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Functional Highlights

All-in-one design with core technology The well-balanced,

all-in-one design of the ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 brings ease-of-use to your computing needs.

High-speed processor The Intel high-speed processor enables

high-speed data processing and provides advanced performance.

Large-capacity hard disk drive The large-capacity hard disk drive

can respond to a wide variety of your business demands.

Large color LCD The large TFT (thin-film transistor) or HPA (high

performance addressing) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics.

Lithium ion or nickel metal hydride battery pack The large-

capacity battery pack extends the operating time of your computer, further enhancing its portability.

Audio with 3D Stereo Sound Your computer is equipped with

internal audio record and playback capabilities including 3D audio from four speakers. When you enable the 3D stereo feature, sounds will appear to be generated all around you.

The audio feature supports the following:

 Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits,

stereo, and 48 KHz sampling.

 Music CD playback with the computer turned off.

For more information on using the audio function, see the

Online User's Guide

ThinkPad Modem The ThinkPad modem enables you to send or

receive data and faxes over a telephone line. For more information on using the ThinkPad modem, see

the

Online User's Guide

TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls Your computer has an

enhanced TrackPoint function that enables you to make selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. A new

Functional Highlights

center button, the Internet Scroll Bar, converts the TrackPoint into a scroll controlling device or a magnifying glass on the screen.

For more information on using the TrackPoint, see “TrackPoint” on page 10.

PC Card Support Your computer provides a PC Card slot that

accepts a 16–bit PC Card, CardBus Card, or Zoomed Video Card.

For more information on installing PC Cards, see “Inserting a PC Card” on page 72.

Keyboard Light (select models only) Your computer is equipped

with a light that illuminates the keyboard area for computer use in dimly lit areas.

For more information on using the Keyboard Light, see “Keyboard Light” on page 16.

Easy Launch buttons Your computer is equipped with four

customizable buttons that allow you to connect to the Internet or to run programs at a single press of a button.

For more information on customizing the Easy Launch buttons, see “Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility” on page 37.

Media Center Your computer is equipped with the Media Center,

consisting of a status LCD and playback buttons for CDs or DVDs (for DVD models). You can also play music CDs without turning on the computer.

For more information, see “Playing Music CDs” on page 19.

About This Book

This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer. Be sure to read the

ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 Setup Guide

book before using the computer.

Chapter 1. "Getting Familiar with Your Computer," acquaints you

with the basic features of your computer

and Chapter 1 of this

Chapter 2. "Extending the Features ofYour Computer,"

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

Chapter 4. "Solving Computer Problems,"

computer problem. The chapter includes a troubleshooting guide and information on how to recover lost or damaged software.

Chapter 5. "Getting Service,"

service.

describes various options of IBM's support and

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

Appendix B, Product Warranties and Notices contains the warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.

Chapter 3. "ProtectingYour Computer,"

provides information on using passwords, and using locks.

describes what to do when you have a

About This Book

The book concludes with an index.

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Safety Information

Electrical Safety Notice

Note: In the U.K., by law:

 The telephone line cable must be connected after the

power cord.

 The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone

line cable.

DANGER

Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. Reduce the risk of fire and electric shock by always following basic safety precautions, including the following:

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 Do not use your computer in or near water.  During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to

or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall.

To avoid shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown below when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. The 3–pin power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet.

Safety Information

DANGER

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

Safety Information

DANGER

There is a danger of an explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6502 UL-recognized component [file no. MH12210]) contains lithium and can explode if it is not properly handled or disposed of.

Replace only with a battery of the same type.

Do not: (1) throw or immerse it into water, (2) allow it to heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disassemble it. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

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

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

Laser Compliance Statement

The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive of the ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the top of the drive.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

Safety Information

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products.

In other countries, the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of EN60825.

CAUTION: Do not open the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive; no user adjustments or serviceable parts are inside.

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

Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive has an internal, Class 1, 0.5-milliwatt, aluminum gallium-arsenide laser that operates at a wavelength of 760 to 810 nanometers. The design of the laser system and the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions.

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Contents

Thank You for Selecting an IBM ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500

Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

About This Book ............................ vi

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Electrical Safety Notice ...................... viii

Laser Compliance Statement ................... x

Getting Familiar with Your Computer ............... 1

Identifying the Hardware Features .................. 3

Front View of the Computer .................... 3

Rear View of the Computer .................... 5

Bottom View of the Computer ................... 7

System Status Indicators ....................... 8

Distinctive Functions of Your Computer .............. 10

Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive .................. 17

ThinkPad Utility Programs .................... 24

Online User's Guide ........................ 41

Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

ThinkPad Software Selections CD ............... 42

Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board .............. 42

Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 43

Service Hints & Tips ......................... 44

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer ............... 44

ThinkPad Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

ThinkPad Do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Carrying Your Computer ..................... 46

Cleaning Your Computer ..................... 46

Extending Your Battery Life ................... 47

Ruggedized Mobile Computers ................. 47

For More Information ....................... 48

Extending the Features of Your Computer .......... 49

Customizing the TrackPoint ..................... 50

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Using the Press-to-Select Window ............... 51

Using the Sensitivity Window .................. 52

Using the Scrolling Window ................... 53

Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard ....... 59

Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad ...... 59

Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse .......... 61

Disabling the TrackPoint ..................... 62

Attaching an External Monitor ................... 63

Display Output Location ..................... 64

Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Using the Dual Display Function ................ 67

Attaching a Television to Your Computer (select models only) . 69

Attaching a Printer .......................... 71

Inserting a PC Card ......................... 72

Removing the PC Card ...................... 73

Protecting Your Computer .................... 75

Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Setting a Password ........................ 77

Entering a Password ....................... 79

Removing and Changing a Password ............. 80

Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

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Solving Computer Problems ................... 83

Frequently Asked Questions .................... 84

Hints, Tips and Considerations ................... 89

Playing DVD Movies ....................... 89

USB Connector Considerations ................. 89

Using an External Condenser Microphone ........... 89

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Error Codes or Messages .................... 92

No Error Codes or Messages .................. 94

Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Standby or Hibernation Problems ................ 97

LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Indicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Problems ................ 101

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problems ............. 103

Modem Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

PC Card Problems ........................ 105

Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

External Monitor Problems .................... 107

Other Option Problems ...................... 109

Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Recovering Lost or Damaged Software .............. 112

Using the PC-Doctor Program .................. 112

Using the ThinkPad Software Selections CD ......... 112

Using the Recovery CD ..................... 113

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board .............. 114

Getting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Information on Your Computer ................... 116

Option List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Problem Recording Sheet .................... 117

Customer Service and Support ................... 118

Online Support Services ..................... 118

Fax Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Help by Telephone ........................ 119

EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Getting Help Around the World ................. 120

Purchasing Additional Services ................... 121

Enhanced PC Support Line ................... 121

Ordering Support Line Services ................. 122

Warranty and Repair Services .................. 122

Appendix A. Features and Specifications ........... 125

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

IBM Power Cords ........................... 130

Appendix B. Product Warranties and Notices ........ 133

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Year 2000 Readiness and Instructions ............. 138

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Macrovision Copyright Protection Statement ......... 139

Electronic Emission Notices ................... 140

Telecommunication Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Industry Canada Requirements ................. 143

Regions where ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 has ThinkPad

Modem Integrated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Notice to European Users of the IBM ThinkPad Modem ... 146 Warning Notice to New Zealand Users of the IBM ThinkPad

Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

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Getting Familiar with Your Computer

This chapter provides basic information about your computer.

