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IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide

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Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety Information” on page viii, “Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely” on page 31, and “Notices” on page 189.

First Edition (November 1997)

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD Computer

We at IBM have developed this ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD

computer to meet

both your technical requirements and your high quality

expectations.

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Functional Highlights

High-speed processor

Large-capacity hard disk drive

Large SVGA color LCD

Welcome to the world of IBM ThinkPad computers!

This powerful, all-in-one notebook computer includes a number of advanced technologies and user-friendly functions to make your computing experience more productive and pleasurable. Several of these functions are highlighted below. For additional details and functions, refer to the respective chapters in this book.

The Intel Pentium 233 or 266 MHz (with MMX technology) processor provides high-speed data processing and advanced performance.

The large-capacity hard disk drive provides for your demanding data storage needs. Since it is user-replaceable, it can be optionally upgraded, or you may choose to have a secondary hard disk drive.

The 12.1-inch SVGA liquid crystal display (LCD) offers beautiful and clear pictures. Two models are provided, a TFT (thin-film transistor) model and a fast-response, high-brightness, and high-contrast HPA (high performance addressing) model.

Advanced CD-ROM drive

The advanced 10–24X data-reading-speed CD-ROM drive augments the computer's multimedia capabilities.

Lithium-ion battery pack

The large-capacity lithium-ion battery pack further extends the operating time of the computer.

Audio features

The computer has internal audio record and playback capabilities including 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound from three speakers—two high quality stereo speakers and a subwoofer. The computer also supports DOS Sound Blaster Pro** games.

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PC Card support

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

Infrared communication

The infrared communication technology allows wireless point-to-point communication at up to 4 megabits per second with any other ThinkPad computer or system equipped with an infrared port.

About This Book

This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer. Be sure to read the

Setup Guide

Chapter 1. “Getting Familiar with Your Computer,” acquaints

you with the basic features of your computer.

Chapter 2. “Operating Your Computer,” provides information on installing options and using your computer's high-technology features.

Chapter 3. “Using Battery Power,” describes how to operate your computer with the battery pack and provides power management information.

Chapter 4. “Protecting Your Computer,” provides information on using passwords, identifying yourself with the Personalization Editor, and using locks.

Chapter 5. “Solving Computer Problems,” describes what to do when you have a computer problem. The chapter includes a troubleshooting guide and information on how to recover lost or damaged software.

and Chapter 1 of this book before using the computer.

ThinkPad

Chapter 6. “Getting Service,” describes various options of IBM's support and service.

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.

The glossary defines terms appearing in this book. The book concludes with an index.

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Icons Used in This Book

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

Information for IBM Operating System/2 (OS/2) users.

Information for Microsoft Windows

3.11 users. Information for Microsoft

Windows 95 users.

Information for IBM DOS users.

Information for Microsoft Windows NT users.

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Safety Information

DANGER

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

To Connect

Turn everything OFF.

First, attach all cables to devices.

Attach the signal cables to receptacles.

Attach the power cord to an outlet.

Turn the device ON.

To Disconnect

Turn everything OFF.

First, remove the power cord from the outlet.

Remove signal cables from receptacles.

Remove all cables from devices.

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

The telephone line cable must be connected after the

power cord.

The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone

line cable.

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.

CAUTION: The lithium battery can be replaced only by your dealer or an IBM service representative. It contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) repair or disassemble. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

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

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

Laser Compliance Statement

The CD-ROM drive in the IBM ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD is a laser product. The CD-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 APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

The CD-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 I laser products.

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

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

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

Class I (1) laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The CD-ROM drive has an internal, Class I (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 drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class I (1) level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions.

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Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions ................... 10

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

CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Backing Up Your System ...................... 30

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) ................ 30

Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely .......... 31

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer ............... 31

Cleaning Your Computer ..................... 33

Carrying Your Computer ..................... 33

Extending Your Computer's Battery Life ............ 34

Ergonomics Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Ruggedized Mobile Computers ................. 36

For More Information ....................... 36

Chapter 2. Operating Your Computer ............. 39

Increasing Memory Capacity .................... 40

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ................... 44

Using an External Pointing Device ................. 48

Disabling the TrackPoint III ................... 51

Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor ...... 52

Attaching the Monitor ....................... 52

Using SVGA Video Mode .................... 56

Using a PC Card ........................... 58

Installing the PC Card ...................... 59

Installing the PC Card Modem .................. 63

Using CardWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Self-Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

PC Card Information ....................... 68

Stopping the PC Card ...................... 72

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Using the Audio Features ...................... 73

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function ... 74

Using Infrared Communication ................... 77

Using a Port Replicator ....................... 80

Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator ....... 80

Detaching Your Computer from the Port Replicator ..... 84

Chapter 3. Using Battery Power ................. 87

Using the Battery Pack ....................... 88

Charging the Battery Pack .................... 88

Monitoring the Battery Status .................. 88

Saving Battery Power ........................ 93

Using the Power Management Modes ............. 93

Customizing Power Management ................ 99

Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode .. 102

Using Other Battery-Saving Methods .............. 108

Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 109

Chapter 4. Protecting Your Computer ............. 111

Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Entering a Password ....................... 112

Setting a Password ........................ 113

Changing or Removing a Password .............. 117

Using the Personalization Editor .................. 123

Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Chapter 5. Solving Computer Problems ............ 129

Frequently Asked Questions .................... 130

Hints, Tips, and Limitations ..................... 135

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Error Codes or Screen Messages ................ 138

No Error Codes or Screen Messages ............. 142

Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Suspend or Hibernation Problems ............... 144

LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

An Indicator Problem ....................... 148

Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

CD-ROM Drive Problems .................... 149

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Infrared Communication Problems ............... 150

A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem ............. 151

PC Card Problems ........................ 151

A Printer Problem ......................... 155

External Monitor Problems .................... 155

Port Replicator Problems ..................... 157

Other Option Problems ...................... 159

Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

Testing Your Computer ....................... 163

Recovering Lost or Damaged Software .............. 165

Using the Diskette Factory .................... 165

Using the Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) .......... 167

Chapter 6. Getting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Information on Your Computer ................... 171

Option List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Problem Recording Sheet .................... 172

HelpWare Customer Support and Service ........... 173

Help by Telephone ........................ 173

ThinkPad EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Getting Help around the World ................. 174

Fax Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Electronic Support Services ................... 175

Purchasing Additional Services ................... 177

Enhanced PC Support Line ................... 177

Client Support Line ........................ 178

Network and Server Support Line ................ 178

Ordering Support Line Services ................. 178

Warranty and Repair Services .................. 179

Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates ............ 180

Getting Update Diskettes ..................... 180

Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Appendix A. Features and Specifications ........... 181

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

IBM Power Cords ........................... 184

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Appendix B. Product Warranties and Notices ........ 187

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

Electronic Emission Notice ..................... 190

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

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Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer

This chapter provides basic information about your computer.

Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions ................... 10

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

TrackPoint III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fn Key Function ........................ 12

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

CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

ThinkPad Configuration Program .............. 19

Easy-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Backing Up Your System ...................... 30

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) ................ 30

Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely .......... 31

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer ............... 31

Cleaning Your Computer ..................... 33

Carrying Your Computer ..................... 33

Extending Your Computer's Battery Life ............ 34

Ergonomics Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Ruggedized Mobile Computers ................. 36

For More Information ....................... 36

Locations

Front View

TrackPoint III

Built-in microphone

Indicator panel

Subwoofer

Keyboard

Fn key

LCD latches

Color LCD screen

Brightness control (for a TFT display model)

or Contrast control (for an HPA display model)

Fan louver

Palm rest

Infrared port

Diskette drive

Stereo Speakers

CD-ROM drive

Diskette eject button

CD-ROM emergency eject hole

CD-ROM eject button

CD-ROM in-use indicator

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Locations

1 The LCD latches open the

LCD when they are slid outward.

2 The color LCD screen

displays computer output.

The brightness

control (TFT model only)

moves up or down to adjust the brightness of the display.

The contrast control (HPA model only) moves up or down to adjust the clarity of the picture.

4 The fan louver allows the

inside of the computer to stay cool. Do not place

anything in front of the louver that might block air flow.

The cooling fan starts at power-on, and then stops and starts alternately depending on the temperature inside the computer.

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

6 The diskette drive reads

data from or writes data to a diskette.

7 The diskette-eject button

ejects the diskette from the diskette drive.

8 The CD-ROM emergency

eject hole ejects the

CD-ROM tray when it does not open with the CD-ROM eject button. Insert a pin into this hole to eject the tray.

9 The CD-ROM eject button

ejects the CD-ROM tray from the CD-ROM drive. This button works only when the computer power is turned on.

1 The CD-ROM drive in-use

indicator is on when data

is read from a CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.

11 The CD-ROM drive reads

data from a CD-ROM.

12 The stereo speakers

along with the subwoofer

17 provide 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound.

13 The palm rest is where

you rest the palms of your hands when using the keyboard.

14 The TrackPoint III is a

built-in pointing device that provides a function similar to that of a mouse.

15 The Fn key is used with

the function keys to activate the Fn key functions.

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Locations

16 The keyboard is used to

enter data into the computer. (To use the numeric keypad on the keyboard, see page 15.)

17 The subwoofer along with

the stereo speakers 12 provide 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound.

18 The indicator panel

consists of the system-status indicators and their associated symbols.

19 The built-in microphone

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

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Rear View

External battery indicator

Locations

External suspend mode indicator

Connector cover

External-monitor connector

1 The hard disk drive can

3 The PC Card eject

4 The PC Card slots accept

Power switch

Parallel connector

Serial connector

be replaced with an optional one.

The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock.

buttons eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot.

a PC Card, CardBus Card, and Zoomed Video Card.

Hard disk drive

Security keyhole

PC Card eject buttons

PC Card slots

Volume control

Microphone/line-in jack

Headphone jack

External-input-device connector

Power jack

Universal serial bus (USB) port

5 The volume control

adjusts the sound level for the built-in speaker.

6 The microphone/line-in

jack, a -inch (3.5-mm)

diameter jack, is where you connect a stereo microphone or an external audio device.

7 The headphone jack, a

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

8 The power switch turns

the computer on and off.

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Locations

The

external-input-device connector is used to

attach a mouse, external keyboard, or external numeric keypad to the computer.

The power jack is

where the AC Adapter cable is connected.

11 The universal serial bus

(USB) port is where the

USB cable is connected.

The serial connector is where you connect a 9-pin serial-device cable.

The parallel

connector is where you

connect a parallel-printer signal cable.

The external-monitor

connector is where you

attach an external monitor.

15 The connector cover is

removable.

The external

suspend mode indicator

shows the condition of suspend mode.

The external battery

indicator shows the

condition of the battery.

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Bottom View (with Battery Pack Installed)

Memory-slot cover

Power shutdown switch

Memory slot

Expansion connectors

Locations

Serial number

1 The memory-slot cover

covers the memory slot.

2 The power shutdown

switch is used to turn the

computer off when an application locks up or the computer will not accept any input. Use the tip of a pen to press this switch.

3 The memory slot accepts

a dual inline memory module (DIMM) option.

Battery-pack lock

Battery pack

4 The expansion

connectors are where you

attach a port replicator (available as an option).

5 The battery-pack lock

locks or releases the battery pack.

6 The battery pack is a

built-in power source for the computer.

7 The serial number (S/N)

identifies your computer.

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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, yellow, or orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

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System-Status Indicators

Symbol Color Meaning

1 Battery Green Enough battery power remains for operation.

Orange The battery pack is being charged.

Blinking

orange

The battery pack needs charging. If the indicator starts blinking orange, the computer beeps three times.

2 Drive in use Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard disk, the

diskette drive, or the CD-ROM drive.

Do not enter suspend mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on.

3 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.

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

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

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

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

application programs support this function.

Not all

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

6 Suspend mode Green The computer is in suspend mode. (See page 93 for

details.)

Blinking green

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

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

when the computer is on and not in suspend mode.

