IBM ThinkPad 310E, ThinkPad 310ED User Manual
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First Edition (August 1997)
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Thank You for Selecting
an IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED Computer
The IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer
is designed to be convenient for
your mobile computing needs.
We hope you enjoy its fast processing power,
brilliant and colorful DSTN or TFT LCD display,
and multimedia capabilities.
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Distinctive System Features
Note:
Not all models support all the
features shown here.
The following are the distinctive system features of the IBM ThinkPad
310E or 310ED computer:
Pentium Processor and PCI Bus.
The fast Intel** Pentium** processor with MMX** technology and PCI bus combine to give your
computer optimal speed and performance.
EDO Memory.
The built-in extended data out (EDO) memory chip enhances performance with fast memory access.
PCMCIA** Support:
The computer provides two Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA)
slots. PCMCIA software also is provided so that you can use PC Cards more easily and conveniently.
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Notebook Manager:
The Notebook Manager program allows you to set various parameters by using a graphical user
interface.
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BIOS Utility:
The built-in BIOS Utility let you configure hardware settings for your computer.
Security:
The computer provides security passwords for the computer. Locking capability is provided for the
computer. Personalization is also provided to make it easy to identify your computer.
Customer Support and Service:
Comprehensive service and support packages for your IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer are
available in most countries.
SVGA Color LCD:
The DSTN (dual-scan super-twisted nematic) display models offer 256 colors at 800-by-600 SVGA
resolution. The TFT (thin-film transistor) display models offer 65,536 colors at 800-by-600 resolution.
Audio Features:
The system-integrated Yamaha** Sound Chip provides stereo business audio (8 bit to 16 bit) with
Sound Blaster** Pro compatibility.
Power Management:
Power Management sets the computer to different modes to save battery power when you are not
using the full power of your computer. It also provides a resume function, which quickly returns you to
where you left off.
CD-ROM Drive:
The built-in CD-ROM model affords access to large databases and multimedia applications. It can
even play your favorite music CDs.
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Fn Key Functions:
The combination of this Fn key with a function key is used to control display modes and battery powersaving modes.
TrackPoint III:
Pointing and selecting all become part of a single process with no need to lift your hands from the
keyboard with the TrackPoint III.
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About This Book
Note:
The illustrations in this book may be
slightly different from your computer.
Be sure to read Chapter 1 and
Chapter 2 before using the computer.
Read the following chapters
whenever you need to.
This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM
310E
ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer (hereafter called the
310ED
Chapter 1, “Getting Started,”
, or
computer
).
provides information about how to set
,
up your computer.
Chapter 2, “Getting Familiar with Your Computer,”
acquaints you
with the basic features of your computer.
Chapter 3, “Operating Your Computer,”
provides information on
using your computer’s different features.
Chapter 4, “Using Battery Power,”
provides power management
information and describes how to operate your computer with the
battery pack.
Chapter 5, “Protecting Your Computer,”
provides information for
protecting your computer and internal devices.
Chapter 6, “Installing and Removing Options,”
describes how to
install or remove IBM options.
Chapter 7, “Installing Software,”
provides procedures for installing
operating systems and device drivers in your computer.
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Chapter 8, “Solving Computer Problems,”
describes what to do
when you have a computer problem.
Appendix A, “Avoiding Hardware Conflicts,”
lists some steps you
can take to avoid problems when you add or remove options.
Appendix B, “Advanced Information for PC Cards,”
provides
additional information when using PC Cards.
Appendix C, “BIOS Utility,”
describes how to use the BIOS utility.
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