Identifying the Hardware Features .................. 3

Front View of the Computer .................... 3

Rear View of the Computer .................... 5

Bottom View of the Computer ................... 7

System Status Indicators ....................... 8

Distinctive Functions of Your Computer .............. 10

Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fn Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Easy Launch Buttons ..................... 14

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Keyboard Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive .................. 17

Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive .......... 17

Handling CDs and DVDs ................... 18

Playing Music CDs ....................... 19

Playing DVD Movies ...................... 19

ThinkPad Utility Programs .................... 24

BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Notebook Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Sleep Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility ......... 37

Online User's Guide ........................ 41

Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

ThinkPad Software Selections CD ............... 42

Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board .............. 42

Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 43

Service Hints & Tips ......................... 44

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer ............... 44

ThinkPad Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

ThinkPad Do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Carrying Your Computer ..................... 46

Cleaning Your Computer ..................... 46

Extending Your Battery Life ................... 47

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Ruggedized Mobile Computers ................. 47

For More Information ....................... 48

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Identifying the Hardware Features

Front View of the Computer

(1) The LCD latches release the LCD when pressed and allow it to

be opened.

(2) The Keyboard Light (select models only) illuminates the keyboard

area for computer use in dimly lit areas. (3) The color LCD screen displays computer output. (4) The left and right internal speakers generate stereo sound. (5) The Keyboard Light switch turns the keyboard light on and off. (6) The indicator panel consists of the system-status indicators and

their associated symbols. (7) The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. (8) The manual-eject hole is used to eject the CD-ROM or

DVD-ROM tray when it does not open with the eject button.

(9) The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button ejects the CD-ROM or

DVD-ROM tray.

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Identifying the Hardware Features

(10) The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM access indicator is on when data is

read from a CD or DVD in the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. (11) The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer. (12) The Media Center control panel allows your computer to function

like an audio CD player without turning on the computer. When the

computer is on, it also controls the playback of audio CDs, video

CDs and DVD movies. (13) The previous track/chapter button jumps to the previous track in

the audio CD or video CD, or the previous chapter in the DVD

movie. (14) The next track/chapter button jumps to the next track in the

audio CD or video CD, or the next chapter in the DVD movie. (15)

The audio volume control adjusts the volume of the

speakers. (16) The Media Center status LCD displays the current track number

in the audio CD or video CD, or the current chapter number in the

DVD movie. (17) The play/pause button plays or pauses audio CD, video CD or

DVD movie playback. (18) The stop/eject button stops audio CD, video CD or DVD movie

playback. It also ejects the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray when play-

back is stopped. (19) The Media Center power button turns the Media Center on and

off for audio CD playback when the computer power is off. (20) The Internet Scroll Bar works with the TrackPoint (23) and func-

tions as a scroll controlling device to easily scroll through Web

pages or program windows. (21) The TrackPoint buttons work with the TrackPoint (23) and func-

tion similar to the buttons on a mouse. (22) The Fn key is used with the function keys to activate the Fn key

functions. (23) The TrackPoint is a built-in pointing device that provides a func-

tion similar to that of a mouse. (24) The Easy Launch buttons are four customizable keys that allow

you to run programs at a single press of a button. See “Easy

Launch Buttons Customization Utility” on page 37 for more infor-

mation. (25) The built-in microphone captures sound and voice when it is

used with an application program capable of handling audio. (26)

The power switch turns the computer on and off.

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Identifying the Hardware Features

Rear View of the Computer

(1)

The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is con-

nected.

(2)

The PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector is used to attach a mouse, external keyboard, or external numeric keypad to the computer.

(3)

The internal modem port is used for connecting your com-

puter to an analog telephone line.

(4)

The serial connector is where you connect a 9–pin, serial-

device cable.

(5)

The parallel connector is where you connect a parallel-

printer signal cable.

(6)

The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock.

(7)

The universal serial bus (USB) allows you to connect any

device that conforms to the USB standard.

(8)

The external-monitor connector is where you attach the

external monitor.

(9) The S-video jack (select models only) is where you connect a

television or external display devices with an S-video in-out cable.

(10) The PC Card slot accepts a PC Card. (11) The PC Card eject button ejects the PC Card from the PC Card

slot.

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Identifying the Hardware Features

(12)

(13)

(14)

(15) The diskette drive. (16) The diskette-drive-activity indicator lights up when the computer

(17) The diskette-eject button ejects the diskette from the diskette

The headphone jack, a ⅛inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where

you connect stereo headphones or external speakers.

The line-in jack, a ⅛inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where

you connect an external audio device.

The microphone jack, a ⅛inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is

where you connect a self-powered stereo microphone. Note: Do not plug any device into the microphone jack except a

microphone.

is accessing the diskette drive.

drive.

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Identifying the Hardware Features

Bottom View of the Computer

(1) The battery-pack latch locks or releases the battery pack. (2) The memory-slot cover covers the memory slot.

The two memory slots accept dual inline memory module (DIMM) options.

Note: Base memory (32 MB or 64 MB) occupies one memory

slot.

(3) Flip out the tilt feet to tilt the computer to an angle for more com-

fortable use of your computer, especially when typing.

Getting Familiar with Your Computer 7

System Status Indicators

The system-status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors (green and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon:

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System Status Indicators

Symbol Color Meaning

(1) Battery status Green Enough battery power remains for operation.

Blinking orange The battery pack needs to be charged Orange The battery pack is being charged.

(2) Standby mode Green The computer is in standby mode

Blinking green The computer is entering or resuming from

hibernation mode.

(3) Drive in use Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard

disk, floppy drive, or data is being read from the CD-ROM drive. Do not enter standby mode or power off the computer when this indicator is on.

(4) Numeric lock Green The numeric keypad on the keyboard is

enabled. You enable or disable the keypad by pressing and holding the Shift key, and pressing the NumLk key. For details, see “Numeric Keypad” on page 15.

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

characters without the Shift key being pressed. You enable or disable the Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps Lock key.

(6) Scroll lock Green Scroll Lock mode is enabled. The Arrow keys

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

Not all application programs support this function.

pressing the ScrLk key.

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

when the computer is on.

(A-Z)

are entered in capital letters

You enable or disable Scroll Lock mode by

Getting Familiar with Your Computer 9

Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Your computer has unique keyboard functions and utility programs for easy configuration. This section includes the following topics:

 Keyboard functions

 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive

 ThinkPad utilities

 Online User's Guide

Keyboard Functions

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

 Easy Launch buttons  Numeric keypad  Keyboard Light

TrackPoint

The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the

TrackPoint

single process you can perform without moving your fingers from their typing position.

The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three click buttons below the keyboard. Movement of the pointer on the screen is controlled by the amount of pressure you apply to the nonslip cap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the stick itself does not move. The speed at which the pointer moves corresponds to the pressure you apply to the stick. The function of the click buttons depends on the software you are using.

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

Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Stick

Left click button

Internet Scroll Bar

Right click button

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

1. Place your hands in the typing position and press gently with either index finger on the stick in the direction you want the cursor to move.

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

Note: The cursor may drift. This is not a defect. Do not use the

TrackPoint until the cursor stops moving.

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Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Mouse pointer

Stick

Left click button

Internet Scroll Bar

Right click button

2. Press the click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software.

Changing the Cap

The cap (1) on the end of the TrackPoint is removable. You can replace it with the spare shipped with your computer.

For more information on customizing the TrackPoint and using the Internet Scroll Bar, see “Customizing the TrackPoint” on page 50.

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Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Fn Key

The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the Fn key; then press the appropriate function key (F1 to F12) or other keys (Home and End).

Function keys

Fn key

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Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

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

Feature and Icon Key Combination Meaning

Power Mode Functions Power Manage-

ment Properties

Sleep Fn+F4 The computer enters sleep mode. You can set the sleep

Other Functions Control at a glance

Switching between the LCD and the external monitor

Fn+F2 If you press this key combination, the Power Management

Properties window appears. You can view and set parameters for battery status in the window.

button function in the "Advanced" section of the Power Management Properties window.