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ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

This section describes the following distinctive functions of your computer:

Keyboard CD-ROM drive

ThinkPad utilities (ThinkPad Configuration program and

Easy-Setup)

Online book

Keyboard Functions

Your ThinkPad computer's keyboard has the following functions: TrackPoint III

Fn key function

Numeric keypad

TrackPoint III

The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the

TrackPoint III

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

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

Note:

No other software is required for the TrackPoint III; it works with the PS/2 mouse driver.

The TrackPoint III consists of a stick on the keyboard and a pair of click buttons in front of 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 corresponds to the amount of pressure you apply to the stick. The function of the click buttons corresponds to the left and right mouse buttons on a traditional mouse, and depends on the software you are using.

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not

move. The speed at which the pointer moves

Stick

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Left click button

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

Place your hands in the typing position and press gently

Right click button

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

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

Note:

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

Stick

Pointer

Left click button

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Right click button

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Press the click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software, as with any other pointing device.

Changing the Cap

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

Fn Key Function

The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the Fn key 1 ; then press the appropriate function key 2 (F1 to F12).

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ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

The Fn Key Lock Function

You can set up your computer so that you need to press Fn only once to get the same effect as when you press and hold Fn. With this setup, after you press a function key in the top row, Fn

returns to its normal state. To set up the Fn key this way, select the Accessibility ( ) button in the ThinkPad Configuration program window (refer to “ThinkPad Configuration Program” on page 19), or type PS2 FNS E at the command prompt.

Function keys not shown in the following table have no function.

Key Combination

+ (Only for OS/2 or Windows users)

Feature Meaning

Fuel-Gauge display on or off

The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before you can use this key combination (refer to “Using the Fuel-Gauge Program” on page 92).

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

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

this mode, see “Using the Power Management Modes” on page 93.

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

this mode, see “Using the Power Management Modes” on page 93.

LCD or external monitor switching

Power mode switching

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

During battery-power operation, the power mode changes as follows:

High Performance Automatic

Customized

F12

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Hibernation mode The computer enters hibernation mode. See “Using the Power

Management Modes” on page 93 for more information.

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Note: When the computer is in suspend mode and you press the Fn key independently without any function key,

the computer returns to normal operation.

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Numeric Keypad

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

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

Note:

The functions of the numeric keypad are printed on the front of the keys.

F8 F9 F10

44 55 66

11 22 33

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

NumLk

F11 F12

88 99

Alt Ctrl

{

Shift

When 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.

NumLk

F8 F9 F10

HomeHome

EndEnd

Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 15

F11 F12

PgUpPgUp

PgDnPgDn

Alt Ctrl

{

DelDelInsIns

Shift

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

CD-ROM Drive

ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer comes with a built-in CD-ROM drive, so you can use compact discs (CDs).

The following CDs are supported by the computer: Music CDs

Photo CDs

CD-ROM or CD-ROM XA

Video CDs To use the CD-ROM drive, do the following:

Turn on the computer.

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

Fit your CD on the center pivot. Firmly press the CD down until you hear it click into place.

Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes.

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

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To remove the CD, do the following:

Finish the application program that uses the CD.

Push the CD-ROM eject button; then pull out the CD-ROM tray.

Lift the CD by its edge while pressing the pivot.

Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes.

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Handling CDs

CDs 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 CD by the edges. Do not touch the surface of the

CD.

To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the outside of the disc. Wiping the CD in a circular direction can cause loss of data.

Do not write on the surface.

Do not store or place the CD in direct sunlight.

Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the CD. Use a CD-ROM cleaner kit.

Do not flex or bend the CD.

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ThinkPad Utilities

ThinkPad Configuration Program

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

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

ThinkPad Configuration program

Easy-Setup This section summarizes these utilities.

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

This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

For Windows 95: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 95:

Click on Start.

Move the cursor on Programs, ThinkPad; then click on ThinkPad Configuration.

The following window appears:

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1 2 3

1 The Power Mode buttons

Click on one of these buttons to set the power mode to high performance mode, automatic mode, or customized mode.

2 The Display Device buttons

Click on one of these buttons to set the display output type to the LCD, external monitor, or both. When making a presentation, you can click on the screen-blanking button to disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the power management mode timers.

3 The Help button displays online help. 4 The View Angle buttons

Click on the front view or rear view buttons to display the hardware feature locations.

5 The Device buttons

Click on the button of your choice from the window. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off.

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For Windows NT: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT:

Click on Start.

Move the cursor on Programs, ThinkPad; then click on ThinkPad Configuration.

For Windows 3.11:

Double-click on the ThinkPad Configuration icon.

For OS/2: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for OS/2:

Double-click on the ThinkPad Configuration folder.

Double-click on ThinkPad Configuration.

The following window appears:

1 2 3 4

7 8

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1 The One-Touch Setup buttons

Click on one of these buttons to set the system configuration.

2 The Power Mode buttons

Click on one of these buttons to set the power mode to high performance mode, automatic mode, or customized mode.

3 The Display Device buttons

4 The Help button displays online help. 5 The Exit button

Click on this button to save the changes made and to exit the ThinkPad Configuration window.

6 The View Angle buttons

Click on the front view or rear view buttons to display the hardware feature locations.

7 The Device buttons

Click on the button of your choice from the window; then set the options for that device from the window that appears.

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

8 The Default button

Click on this button to set the default values for each option and to cancel the changes you just made.

9 The Status bar

The device name and its status appears in the status bar when you place the cursor on a device button.

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

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For DOS:

You can use the ThinkPad Configuration program from the DOS prompt. To start the program, do the following:

Click on Start; then the DOS Prompt icon.

The DOS prompt window appears.

Type PS2 ? at the DOS prompt.

The “ThinkPad Configuration” online help window appears:

C:\>PS2 ?

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Command Syntax: PS2 [Parameter1] [Parameter2] [Parameter3]

Following are available [Parameter1]. For the complete command syntax, type ‘PS2 ? [Parameter]’.

1.Power Management related

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Select an item from the menu and follow the instructions on the screen to set the features.

You can also create a batch file like the one shown to match your operating environment. The following sample batch file sets a longer battery operating time.

@Echo Off

Rem SAMPLE:Set the parameters to provide maximum power utilization.

