack When a computer is docked in the SelectaDock system, and the

power is not turned on, the battery pack is charged. When computer power is turned on, charging occurs only if power consumption by the computer is low, depending on the power management of the computer.

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Limitations

Item Limitation Using a diskette drive Even though the SelectaDock III system can support either

external or internal diskette drives, you can use only one at a time.

Attention

If you connect two diskette drives and attempt to use both of them, data on both of diskettes will be lost.

Using ISA or PCI adapter cards

Suspend and resume functions

Consider card compatibility when you purchase an ISA or a PCI adapter card.

The SelectaDock III system does not support the REFRESH signal for an ISA bus when the computer is attached. Therefore the following ISA adapter cards are not supported:

IBM-Multi Port Card (part number 00F5529) IBM-Multi Port 2 Card (part number 33F8791) DRAM memory cards ISA cards that use the REFRESH signal to detect whether the bus is working ISA cards that use the REFRESH signal as a clock counter

The suspend and resume function are not supported when you dock the ThinkPad 760 or 765 in the SelectaDock system. If you are using DOS or Windows 3.1, the suspend and resume functions are not supported if an ASPI8IBM.SYS (SCSI) driver is loaded. If you are using Windows 95, the suspend and resume functions are not supported when an AIC-7860 (SCSI) driver is loaded by Windows 95 and if it is enabled by the device manager (when the checkbox is selected). The suspend and resume functions are not supported if an adapter card or PC Card is installed in a card slot.

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Item Limitation Allocating I/O resources When the I/O resources X'330' to X'333' are allocated to an

adapter card installed in the SelectaDock system with the ThinkPad 760EL and 765L docked, you must disable the ESS function (audio) by using the ThinkPad Configuration program.

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Chapter 6. Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting procedures

Troubleshoot the system with the following procedures:

Determine the meaning of the Attention indicator behavior.

Isolate the problem unit.

Recover the system by using the troubleshooting guide.

Run the test, if you need to.

Request service.

This chapter contains:

Attention Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Isolating a Problem Unit ....................... 6-5

Checking the ThinkPad Computer ............... 6-7

Checking the ThinkPad and SelectaBase Combination ... 6-8

Checking the SelectaDock III system .............. 6-8

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Visible Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Setup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

PC Card Problems ....................... 6-14

UltraBay II Device Problems .................. 6-15

Device Space Problems .................... 6-16

SCSI Device Problems ..................... 6-17

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18

Sound Blaster Problems .................... 6-18

MIDI/Joystick (Game) Port Problems ............. 6-18

Adapter Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19

USB Port Problems ....................... 6-19

Wake-up on LAN problems .................. 6-20

Intermittent Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20

Resource Conflict Problems .................. 6-21

Running Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22

Internal Drive Test ........................ 6-22

SCSI Subsystem Test ..................... 6-23

If the Test Detects No Error .................. 6-23

Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

Important

This chapter is to be used for the problems caused by the SelectaDock system only. For problems caused by products

other than the SelectaDock system, use the documentation for that product.

The tests in this chapter are designed to test IBM products only. Other products may cause misleading error information or incorrect computer responses. Refer to the instructions supplied with those products for testing information.

You should analyze all problems not caused by the SelectaDock system by using the documentation provided with the product. This book covers problems unique to the SelectaDock system—in other words, problems that occur only when the SelectaDock system is used.

If you have done all the actions recommended in this guide and the problem is still not fixed, have the SelectaDock III system serviced.

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Attention Indicator

The SelectaDock system uses a combination of the Attention indicator and beeps to let you know when the docking or undocking operation you are attempting is not acceptable.

The Attention indicator also lights when an unacceptable drive is installed in the UltraBay II.

The following table shows what action should be taken when the Attention indicator is lit or blinking:

Symptom Cause What to Do

The system beeps and the Attention indicator stays on.

1. An unsupported device is attached to the UltraBay II connector, or a computer without a PCI bus is being docked.

2. Three or more IDE drives are installed in the SelectaDock system.

3. An external ac/dc adapter is connected to the SelectaBase port replicator or ThinkPad computer.

1. Verify that the device in the UltraBay II is installed correctly or designed for the bay, or undock the computer. ISA bus computers are not supported.

2. Remove the extra IDE drive or drives from the SelectaDock system. Only two IDE drives are accepted a time.

3. Undock the computer and remove the external ac/dc adapter cable from the SelectaBase.

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Symptom Cause What to Do

The system beeps and the Attention indicator blinks.