Fn+F1 The Control at a glance screen appears. This screen

briefly describes the different user control features of the computer, including the Easy Launch buttons and the Media Center.

Fn+F7 Computer output is displayed in the following order when

an external monitor is attached.

Increase brightness

Decrease brightness

Contrast up Fn+Insert This increases the contrast of the computer LCD. Contrast down Fn+Delete This decreases the contrast of the computer LCD.

Fn+Home This increases the brightness of the computer LCD.

Fn+End This decreases the brightness of the computer LCD.

Note: The contrast Fn key functions are available only on HPA

models. The TFT models have optimized contrast settings.

Easy Launch Buttons

The Easy Launch buttons are four customizable keys located to the left of the power switch. These keys allow you to launch programs or visit Web sites at a single press of a button.

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Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Easy Launch buttons

For more information on customizing the Easy Launch buttons, see “Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility” on page 37.

Numeric Keypad

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

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

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

Note: The functions of the cursor- and screen-control keys are not

printed on the keys.

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Keyboard Light

Some models include a unique, built-in Keyboard Light that lights up the keyboard area and allows you to use your computer at night or in dimly-lit areas.

Note: This feature is available only on select models.

To turn on the Keyboard Light, slide the Keyboard Light switch to the right.

Important

 Do not use the Keyboard Light for an extended period of

time.

 The Keyboard Light works even when the computer power is

off. Do not forget to turn off the Keyboard Light when you are not using it.

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CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive

The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer comes with either a built-in CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive allows you to use compact discs (CDs).

The following CDs are supported by the computer:  Music CDs  Photo CDs

 CD-ROM or CD-ROM XA

 Video CDs In addition, the DVD-ROM drive allows you to play back DVD Video

movies.

Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive

To use the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, do the following:

1. Turn on the computer.

2. Push the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the

computer; then pull out the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray.

3. Fit your CD or DVD on the center pivot. Firmly press the CD

or DVD down until you hear it click into place.

4. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes.

The way you access the data on the CD or DVD depends on what type it is.

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To remove the CD or DVD, do the following:

1. Close the application program that uses the CD or DVD.

2. Push the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray.

3. Lift the CD or DVD by its edge while pressing the pivot.

4. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes.

Handling CDs and DVDs

CDs and DVDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to ensure that data remains readable. Keep in mind the following to maintain reliability:

 Hold the disc by the edges. Do not touch the surface of the disc.

Note: DVDs may have data on both sides of the disc. In this

case, do not touch the surface of both sides.

 To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc from the center to

the outside of the disc. Wiping the disc in a circular direction can cause loss of data.

 Do not write on the surface.  Do not store or place the disc in direct sunlight  Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the disc.

Use a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM cleaner kit.

 Do not flex or bend the disc.

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Playing Music CDs

The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer allows you to play music CDs without turning on the computer.

Easy-to-use front panel Media Center controls turn your computer into a music CD player. To play a music CD without turning on the system:

1. Slide the Media Center power button to the right, then release it.

2. Press the stop button to eject the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray;

then pull out the tray.

3. Fit your music CD on the center pivot. Firmly press the CD down

until you hear it click into place.

4. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes.

5. Wait until the number "1" appears on the audio CD status LCD.

6. Press the audio CD playback controls to play the tracks on the

music CD.

7. Adjust the volume if necessary.

Notes:

1. Using the Media Center control panel to control music CD play-

back with the computer on requires the ESS AudioRack (for CD models) or Mediamatics DVDExpress software (for DVD models), and the Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility programs to be installed.

2. The music CD player has power-saving features. Press a play-

back control button to wake up the music CD player.

Playing DVD Movies

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DVD Movie Regions

DVD movies are divided into the following regions.

Country or Region Movie Region

U.S.A., Canada 1 Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan 2 Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea (South) 3 Latin America, Australia, New Zealand 4 Former U.S.S.R., parts of Africa, India 5 People's Republic of China 6

The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 DVD allows you to play DVD movies of a selected region. You can set the region code of your DVD player a maximum of five times.

To start playing a DVD movie, do as follows:

Note: The first time you run the Mediamatics** DVD Player, you

need to set the region code. Make sure you insert a DVD that corresponds to the region code that you will set.

1. Push the DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the DVD-ROM tray.

2. Fit your DVD on the center pivot. Firmly press the DVD

down until you hear it click into place.

3. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. The DVD Player appears.

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Volume

Help

Open

Eject

Options

Rewind

Stop

Play

Pause

Fast forward

Mute

Controls

Note: You can also start the player as follows:

 Press the Media Center play/pause button.  Click Start. Move the cursor to Programs,

Mediamatics DVDExpress; then click Mediamatics DVD Player.

4. Select the region code of the DVD movie you inserted, and click

OK. The following window appears.

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5. Verify the setting and click on OK.

Note: You have now set the region code for the first time. You

6. The DVD movie begins playing.

Note: You can use the Media Center control panel to control the

Attention: You can set the region code of your DVD player a

maximum of five times. The fifth time you set the region is permanent.

can change the region code four more times after this.

playback of DVD movies.

To change the region code of your DVD player:

1. Insert a DVD movie with a different region code (from the last time you set). The following dialog box appears.

2. Click Yes to change the region code. The following dialog box appears.

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3. Select the region code of the DVD movie you inserted, and click

OK. The following dialog box appears.

4. Click Yes to confirm.

Click the Help button for more information on how to use the DVD movie playback software.

To check how many times your DVD player's region code has been set:

1. Start the DVD player.

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2. Click the DVD Options button.

3. Click the DVD Region tab. The following dialog box appears:

ThinkPad Utility Programs

Your ThinkPad computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration:

 BIOS Utility

 Notebook Manager program  Sleep Manager program  Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility

This section summarizes these utility programs.

BIOS Utility

Your computer provides a BIOS Utility which allows you to select various setup parameters:

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 System Information: View information about the computer.  Basic System Settings: Set date and time.  Startup Configuration: Set startup options.  Onboard Devices Configuration: Set device resource settings.  System Security: Set a password.  Load Default Settings: Load the default settings for all parame-

ters.

To start the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows:

1. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and remove any

CD from the CD-ROM drive; then turn off the computer.

2. Turn on the computer.

3. As the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, a message appears

"Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility"; press F1. The BIOS Utility menu appears:

BIOS Utility

System Information

Basic System Settings

Startup Configuration

Onboard DevicesConfiguration

System Security

Load DefaultSettings

↑↓ ↵= Movehighlight bar, = Select, Esc = Exit

4. Move to an item you want to change using the up/down arrow

keys, and press Enter. A submenu is displayed.

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5. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, use the left/right arrow keys.

6. Press Esc to exit from the submenu.

7. Press Esc from the main menu and press Enter to save your changes and exit from the BIOS Setup Utility menu.

Your computer restarts.

Note: If you would like to discard your changes, select No and

press Enter.

System Information:

Selecting the System Information item and pressing Enter displays the following "System Information" submenu.

System Information Page 1/1

CPU Type &Speed ---------------------Diskette DriveA --------------------------System with -------------------------------Hard Disk Drive --------------------------HDD Serial Number --------------------System BIOS Version ------------------VGA BIOS Version-----------------------

Esc = Exit

Celeron 400 MHz

1.44MB 3.5-inch CD-ROM 6194 MB HR0HRLH1686 V3.0 R01-A0H ATI MACH64 SDRAM BIOS 4.213T

The "System Information" submenu includes the following:

 CPU Type and Speed shows the type and speed (in Megahertz)

of the processor.

 Diskette Drive A shows information on the diskette drive.  System with shows information on the internal high-capacity

media drive.

 Hard Disk Drive shows the capacity of the hard disk drive.

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 HDD Serial Number shows the serial number of the hard disk

drive.

 System BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the computer.  VGA BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the computer's

video.

Basic System Settings:

Selecting the Basic System Settings item and pressing Enter displays the following "Basic System Settings" submenu.

Basic System Settings Page 1/1

Date ----------------------------------------------Time -----------------------------------------------

↑↓ ←→= Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help

[Mon May 31, 1999] [09:52:00]

The "Basic System Settings" submenu includes the following:

 Date sets the system date.  Time sets the system time.

Note: You can also set the current date and time in Windows 98.

Startup Configuration:

Selecting the Startup Configuration item and pressing Enter displays the following "Startup Configuration" submenu.

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Startup Configuration Page 1/1

Boot Display ---------------------------------------------------Screen Expansion --------------------------------------------USB Function Support --------------------------------------Hotkey Beep ----------------------------------------------------

Fast Boot -------------------------------------------------------Boot Drive Sequence:

1st.-------------------------------------------------------2nd.------------------------------------------------------3rd.--------------------------------------------------------

↑↓ ←→= Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help

[ Auto ] [Enabled ] [Enabled ] [Enabled ]

[Enabled ]

[Floppy Disk] [CD-ROM] [Hard Disk]

This submenu is used to set startup options and change the startup sequence of the drives in your computer. It includes the following:

 Boot Display sets the display output device on start up.  Screen Expansion expands or shrinks the screen on your com-

puter.

 USB Function Support enables or disables the USB function on

your computer.

 Hotkey Beep enables or disables beeps when an Fn key func-

tion is pressed.

 Fast Boot enables or disables Fast Boot feature on your com-

puter. Fast Boot allows your computer to start up and resume faster.

When enabled, the BIOS communicates with the Windows 98 operating system with ACPI about Plug-and-Play resources settings and information about previous start ups.

 Boot Drive Sequence (1st, 2nd and 3rd) specifies the start up

sequence of local drives.

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Onboard Devices Configuration:

Selecting the Onboard Devices Configuration item and pressing Enter displays the following "Onboard Devices Configuration" submenu.

Onboard Devices Configuration Page 1/1

Serial Port -------------------------------------------------------

Base Address -------------------------------------------IRQ ---------------------------------------------------------

Parallel Port -----------------------------------------------------

Base Address -------------------------------------------IRQ --------------------------------------------------------Operation Mode ----------------------------------------ECP DMA Channel -------------------------------------

↑↓ ←→= Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help

[Enabled ] [3F8h] [4 ]

[Enabled ] [3BCh] [7 ] [Bi-directional] [-]

Note: You do not need to change the settings in the screen because

the default settings are already optimized for you. Changing the values may cause device conflicts.

The "Onboard Devices Configuration" submenu includes the following:

 Serial Port section enables and sets the resources values for

the serial port.

 Parallel Port section enables and sets the resource values for

the parallel port.

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System Security:

Selecting the System Security item and

pressing Enter displays the following "System Security" submenu.

System Security Page 1/1

Setup Password ----------------------------------------------Power-onPassword -----------------------------------------Hard Disk Password------------------------------------------

= Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help

[ None ] [ None ] [ None ]

This submenu is used to set the power-on password, setup password, and hard disk password. Refer to “Using Passwords” on page 76 for details.

Load Default Settings:

Selecting this item displays the following

dialog box.

Do you want to load default settings?

[Yes] [No]

To load factory-default settings for all the parameters in the BIOS Utility, select Yes and press Enter. Otherwise, select No and press

Enter.

CAUTION:

Selecting Yes will erase all your changes.

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Notebook Manager

The Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of drives and power management settings. It also shows the current hardware configuration.

Note: Display-related Fn key functions are disabled when you

access the Notebook Manager.

To start the Notebook Manager program, do as follows:

1. Click Start.

2. Move the cursor to Programs, Notebook Manager; then click Notebook Manager.

The Notebook Manager program consists of five pages:  Information Viewer  POST  Boot Sequence  Password  Display Device

Note: Making changes to most settings in Notebook Manager take

effect the next time the computer restarts. If you make changes in the Power Management and Display Device pages, these take effect immediately.

Information Viewer Page:

marizes and lists information about the specifications and settings of the different components of your computer.

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The Information Viewer page sum-

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Note: The values and settings in the window above may differ from

the ones on your computer.

Click the Help button to learn more about these system components.

POST Page

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The POST page displays the following items:



Enable Fast Boot.

your computer. Fast Boot allows your computer to start up and resume faster.

When enabled, the BIOS communicates with the Windows 98 operating system with ACPI about Plug-and-Play resources settings and information about previous start ups.



Enable hotkey beep.

beeps when an Fn key function is pressed.

enables or disables the Fast Boot feature on

When enabled, the computer gives off

Boot Sequence Page:

specify the startup sequence of the drives in your computer.

The Boot Sequence page allows you to set the startup sequence of the drives in your computer by simply dragging and dropping the drives in the list window. Click the Help button to learn more about these startup sequence settings.

In the Boot Sequence page, you can

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Password Page:

delete the password(s) for your computer.

The Password page displays the following items:



Power-On Password.

thorized access to your computer at startup and when the computer resumes from hibernation mode.

In the Password page, you can set, modify, or

The Power-On Password prevents unau-



Setup Password.

access to the BIOS Utility and Notebook Manager.

For more information on passwords, see “Protecting Your Computer” on page 75.

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Display Device Page:

options related to your display and attached external display devices.

The Display Device page displays the following items:



Boot Display Device.



Switching Display Device.

Notes:

In the Display Device page, you can set

Sets the default display device on startup.

Sets the current display device.

1. You can also press Fn+F7 to switch between display devices.

2. Make sure an external monitor is connected before External Monitor is selected.



Brightness for LCD Panel.

puter LCD.

Note: A contrast slider is available for HPA models.

Sets the brightness level for the com-

Sleep Manager

The Sleep Manager program works with your computer's BIOS and Windows ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) to manage the hibernation operation on your computer. In hibernation mode, the computer shuts off after saving the current state of your

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computer into your hard disk drive. The next time you power on your computer, it resumes from where you left off.

Its functions include:

 creating the hibernation file where Sleep Manager saves the

current state of the computer

 verifying if the hibernation file is valid, and automatically re-

creates and adjusts the file if necessary

 saving and loading the contents of the hibernation file when

entering into and resuming from hibernation mode

To open the Sleep Manager program, locate the Sleep Manager icon on the taskbar an double-click on it.

Note: You can also access Sleep Manager as follows:

1. Click Start.

2. Move the cursor to Programs, Sleep Manager; then click Sleep Manager.

The following window appears:

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Note: The computer automatically loads Sleep Manager everytime

you start Windows 98. When Sleep Manager is active, it takes care of the hibernation file management chores in the background. Do not close this application or the computer may not enter hibernation mode properly.

Click the Help button to learn more about the Sleep Manager program.

Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility

The Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility program enables you to start programs or launch Web sites by pressing one of four customizable keys found to the left of the power switch.

To start the Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility, double-click on the Easy Launch buttons icon on the taskbar.

Note: You can also run the Easy Launch buttons Customization

Utility as follows:

1. Press Fn+F1.

2. Click the Easy Launch buttons Utility button in the

Control at a glance window.

1. Open the Control Panel. (Click Start, Settings, Control

Panel.)

2. Double-click the IBM Easy Launch buttons icon.

The following window appears:

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This window shows the current assignments of the Easy Launch buttons.

Note: The window includes instructions on how to use the Easy

Launch buttons Customization Utility.

Easy Launch Buttons Options:

button in the Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility window, the options window shows the following items:

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When you click the Options

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 On Screen Display. When enabled, the title of an application or

a Web site is drawn on the desktop. You can customize the color and font.

Note: This feature is available for Easy Launch buttons, Fn+F1,

Fn+F2, and Media Center buttons.

 Sound. When a wave file is defined as the event for an Easy

Launch button in Sound Properties, the utility plays the wave file.

Note: This feature is available for Easy Launch buttons, Fn+F1,

Fn+F2, and Media Center buttons.

 Show icon on taskbar. When enabled, the Easy Launch

buttons icon appears on the taskbar.

Customizing the Easy Launch Buttons:

To customize the

Easy Launch buttons:

1. Start the Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility.

2. Click the Setting>> button for the key you want to customize. The following window appears:

3. Mark the button beside Web Site or Launch an Application; then click Next>.

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If you mark Web Site, the following window appears:

If you mark Launch an Application, the following window appears:

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4. Select a Web site or an application you want to assign to the button; then click Set.

The main window of Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility reopens.

5. Click Finish to complete the customization.

Online User's Guide

Your ThinkPad computer features an online user's guide, so that you will always have key information at your fingertips even if you are traveling. It contains the following information:

 Using your computer outside your home country  Using the audio, modem and DVD features  Using your computer with a battery pack  Using your computer with a PC Card  Resolving system resource conflicts  Solving computer problems

 Installing software

 Handling the ThinkPad

 Getting service To start the online user's guide, click Start, move the cursor to Pro-

grams and ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500; then click ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Guide.

The Online User's Guide appears. Go to the section you want, and make a printout if necessary.

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Reinstalling Software

ThinkPad Software Selections CD

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

Note: These features are for Windows 98. You can also get the

latest hardware device drivers from the ThinkPad Web site (see “ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board”).

 The ThinkPad Software Selections CD  The Recovery CD  ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board

For more information about recovering lost or damaged software, see “Recovering Lost or Damaged Software” on page 112.

You can customize your system using this CD. It contains all the software applications and hardware device drivers for your computer in the Windows 98 environment. It features the ThinkPad Software Selections program. (To use the ThinkPad Software Selections CD, see the

Online User's Guide

Recovery CD

If you accidentally erase your hard disk, you can use the Recovery CD to restore the contents of the preinstalled hard disk to what it was at the time of purchase. To use the Recovery CD, see “Using the Recovery CD” on page 113.

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board

IBM supplies all of the latest hardware device drivers and system BIOS for your computer on the ThinkPad Web site:

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

You can also use the IBM bulletin board service. For more information about electronic service and support, see

“Getting Service” on page 115.

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Replacing the Battery Pack

To replace the battery pack, do as follows:

1. Power off your computer.

2. Disconnect the AC Adapter and cables.

3. Close the LCD and turn the computer over.

4. Slide and hold the battery pack latch to the unlocked position (1); then remove the battery pack (2).

Replacing the Battery Pack

5. To install the new battery pack, insert it into the battery bay. The battery-pack latch automatically snaps into place.

You have finished replacing the battery pack.

Note: You can replace the battery pack when the computer is in

hibernation mode or when it is powered off. If you are using a PC Card, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. If this happens power off the computer.

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Handling Your ThinkPad Computer

ThinkPad Don'ts

ThinkPad computers are designed and tested to be durable and function reliably in normal environments. Using common sense and following these tips will help get you many years of comfortable and productive use from your computer.

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

 Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap

or any part of your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. You computer dissipates some heat during normal operation. Extended contact to the skin could cause discomfort or, eventually, a skin burn.

 Do not subject your computer to physical punishment, such as

dropping or bumping.

 Do not place heavy objects on your computer.  Do not spill or allow liquids into your computer.  Do not use your computer in or near water (to avoid the danger

of electrical shock).

 Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.

The compression might cause internal damage.

 Do not disassemble your computer. Only an authorized IBM

ThinkPad repair person should disassemble and repair your computer.

 Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the surface of your computer

display.

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 Do not place any objects between the display and keyboard or

under the keyboard.

 Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display. When

picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom (keyboard) half.

 Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or

closed.

 Do no turn your computer over while the AC Adapter is plugged

in. This could break the adapter plug.

 Do not use or store your computer where the temperature is

below 5° C or above 35°C (41°F and 95°F).

 Do not place your computer closer than 13 cm (5 in.) from any

electrical appliance that generates a strong magnetic field, such as a motor, magnet, TV, refrigerator, or large audio speakers.

 Do not hard-mount your computer in a vehicle or anywhere that it

is subject to strong vibration. See the section on ruggedized mobile computers for information on a more appropriate model for demanding applications.

 Do not insert a diskette at an angle. Not inserting the diskette

straight into the drive can damage the drive.

 Do not place more than one label on a diskette. Multiple or loose

labels can detach or tear and then lodge in the drive.

 Do not touch the lens on the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray. You

should hold the compact disc by the edges and not touch its surface.

 Do not connect a PBX (private branch exchange) or other digital

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

 Do not place an active cellular phone on the computer.

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ThinkPad Do's

Carrying Your Computer

Choose a quality carrying case that will provide excellent protection for your computing investment. Treat your computer like a precision piece of electronic machinery.

Register your ThinkPad products with IBM. This can help authorities return your computer to you if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables IBM to notify you about possible upgrades.

Retain and store packing materials safely out of reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags.

Check the IBM Web pages at http://www.pc.ibm.com/support periodically to get current information about your computer.

When carrying your computer, follow these instructions to prevent possible damage to your computer and data:

1. Remove any media from the diskette drive or CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive.

2. Turn off all attached devices.

3. Turn off the computer and close the LCD.

4. Unplug all external cables and cords connected to your computer.

5. Make sure all computer doors and covers are closed.

6. Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection.

Cleaning Your Computer

You should occasionally clean your computer as follows:

 Use a soft cloth moistened with non-alkaline detergent to wipe

the exterior of the computer.

 Don't spray cleaner directly on the display or keyboard.  Gently wipe the LCD with a dry, soft cloth.

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Extending Your Battery Life

The amount of battery power consumed by your computer depends on such conditions as the usage frequency, the operating temperature, and the period in storage (if unused). The following tips can help you to extend the life of your battery:

 If your battery is brand new and you are charging it for the first

time, it might not become fully charged due to the characteristics of the chemicals in the cell. To maximize performance, ensure that all chemicals in the battery are fully activated by cycling the battery (fully charge, then fully discharge) three times. This procedure is also recommended if you stored the battery for a few months.

 Do not charge the battery pack until all of its power is used.

Recharging a battery pack that is not completely discharged can shorten battery life.

 Once you start charging the battery pack, do not use it until it is

fully charged.

 Whenever possible, use the ThinkPad battery power-saving

modes:

– standby: The LCD and the hard disk drive are turned off. – hibernation: All tasks are stopped. The memory data and the

current status of the computer are stored in the hard disk drive; then the power is turned off.

 Decrease the LCD brightness.  Stop the power supply to a serial device if it is not in use.  Remove the battery pack and keep it in a cool place if you will

not be using the computer for a long period.

Ruggedized Mobile Computers

Some professionals work in environments that may require special ruggedized features to protect their computers from extreme temperature, humidity, and physical punishment. Construction, public service, distribution, service repair, and utilities are some of the environmentally demanding professions that may require rugged mobile computers that can withstand stresses. For these applications, IBM offers such computers (not Thinkpad Systems), especially designed

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For More Information

for mobile professionals who need a system for managing and communicating information from the field. For more information on these computers, consult your IBM Business Partner or visit our website at www.networking.ibm.com/wireless.

For information via the World Wide Web

For product and dealer location information

To access the IBM PC Company Bulletin Board

For product information sent directly to your fax machine

IBM PC Product Guide Directory (to specific product sections)

IBM ThinkPad Information Directory

http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/thinkpad www.networking.ibm.com/wireless 1 800 426-2968

1 919 517-0001

1 800 IBM-3395 (1 800 426-3395) Select FaxDoc #12745

Select FaxDoc #11078

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Extending the Features of Your Computer

This chapter provides information on how to customize and extend the ThinkPad computer's features. You can use the ThinkPad computer with external devices and increase the memory.

Customizing the TrackPoint ..................... 50

Using the Press-to-Select Window ............... 51

Using the Sensitivity Window .................. 52

Using the Scrolling Window ................... 53

Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard ....... 59

Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad ...... 59

Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse .......... 61

Disabling the TrackPoint ..................... 62

Attaching an External Monitor ................... 63

Display Output Location ..................... 64

Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Using the Dual Display Function ................ 67

Disabling Dual Display .................... 68

Considerations When Using Dual Display ......... 68

Attaching a Television to Your Computer (select models only) . 69

Attaching a Printer .......................... 71

Inserting a PC Card ......................... 72

Removing the PC Card ...................... 73

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Customizing the TrackPoint

You can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following:

1. Click on Start.

2. Move the cursor to Settings, then click on Control Panel.

3. Double-click on TrackPoint. The "TrackPoint Properties" window appears. You can set the following features in this window:  Press-to-Select  Sensitivity

 Scrolling or Magnifying Glass

Note: To use the TrackPoint functions, you must disconnect

You can set the features by going to pages corresponding to the tabs.

any PS/2 mouse and enable the TrackPoint.

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Customizing the TrackPoint

Using the Press-to-Select Window

Note: To use the Press-to-Select function, you must disconnect any

PS/2 mouse and enable the TrackPoint.

If you enable Press-to-Select by putting a check mark in the Enable Press-to-Select box, you can make the TrackPoint stick function the same as the left or right click button on the keyboard.

 Click one of the Press means radio buttons to select which

button the stick will simulate: either the left or the right button. For example, if you select Left Click, you can start a program with the TrackPoint by putting the pointer on the program's icon and applying light pressure on the stick.

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

Note: If you set the pace too slow, you might notice unintended

clicks, a pointer delay, or a dragging delay. However, if you set the pace too fast, you might find Press-to-Select hard to use.

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Customizing the TrackPoint

Using the Sensitivity Window

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

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Customizing the TrackPoint

Using the Scrolling Window

Note: To use the scrolling and magnifying glass functions, you must

disconnect any PS/2 mouse and enable the TrackPoint.

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

 Choose Scrolling or Magnifying Glass Function Select one

of the following radio buttons: – Scrolling

This function enables you to navigate easily through long documents or large spreadsheets with a press of a button. To scroll, press the Internet Scroll Bar and then use the TrackPoint instead of the scroll bars in any program.

– Magnifying Glass

This function enables you to enlarge a movable area of your display. You can click on objects "through" the magnifying glass. The right button changes the size of the magnifying glass, and left button changes its magnifying power. Move

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Customizing the TrackPoint

the magnified area the same way as you use the scrolling function; in other words, press the Internet Scroll Bar and then use the TrackPoint to move the magnified area.

– Neither

This function disables the scrolling and magnifying glass functions.

 Choose Scrolling Method:

– Press Center Button, then use TrackPoint

Holding down the Internet Scroll Bar on the keyboard allows the TrackPoint to control the scrolling or the magnifying glass. The TrackPoint operates normally (controls the mouse cursor) when the Internet Scroll Bar is not pressed.

Note: The Use External Mouse and the Use TrackPoint radio

buttons are not supported.

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Customizing the TrackPoint

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

Different capacities of DIMM are available. You can install DIMMs directly in the memory slots on the bottom of the computer. Your computer memory capacity can be expanded up to 256 MB (two 128 MB DIMM options).

Note: Base memory (32 MB or 64 MB) occupies one DIMM slot.

Attention: The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer supports the

static dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) card only. It does not support the enhanced data output dynamic random access memory (EDO DRAM) card. If you install a DIMM that is not supported by your computer, an error code might appear when the system starts. The appropriate memory option can be purchased through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.

To install the DIMM, do the following:

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

cables from the computer.

2. Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then remove the

battery pack.

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

cover.

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Increasing Memory

4. Install the DIMM into the memory slot.

Note: To avoid damaging the DIMM, do not touch its contact

edge. a. Find the notch on the side of the DIMM. b. With the notched end of the DIMM toward the right side of

the socket, insert the DIMM, at an angle or approximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly (1).

c. Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place (2).

If you want to install two DIMMs, repeat these steps.

5. Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot, aligning the back side of the cover first as shown; then tighten the screws.

6. Replace the battery pack.

7. Turn the computer over again, power on the computer.

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8. Confirm that the new memory size is detected:

a. While the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, wait for the

BIOS Utility prompt before pressing F1. b. Select Startup Configuration and press Enter. c. Disable Fast Boot. d. Save the changes and exit the BIOS Utility. e. Verify the memory value (shown near the top left corner of

the screen) when the computer restarts.

Note: After you have verified the memory value, shutdown

and restart the computer. Enter the BIOS Utility to enable Fast Boot.

9. You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.

Notes:

1. If the total memory size is not the same as the value you calculated, power off the computer and see pages 57 and 55 to reinstall the DIMM.

2. If you changed the memory installed in the computer, Sleep Manager automatically updates the hibernation file (see “Sleep Manager” on page 35).

How to Calculate Total Memory Size

Calculate your total memory size in kilobytes (KB) by adding the DIMM memory size to the base memory size (32384 KB for a computer with 32 MB base memory).

Note: 384 KB is reserved by the system.

For example, if you installed a 32MB DIMM to a computer with 32 MB base memory, you should have about 64 MB.

Your computer displays the memory size in kilobytes. For example, 640 KB (system memory) + 64512 (extended memory) = 65152 KB.

Removing a DIMM

If you need to remove a DIMM, follow these steps:

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Increasing Memory

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

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

3. Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover.

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

5. Remove the DIMM. Be sure to save the DIMM for future use.

6. Replace the memory slot cover; then tighten the screws.

7. Replace the battery pack.

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

Note: Base memory (32 MB or 64 MB) occupies one DIMM slot.

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Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard

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

Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad

You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector ( ) on the rear of the computer.

Mouse External keypad

If you want to attach the mouse, attach it directly to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector as shown:

The TrackPoint is disabled automatically. You can use an external serial or USB mouse simultaneously with

the TrackPoint.

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Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard

Note: If you have not installed the serial mouse device driver before,

do as follows after attaching the serial mouse:

1. Click Start.

2. Move the cursor to Settings, then click Control Panel.

3. Double-click Add New Hardware to search for and install the serial mouse driver.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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

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

the keypad.

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Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse

Mouse External keyboard

You can connect an external keyboard to your computer either directly through the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector or through the keyboard/mouse cable (available separately as an option).

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

 Numeric keypad on the computer keyboard  External numeric keypad

Instead, use the numeric keypad on the external keyboard. To attach the external keyboard, turn off the computer, attach the

keyboard to the keyboard connector of the keyboard/mouse cable (1), and then attach the keyboard/mouse cable to the computer (2).

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

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Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard

Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard

When using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard, the device driver supplied with the Space Saver Keyboard. The TrackPoint on the ThinkPad is disabled when you use the Space Saver Keyboard.

Disabling the TrackPoint

Attaching a PS/2 mouse automatically disables the TrackPoint. You can use a serial or USB mouse simultaneously with the TrackPoint. If you wish, you can choose to disable the TrackPoint.

To disable the TrackPoint:

Note: Before you disable the TrackPoint, make sure you connect

and enable an external mouse.

1. Click Start, move the cursor to Settings, then click Control Panel.

2. Double-click System.

3. Click the Device Manager tab.

4. Double-click Mouse.

5. Double-click PS/2 TrackPoint.

6. Put a checkmark before Disable in this hardware profile.

do not

install

7. Click OK.

Note: To enable the TrackPoint, remove the checkmark before

Disable in this hardware profile.

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Attaching an External Monitor

This section provides information about using the computer LCD and an external monitor. It also provides things to consider when using DOS applications.

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

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

To attach an external monitor, do the following:

1. Connect the external monitor to the external-monitor connector (

Attaching an External Monitor

) at the rear of the computer; then connect the monitor to

an electrical outlet.

2. Turn on the monitor.

3. Press Fn+F7.

Note: You can also change the display output location as

follows:

a. Start the Notebook Manager program. (See “Notebook

Manager” on page 31.) b. Click the Display Device tab. c. Change the display output location by clicking the

Both or External monitor radio button in the

"Switching display device" section.

d. Click OK.

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Attaching an External Monitor

Notes:

1. If you select Both, do not attach an external monitor that supports only VGA mode (640x480 resolution). Otherwise, the external monitor is scrambled and output is not displayed, or the screen might be damaged. Use External monitor instead.

2. Set your monitor type and display device driver as follows: If you are attaching an SVGA monitor, refer “Display Modes” on

page 66 for information on the supported color depth or resolution.

a. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel.

b. Double-click Display.

c. Double-click the Settings tab. d. Click the Advanced... button. e. Click the Monitor tab.

f. Click the Change... button.

You can select your monitor type from the monitor list, or click on a new resolution or refresh rates.

Note: Refer to the specifications for your external monitor to

3. Restart the computer to make the changes effective.

Display Output Location

Attention: Do not change the display output location while a moving

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

You can change the display output location with the Notebook Manager program. Select one of the following display output locations:

 LCD Panel Only: The computer output is displayed only on the

LCD of the computer.

 External monitor: The computer output is display only on the

attached external monitor.

determine its supported resolutions and refresh rates.

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Attaching an External Monitor

If no external monitor is attached to the computer and the display output location is set to External Display, the output is displayed on the LCD.

 Both: The computer output is displayed on both the LCD and the

external monitor.

You can also change the display output location using the Fn key function. Press and hold the Fn key; then press the F7 key. The output is displayed sequentially as follows:

Important

Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in hibernation mode. If no external monitor is attached when the computer resumes, the LCD remains blank and output is not displayed. This restriction does not depend on the resolution value.

The DOS Screen Image on the LCD

If you use a DOS application that supports only VGA mode (640x480 resolution) with your computer, the screen image might appear smaller than the display size, as shown:

This is to maintain compatibility with DOS applications. To expand the screen image to the same size as the actual screen, you can use the screen expansion function.

 You can expand the screen image in DOS mode by enabling

Screen Expansion in the Startup Configuration menu of the BIOS Utility. (See “Startup Configuration” on page 27.)

 The screen image in Windows 98 can be expanded by following

these steps:

1. Click Start.

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Attaching an External Monitor

Display Modes

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

3. Double-click Display.

4. Click the Settings tab.

5. Click the Advanced... button.

6. Click the Displays tab.

7. Click the Panel button.

8. Click Scale image to panel size, so that it is checked.

9. Click OK.

However, the image might look slightly distorted.

The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer has an LCD that supports an XGA (1024x768 resolution) video mode or an SVGA (800x600 resolution) video mode. The following table shows the various display modes (resolution and color depth) available with your computer or external monitor. Use this table to set the display output (LCD Panel Only, External monitor or Both).

Note: When installing an operating system, you must install the

display driver supplied with the computer to use SVGA mode.

 Display output on the LCD, or both on the LCD and external

monitor (LCD Panel Only or Both).

Note: When using the Both setting, the external monitor must

use the LCD resolution and refresh settings regardless of what resolution the LCD is set to display.

Resolution Supported Color Depth

640x480 (VGA) 256, 65,536, and 16,777,216 800x600 (SVGA) 256, 65,536, and 16,777,216 1024x768 (XGA) (available only for 14.1-inch

models)

256, 65,536, and 16,777,216

 Display output only on the external monitor (External monitor).

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Supported Color

Resolution

640x480 (VGA)

800x600 (SVGA)

1024x768 (XGA)

1280x1024 256 60 Hz, or 75 Hz

Notes:

Depth Frame Rate

256 65,536 16,777,216 256 65,536 16,777,216 256 65,536 16,777,216

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

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

1. The resolution and color depth you can set depends on your external monitor.

2. If you are using an old external monitor, the resolution and color depth might be limited.

Note:

Using the Dual Display Function

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

To enable dual display, do as follows:

1. Attach the computer to an external monitor (CRT).

2. Click Start.

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

4. Double-click Display.

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Multiple Display Support

dual display

in the

Attaching an External Monitor

Disabling Dual Display

5. Click the Settings tab.

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

7. Click Yes to enable monitor 2 (if disabled).

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

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

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

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

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

Note: You can set the monitors in any relative position, but the icons

must touch each other.

1. Click Start.

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

3. Double-click Display.

4. Click the Settings tab.

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

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

The secondary display (monitor 2) is disabled.

Considerations When Using Dual Display

 You can select up to 64K colors for your secondary display.  You can select a resolution up to 1024x768 for your secondary

display.

 If you want to show DOS full screen, the secondary display shuts

off. When you exit from the DOS full screen mode, the secondary display returns.

 You cannot use the Fn+F7 (display switching) function when you

are in dual display mode.

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Attaching a Television to Your Computer (select models only)

You can attach a television (NTSC or PAL) to your computer and display the computer screen on it. To display the computer screen on television, do the following:

1. Turn off the computer and television.

2. Connect an S-video in-out cable (1) to the TV-out jack (2); then

connect your television.

S-video in

To headphone jack of the computer

Audio-in left

Audio-in right

3. Set the external display device.

a. Click Start.

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

c. Double-click Display.

d. Click the Settings tab.

e. Click Advanced....

f. Click Displays. g. Select TV.

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Attaching a Printer

Notes:

1. The S-video in-out cable (1) and audio in-out cable are not supplied with your computer; you must purchase them.

2. If your video equipment has only one audio-input connector, use the left-audio connector of the audio cable.

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Attaching a Printer

Any parallel printer with the standard Centronics** interface can be attached to the 25–pin, parallel connector at the rear of the computer.

1. Attach the printer as shown.

2. Turn on the printer.

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Inserting a PC Card

This section describes how to prepare to use a PC Card.

Your computer has one PC Card slot and supports the following types of cards:

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

 CardBus

 Zoomed Video (ZV)

To install a PC Card in your computer, do the following:

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

2. Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot.

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PC Card slot

3. Press the PC Card firmly into the connector.

A window appears and informs you about the new card.

Note: If you have installed the PC Card driver, Windows 98

starts "PCMCIA Card Services Wizard" to install it. Follow the instructions on the screen.

You have completed setting up the PC Card, and you can now use it. For more information on how to use the PC Card software, refer to Windows help.

Removing the PC Card

Before removing a PC Card, system might freeze or data might be corrupted or lost.

1. Stop the card.

To stop the PC Card, find the PC Card icon on the right side of the taskbar; then click the icon and click Stop. For more information, see the

Online User's Guide

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

press it again until the PC Card pops out.

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

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you must stop it

. Otherwise, the

Inserting a PC Card

Eject button

For more information for using a PC Card, see the

Guide

Online User's

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Protecting Your Computer

This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft or unauthorized use.

Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Setting a Password ........................ 77

Entering a Password ....................... 79

Removing and Changing a Password ............. 80

Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Using Passwords

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

 Power-on password

Set the power-on password to protect your computer from use by another person. It provides the following security features:

– You need to type the power-on password at startup. – You need to type the power-on password when resuming

from hibernation mode.

Therefore, unauthorized users cannot use your computer.

 Setup password

Set the setup password to prevent unauthorized changes to your computer's configuration. It provides the following security features:

– You need to type the setup password to access the BIOS

Utility.

– You need to type the setup password to access the Note-

book Manager in Windows 98.

– You need to type the setup password before you can flash

(update) the BIOS.

Therefore, unauthorized users cannot make changes to your computer's configuration.

 Hard disk password

The hard disk password provides an extra measure of security. Even if you set a power-on password, another user can remove the hard disk drive in your computer and put it in a different computer to access your data. If you set a hard disk password, however, another person cannot access the data on your hard

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disk without knowing the password. It provides the following features:

– You need to type the hard disk password at startup. – If the hard disk drive is moved to another computer, the hard

disk password must be typed at startup. Therefore, unauthorized users cannot access your hard disk even if the drive is removed from the computer.

– The hard disk password is required when the computer

resumes from hibernation mode.

Note: If an incorrect hard disk password is entered three times,

the system halts.

 Other password

Some Microsoft operating systems provide special Windows passwords. Refer to that system's user's guide for information on how to set, change, and use these passwords.

Do Not Forget Your Password

If you forget your setup password, you have to take your computer to an IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the password reset. Proof or purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required for the service.

Attention: If you forget your hard disk password, you can no longer access the hard disk. The password cannot be reset and you will lose all data and files on the hard disk. To use the computer, you will need to replace the hard disk. This replacement will incur expenses for parts and labor.

Setting a Password

To set a password, do the following:

1. Restart the computer.

2. As the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, a message appears

"Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility"; press F1. The BIOS Utility menu appears.

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3. Select System Security and press Enter. The "System Security" submenu appears:

System Security Page 1/1

Setup Password ----------------------------------------------Power-onPassword -----------------------------------------Hard Disk Password------------------------------------------

= Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help

[ None ] [ None ] [ None ]

 Setup Password Selecting this displays a window for setting

the setup password.

 Power-On Password Selecting this displays a window for

setting the power-on password.

 Hard Disk Password Selecting this displays a window for

setting the hard disk password.

4. Select the type of password you want to set, and press the left/right arrow key. The set password box appears.

5. Type your desired password and press Enter.

Note: You can type a maximum of seven random characters

using a combination of letters (A to Z) and numbers (0 to

). Uppercase and lowercase letters (for example, A and

) are treated as the same character.

If you type a wrong character, use the Backspace key to erase it and then type the correct one.

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6. Type your password again and press Enter to verify it.

Note: Write down the password and keep it in a safe place.

Do Not Forget Your Password

Entering a Password

 Power-on Password

Once you set a power-on password, the power-on password prompt (

time you turn on your computer or when your computer returns from hibernation mode to normal operation.

Notes:

1. When both power-on and hard disk passwords are set, the computer asks for the power-on password at boot-up and resume from hibernation mode.

2. When the power-on password is set, and you want to enter the BIOS Utility, you need to press F1 immediately after correctly entering the power-on password.

 Setup Password

Once you set a setup password, the setup password prompt (

) appears at the top left corner of the screen when you

press F1 to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.

 Hard Disk Password

) appears at the top left corner of the screen each

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Once you set a hard disk password, the hard disk password prompt (

time you turn on your computer or when your computer returns from hibernation mode to normal operation.

Notes:

1. When both power-on and hard disk passwords are set, the computer asks for the power-on password at boot-up and resume from hibernation mode.

2. When the hard disk password is set, and you want to enter the BIOS Utility, you need to press F1 immediately after correctly entering the hard disk password.

To enter a password, do the following:

1. Type your password. Don't hold down a key too long, because the same character will

be entered continuously.

2. Press the Enter key.

) appears at the top left corner of the screen each

An X appears if you enter the wrong password. If you fail to enter the correct password in three tries, you must press and hold the power switch for 5 seconds to turn off the computer, wait 5 seconds, and then turn it on again and retry.

Removing and Changing a Password

To change or remove a password, do the following:

1. Restart the computer.

2. While the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, wait for the the BIOS Utility prompt to appear.

 If the power-on password or hard disk password is set, the

corresponding password prompt appears. Enter the password correctly and press Enter. Then immediately press F1 to enter the BIOS Utility.

 If the setup password is set, the setup password prompt

appears. Enter the setup password correctly and press

Enter.

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3. Select System Security and press Enter. The "System Security"

submenu appears.

4. Select the type of password you want to change or remove, and

press the left/right arrow key to remove the current password.

Note: If you want to change or remove the hard disk password,

you need to enter the hard disk password correctly.

5. To set a new password, type your desired new password and

press Enter. If you do not want to set a new password, do not type anything

in the password boxes.

6. Type your new password again and press Enter to verify it.

Note: Write down the password and keep it in a safe place.

Note: You can also set, remove and change the power-on and setup

passwords using the Notebook Manager program. See “Notebook Manager” on page 31.

Do Not Forget Your Password

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Using Locks

You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help to prevent it from being removed without your permission.

Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole on the rear side of the computer; then secure the chain on the lock to a secure stationary object.

Note: Please evaluate, select, and implement the locking devices

and security features you choose to use. IBM makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of locking devices and security features.

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Solving Computer Problems

Frequently Asked Questions .................... 84

Hints, Tips and Considerations ................... 89

Playing DVD Movies ....................... 89

USB Connector Considerations ................. 89

Using an External Condenser Microphone ........... 89

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Error Codes or Messages .................... 92

No Error Codes or Messages .................. 94

Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Standby or Hibernation Problems ................ 97

LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Indicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Problems ................ 101

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problems ............. 103

Modem Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

PC Card Problems ........................ 105

Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

External Monitor Problems .................... 107

Other Option Problems ...................... 109

Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Recovering Lost or Damaged Software .............. 112

Using the PC-Doctor Program .................. 112

Using the ThinkPad Software Selections CD ......... 112

Using the Recovery CD ..................... 113

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board .............. 114

IBM THINKPAD 1400, THINKPAD 1500 Users Reference

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Functional Highlights

About This Book

Safety Information

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

Identifying the Hardware Features

Front View of the Computer

Rear View of the Computer

Bottom View of the Computer

System Status Indicators

Distinctive Functions of Your Computer

Keyboard Functions

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive

ThinkPad Utility Programs

Online User's Guide

Reinstalling Software

ThinkPad Software Selections CD

Recovery CD

ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board

Replacing the Battery Pack

Service Hints & Tips

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer

ThinkPad Don'ts

ThinkPad Do's

Carrying Your Computer

Cleaning Your Computer

Extending Your Battery Life

Ruggedized Mobile Computers

For More Information

Extending the Features of Your Computer

Customizing the TrackPoint

Using the Press-to-Select Window

Using the Sensitivity Window

Using the Scrolling Window

Increasing Memory

Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard

Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad

Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse

Disabling the TrackPoint

Attaching an External Monitor

Display Output Location

Display Modes

Using the Dual Display Function

Attaching a Television to Your Computer (select models only)

Attaching a Printer

Inserting a PC Card

Removing the PC Card

Protecting Your Computer

Using Passwords

Setting a Password

Entering a Password

Removing and Changing a Password

Using Locks

Solving Computer Problems