Rem =============================================================

PS2 PMode Custom DC > Nul PS2 LCd 3 > Nul PS2 DISK 3 > Nul PS2 POwer 5 > Nul PS2 SPeed Fixed Slow > Nul PS2 IR Disable > Nul PS2 SErial OFf > Nul

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Easy-Setup

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Your computer provides a user-friendly built-in system setup program called

Easy-Setup

. The program allows you to set the date and time, password, the startup sequence of the drives, and shows hardware configurations. The program also enables you to check for hardware errors by running a diagnostic test. You should run this program before you start using your computer. Follow these steps to start the program:

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

Press and hold F1; then turn on the computer. Hold F1 until the “Easy-Setup” menu appears:

Easy-Setup

Config

Restart

Move to an icon you want to change, using the arrow

Date/Time

Password

BIOS part number,..Date System-unit serial number System board serial number Microprocessor

Start up

nnnnnnn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

nnnnnnnnnnn

Pentium( )Process

Test

12/31/96

keys or the TrackPoint III, and click on the icon.

A submenu is displayed.

Change the items you wish to change.

Click on Exit to exit to the submenu.

Click on Restart to exit to the “Easy-Setup” menu.

Your computer restarts.

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Easy-Setup Submenus

Pressing the Config button displays the following “Config” submenu. It shows information about the installed memory and system board.

The Memory button shows the amount of memory installed and available.

The System Board button provides information on the system board installed.

Initialize sets all device settings to the default values.

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Pressing the Date/Time button displays the following “Date and Time” submenu. It is used to set the current date and time.

To change the date and time, do the following:

Move the cursor to any field (Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, or Second) and place the pointer on any of the

arrow icons (

, , , or ) to adjust the date and

time.

Clicking on the double-arrow icon scrolls the numbers faster.

Click on OK to save the changes or on Cancel to cancel them.

Pressing the Password button displays the “Password” submenu. It is used to set the power-on password, hard disk password, and supervisor password. Go to “Using Passwords” on page 112.

Note: An open lock icon shows that a password has not yet been set.

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Pressing the Start up button displays the “Start up” submenu. It is used to change the startup sequence of the drive in your computer. For example, if you have different operating systems on different replaceable hard disk drives or PC Cards, you can have the system boot up from one of these devices.

Attention

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

To change the startup sequence, do the following:

Reset the current startup sequence by moving the cursor to the Reset icon; and click on it.

The sequence is reset, and all available device icons appear on the screen.

FDD-1

CD-ROM

Select the first device you want for the startup sequence;

HDD

Cancel

Network

FDD-2

Reset

PCMCIA

then click on it.

Repeat this step to set the other devices for the startup sequence. You can set up to four devices.

Click on OK or press Enter to save the changes.

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Online Book

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Pressing the Test button displays the “Test” submenu. It is used to run diagnostic tests on your computer to check for hardware errors. Go to “Testing Your Computer” on page 163.

Pressing the Restart button ends the Easy-Setup program and restarts the computer.

Changing the Screen Color

You can change the color of the “Easy-Setup” menu by pressing the Ctrl+PgUp keys or by pressing the Ctrl+PgDn keys.

To return to the original color, press the Ctrl+Home keys.

Your ThinkPad computer has an online book containing the following advanced information:

Using your computer in foreign countries Using a PC Card Resolving system resource conflicts

Installing software

Controlling and managing systems over a network Solving computer problems

To start the online book, click on Start, move the cursor to

Programs and ThinkPad 380, and then click on ThinkPad 380 User's Guide.

The online book appears. Go to the section you want, and make a printout if necessary.

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Backing Up Your System

Your computer comes with the necessary software already installed for you to use the computer right out of the box. If you want to restore your system to what it was at the time of purchase, and if you are using Windows 95, use the Recovery CD.

It is important to back up your software. For example, your software might become erased or corrupted, or you might want to install a new operating system in your computer. To back up your software, use the Diskette Factory program.

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only)

If you accidentally erase your hard disk, you can use the Recovery CD to restore the contents of the preloaded hard disk to what it was at the time of purchase. Refer to “Using the Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only)” on page 167.

Diskette Factory

With the Diskette Factory program, you can create the utility and device driver diskettes for Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.11, DOS, or OS/2. Refer to “Using the Diskette Factory” on page 165.

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

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer

Notebook 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.

ThinkPad Don'ts:

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 repairer should disassemble and repair your computer.

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

display.

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 not turn your computer over while the AC Adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug.

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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, a magnet, a TV, a refrigerator, or large audio speakers.

Do not hard-mount your computer in a vehicle or anywhere that it is subject to strong vibration. See “Ruggedized Mobile Computers” on page 36 for information on a more appropriate model for demanding applications.

Do not crush, drop, or physically punish the removable hard disk drive when it is outside of your computer.

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 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 leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer dissipates some heat during normal operation. This heat is a function of the level of system activity and battery charge level.

ThinkPad Do's:

Store your removable hard disk drive in the appropriate container or packaging when not in use.

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When installing your hard disk drive, apply pressure only where

indicated on the device.

Treat your computer like a precision piece of electronic

machinery.

Retain and store packing materials safely out of reach of children

to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags.

Guide

). 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.

Check the IBM Web pages at www.us.pc.ibm.com periodically

to get current information about your computer.

Cleaning Your Computer

You should occasionally clean your computer as follows:

Use a soft cloth moistened with nonalkaline 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.

Carrying Your Computer

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

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

2. Turn off all attached devices.

3. Turn off the computer and close the LCD.

Setup

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.

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Extending Your Computer's 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 of time in storage (if unused). The following tips can help you to extend the life of your battery:

Whenever possible, use the ThinkPad battery power-saving

modes (See “Saving Battery Power” on page 93):

– standby: The LCD and the hard disk drive are turned off. – suspend: All tasks are stopped and stored in memory to

save power.

– 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. Use Advanced Power Management (APM). Each operating

system comes with its own APM.

Remove a PC Card 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.

Ergonomics Information

You should read the following important information before using your portable ThinkPad notebook computer in your “virtual office.”

Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequent changes in your environment. Following some simple “rules of the road” will make things easier and bring you the maximum benefits of your ThinkPad computer. Keeping in mind such basics as good lighting and proper seating, for example, can go a long way in helping you enhance your performance and achieve greater comfort wherever you are.

What if I am traveling?

It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using the ThinkPad computer while on the move or in a “casual” setting. Regardless of the setting, try to observe as many of the tips for proper usage as possible. Sitting properly and using

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adequate lighting, for example, will help you maintain desirable comfort and performance levels.

Questions about vision?

IBM's visual display screens are designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large, bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Of course, any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring. If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort, consult a vision care specialist for advice.

Note: The example shown here is of someone in a traditional setting. Even

when not in such a setting, you can follow many of these tips. Develop good habits, and they will serve you well.

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1 Head

Keep your head in a comfortable and vertical position.

2 View

Maintain a comfortable viewing distance of 510–760 mm (20–30 in.).

3 Display

Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

Keep the display screen clean and set the contrast and brightness to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

Ruggedized Mobile Computers

Some mobile professionals need a system for managing and communicating information from the field, in environments that may require special ruggedized features to protect their computers from extreme temperature, humidity, and physical punishment. Construction, public service, distribution, repair service, and utilities are some of the environmentally demanding professions that may require rugged mobile computers that can withstand stresses. IBM offers computers (not ThinkPad Systems) for these environments.

4 Thighs

Keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.

5 Arms

Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed and neutral position. Don't pound the keys; type with a soft touch.

6 Chair

Use a chair that gives you good back support.

For more information on these computers, consult your IBM Business Partner or visit our website at www.networking.ibm.com/wireless.

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For information from the World Wide Web: For product and dealer location information: To access the IBM PC Company Bulletin Board:

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Chapter 2. Operating Your Computer

This chapter provides information about the computer's high-technology features.

Increasing Memory Capacity .................... 40

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ................... 44

Using an External Pointing Device ................. 48

Disabling the TrackPoint III ................... 51

Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor ...... 52

Attaching the Monitor ....................... 52

Using SVGA Video Mode .................... 56

Using a PC Card ........................... 58

Installing the PC Card ...................... 59

Installing the PC Card Device Driver ............ 61

Installing the PC Card Modem .................. 63

Using CardWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Self-Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

PC Card Information ....................... 68

Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Stopping the PC Card ...................... 72

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Using the Audio Features ...................... 73

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function ... 74

Using Infrared Communication ................... 77

Using a Port Replicator ....................... 80

Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator ....... 80

Enabling the CardBus Sockets (for Windows 95 Only) .. 83

Detaching Your Computer from the Port Replicator ..... 84

Increasing Memory Capacity

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

Different capacities of DIMM (up to 64 MB) are available. You can install a DIMM directly in the memory slot on the bottom of the computer. Your computer memory capacity can be expanded up to 96 MB (32-MB base memory and a 64-MB DIMM option).

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

dual inline memory module (DIMM)

Turn the computer over and remove the battery pack.

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

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Install the DIMM into the memory slot.

Attention

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

Find the notch on the side of the DIMM.

With the notched end of the DIMM toward the rear side of the socket, insert the DIMM, at an angle of approximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly 1 .

Pivot the DIMM 2 until it snaps into place.

Notch

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Place the memory slot cover over the memory slot; then install the screw back into its place.

Turn the computer over again and confirm that the new memory size appears at the upper left corner of the screen.

For example, if you install a 32-MB DIMM, you should see the following:

6496 KB OK

You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.

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 (32192 KB).

For example, if you installed a 32-MB DIMM, calculate the total memory size as follows:

Note: 1 MB=1024 KB

[32(MB) x 1 24(KB)/(MB)] + 32192(KB) = 6496 (KB)

Notes:

1. If either a 21 error code appears under the memory count,

48576 KB OK

2 1

or the total memory size is not the same as the value you calculated, turn off the computer, reinstall the DIMM (see page 40) and do the memory test with Easy-Setup (see page 29).

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2. If you changed the memory installed in the computer and a 195 error code appears, you need to re-create a hibernation file as follows:

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

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

To disable and enable hibernation mode, refer to “Enabling Hibernation Mode.”

Removing the DIMM

Remove the screw and memory slot cover.

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

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

Replace the memory slot cover; then replace the screw.

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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Your ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer is shipped with a hard disk drive. The following procedure describes how to replace the original drive with an optional one.

Attention

To prevent damage to the hard disk drive, make sure that computer is turned off and the AC Adapter is disconnected from the computer.

The hard disk is a delicate device that needs careful handling. If it falls onto a hard surface, severe damage can occur.

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

Open the LCD; then stand the computer on its side, and remove the screw with a coin.

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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Open the hard disk drive bay cover using a coin 1 , then remove the cover 2 .

Pull the blue-strap to lift the hard disk drive 3 and remove it.

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Insert the replacement drive with the strap side towards the bottom of the computer 4 .

Lay the strap down 5 , align the guides of the cover with the guides on the computer; then slide the cover onto the computer 6 .

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Reinstall the screw. You have finished replacing the hard disk drive.

Turn the computer back to its ordinary position. Connect the AC Adapter to the computer; then turn on the computer.

Note: After removing the original hard disk drive, store it in the carrying

case that contained the replacement drive.

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Using an External Pointing Device

Numeric keypad

Mouse

You can attach an external numeric keypad or a mouse directly to

External keyboard

the external-input-device connector (

) on the rear of the computer.

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Attaching a Mouse

Using an External Pointing Device

You can use

both

the IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse and the TrackPoint III as the pointing device. If you are connecting a mouse other than an IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse, first turn off the computer. Then go to “Disabling the TrackPoint III” on page 51.

If you want to use the external numeric keypad and mouse at the same time, first connect the keypad cable to the computer; then connect the mouse cable 1 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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Using an External Pointing Device

You can connect an external keyboard to your computer through the keyboard/mouse cable (available separately as an option).

It will

not work if it is connected directly to the computer.

