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First Edition (August 1997)

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 560X Computer

The thin and light IBM ThinkPad 560X computer

is designed to be convenient

for your mobile computing needs.

We hope you enjoy its fast processing power,

brilliant and colorful TFT LCD display,

audio capabilities, and infrared communication.

Functional Highlights

Ultra portability

The slim 1.9 kilogram computer has excellently portability, especially when you are traveling. The computer can assist you in your business anytime and anywhere.

High-speed processor

The Intel MMX Pentium processor enables high-speed data processing and advanced performance.

Large-capacity Hard Disk Drive

The 2.5-inch 4.0 GB* hard disk drive can respond to a wide variety of your business demands.

Large SVGA color LCD

The 12.1-inch TFT (thin-film transistor) display offers 256,144 colors at 800-by-600 resolution.

Lithium-Ion battery pack

The large-capacity lithium-ion battery pack further extends the operating time of the computer, further contributing to ultra portability.

Audio

The audio feature supports the following:

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

44 KHz sampling.

DOS games using the Sound Blaster** interface.

PC Card Support

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

Gigabyte, one billion (10 ) bytes.

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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

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 (IBM P/N 12J1695 UL-recognized component—File No. MH12210) 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.

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Contents

Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

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

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

Identifying the Hardware Features .................. 2

System-Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

ThinkPad Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Attaching the External Diskette Drive ............... 8

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

ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Backing Up Your System ...................... 26

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) ................ 26

Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Keeping Your Computer from Being Damaged .......... 26

Chapter 2. Using Battery Power ................. 28

Using the Battery Pack ....................... 29

Charging the Battery Pack .................... 29

Monitoring the Battery Status .................. 29

Saving Battery Power ........................ 33

Using the Power-Saving Modes ................. 33

Customizing the Power Management .............. 38

Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode .. 40

Using Other Battery Saving Methods .............. 45

Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 46

Chapter 3. Protecting Your Computer ............. 49

Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Entering a Password ....................... 50

Setting a Password ........................ 51

Changing and Removing a Password ............. 54

Using the Personalization Editor .................. 60

Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Chapter 4. Using the Advanced Features of Your ThinkPad 65

Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Installing the Memory Option .................. 66

Using an External Pointing Device ................. 70

Disabling the TrackPoint III ................... 74

Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor ...... 75

Attaching the Monitor ....................... 75

Using SVGA Video Mode .................... 79

Using a PC Card ........................... 81

Installing the PC Card ...................... 82

Installing the PC Card Modem .................. 87

Using CardWorks** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Using the Audio Features ...................... 98

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function ... 99

Using Infrared Communication ................... 101

Chapter 5. Solving Computer Problems ............ 103

Frequently Asked Questions .................... 104

Hints, Tips, and Limitations ..................... 105

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Error Codes or Screen Messages ................ 108

No Error Codes or Screen Messages ............. 112

Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Suspend or Hibernation Problems ............... 114

LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Indicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Infrared Communication Problems ............... 119

A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem ............. 120

PC Card Problems ........................ 120

Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

External Monitor Problems .................... 122

Other Option Problems ...................... 124

Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Testing Your Computer ....................... 126

Recovering Lost or Damaged Software .............. 128

Using the Diskette Factory .................... 128

Using the Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) .......... 130

Chapter 6. Getting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Information on Your ThinkPad ................... 132

Option List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

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Problem Recording Sheet .................... 133

HelpWare Customer Support and Service ........... 134

Help by Telephone ........................ 134

ThinkPad EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Getting Help around the World ................. 135

Fax Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Electronic Support Services ................... 136

Purchasing Additional Services ................... 137

Enhanced PC Support Line ................... 137

Client Support Line ........................ 138

Network and Server Support Line ................ 138

Ordering Support Line Services ................. 138

Warranty and Repair Services .................. 139

Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates ............ 140

Getting Update Diskettes ..................... 140

Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Appendix A. Features and Specifications ........... 141

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

IBM Power Cords ........................... 144

Appendix B. Ergonomics Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Appendix C. Product Warranties and Notices ........ 149

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Electronic Emission Notice ..................... 154

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

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Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer

This chapter provides basic information about your computer.

Identifying the Hardware Features .................. 2

System-Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

ThinkPad Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Attaching the External Diskette Drive ............... 8

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

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

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

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ThinkPad Configuration Program .............. 15

Easy-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Backing Up Your System ...................... 26

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) ................ 26

Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Keeping Your Computer from Being Damaged .......... 26

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

Identifying the Hardware Features

Front View

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1 The color LCD screen

displays computer output.

2 The brightness control

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

3 The built-in microphone

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

4 The keyboard is used to

enter data into the computer. (To use the numeric keypad on the keyboard, see page 14.)