The system beeps twice and the Attention indicator blinks once.

1. An eject attempt was made (the security key was turned to the Eject position) while the computer was using the SelectaDock system. (This is only for DOS or Windows 3.1 users with the beep turned on.)

1. Close any application programs, such as a program on a hard disk drive installed in the SelectaDock system, and then try to eject again.

2. Return the eject lever of the UltraBay II tray to the Lock position.

2. An attempt was made to eject the device in the UltraBay II while the computer was in operation or suspend mode.

The hot or warm undocking has been successful and the

Eject the computer from the

SelectaDock system. computer is ready to be ejected.

Because physical characteristics of the connectors for an ISA-bus-architecture computer are the same as those for a PCI-bus-architecture computer, it is possible to dock an incompatible computer. To protect the computer and the SelectaDock system from this improper operation, the SelectaDock system warns you with the Attention indicator and beeps. The table summarizes the reactions of the SelectaDock system when an ISA bus computer is docked.

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Computer

Status

(ISA Bus) What Happens What You Must Do

Turned on and running

In standby Suspended Hibernated Turned off

The computer is turned off immediately. The Attention indicator lights to indicate that an incorrect computer has been docked.

The Attention indicator lights to notify that an incorrect computer has been docked.

Undock the computer. After undocking, the Attention indicator turns off.

Isolating a Problem Unit

To simplify the problems, isolate which of the following units causes the problem:

The ThinkPad computer The combination of the computer and the SelectaBase port

replicator

The SelectaDock system

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Use the following steps to determine what is causing your problem:

Check the ThinkPad computer. (“Checking the ThinkPad Computer” on page 6-7)

Check the ThinkPad and SelectaBase. (“Checking the ThinkPad and SelectaBase Combination” on page 6-8)

Check the SelectaDock III. (“Checking the SelectaDock III system” on page 6-8)

Check the software you used.

To solve the problems, refer to the user's guide of the computer

To solve the problems, refer to the setup guide of the SelectaBase.

To solve the problems, refer to “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 6-10.

To solve the problems, refer to the documentations for the software.

If the problem source is obvious, such as broken hardware, go directly to “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 6-10 for further instructions.

Note: Make a note of all error messages, and be prepared to give

them to the service representative if you need to call for service.

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Checking the ThinkPad Computer

Check whether the computer runs correctly. Try the same job that failed on your computer alone after undocking it from the SelectaDock system.

Note: If you can't do the same job on your computer only, go to

“Test the ThinkPad Computer.”

Turn off the computer; then undock it.

Attach all necessary external devices directly to the computer.

Run the same jobs with just the computer.

Did the same problem remain? Yes The problem is possibly caused by the following:

The computer The peripherals

Cables that connects the computer and the

peripherals

Setup, operation, or software

Refer to the user's guide of your computer to further analyze the problem.

Test the ThinkPad Computer

If you can't do the same job on just your computer, run the system diagnostic program.

Did any error return? Yes The problem is possibly caused by your computer. Refer to

No The problem occurs only when the computer is docked. Go

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No The problem occurs only when the computer is docked.

Go to step “Checking the ThinkPad and SelectaBase Combination” on page 6-8.

the user's guide of your computer.

to the next section.

Checking the ThinkPad and SelectaBase Combination

Check whether the computer runs correctly when docked to the SelectaBase. Do the same job on your computer after docking to it to the SelectaBase

If you cannot run the same job that created your problem, go to the next section.

Dock your computer to the SelectaBase and reconnect all external devices to the SelectaBase.

Run the same jobs.

Did the same problem remain? Yes The SelectaBase is causing the problem. Refer to the

SelectaBase setup guide to resolve the problem.

No Go to the next section.

Checking the SelectaDock III system

You are here because your problems occur only when you use the computer docked to the SelectaDock system.

Dock your SelectaBase and the computer to the SelectaDock III. Then connect the ac power cord to the SelectaDock III, but

do not turn the power on yet

Did the docked indicator on the SelectaDock III panel turn on?

Yes The SelectaDock III detected that your computer is

docked. Go to the next step.

No Your computer is not docked correctly. Go to “Setup

Problems” on page 6-13, and take the corrective actions provided.

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Turn on the external devices, and then the computer.

Note: This sequence is important because the computer

checks during its power-on self-test that the devices are powered on and ready.

Did the Attention indicator on the SelectaDock III panel turn on or blink?

Yes An incorrect docking status has been detected. Go to

“Setup Problems” on page 6-13, and take the actions provided.

No Go to the next question. Did the Power-On indicator on the SelectaDock system

panel turn on? Yes Go to the next question. No Go to “Setup Problems” on page 6-13, and take the

actions provided.

Did the boot operation finished as expected? Yes Go to “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 6-10. No Go to “Startup Problems” on page 6-14, and take the

actions provided.

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Troubleshooting Guide

Find your problem symptom and go to the page indicated.

Troubleshooting Chart Page

Visible problems 6-11 Setup problems 6-13 Startup problems 6-14 PC Card problems 6-14 UltraBay II device problems 6-15 Drive space problems 6-16 SCSI drive problems 6-17 Audio problems 6-18 Sound Blaster problems 6-18 MIDI/joystick (game) port problems 6-18 Adapter problems 6-19 USB port problems 6-19 Wake-up on LAN problems 6-20 Intermittent problems 6-20 Resource conflict problems 6-21 Other problems

Note: Run diagnostic tests on all the devices

installed or attached to the SelectaDock system.

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Visible Problems

Problem Action

Hardware, such as the cover, is broken.

You cannot undock the computer.

The Attention indicator is lit or blinking.

When hardware is broken, have the SelectaDock system serviced. See the warranty statement on page C-2 for any service charge that may be incurred if the problem was caused by improper use.

Turn off the computer; then undock it from the SelectaDock system. When no electricity is applied to the SelectaDock system, undocking can be done mechanically. If removal is very difficult, have the SelectaDock system serviced.

The system uses security features to detect an inappropriate docking or undocking operation to prevent further problems.

1. Verify that the computer to be docked is a supported model. The computer must use PCI architecture. If you are not sure about the architecture of the computer, see its user's guide. The following ThinkPad models are supported:

760E, 760ED, 760EL, 760ELD, 760XD, and 760XL 765D and 765L

770

2. If this indicator comes on when you turn the security key to the Eject position, check if the computer is performing some tasks that would be abnormally terminated if the computer was undocked.

3. If this indicator comes on when you install a drive in the UltraBay II, verify that the drive is supported by the SelectaDock system.

4. Verify that no more than two IDE devices are installed.

5. Verify that no ac/dc cable is connected to the SelectaBase port replicator.

The security lock key is missing, or you need extra keys.

Your computer does not suspend or resume while docked.

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the SelectaBase setup guide for ordering instructions.

Check if any adapter card is inserted in a card slot. Suspend and resume functions are not supported under this condition.

Problem Action

After updating the ThinkPad Configuration program and PC Card Director, an error message window, such as Battchk, appears when you reboot the system.

Did you install the Battery Check Utility? If not, install the program (refer to

Program Installation Guide

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Setup Problems

Problem Action

The Docked indicator does not come on.

The Power-On indicator does not come on.

The Attention indicator is lit or blinking.

Other indicators malfunction.

You cannot undock the computer.

Verify that:

1. The power cord is correctly plugged into a working electrical outlet and into the SelectaDock system.

2. The computer is correctly docked. Retry the docking operation.

Note: Turn off the computer when you dock it to the SelectaDock

system

Verify that:

1. The Docked indicator is on. If not, do the actions listed for the “Docked indicator does not come on.”

2. The Attention indicator is

not

on. If it is lit or blinking, do the

actions listed in “Visible Problems” on page 6-11.

3. The computer power switch is operating correctly.

4. The electrical current does not exceed the maximum limit.

“Visible Problems” on page 6-11 .

If the other indicators do not turn on or off correctly, have the SelectaDock system serviced.

“Visible Problems” on page 6-11 .

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Startup Problems

Problem Action

The operating system startup fails when docked.

Verify that:

1. The device for the boot operation is turned on and ready. Turn

2. The drive letters used for the boot operation are correct. The

3. The drive operates correctly when running device diagnostics.

4. The computer resource assignments do not conflict when the

PC Card Problems

Problem Action

An installed PC Card does not work.

Verify that:

1. The PC Card is correctly installed.

on the device power before the computer power when the drive has an independent power source.

drive letters might have changed automatically when docked.

“Running Tests” on page 6-22 for details.

computer is docked.

“Resource Conflict Problems” on page 6-21 if you suspect a

resource conflict.

“Installing a PC Card” on page 2-16 .

2. The PC Card can be used without problems when installed directly in your computer. If not, pursue the problem using the troubleshooting guide in the computer's user's guide first.

3. The PC card is correctly set up, including computer resource assignments and device driver installation.

Run the diagnostic test for the PCMCIA slot.

“Running Tests” on page 6-22 .

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UltraBay II Device Problems

Problem Action

The CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or diskette drive in the UltraBay II does not work.

The hard disk drive in the UltraBay II does not work.

Verify that:

1. The drive is engaged firmly to the UltraBay II connector. Remove

and reinstall the drive.

“Installing a Device in the UltraBay II Tray” on page 2-6

2. The drive works correctly if installed in the computer's UltraBay II.

3. The drive works correctly when the drive test is run.

“Running Tests” on page 6-22 .

4. Correct setup (including resource assignment and device driver

installation) was done when you installed the device.

5. No more than two IDE devices are installed, including a device in

the device space.

Verify that:

1. The drive is connected firmly in the UltraBay II connector.

Remove and reinstall the drive.

“Installing a Device in the UltraBay II Tray” on page 2-6

2. The drive works correctly if installed in the computer's UltraBay II.

3. The drive works correctly when running drive tests.

“Running Tests” on page 6-22 .

4. The hard disk password is correctly set. User's guide of

your computer for instructions to set the password.

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Device Space Problems

Problem Action

The IDE device in the device space does not work.

The SCSI drive in the device space does not work.

Verify that:

1. The device is engaged firmly to the device space connector. Remove and reinstall the device.

2. Correct setup (including resource assignment and device driver installation) was done when you installed the device.

3. No more than two IDE devices are installed including the devices on the UltraBay II tray.

4. IDE 2 is enabled.

5. The mode selection has been set correctly.

Verify that:

1. The device is engaged firmly to the device space connector. Remove and reinstall the device.

2. Correct setup (including resource assignment and device driver installation) was done when you installed the device.

3. The terminator is disabled.

Run the test

“SCSI Subsystem Test” on page 6-23 .

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SCSI Device Problems

Problem Action

The SCSI drives do not work.

Check these things first if an error message indicates that the software programs cannot find a SCSI drive (for example, a CD-ROM drive or hard disk drive) connected to the SCSI bus:

1. Be sure your computer is docked.

2. Be sure that termination is correctly set for all devices on the

SCSI bus as described.

3. Be sure the cables connecting the external and internal SCSI

drives and the host adapter are attached securely. Also be sure the pin-1 orientation is correct for internal cables. If all connections are secure and if you have ruled out other possible problems, try replacing the cable.

4. Be sure CD-ROM drives and other SCSI drives are attached to a

power source and are turned on.

Verify that:

1. If all of the SCSI drives do not work:

a) For external SCSI drives, check that the SCSI terminator is

installed correctly at the last device.

b) Ensure that the SCSI drive driver is installed correctly.

“Installing the EZ-SCSI” on page A-2

c) Run the test d) If you have a known-good drive, attach only it to the SCSI

connector, and then run the test to verify. If the drive runs without errors, the SCSI controller in the SelectaDock system is working correctly. Suspect one of the drives.

2. If the only one drive in a daisy chain does not work:

“SCSI Subsystem Test” on page 6-23 .

a) Run the drive test to verify the drive operation. Follow the

b) Ensure that the SCSI settings are correct.

The system does not boot from the SCSI drive.

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Boot operation from a SCSI drive is not supported.

messages from the test.

“Installing the EZ-SCSI” on page A-2

Audio Problems

Problem Action

Audio equipment does not work.

Verify that:

1. The audio equipment works when connected directly to the

2. The audio equipment is designed to be supported by this product.

3. When only the audio from the CD-ROM installed in the

Run the test

Sound Blaster Problems

Problem Action

The Sound Blaster or compatible adapter card does not work.

Verify that:

1. The MIDI/joystick port was disabled by the ThinkPad

2. The game port of your computer has also been disabled.

computer.

Appendix B, “Specifications” on page B-1

SelectaDock system does not work, have the SelectaDock III system serviced.

“Internal Drive Test” on page 6-22 .

Configuration program.

User's guide of your computer.

MIDI/Joystick (Game) Port Problems

Problem Action

The game port does not work.

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Verify that:

1. The game port switch is set to Enable through the ThinkPad Configuration program.

“Using the MIDI/Joystick Port” on page 2-18 for details.

2. The computer supports the MIDI port, if the problem occurs only when in MIDI operation.

Adapter Problems

Problem Action

The adapter does not work.

Verify that:

1. The adapter is designed for the SelectaDock system adapter slot.

2. You followed all the installation instructions described in

3. The system resources are assigned correctly by its utility

4. The driver disk is up to date. Contact the driver manufacturer.

See the adapter documentation that came with the option to diagnose problems.

USB Port Problems

Problem Action

A connected USB device does not work.

Verify that:

1. The USB device is connected correctly.

2. The USB device correctly installed in the computer. If not, see

“Installing a PCI or an ISA Adapter Card” on page 2-13.

program, if the adapter card is a non-PnP ISA adapter bus type.

The accompanying disk may support only older desktop computers.

the troubleshooting section of the ThinkPad user's guide first.

3. The USB device is set up correctly, including the computer

resource assignment and device driver installation. Open the System Properties window to see the resource conflict.

Note: To open this window, double-click on My Computer,

Run the diagnostic test for USB port.

“Internal Drive Test” on page 6-22

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Control Panel, and System; then click on the Device Manager tab.

Wake-up on LAN problems

Problem Action

The system does not wake on when using Wake-on LAN adapter installed even when Wake-on Packed provided.

Verify that:

1. The type of computer is correct. Only a ThinkPad 770 computer

2. The LAN adapter card in the slot of the SelectaDock system

3. The LAN cable is connected to the LAN adapter.

4. Both the power code and the Wake-up signal code is connected

5. AC power is supplied to the computer when it is powered off.

6. The Wake-up feature is enabled.

Intermittent Problems

Problem Action

An intermittent problem occurs.

The problem can be difficult to analyze because it occurs just once in a while. If your SelectaDock system has such a problem, verify that:

1. The computer is firmly attached to the SelectaDock system.

supports this feature.

supports the Wake-up LAN feature.

to the LAN adapter used for the Wake-up operation.

To operate the Wake-up feature, ac power must be supplied to the computer when it is turned off.

2. All cables and power cords are securely connected to the SelectaDock system and to the attached options.

3. The SCSI drive is correctly terminated.

If these items are correct and the problem still occurs, write down what the problem is and what the system was doing when the problem occurred. Then contact your place of purchase or service representative for help.

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Resource Conflict Problems

Problem Action

You suspect that the computer resources assigned for the configured devices have conflicts when you docked the computer. Or you have identified a resource conflict—that is, two or more features or adapters are using the same IRQ, DMA, I/O address, or memory address.

Note: If your problem does

in the following order:

1. Try to change one of the settings (if possible) for the conflicting

adapters, PC Cards, or ThinkPad features, so that the conflict is resolved.

Determine if you can change the settings for the newly installed adapters first, so that the existing configuration is not disturbed. Try changing the settings for the ThinkPad features and the existing adapters or cards or both only if the new adapters or cards are not configurable. (If you change the settings for the previously working hardware configuration, you might have to modify the setup of the corresponding software drivers accordingly.) See the associated software documentation for details.

2. If you cannot get a conflict-free combination, try to disable one or

more of the ThinkPad devices to eliminate the conflict. For example, to use the Sound Blaster adapter, you will need to

disable the audio device in the computer to free the DMA channel

1. You may have to modify the choices for more than two adapters

or ThinkPad devices or both to get a conflict-free combination.

not

appear to be caused by a resource conflict, the suggested actions are

1. Check the

user's guide

for the device's installation instructions.

2. Check the adapter manual for software driver installation instructions.

3. Make sure that the adapters, connectors, and cables are firmly installed and connected.

4. Contact your point of purchase.

5. If the adapter is not manufactured by IBM, call the adapter manufacturer.

6. Call the IBM Help Center.

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Running Tests

Internal Drive Test

The diagnostic test program for internal devices is provided in the Easy-Setup program contained in your computer.

The Easy-Setup test program on the computer is used to test the device in the SelectaDock system. This section explains how to select the devices in the SelectaDock system. If you need instructions to invoke the test, or interpret the test results, see the user's guide for your computer.

The following figure shows an example of the test devices selection menu. Devices in the SelectaDock system closed by a rectangular box 1 .

The testable devices in the SelectaDock system are:

Hard disk drive in the UltraBay or the UltraBay II Diskette drive in the UltraBay or the UltraBay II

PCMCIA slots

CD-ROM drive in the UltraBay or the UltraBay II DVD in the UltraBay II

USB port If an error is detected, an error code is displayed near the device

icon on the screen. You can find the error description of the error codes in the user's guide for your computer.

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