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

The numeric keypad on the computer keyboard The external numeric keypad

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

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

Keyboard port

Keyboard/Mouse cable

Note: A mouse, an external keypad, and external keyboard are optional.

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A serial mouse connected to the serial port or a device that is incompatible with the PS/2 Mouse can be connected to the external-input-device connector. Some mouse types require the TrackPoint III to be disabled before you can use them.

To disable the TrackPoint III:

For Windows 95:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the TrackPoint ( ) button.

Click on Disable for the TrackPoint.

These changes become effective when computer power is turned off and then on again.

For Windows NT, Windows 3.11, and OS/2:

Using an External Pointing Device

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Keyboard/TrackPoint ( ) button.

Click on Disable for the TrackPoint.

These changes become effective when computer power is turned off and then on again.

Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard

When using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard, install the device driver supplied with the Space Saver Keyboard. When the Space Saver Keyboard is used, the device driver on the computer's utility diskette automatically enables or disables the TrackPoint III of the computer when power is turned on.

do not

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Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor

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

The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transistor ( or high performance addressing ( LCDs display output with SVGA (800-by-600 resolution) video mode and 16M colors.

When you attach an external monitor that supports resolution higher than VGA mode, you can get a maximum of 1024-by-768 video resolution.

Attaching the Monitor

The following summarizes how to attach an external monitor:

Turn off the computer.

HPA

) technology. Both types of

TFT

) technology

Connect the external monitor to the external monitor connector (

it to an electrical outlet.

Turn on the external monitor and the computer.

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Change the display output type by clicking on the Both

) button or the External Display ( ) button.

(

Note: If you select the Both button, do not attach an external monitor that

supports only VGA mode (640-by-480 resolution). Otherwise, the external monitor screen is scrambled and the output is not displayed, or the screen might be damaged. Use External Display instead.

) on the rear of the computer; then connect

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Set your monitor type and display device driver as follows.

If you are attaching an SVGA monitor, refer to “Using SVGA Video Mode” on page 56 for information on the supported color depth or resolution.

Click on the Display ( or

Click on the Advanced Properties.. button. You can select your display type from the monitor list, or

click on a new resolution or refresh rate.

Note: Refer to the specifications for your external monitor to determine its

supported resolutions and refresh rates.

Restart the computer to make the changes effective.

) button.

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Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor

ATTENTION

Do not change the LCD type while a moving picture is being displayed, for example, when playing a movie or a game. Stop the application before changing the LCD type.

Changing the LCD Type

You can change the display output type with the ThinkPad Configuration program. Select one of the following display output types:

LCD ( ):

LCD of the computer.

External Monitor ( ):

only on the attached external monitor. If no external monitor is attached to the computer and the

display output type is set to displayed on the LCD.

Both ( ):

LCD and the external monitor.

You can also change the display output type as follows:

Using the Fn key function:

Press and hold the Fn key; then press the F7 key. The output is displayed sequentially as follows:

External Both Display

LCD

The computer output is displayed only on the

The computer output is displayed

External Display

The computer output is displayed on both the

, the output is

Using the PS2 Command:

For DOS, use the PS2 command to change the display output type.

– Type PS2 SC BOTH to display information on both the LCD

and external monitor.

– Type PS2 SC CRT to display information only on the

external monitor.

– Type PS2 SC LCD to display information only on the LCD.

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Important

If you are using OS/2 Warp, do not use System in the System Setup folder to change the resolution or color depth. Use the ThinkPad Configuration program to configure the monitor.

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

Virtual Screen Function

The

virtual screen

function is available with the ThinkPad Configuration program. It is used to display a part of the high-resolution screen image that is produced by your computer. Other parts can be seen by moving the screen with the TrackPoint III or other pointing device. The virtual screen can be disabled on Windows 3.11 with the ThinkPad Configuration program. In this case, restart your computer to make the screen size fit the display.

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Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor

Considerations for DOS Screen on the LCD

When you use a DOS application that supports only VGA mode (640-by-480 resolution) with your computer, the screen image might appear smaller than the display size, as shown:

640 x 480

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 image by clicking on the Display button ( ) in the ThinkPad Configuration program or by entering the PS2 HVEXP ON command. However, the image may look slightly distorted.

screen expansion

function. You can expand the

Using SVGA Video Mode

Your ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer has an LCD that supports an SVGA video mode with 800x600 resolution. You can also display information in higher resolutions by attaching an external monitor that supports higher resolutions. 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, External Display, or Both).

Note:

When installing an operating system, you must install the display driver supplied with the computer to use SVGA mode.

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

monitor (LCD or Both)

Frame Rate to

External Panel Type Resolution Supported Color Depth

800x600 TFT 800x600

800x600 TFT 640x480

800x600 HPA 800x600

800x600 HPA 640x480

16; 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216 60 Hz

16; 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216 60 HZ

Monitor

(Both)

Displaying output only on the external monitor (External

Display)

Resolution Supported Color Depth Frame Rate

640x480 16; 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216

800x600 16; 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216 1,024x768 16; 256; and 65,536 60 Hz or 75 Hz

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60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 HZ

Using a PC Card

This section describes how to insert a PC Card.

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

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

CardBus

Zoomed Video (ZV)

You can insert a can insert cards in both slots), a single slot.

Upper slot

Lower slot

Type I

Type II

PC Card one in either slot (you

Type III

PC Card in the lower

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Installing the PC Card

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

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

Note:

Using a PC Card

If you are using a PC Card with an XJACK

into the upper slot.

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

the upper slot or the lower slot.

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

slot.

connector, insert it

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Using a PC Card

Press the PC Card firmly into the connector until the eject button pops out. Then, pull the eject button out slightly

1 and fold it to the right 2 .

Eject Button

Note: If you use the PC Card in Windows 95, do the following

procedures. If you use the PC Card in other operating system, see the online book.

Unless you are installing a PC Card modem, the following CardWizard** information panel pops up and informs you about the new card:

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Using a PC Card

If you are installing a PC Card modem, “Location Information” windows appears. Go to “Installing the PC Card Modem” on page 63.

Note

If CardWizard does not have the device driver of the PC Card, the following “Select Installation Preference” window appears prompting you to install the driver. Go to “Installing the PC Card Device Driver .”