5 The headphone jack, a

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

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 volume control

adjusts the sound level for the built-in speaker.

8 The PC Card slots accept

PC Cards.

9 The PC Card eject

buttons eject the PC Card

from the PC Card slot.

1 The TrackPoint III is a

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

11 The LCD latch opens the

LCD when pressed.

12 The Fn key is used with

the function keys to activate the Fn key functions.

13 The diskette-eject button

ejects the diskette from the diskette drive.

14 The diskette drive in use

indicator is on when data

is read or written to a diskette.

15 The external diskette

drive

16 The indicator panel

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

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Rear View

1 The

external-diskette-drive connector is where you

connect the cable of the external diskette drive.

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

3 The power switch turns

the computer on and off.

The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock.

The power jack is

where the AC Adapter cable is connected.

The

external-input-device connector is used to

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

7 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 the external monitor.

11 The connector cover is

removable.

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1 The expansion connector

is where you attach a port replicator (available as an option).

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.

4 The memory-slot cover

covers the memory slot.

5 The battery pack is a

built-in power source for the computer.

6 The battery-pack latch

locks or releases the battery pack.

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

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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 Hard disk in use Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard disk.

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 14.

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

characters (A–Z) are entered in capital letters without using the Shift key. You enable or disable the 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 33 for

details.)

Blinking green

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

7 Power on Green Indicates that the computer is operational. This

indicator is on when the computer is on and not in suspend mode.

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ThinkPad Features

Your ThinkPad Model 560X computer features a diskette drive that is attached externally. Your computer also has unique keyboard functions and utility programs for easy configuration. This section describes the following features:

Keyboard ThinkPad utilities Online book

Attaching the External Diskette Drive

External diskette drive

Turn off the computer.

Make sure you turn off the computer. Otherwise, the computer will not recognize the external diskette drive when computer power is turned on.

Open the cover on the external-diskette-drive connector.

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Attach the cable to the external diskette drive; then to the external-diskette-drive connector on the side of the computer.

Press the sides of the connector 1 as you connect it to the devices 2 .

Turn on the computer.

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Keyboard Functions

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

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.

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 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 corresponds to the applying pressure you apply to the stick. The function of the click buttons depends on the software you are using.

Fn key Function

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

not

move. The speed at which the pointer moves

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

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

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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).

Changing the Cap

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Key Combination

+ (Only for OS/2 or Windows users)

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

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. Set up the Fn key this way, select the

Accessibility ( ) button in the ThinkPad Configuration program window, or type PS2 FNS E at the command prompt.

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

Feature Meaning

Fuel-Gauge display on or off

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

The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before you can use this key combination.

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.

this mode, see “Using the Power-Saving Modes” on page 33.

F12

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

this mode, see “Using the Power-Saving Modes” on page 33.

LCD/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:

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

Power-Saving Modes” on page 33 for more information.

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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

88 99

NumLk

F11 F12

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

F11 F12

PgUpPgUp

PgDnPgDn

Alt Ctrl

{

DelDelInsIns

Shift

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ThinkPad Utilities

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

Easy-Setup This section summarizes these utilities.

ThinkPad Configuration Program

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:

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

ThinkPad Configuration program

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

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

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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 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:

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1 The One-Touch Setup buttons

2 The Power Mode buttons

3 The Display Device buttons

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

6 The View Angle buttons

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

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

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

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 triangular 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 c:ThinkPad> prompt.

The “ThinkPad Configuration” online help window appears:

C:\>PS2 ?

US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

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

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

1.Power Management related

PMode, SErial, DDC, CARD,

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@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 MIN > Nul PS2 STandby 3 > Nul PS2 IR OFf > Nul PS2 SErial OFf > Nul

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.

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Easy-Setup

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

Your computer provides a user-friendly program called

Easy-Setup

, which allows you to select various setup parameters. 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 restart.

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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.

Easy-Setup Menus

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

Changing the Screen Color

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 50.

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

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Pressing the Start up button displays the “Start up” submenu. It is used to change the startup sequence of your computer.

You can change the startup sequence of the drives 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.

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:

Attention

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 at the bottom of the screen.

Select the first device you want for the startup sequence; 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

Getting Familiar with Your Computer

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 126.

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

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

Using PC Card Resolving system resource conflicts Solving computer problems

Installing software To start the online book, double-click on ThinkPad Information;

then ThinkPad 560X Online Book. The online book appears. Go to the section you want, and make a

printout if necessary.

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Backing Up Your System

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

Recovery CD

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 130.)

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 128.)

Keeping Your Computer from Being Damaged

Your computer is a delicate device that requires careful handling. To keep it from being damaged, keep these precautions in mind:

Do not force the LCD to open flat. Do not allow your computer to be subject to any physical shock. Do not place anything heavy on your computer. Do not pour liquid onto your computer.

Keep the computer at least 13 cm (5 in.) away from any electrical appliance that generates a strong magnetic field, such as a motor, magnet, TV, refrigerator, or large audio speakers.

Use your computer only when temperatures are between 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). When operating with diskettes, use your computer only between 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)

Do not disassemble the computer.

Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the LCD surface.

If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time, the battery pack and keep it in a cool place.

Insert diskettes straight into the external diskette drive. Inserting them at an angle can damage the front of the drive.

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Do not place more than one diskette label on a diskette. Two or more labels can cause a label to tear apart inside the external diskette drive and damage the drive.

Occasionally clean your computer as follows:

Use a soft cloth moistened with nonalkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer.

Gently wipe the LCD with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent.

Carrying the Computer

When carrying your computer, you need not power it off.

When carrying it a short time, put the computer in suspend

mode.

When carrying it a long time, put the computer in hibernation

mode.

There is an optional carrying bag for your ThinkPad 560X computer.

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This chapter describes battery pack operations.

Using the Battery Pack ....................... 29

Charging the Battery Pack .................... 29

Monitoring the Battery Status .................. 29

Using the Battery Status Indicator .............. 30

Using the Fuel-Gauge Program ............... 32

Saving Battery Power ........................ 33

Using the Power-Saving Modes ................. 33

Customizing the Power Management .............. 38

Setting the Suspend Timer .................. 38

Enabling Hibernation Mode .................. 39

Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode .. 40

Considerations for Suspend Mode .............. 40

Considerations for Hibernation Mode ............ 42

Notes for Reinstalling or Installing the Operating System 43

Using Other Battery Saving Methods .............. 45

Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 46

28 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997

Using the Battery Pack

This section describes how to charge your battery pack, display its status. or replace it.

Charging the Battery Pack

You can charge the battery pack when the AC Adapter is connected to the computer and the battery pack is installed. You must charge the battery pack in any of the following conditions:

Notes:

1. Before you charge the battery pack, ensure that its temperature is at

2. If the battery pack has not been used for a long time, it will not be fully

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If you purchase a new battery pack.

If the battery status indicator starts blinking

If the battery pack has not been used for a long time.

least 10°C (50°F).

charged with only a single charging. You will have to completely discharge it; then recharge it three to six times to maximize battery operating time.

Monitoring the Battery Status

You can monitor the battery status through the battery status indicator and the Fuel-Gauge program.

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Using the Battery Status Indicator

The battery status indicator shows the current status of the battery pack (only when the battery is installed).

Compare the battery status indicator with the following table to determine the condition of your battery.

Status Condition

Green Enough power remains for operation. Orange The battery pack is being charged. Blinking

orange

Off The battery pack is not installed.

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

The computer is turned off or is in suspend mode

when the AC Adapter is not connected.

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Attention

You should take corrective actions when the battery status indicator is

blinking orange

, and your computer sounds three consecutive beeps. (If your computer enters suspend mode because of a low-battery condition, data in memory might be lost.)

Immediately connect the AC Adapter to the computer

Then take either of the following actions:

To continue your work with AC Adapter, press the Fn key.

or:

To continue your work with a fully charged battery pack, do

the following:

Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. (See “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page 46.)

Press the Fn key.

Disconnect the AC Adapter from the computer.

If you do not take corrective actions within about 30 seconds, the computer will enter suspend mode.

Do not leave the computer in this condition for an extended time. Data in memory will be lost.

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Using the Fuel-Gauge Program

Using the Fuel-Gauge program, you can display the battery status and power mode (High performance, Automatic, or Customized). You also can select suspend or hibernation mode.

To start the Fuel-Gauge program, click on the Fuel-Gauge icon in the ThinkPad Configuration window. The following window appears:

Notes:

1. The “Current Power Mode” icon depends on the power mode.

2. The “Power Source” icon depends on the power source. ( AC Adapter and

3. The “Duration of Remaining Power” does not appear when the AC Adapter is connected.

is for battery pack.)

is for the

You can minimize the window to an icon by clicking on on the status bar of the window. You can toggle between the Fuel-Gauge window and the icon by pressing the Fn+F2 key combination.

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Saving Battery Power

Your battery pack should be useful for approximately 3 years or 300 charge-discharge cycles. The number of years or charge-discharge cycles may vary depending on how efficiently you use your computer. This section describes the following:

Using the Power-Saving Modes

Your ThinkPad computer has three power management modes to save power. You can use your computer under battery power for a considerable length of time by using these power management modes:

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How to use the power management modes. How to use other battery saving methods.

CAUTION

It is not recommended to enter suspend or hibernation mode when your computer is working the following applications:

Playing or recording audio Playing a movie Playing a game Other multimedia application

Stop these application before entering suspend or hibernation mode.

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Standby Mode

In standby mode, the LCD turns off. Also, if a power-saving monitor (Energy Star Monitor) is in use when the computer enters standby mode, the computer activates the monitor's low-power mode.

Your computer enters this mode by default when there is inactivity on your computer for a set duration of time. You can also enter this mode by pressing the Fn+F3 keys.

To return to normal operation, press any key or move the TrackPoint.

Suspend Mode

In this mode, your computer stops all tasks and stores all data in memory. You can enter suspend mode by:

– Pressing the Fn+F4 keys – Closing the cover

– Selecting the Suspend button (

program

) in the Fuel-Gauge

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RediSafe

To prevent loss of data during suspend mode when the battery is critically low, the ThinkPad has a RediSafe function. Once you set this function, the hibernation file is activated each time the computer enters suspend mode, and is ready to enter hibernation mode from suspend mode whenever the battery is low.

Set RediSafe as following:

Windows 95:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on Power Management button ( ).

Select Hibernation tab.

Enable hibernation mode if it is disabled.

Click on the Enable Hibernation.. button.

Click on Create Now; then Close.

Select RediSafe.

Click on OK.

Windows NT, Windows 3.11, or OS/2:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on Power Management button ( ).

Select Suspend/Hibernation/Resume Options button ( ).

Enable the hibernation if it is disabled.

Click on the Enable Hibernation.. button.

Click on OK.

Select RediSafe.

Click on OK.

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Hibernation Mode

In this mode, your computer stops all tasks and stores all data in the hard disk; then it powers off. You should set your computer to this mode when you want to maintain the present operating condition until the next day, for instance.

To use this mode, you have to create a hibernation file with the ThinkPad Configuration program. (See “Enabling Hibernation Mode” on page 39.)

For Windows NT Users

You cannot create a hibernation file in a Windows NT system that uses the NTFS format, the Windows NT default. If you want to use hibernation mode, you should reinstall Windows NT with FAT format.

You can set hibernation mode by doing any of the following:

– Pressing the Fn+F12 keys.

– Selecting the Hibernation button (

) in the Fuel-Gauge

program.

Notes:

1. You cannot enter hibernation mode when you are using the communication network.

2. Hibernation mode might be terminated if you connect your computer to a port replicator or if you use a particular PC Card.

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The following table shows how the indicator behaves in each power management mode:

Indicator

Current Status

Suspend Mode Power-On

Normal operation or standby mode

Suspend mode Green Off Entering or resuming from

suspend mode Power off or

hibernation mode

Off Green

Blinking green Off

Off Off

The following figure shows the relationship between different power management modes, how to switch between them and battery power consumption:

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Customizing the Power Management

This section describes how to customize the power management. Use the power management mode appropriate to your operation.

Setting the Suspend Timer

To set the suspend timer, do the following:

For Windows 95:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Power Management ( ) button.

The “Power Properties” window appears.

Select the Power Mode tab.

The “Power Mode” window appears.

Select Customized.

The bottom gray portion is displayed in black, and you can specify the timeout value in minutes in the Suspend Timer box.

Click on OK.

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

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Power Management ( ) button.

Three buttons appear on the right.

Click on the Power Mode Settings ( ) button.

The “Power Mode Settings” window appears.

Specify the timeout value in minutes in the Suspend Timer box.

Click on OK.

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Enabling Hibernation Mode

To enable hibernation mode, do the following:

For Windows 95:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Power Management ( ) button.

The “Power Properties” window appears.

Select the Hibernation tab.

The “Hibernation” subwindow appears.

Click on Enable Hibernation. (If you have already created a hibernation file, this button appears in gray and you cannot click on it.)

The “Enable Hibernation” subwindow appears.

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Click on Create Now.

Click on Close; then OK.

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

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Power Management ( ) button.

Click on the Suspend/Resume Options ( ) button.

The “Suspend/Resume Options” window appears.

Click on the Enable Hibernation.. button.

Click on OK.

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Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode

When you use a power management mode, you need to consider a few points, especially if you are using the network.

Considerations for Suspend Mode

Consider the following before using suspend mode:

The computer can enter suspend mode when used with the

following operating systems:

– DOS Version 7.0 – OS/2 Warp Version 4 – Microsoft Windows Version 3.11 with DOS Version 7.0 – Microsoft Windows 95 – Microsoft Windows NT 4.0

Important

If you use Windows Version 3.11, ensure that Advanced Power Management (APM) is installed according to the instructions in page 44.

Attached devices, such as a printer or serial device, stop running when the computer enters suspend mode. When you resume normal operation, the output might differ from what you expect, because the device might be reset or lose its configuration settings.

Sometimes you might want to use the computer with the LCD closed —for example, when an external monitor and keyboard are used. In such a case, turn on the computer with the LCD closed or use the ThinkPad Configuration program to set the computer to not enter suspend mode when the LCD is closed.

If the computer resumes normal operation by reaching the ThinkPad Configuration timer setting or because of an incoming call, only a blank screen is displayed. To display a power-on password prompt, press any key or move your pointing device.

If the computer is powered with ac power and is using one of the following IBM PC Cards, it enters

– IBM 3270 Emulation Credit Card Adapter – IBM Token-Ring 16/4 Credit Card Adapter

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– IBM Credit Card Adapter for Ethernet – IBM 5250 Emulation Credit Card Adapter

If other PC Cards are used and the computer enters suspend mode, all application programs stop. Communication also stops for communication PC Cards not in the preceding list. For some PC Cards, power to the PC Cards might also turn off.

If the computer is powered with battery power, the computer turns power off to the PC Card, and communication stops for communication PC Cards, so the duration of suspend mode is longer.

If communication for a PC Card is not reestablished after resuming normal operation, remove and then reinstall the PC Card before restarting the system or application program. For other kinds of PC Cards, if the PC Card or computer does not operate, restart the application or computer.

If the computer is using one of the following IBM modem cards and detects an incoming call while in suspend mode, the computer automatically resumes normal operation:

– IBM 28.8/14.4 Data/FAX Modem – IBM PCMCIA Data/FAX Modem – IBM High Speed PCMCIA Data/FAX Modem – IBM Microelectronics 2.4/9.6 Data/FAX Modem – IBM Microelectronics 14.4/14.4 Data/FAX Modem – IBM Wireless Modem for ARDIS – IBM Wireless Modem for Mobitex – IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD

While a communication link is active, the computer does not enter suspend mode.

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Note:

You must set the Resume on incoming call option in the ThinkPad Configuration program so the computer automatically resumes normal operation.

For Windows 95:

Click on the Battery ( ) button.

Click on the Suspend/Resume options tab.

Select the Resume on incoming call option.

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

Click on the Battery ( ) button.

Click on the Suspend/Hibernation/Resume options ( ) button; then select the Resume on incoming call option.

For DOS: Enter PS2 RI E

Considerations for Hibernation Mode

Consider the following before using hibernation mode:

Do not run any tasks while the hibernation file is being created.

The computer uses battery power to enter hibernation mode. Therefore, it reserves some battery power when it is set to enter hibernation mode when a low-battery condition occurs. This can cause the battery operating time to be shorter than the time publicly stated.

Do not add or remove memory during hibernation mode. If you do, the computer resumes from hibernation mode without recognizing the changed memory size. To ensure that the computer recognizes the correct memory size, shut down; then restart your operating system.

If the computer is powered with battery power, the computer turns power off to the PC Card when entering hibernation mode. When resuming normal operation, if the PC Card or computer does not operate, restart the application or computer.

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If the computer is powered with ac power, it does not enter hibernation mode if it is using one of the following IBM PC Cards:

– IBM 28.8/14.4 Data/FAX Modem – IBM PCMCIA Data/FAX Modem – IBM High Speed PCMCIA Data/FAX Modem – IBM 3270 Emulation Credit Card Adapter – IBM Token-Ring 16/4 Credit Card Adapter – IBM Credit Card Adapter for Ethernet – IBM 5250 Emulation Credit Card Adapter – IBM Microelectronics 2.4/9.6 Data/FAX Modem – IBM Microelectronics 14.4/14.4 Data/FAX Modem – IBM Wireless Modem for ARDIS – IBM Wireless Modem for Mobitex – IBM Wireless Modem for Cellular/CDPD

This prevents possible problems from occurring with communication application programs after the computer returns to normal operation.

Note:

If the communication links are still not reestablished, remove and then reinstall the PC Card before restarting the system or application program.

Notes for Reinstalling or Installing the Operating System

When you install an operating system, install it with Advanced Power Management (APM). Also install the ThinkPad Configuration program with the Utility Diskette to use power management mode.

Note: To install the software, see the online book.

If you are using Windows 95 or OS/2,

in your computer.

APM is automatically installed

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If you are using DOS,

APM is automatically installed in your computer. To verify that the computer has installed APM correctly, type power at the command prompt and press Enter. If a screen similar to the following appears, APM is successfully installed.

Power Management Status

---------------------- Setting = ADV: REG

CPU: idle 32% of time.

AC Line Status : OFFLINE

Battery status : High

If not, add the following line to your CONFIG.SYS file, using a text editor such as the DOS Editor:

DEVICE=C:\DOS\POWER.EXE

If you are using Windows 3.11

, follow these instructions to check

and install APM for Windows:

Start the computer.

Make sure that the current directory is Windows (usually C:\WINDOWS>).

Type SETUP at the command prompt and press Enter.

The following appears:

Windows Setup ===============

If your computer or network appears on the Hardware Compatibility List with an asterisk next to it, press F1 before continuing.

System Information Computer: MS-DOS System

Display: MagicGraph128XD 8 ×6 256 small font Mouse: Microsoft, or IBM PS/2

If MS-DOS System with APM appears for the item Computer:, APM is already installed. Press F3 to exit the setup.

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Using the Arrow keys (↑ , ↓ ), position the highlighted cursor over MS-DOS System and press Enter.

Position the highlighted cursor over MS-DOS System with APM and press Enter.

Verify that the item Computer has changed to MS-DOS System with APM on the screen. If not, return

to step 3.

Windows Setup ===============

If your computer or network appears on the Hardware Compatibility List with an asterisk next to it, press F1 before continuing.

System Information

Computer: MS-DOS System with APM Display: MagicGraph128XD 8 ×6 256 small font Mouse: Microsoft, or IBM PS/2

Press Enter to install APM.

Restart the system to make APM effective.

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Another battery-saving method is to decrease the LCD brightness. You can use the ThinkPad Configuration program to decrease the

brightness of the LCD by clicking on the LCD ( selecting Normal for Brightness (battery operation) in the window that appears.

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Replacing the Battery Pack

To replace the battery pack, do as follows:

Power off your computer or connect the AC Adapter.

Close the LCD and turn the computer over.

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Slide the battery pack latch 1 ; then slide the battery pack toward the front of the computer and remove the battery pack.

Align the guides on the fully charged spare 1 with the guides on the computer 2 ; then slide the battery pack into the computer.

Fully press the battery pack into the computer. When it is fully installed, the battery pack latch 3 automatically locks into place.

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Turn the computer over again; then open the LCD.

You have finished replacing the battery pack.

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

mode. When you use the PC Card, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. If this happens, power off the computer.

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Chapter 3. Protecting Your Computer

This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft or unauthorized use. It also describes how to display your personal information, such as your name or address, on the password prompt screen.

Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Entering a Password ....................... 50

Setting a Password ........................ 51

Changing and Removing a Password ............. 54

For a Power-On Password or HDD Password ....... 54

For a Supervisor Password .................. 56

Using the Personalization Editor .................. 60

Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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Using Passwords

Entering a Password

The password-setting feature prevents 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 will not be able to use the computer unless you type the correct password. You can set the following passwords on your computer:

The power-on password protects your computer from being

used by unauthorized persons.

The hard disk password protects the data on your hard disk

from being accessed by unauthorized persons.

The supervisor password protects the system information stored in Easy-Setup and also makes your computer tamper-resistant.

Once you set a password, a password prompt appears at the top left corner of the screen. This prompt appears each time you turn on your computer or when your computer returns from suspend mode to normal operation.

However, a password prompt is not displayed if the computer returns to normal operation by a preset timer or an incoming call on the modem, in which case you will have to display it by pressing a key or moving the pointing device.

To enter a password, do the following:

Type your password.

The symbol appears each time you press a key. Don't hold down a key too long, since the same character will be entered continuously.

Press the Enter key.

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

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To set a password, do the following:

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Start Easy-Setup.

Press and hold F1; then turn on the computer.

Hold F1 until the “Easy-Setup” menu appears.

Click on Password in the “Easy-Setup” menu. The “Password” submenu appears:

Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the power-on password.

Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the hard disk drive (HDD) password.

Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the

supervisor password.

Note: An unlocked keylock icon indicates a password that is

not yet set.

Click on the type of password you want to set: Power-On, HDD, or Supervisor.

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Type your desired appropriate password.

Note: You can type a maximum of 7 random characters using

a combination of letters (A to Z) and numbers (0 to 9). Uppercase and lowercase letters (for example, A and a) are treated as the same characters.

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

Press Enter. The “Password Confirmation” submenu appears:

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Type your password again to verify it; then press Enter again.

Note: The following submenu appears if you are setting the

hard disk or the supervisor password, reminding you to write down the password on a piece of paper and to keep it in a safe place.

Your password is set.

Do Not Forget Your Password

If you forget your hard disk or supervisor password, there is no way to reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You have to take your computer to an IBM authorized

reseller or an IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk or the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required for the service. Neither an IBM authorized reseller nor IBM marketing representative can make the hard disk drive usable.

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Changing and Removing a Password

For a Power-On Password or HDD Password

This security feature prevents someone from removing a password and using your computer. To remove a password, do the following:

Turn off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds; then turn on the computer.

The password prompt appears.

To change the password, go to the next step. To remove the password, go to step 5 on page 55.

Type your current password and press the Spacebar.

To change the password, type the new password; then press the Spacebar.

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Type the new password again to verify it; then press Enter.

The following submenu appears and system starts.

Note: Write down the password on a piece of paper and keep

it in a safe place.

You have changed your password. Skip the remaining steps.

Type your current password and press the Spacebar.

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For a Supervisor Password

Press Enter.

The following submenu appears and system starts.

You have removed your password.

Start Easy-Setup.

Press and hold F1; then turn on the computer.

Hold F1 until the password prompt appears.

Enter the supervisor password.

The “Easy-Setup” menu appears.

Select Password on the menu.

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Select Supervisor.

To change the password, go to the next step. To remove the password, go to step 10 on page 58.

Enter the current password and press the Spacebar.

Type the new password; then press the Spacebar.

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Type the new password again to verify it; then press

Enter.

Note: The following submenu appears and reminding you to

write down the password on a piece of paper and keep it in a safe place.

Press Enter again.

Click on Exit; then Restart.

The supervisor password has been changed. Your computer restarts. Skip the remaining steps.

Enter the current password and press the Spacebar.

Press Enter.

Click on Exit.

Select Restart.

The supervisor password has been removed. Your computer restarts.

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Power-on Password with Supervisor Authority

You can remove a power on password (even if you don't know it) if you know the supervisor password.

Power on the computer by pressing F1. The password prompt appears.

Enter the supervisor password. The “Easy-Setup” menu appears.

Select Password on the menu.

Select Power on on the menu.

Type the supervisor password; then press Spacebar.

Press Enter. The “Password Confirmation” submenu appears:

Press Enter again.

Click on Exit; then select Restart. Your computer restarts. The power-on password has been removed.

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Using the Personalization Editor

With the Personalization Editor, you can display such personal information as your name and address on the screen each time you power on your computer. This feature helps you to identify your computer when identical computers are being used in your location, or to deter theft.

A personalized password-prompt screen consists of two parts: the

personal data area

1 and the

background bitmap area

2 .

ThinkPad

John Smith IBM Corporation 123-456-789 1234-56 Big Road, New York

If you find this computer, please contact the above address.

ThinkPad

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To register your name, address, and company on the Personalization Editor, do the following:

Note: To display this information, the power-on password must already

have been set.

Turn on the computer.

Make a backup copy of the DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette using your operating system's diskcopy command.

Insert the backup copy of the DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette into the diskette drive.

Open the Personalization Editor

Click on Start.

Move the cursor to Programs, ThinkPad: then click on Personalization Editor.

The following window appears:

Personalization Editor

Personal Data Background Preview

Help

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Click on Personal Data and type in the necessary information into the boxes.

If you want to create the background bitmap, do as follows, otherwise, go to step 10.

Select Background in the “Personalization Editor” window.

Windows Paintbrush automatically opens.

Draw an image or color the background.

Your bitmap size must be 160 by 100 pels. To change the size, select Open and then Image Attribute. Specify a Width of 160, Height of 100, and set Unit to pels.

Select File and save Save As to save the and name your drawing as a 16-color bitmap file on the backup copy of the DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette.

Note: For preview the actual full-size of the screen, select Preview.

Press Enter to return the previous window.

Turn off the computer.

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Insert the backup copy of the DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette into the diskette drive; then turn on the computer.

Select Update personalization data at the menu window; then follow the instruction on the window.

Your data will be copied from DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette and stored in the nonvolatile memory in the computer.

After the data is stored, turn off the computer.

Set your password if you have not set yet.

Click on Help for more information.

The information that you typed in will be displayed the next time you power on.

Delete a Personalization Screen

To delete a personalization screen from the password-prompt screen as follows:

Turn off the computer.

Insert the backup copy of the DOS, Personalization Utility Diskette into the diskette drive; then turn on the computer.

Select Delete personalization data from the menu; then follow the instructions on the screen.

After the data is updated, restart the computer.

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Using Locks

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

To attach a lock, do the following:

Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole 1 on the rear of the computer; then secure the chain on the lock to a secure stationary object.

Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the

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

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This chapter provides information about how to attach external devices or to increase memory.

Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Installing the Memory Option .................. 66

Using an External Pointing Device ................. 70

Disabling the TrackPoint III ................... 74

Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor ...... 75

Attaching the Monitor ....................... 75

Using SVGA Video Mode .................... 79

Using a PC Card ........................... 81

Installing the PC Card ...................... 82

Installing the PC Card Device Driver ............ 85

Installing the PC Card Modem .................. 87

Using CardWorks** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Wizard Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

PC Card Properties Window ................. 92

Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Slot Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Using the Audio Features ...................... 98

Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function ... 99

Using Infrared Communication ................... 101

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Increasing Memory

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 (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).

Installing the Memory Option

Turn off the computer; then remove the battery pack, disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer.

Turn the computer over.

Remove the screw on the memory slot 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 right side of the socket, insert the DIMM, at an angle of approximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly

1 .

Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place 2 .

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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 the 32 MB DIMM you should see the following:

6496 KB OK

You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.

Notes:

1. For the following status, turn off the computer and go to page 66 to reinstall the DIMM and do the memory test with Easy-Setup (see page

25).

If a 21 error code appears under the memory count.

48576 KB OK

2 1

If the total memory size is not the same as the value you calculated.

2. If you changed the memory installed in the computer, you need to create a new hibernation file.

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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: 1MB=1024KB

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

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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Using an External Pointing Device

Numeric keypad

Mouse

You can attach an external numeric keypad, a mouse, or an external

External keyboard

keyboard directly to the external-input-device connector ( rear of the computer.

) on the

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Attaching a Mouse

You can use both the IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse and TrackPoint III as the pointing device. For other mouse types, see the following attention note.

Attention

When you connect a mouse other than an IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse, turn off the computer. Then go to “Disabling the TrackPoint III” on page 74.

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.

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Note:

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

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

not work if it is connected directly to the computer.

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.

It will

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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 .

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Disabling the TrackPoint III

A serial mouse connected to the serial port or a device that is not compatible 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:

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Keyboard/Pointing Device ( ) 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 computer LCD output with SVGA (800-by-600 resolution) video mode and 256K 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.

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 79 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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CAUTION

It is not recommended to change the LCD type while a moving picture is being drawn, for example, 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 ThinkPad Configuration program. Select one of the following display output types:

LCD ( ):

The computer output is displayed only on the

LCD of the computer.

External Display ( ):

The computer output is displayed

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

display output type 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 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

Using 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 External Display to display information on

the external monitor.

– Type PS2 SC LCD to display information 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

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 ThinkPad Configuration program. In this case, restart your computer to make screen size fit the display.

function is available with the ThinkPad

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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 expansion

function. You can expand 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.

Using SVGA Video Mode

Your ThinkPad 560X 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 monitor

(LCD or Both)

Resolution Supported Color Depth

640x480 16; 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216 800x600 256; 65,536; and 16,777,216 1024x768

(virtual screen) 256 and 65,536

Displaying output on the monitor (External Display)

Resolution

640x480

800x600

1024x768

Supported Color Depth

256

65,536 256

16,777,216 256 65,536

Frame Rate

60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz16,777,216

60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz65,536

60 Hz, 70 Hz, or 75 Hz

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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), or a single lower slot.

Type I

Type II

PC Card one in either slot (you

Type III

PC Card in the

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Installing the PC Card

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

Open the the PC Card slot cover.

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

Note:

If you are using a PC Card with a XJACK 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.

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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 left. 2 .

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The following CardWizard** information panel pops up and informs you about the new card.

You have completed to setup the PC Card. You can use the PC Card.

When you install the PC Card modem, “Location Information” windows appears. Go to “Installing the PC Card Modem” on page 87.

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Note

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

Installing the PC Card Device Driver

Install the device driver as follows:

Click on OK in the “Select Installation Preference” window.

The following window appears.

Insert the device driver (or option) diskette for the PC Card into the diskette drive.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Functional Highlights

Safety Information

Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer

Identifying the Hardware Features

System-Status Indicators

ThinkPad Features

Attaching the External Diskette Drive

Keyboard Functions

ThinkPad Utilities

Online Book

Backing Up Your System

Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only)

Diskette Factory

Keeping Your Computer from Being Damaged

Chapter 2. Using Battery Power

Using the Battery Pack

Charging the Battery Pack

Monitoring the Battery Status

Saving Battery Power

Using the Power-Saving Modes

Customizing the Power Management

Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode

Using Other Battery Saving Methods

Replacing the Battery Pack

Chapter 3. Protecting Your Computer

Using Passwords

Entering a Password

Setting a Password

Changing and Removing a Password

Using the Personalization Editor

Using Locks

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Increasing Memory

Installing the Memory Option

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