Installing the PC Card Device Driver

Install the device driver as follows:

Make sure that Have diskette provided by card manufacturer is selected. Click on OK in the “Select

Installation Preference” window.

The following window appears:

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Using a PC Card

Insert the device driver (or option) diskette supplied by the PC Card manufacturer into the diskette drive.

Follow the instructions in the manual that came with the PC Card.

Note: If CardWizard does not recognize your PC Card and you cannot

install the PC Card device driver, you need to copy necessary INF files of the the PC Card device driver (or option) diskette to your c:\WINDOWS\INF directory prior to let CardWizard detect the PC Card.

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Installing the PC Card Modem

Attention

Your computer can be connected only to a public telephone line (analog line). Do not use a digital telephone line. Use of a phone line other than an analog can damage your modem.

Danger:

To avoid shock hazard, do not connect the cable to or disconnect the cable from the telephone outlet on the wall during electrical storms.

When you install the PC Card modem in Windows 95, the “Location Information” window appears:

Using a PC Card

Do as follows:

Fill in the necessary information.

Click on OK.

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Using a PC Card

Release the telephone jack socket on the PC Card modem.

For example, push the push-pop of the PC Card modem

1 . For other types of the modem, follow the

instructions in the manual supplied with the modem.

Connect one end of the telephone cable to the PC Card modem 1 and the other end of the cable to a telephone outlet 2 .

Note: If your ThinkPad shares a single telephone cable with a telephone,

use the cable supplied with your computer.

You have completed setting up the PC Card modem.

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Using a PC Card

Note: If the “Location Information” window does not appear, you need to

set up the modem by clicking on Start and moving the cursor on Settings; Control Panel, then double-clicking on Modem.

For details on PC Card Support Software, go to “Using CardWorks” on page 66.

Removing the PC Card

For a network modem, stop the PC Card before removing the PC Card from the PC Card slot (see “Stopping the PC Card” on page 72).

Raise the PC Card eject button 1 for the PC Card you want to remove. Then, press the PC Card eject button 2 until the PC Card pops out.

Remove the PC Card and save it for future use.

Eject Button

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Using CardWorks

If your computer is preloaded with Windows 95, you can make your PC Card easy to use with the PC Card support software called CardWorks. For information on PC Card support software for other operating systems, refer to the online book.

CardWorks minimizes user intervention in configuring many PC Cards. CardWorks with CardWizard provides the following:

Capability to check

When you have some trouble, refer to this section.

Self-Check

PC Card information

CardWorks provides the various information about your PC Card.

PC Card Information

Capability to stop

When you remove the PC Card from your computer, sometimes you need to stop the PC Card.

Stopping the PC Card

Help

You can get help for most of the windows.

Help

CardWorks provides two modes for using a PC Card:

Plug and Play mode:

You can use the PC Card in this mode when the device driver of the card is supported by Windows

95.

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CardSoft mode:

You can use the PC Card in this mode when the device driver of the PC Card is for Windows 3.11.

To start CardWizard, do as follows:

Click on Start.

Move the cursor to Programs and CardWorks. Then click on CardWizard.

The CardWizard window appears:

The information panel displays up-to-date information about the PC Cards and PC Card slots being used in your computer.

It also displays up to three lines of card information, which it reads directly from the card:

The first line shows the card name. The second line shows the manufacturer. The third line shows the card's function or type.

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Using CardWorks

Self-Check

PC Card Information

CardWorks has a self-check function that solves such problems as incorrect or missing PC Card device drivers, system resource conflicts (IRQ, memory, or I/O ports), and unconfigured PC Cards, as well as memory conflicts.

If there are any problems, click on the Wizard button. Each time you click on the Wizard button, a series of self-checks is run to assure that all necessary components are installed and working properly. CardWizard then analyzes the computer to verify that there are resources available for PC Card configuration.

Even if CardWizard cannot automatically solve a problem, it can pinpoint the problem exactly so that you or a technical support engineer can fix the problem more easily.

You can see the attributes, resources, drivers, and use some of PC Card utilities in the “PC Card Properties” window.

To open the “PC Card Properties” window of the PC Card that you are using, do the following:

Select the PC Card in the CardWizard window by clicking on it.

Click on View in the menu bar of the window.

Click on Properties.. in the pop-up menu. The “PC Card Properties” window appears.

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Using CardWorks

The window provides the following information: Attributes

Resources Drivers

Attributes

Note: The following information appears depending on the type of PC Card:

Slot: The slot number and assigned name for the

slot. (You can change the slot name by selecting slot management from the options

menu.) Card: The unique identification number of the module. Manufacturer: The manufacturer of the PC Card. Size: The storage capacity of the PC Card.

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Using CardWorks

Drive: The drive letter. Battery status:

The charge status of the SRAM Card battery.

Write protect: The write protect status—either enabled or

disabled.

File system: The file system used by the PC storage or hard

disk card.

Port: The communication port used by this PC

modem card.

Resources

Note: Some resource information is not relevant to all types of PC Cards.

These nonrelevant resources are displayed as “Not Applicable.”

IRQ: The interrupt request being used. I/O: The starting and ending addresses of the

input/output range for the PC Card. DMA: The DMA channel used. Memory range:

The range of physical memory.

Drivers

Note: CardWizard determines the type of device driver being used. It also

displays whether the card is configured by Windows 95 or by CardWorks.

Card driver: Indicates whether Plug and Play mode or

CardSoft mode is used in configuring the PC

Card. This field is enabled only if the Change

card driver box is checked. You should

change drivers if your card has been identified

and configured successfully.

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not

Change card driver:

If this item is enabled (checked), you can select either Plug and Play (if available) or the CardWorks device drivers.

Remove from the Plug and Play hardware list:

If this item is enabled (checked), you can delete the Plug and Play device driver assigned to a card. This applies only if the card is handled by Windows 95 (Plug and Play mode). Later, when you reinsert the same PC Card, CardWorks configures the card as if it were the first insertion.

Memory Card Utility:

This item appears only if you insert an SRAM card or a Flash memory card. You can format the SRAM card or Flash memory card as follows:

Using CardWorks

Note: You can also format these card from the

file system with the DOS FORMAT command.

Open the “PC Card Properties” window.

Select Memory Card Utility tab.

Enter a Volume Label (if desired).

Click on Format Drive/Partition.

Click on Start.

This procedure enables you to completely erase a SRAM/Flash memory card, especially a brand-new card. Make sure to save the data on the card before erasing it.

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Using CardWorks

Stopping the PC Card

If you are removing a PC Card, you must first stop it. The system might freeze or data might be lost if a PC Card is removed before it is stopped.

Note: You can stop only one card at a time. After stopping a card, you

cannot stop another card until the first card has either stopped completely or failed.

You can stop a card as follows:

Click on the right button on the CardWizard window. A pop-up menu appears.

Note: The stop option appears in gray if you are in

CardSoft mode or if the card is already stopped.

Click on Stop. The following message appears:

Help

The card has been stopped. You can safely remove the card.

If the stop fails, no message appears.

If you press F1 or select the Help button, a glossary of terms and an index of Help items are made available.

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Using the Audio Features

Your computer is equipped with the following:

An -inch (3.5-mm) diameter input jack to connect an

external stereo line-in device or a monaural microphone.

Note: To use the input jack for an external stereo line-in device, you

An -inch (3.5-mm) diameter output jack to connect a

stereo headphone or an external-powered speaker jack.

A MIDI/joystick port on the port replicator. To use a MIDI device, you should first connect your computer to a port replicator; then connect an external MIDI device to the port replicator. After docking your computer in the port replicator, you should enable this port using the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Using the Audio Features

need to disable the microphone function with software on your operating system. For example in Windows 95, you can disable the function by checking Mute for MIC in the “Master Out” window(see page 74). To use the jack for a monaural microphone, disable the line-in function with software.

Two high quality stereo speakers and a subwoofer.

Your computer also has an audio chip that enables you to enjoy various multimedia audio features. This audio chip provides the following features:

Recording and playing back of PCM and WAV files in 8-bit or 16-bit format.

Sampling of various rates from 5 KHz to 44 KHz for the WAV file.

Playback of MIDI files through an FM synthesizer.

Recording from various sound sources, such as an integrated microphone, an external microphone, or an audio device attached to a line-in jack or an integrated CD-ROM drive.

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Using the Audio Features

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function

DOS game compatibility. You should select Sound Blaster Pro** for the audio adapter in the sound setup of the game.

The 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) function. It compensates for the flat, two dimensional sound image limitations by reestablishing the necessary information that allows the human ear to hear in three dimensions.

ATTENTION

Do not enter suspend or hibernation mode when you are using audio features. You need to restart or resetup the application for continuous use.

To use the SRS function, do the following:

Double-click on the small speaker icon ( ) at the bottom right of the Windows desktop.

Click on the Start button, and then select Programs, Accessories, Multimedia, and Volume Control.

The “Master Out” window appears:

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Is the SRS Balance column displayed? Yes.

a) Make sure that the Mute checkbox is

unchecked.

b) Exit the window. You can use the SRS function;

skip the remaining step.

No.

Select Options on the upper left corner of the window and select Properties. The “Properties” window appears:

Put a check mark on SRS and press OK. You return to the “Master Out” window.

Make sure that the Mute checkbox is unchecked.

Exit the “Master Out” window.

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Now you can use the SRS function.

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Using Infrared Communication

The infrared communication technology allows wireless point-to-point communication with other ThinkPad computers or systems equipped with an infrared port. The infrared port can communicate at a distance of up to approximately 1 meter (3.3 ft.) at a rate of up to 4 megabits per second (Mbps).

Your ThinkPad computer has an infrared port that can communicate with another ThinkPad computer.

To use the infrared communication, the IR ports of both computers must be enabled through the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Enable the IR port as follows:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on Infrared button ( ).

Select Enable; then click on OK.

Using Infrared Communication

Click on Start.

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Using Infrared Communication

Move the cursor to Programs, TranXit, and click on TranXit.

The “TranXit” window appears:

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Using Infrared Communication

Place the two computers so that the infrared ports face each other.

Remove all obstacles between the two computers. When the two IR ports are lined up properly, the TranXit window separates into two subwindows: one for your ThinkPad computer and the other for the other ThinkPad computer.

Click and drag the file you want to send from your ThinkPad window to the other ThinkPad window.

You can send the file.

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Using a Port Replicator

Your ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer is supported by the following port replicators:

After you attach your computer to the port replicator, all connectors on the rear of the computer are covered and are not available for use. Instead, you can use the connectors on the port replicator, plus extra features.

The port replicator works only with AC power. You cannot use the port replicator with battery power from the computer.

ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator

ThinkPad 380 or 385 Port Replicator

ThinkPad Enhanced Port Replicator

Important

Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator

The system-expansion connectors at the bottom of your computer allow you to attach it to the port replicator. This section describes how to attach your computer.

Disconnect the AC Adapter from the wall outlet and from the computer.

For Windows 95:

Press Fn+F4 and close the LCD, or turn off the computer and close the LCD. You can attach the computer to the port replicator while the computer is in

suspend mode turned off.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Functional Highlights

About This Book

Safety Information

Laser Compliance Statement

Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer

Locations

System-Status Indicators

ThinkPad Distinctive Functions

Keyboard Functions

CD-ROM Drive

ThinkPad Utilities

Online Book

Backing Up Your System

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only)

Diskette Factory

Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely

Handling Your ThinkPad Computer

Cleaning Your Computer

Carrying Your Computer

Extending Your Computer's Battery Life

Ergonomics Information

Ruggedized Mobile Computers

For More Information

Chapter 2. Operating Your Computer

Increasing Memory Capacity

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Using an External Pointing Device

Disabling the TrackPoint III

Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor

Attaching the Monitor

Using SVGA Video Mode

Using a PC Card

Installing the PC Card

Installing the PC Card Modem

Using CardWorks

Self-Check

PC Card Information

Stopping the PC Card

Help

Using the Audio Features

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function

Using Infrared Communication

Using a Port Replicator

Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator