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Contents
Finding information in this Online User's Guide .......... v
Chapter 1. Using your computer outside your home country 1
Changing the date and time ...................... 1
Power cord requirements ....................... 2
Chapter 2. Using the features of your computer ....... 5
Using the Norton Mobile Essentials ................. 6
Using Before You Go ........................ 7
Using the audio features ....................... 9
Using the built-in modem features ................. 11
Using the 56-Kbps modem .................... 14
Telephony features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the Auto Answer feature ................. 16
Viewing a DVD movie ........................ 18
Chapter 3. Protecting your computer ............. 21
Protecting your computer ...................... 22
Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using mechanical locks ....................... 22
Chapter 4. Using your computer with a battery pack .... 25
Using the battery pack ........................ 26
Charging the battery pack .................... 26
Monitoring the battery status ................... 26
Saving battery power ........................ 30
Using the power management modes ............. 30
Customizing power management ................ 37
Considerations when using a power management mode .. 40
Using other battery-saving methods .............. 43
Chapter 5. Using your computer with a PC Card ...... 45
Using a PC Card ........................... 46
PC Card types ........................... 46
PC Card support software ...................... 49
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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Using a PC Card in Windows 95 (with CardWorks) ....... 52
Self-check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Stopping the PC Card ...................... 56
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Using a PC Card in Windows NT (with CardWizard) ...... 58
Self-check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Hot swapping the PC Card .................... 61
Enhanced power management ................. 62
Stopping the PC Card ...................... 63
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Chapter 6. Resolving system resource conflicts ...... 65
Resource conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Resolving a resource conflict .................. 65
Default resource assignments ................... 70
Default IRQ assignments ..................... 71
System resources and IRQs ................... 71
Chapter 7. Frequently asked questions ............ 75
Frequently asked questions ..................... 75
Chapter 8. Installing software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Installing a new operating system and its device drivers .... 84
Installing software for Windows 98 ................. 85
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Installing Microsoft Windows 98 ................. 86
Installing software for Windows 95 ................. 88
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 ................. 90
Installing software for Windows NT Version 4.0 ......... 95
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Installing Microsoft Windows NT ................ 96
Chapter 9. Using system management ............ 99
Using system management ..................... 100
System-management features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Intel WfM full support ....................... 101
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Desktop Management Interface (DMI) ............. 101
Remote program load (RPL) ................... 102
Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) ............. 102
Wake on LAN ........................... 103
Waking up from suspend mode by an incoming call ..... 103
Universal Management Agent .................. 104
Asset ID EEPROM ........................ 105
Setting up system-management features ............. 105
Enabling or disabling Wake on LAN .............. 105
Automatic power-on startup sequence ............. 107
Enabling or disabling a Flash (POST/BIOS) update from the
network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Appendix A. Using PS2 commands .............. 111
Using PS2 Command ........................ 111
Syntax rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
PS2 commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Appendix B. Using modem commands ............ 119
Modem commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Running commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Command format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
AT commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Extended AT commands ..................... 122
V.42bis commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Modem response codes ....................... 124
S registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Appendix C. Handling the ThinkPad .............. 131
Handling tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
ThinkPad don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
ThinkPad do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Cleaning your computer ..................... 133
Carrying your computer ..................... 133
Extending your computer's battery life ............. 134
Ruggedized mobile computers ................. 135
Ergonomics information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Appendix D. Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
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Customer support and service ................... 139
Help at the ThinkPad Web site ................. 139
Help by telephone ......................... 140
ThinkPad EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Getting help around the world .................. 141
Fax information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Electronic support services .................... 142
Purchasing additional services ................. 144
Enhanced PC Support Line ................... 144
900-number operating system and hardware support line .. 145
Network and Server Support Line ................ 145
Ordering support line services .................. 145
Warranty and repair services .................. 146
Obtaining IBM operating system updates ........... 147
Getting update diskettes ..................... 147
Ordering publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Appendix E. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Edition notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Appendix F. Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
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Finding information in this Online User's Guide

The following topics are covered in this the topic you want to read:
Changing the date and time
Ergonomics information
Frequently asked questions Getting service Handling tips
Installing a new operating system and its device drivers
Power cord requirements
Setting the modem
Using the audio features
Using the battery pack
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Using passwords
Using a PC Card
Using system management
Viewing a DVD movie
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Chapter 1. Using your computer outside your home country

This section provides necessary information if you are using the computer outside the region where you purchased it.
Changing the date and time ...................... 1
Power cord requirements ....................... 2

Changing the date and time

Note
If you are a U.S. user, you should use the Norton Mobile Essentials for the location settings. For details
Norton Mobile Essentials.
You need to change the date and time settings if you go to a different time zone.
1
In the Windows 98 desktop, click Start, move the cursor to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
Using the
2
Double-click Date/Time.
3
Set the current date and time.
4
Click the Time Zone tab. Click , and select the region closest to your location from the
list. Press Enter.
Note: If you do
for daylight saving time, clear the check box.
5
Click OK.
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not
want the clock to be automatically adjusted

Power cord requirements

To use the AC Adapter outside the region where you purchased your computer, you need an ac power cord that is certified for the region you are visiting. You can purchase one through an IBM authorized reseller or IBM marketing representative in that region.
Attention
The use of an improper power cord might cause severe damage to your computer.
For 2-pin power cords:
Part number Country or region
13H5264
13H5267
13H5270
13H5273 Japan 13H5276 13H5279 Bangladesh, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka
Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Korea (South), Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad (West Indies), United States of America, Venezuela
Abu Dhabi, Albania, Antigua, Bahrain, Brunei, Dubai, Fiji, India, Ireland, Kenya, Kuwait, Macao, Malaysia, Nigeria, Oman, People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong), Qatar, Singapore, United Kingdom
Austria, Bosnia-Herzogovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Macedonia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Yugoslavia
Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay
For 3-pin power cords:
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Part number Country or region
02K0539 People's Republic of China (other than Hong Kong) 76H3514
Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay
Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Curacao, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador,
76H3516
Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Korea (South), Liberia, Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad (West Indies), United States of America, Venezuela
Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzogovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Finland, France,
76H3518
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Macao, Macedonia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Yugoslavia
76H3520 Denmark 76H3522
Bangladesh, Myanmar, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka
Abu Dhabi, Albania, Antigua, Bahrain, Brunei, Dubai,
76H3524
Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Singapore, United
Kingdom 76H3528 Switzerland, Liechtenstein 76H3530 Chile, Ethiopia, Italy, Libya 76H3532 Israel 76H3535 Korea
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Chapter 2. Using the features of your computer

This section provides necessary information if you are using the various features of your ThinkPad computer.
Using the Norton Mobile Essentials ................. 6
Using Before You Go ........................ 7
Using the audio features ....................... 9
Setting the volumes with device drivers ........... 10
Using the built-in modem features ................. 11
Using the 56-Kbps modem .................... 14
Telephony features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the Auto Answer feature ................. 16
Viewing a DVD movie ........................ 18
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Using the Norton Mobile Essentials

Your ThinkPad computer provides the Norton Mobile Essentials, which enable you to manage your ThinkPad location settings easily. When you travel with your ThinkPad computer, the Norton Mobile Essentials can help you with ThinkPad location settings.
The Norton Mobile Essentials include the following features:
Before You Go is for learning about the power cord and modem requirements of your destination country or region. Use Checklists to plan for your trip effectively. Before You Go also contains many international phone numbers for travel services and links to Web sites with additional information about your destination.
Location Controller is for setting up all of the location-sensitive settings, such as modem properties, time and date, time zone, printer, and so forth. Once you set up a location, you don't have to set it up again.
Connection Doctor is for resolving any problem you might have with your modem connection at your destination.
To use the Norton Mobile Essentials, do the following:
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Programs and Norton Mobile Essentials; then click Norton Mobile Essentials.
The main window appears:
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You can activate all the features from this window, or you can launch each feature individually from the Norton Mobile Essentials program group. For more detail on the Norton Mobile Essentials, click Help.
Note: You might need to install the Norton Mobile Essentials from
the hard disk drive or the Software Selections CD before you use it for the first time.

Using Before You Go

To start Before You Go, do the following:
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Programs and Norton Mobile Essentials.
3
Click Norton Mobile Essentials Before You Go.
To check the power cord and modem requirements for your
destination:
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a) Click Destination.
b) Select your location from the list.
To use the various checklists to plan your trip or to obtain
travel services: a) Click Checklist.
b) Select Guides. View the guides in the window.

Using Location Controller

To start the Location Controller, do the following:
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Programs and Norton Mobile Essentials.
3
Click Norton Mobile Essentials Location Controller.
4
To create a new location, click New and follow the instructions on the window.
Note: See the following IBM Web site for the latest
information about your modem's status for international use:
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad
Notes:
1. Make sure that you set up the location for your so that you can switch back to those settings easily when you return from your trip.
2. For the best location settings, always use the Location Controller when you set up a new location. If your Internet dialer application also has location settings, it will adjust its settings based on the Location Controller settings in most cases. You need to choose additional location settings in your Internet dialer application, such as a local phone number.
3. If you are using a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) such as IBM WorkPad, do not allow the Location Controller to adjust the windows clock automatically. This might lead to unwanted changes in your PDA calendar.
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home
or
office
,

Using the audio features

Your computer is equipped with the following:
A -inch (3.5-mm) diameter external monaural microphone jack. A -inch (3.5-mm) diameter stereo headphone or an
external-powered speaker jack.
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 8 KHz to 48 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.
Game compatibility. You might select Sound Blaster Pro for the audio adapter in the sound setup for a game.

Setting the volume

You can customize the volume in a volume control window, which appears when you click the small speaker icon ( ) on the task bar.
Your computer might provide volume control as part of its hardware—for example, with a volume control knob. If your
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computer does not have a volume control knob, however, you can control volume by pressing the PgUp ( ) or PgDn ( ) key.
For more information about your computer
Note: The value you set with the volume control knob or the Fn +
PgUp or PgDn key combination is the maximum or minimum
value of the volume.
Setting the volumes with device drivers
The volume is also controlled by each device, and you can set it for each device.
Double-click the small speaker icon ( ) at the bottom right of the Windows desktop.
or
Click Start; move the cursor to Program, Accessories, Entertainment; and click Volume Control.
A “Master” window similar to the following appears:
User's Reference
.
After you make any changes, exit the “Master” window.
Note: Dock In and ZV Port are set to mute by default. To use these
functions, clear check boxes.
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Using the built-in modem features

The built-in modem enables you to send or receive data, faxes, and voice over the telephone line. This modem uses a digital signal processor (DSP), and its software can be upgraded, allowing great flexibility. It supports ITU-T V.90 protocols with data rates of 56 Kbps, and K56flex protocol with data rates of 56 Kbps.
You can use the built-in modem only on a public-switched telephone network (PSTN). You cannot use a private branch exchange (PBX) or some other type of digital telephone extension line. If you connect the built-in modem to a line other than PSTN, an error message appears, preventing you from using the line. If you are not sure which kind of phone line you are using, contact your telephone company.
Attention for use overseas
In many regions, you cannot use the built-in modem function
until IBM has received approval from the proper authorities.
Your built-in modem is a worldwide modem and can be used in any region where Postal Telegraph and Telephone (PTT) type approval has been obtained. You can change the modem setting according to the region where you use the modem. If the region you want is not on the Region Selection listing, see http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad on the Internet, and download the newest Region Selection list.
If you are a non-U.S. user, the parameter for using the modem is set automatically during the modem installation. The “Modem Region Selection” window enables you to change the region name to that of the region in which you are actually going to use the built-in modem telephony function. Confirm whether the selection matches the region name in the Dialing Properties listing.
For more information on the use of the built-in modem in a specific region, contact the IBM customer support center in that region.
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Setting the modem

To use the built-in modem, connect one end of the telephone cable to the modem connector; then connect the other end to the telephone outlet on the wall.
Note: To use a DOS modem application in the Windows 95 or
Windows 98 DOS box, disable the infrared port. When you start Windows, the modem automatically starts and is
ready for use. To use the built-in modem outside the region where you purchased
the computer, you must change the region name.
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.
1
In the Windows 98 desktop, click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Settings and click Control Panel.
3
Double-click Modems.
4
Click the Dialing Properties button.
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5
Select the region that you are using your modem, and set other dialing options; then click OK.
Notes:
1. Check the IBM Web site for the latest information. When updates become available, they are posted on:
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad
2. You can also perform the basic modem functions by using the AT commands from the DOS prompt.
AT commands.
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Using the 56-Kbps modem

To take advantage of your modem's 56-Kbps standard protocol (ITU-T V.90), you must first make sure that your Internet service provider (ISP) supports the protocol.
Contact your ISP and determine which 56-Kbps modem protocol it uses.
If your ISP supports the 56-Kbps standard protocol (ITU-T V.90) or K56flex technology, your modem uses the same 56-Kbps protocol. Your modem and your ISP must support the same 56-Kbps protocol, or your maximum connection speed will be limited to V.34 technology.
Significantly higher Internet modem connection speeds up to 56 Kbps require all-digital transmission connections from your ISP to the line card in the central office to which your phone line is connected. The higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating on a specific network implementation is only one of many ways to deliver high-quality voice telephony to customers. Failure of the modem to operate at high speed should not be reported as a fault, unless ordinary voice telephone calls are substandard.
In the U.S., current FCC regulations limit the maximum speed for downstream communication to 56 Kbps. Even though your modem contains 56-Kbps technology, the connect rate in the receive direction might be significantly less than 56 Kbps.
Currently, the 56-Kbps capability is in the receive direction only (from the ISP to your local modem). The transmit or send direction (from your local modem to the ISP) uses V.34 technology.
Note: 56-Kbps transfer rates are not available in all locations. You
must check with your ISP to determine if your area is capable of 56-Kbps transfer rates.

Telephony features

The built-in modem provides the following telephony features:
Industry standard modem support up to 56 Kbps
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Data protocols
Bell 103 (300 bps) Bell 212A (1200 bps) V.21 (300 bps) V22bis (2400 bps) V.22 (1200 bps) V.34bis (33600, 31200 bps)
V.34
(28800, 26400, 24000, 21600, 19200, 16800, 14400, 12000, 9600, 7200, 4800 bps)
K56flex
(downstream only, up to 56000 bps)
V.90 (downstream only, up to 56000 bps)
Error correction protocols
MNP2-4 (Microcom error correction)
V.42 (error-correcting procedures for DCEs using asynchronous automatic dialing and control)
Data compression
V.42bis (DCE data compression)
MNP5 (Microcom data compression)
protocols Miscellaneous
protocols
V.8 (startup sequence)
V.80 (video phone)
Industry standard fax support up to 14.4 Kbps
Fax protocols V.21 Ch 2 (300 bps fax)
V.17 (up to 14.4 kbps fax)
V.29 (9600 bps fax)
V.27ter (4800 bps fax)
Computer telephony function support
– DTMF and pulse dialing – Detecting DTMF digits received from the phone line – Call progress monitoring – An auto-dialing feature – Telephony API (TAPI) support through Windows 98 or
Windows 95
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Telephone answering machine support (Windows 98 and
Windows 95)
– Recording and playback of message and greetings – Answering device with caller ID (North America only) – Modem class-8 AT commands for TAPI calls
Full-duplex speaker phone support (Windows 98 and Windows
95 only)
– Acoustic echo cancellation

Using the Auto Answer feature

If you use a modem communication software program, your modem might need to be set for your computer answer calls from another computer automatically.
Your modem communication software determines how the modem operates with Auto Answer. Some fax programs do not require you to type an AT command to turn Auto Answer on or off. For specific instructions, see the user's guide that came with the communication software.
To start the Auto Answer feature from your communication software, use the command ATS=n. This command tells the modem to answer a call after a certain number of rings. To set the number of rings, replace n with any number from 1 to 255.
Auto Answer
1
. The Auto Answer feature lets
If you do not have a voice modem, turn Auto Answer off when you are not using your modem. Otherwise, callers will be greeted with the modem tone. To turn Auto Answer off, use the command ATS = .
In some communication software programs, you might need to select the “Auto Answer On” or “Auto Answer Off” option to turn off the Auto Answer feature.
Note: If you are using Auto Answer with a fax software program,
setting a high number of rings enables you to answer the telephone before the fax modem answers.
1
This function can be used only where the caller ID services is available. Currently, this service is available only in the U.S. and Canada.
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If your computer came with fax software already installed, use the fax software documentation included in the box your computer came in or the fax software online help for additional information.
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Viewing a DVD movie

Note
You need a DVD-ROM drive and the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase, available as an option, to view a DVD movie.
If you want to view a DVD movie on your computer, you need to set the DVD region code. You can set the region code when you start DVD Express for the first time.
Notes:
1. The DVD movie player program is supported by Windows 98 and Windows 95 OSR2.0 or later version.
2. Some DVD movies might not play in your computer. If it is possible to play another DVD movie in your computer, the problem is not with your computer. Check with the DVD vendor whether there is a problem with the DVD content.
3. You need to disable system timers when viewing a DVD movie to avoid screen blanking.
DVD regional codes
Regional coding is part of the protection strategy for DVD content. The world is divided into six regions. Specific content can be viewed only in a specific region. For example, Region 1 (U.S. and Canada) content should be viewed only in Region 1. The DVD Movie Player Program application is also region-specific.
You must select a region to play DVD content. After you select the region, you can play content only for that region. Be sure to select your correct region.
An incorrect region code setting causes your computer to hang; you can recover your computer only with the Recovery CD.
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Attention
Make sure the first DVD content you play is from the appropriate region. You can verify the region code of the content by looking at the region code symbol on the back of the content packaging. If the first DVD you play is from a region other than the region you selected, your system will no longer play DVD content. Recover your system using the Recovery CD.
To set the region code, do as follows:
1
Click Start, move the cursor to Programs and Mediamatics DVD Express, and then click Mediamatics DVD Player.
The “Select DVD Region” window appears.
2
Select the region code and click OK.
Region Code Region
1 U.S, Canada 2 Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan 3 Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea, Hong Kong 4 Latin America, Australia, New Zealand 5 Former Soviet Union, the rest of Africa, India 6 People's Republic of China (except Hong Kong)
Your computer has been configured to provide the highest quality audio and video playback based on the available system resources. You can alter the default settings, however, by changing the video resolution setting within the Control Panel of Windows 95 or Windows 98.
Note: Some systems do not have enough resources to provide full
quality audio and video playback at all resolution settings. If you experience poor playback performance, adjust the resolution setting to a lower setting.
To view a DVD movie, do the following:
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1
Insert the DVD title into the DVD drive.
2
Click Start, move the cursor to Programs and Mediamatics DVD Express, and then click Mediamatics DVD Player.
The DVD express operation window appears.
3
Click the Play button. The playback window appears.
4
Follow the instructions on the screen. For more information, click the Help button on the operating
window.
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Chapter 3. Protecting your computer

Protecting your computer ...................... 22
Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using mechanical locks ....................... 22
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Protecting your computer

This section provides overall information about how to protect your ThinkPad computer. To protect your computer from theft or unauthorized use, you can use:
Passwords
A mechanical lock
For information on mechanical locks and for more details about passwords

Using passwords

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 power on the computer. You must enter your password at the prompt. You cannnot 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.
User's Reference
.
The supervisor password protects the system information stored in BIOS Setup Utility so that without knowing the password, nobody can change the configuration of the computer.
To use the different passwords, refer to the
User's Reference
.

Using mechanical locks

You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help prevent it from being removed without your permission.
Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole of the computer; then secure the chain on the lock to a stationary object. Refer to the instructions shipped with the mechanical lock.
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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.
If you attach an option, such as ThinkPad 570 UltraBase or port replicator, to your computer, refer to the
User's Reference
for how
you can protect your system by using the mechanical lock.
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Chapter 4. Using your computer with a battery pack

This section provides necessary information if you are using a battery pack.
Using the battery pack ........................ 26
Charging the battery pack .................... 26
Monitoring the battery status ................... 26
Using the battery status indicator .............. 26
Using the Fuel-Gauge program ............... 29
Saving battery power ........................ 30
Using the power management modes ............. 30
Customizing power management ................ 37
Setting the suspend timer ................... 37
Enabling hibernation mode .................. 39
Considerations when using a power management mode .. 40
Considerations for suspend mode .............. 40
Considerations for hibernation mode ............ 41
Notes for reinstalling or installing the operating system .. 42
Using other battery-saving methods .............. 43
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Using the battery pack

If you use your ThinkPad computer with the battery pack, you need to conserve the power for long operation. Your computer is provided with power management for saving battery power, and it always indicates the battery status. This section describes the functions for battery operation.

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 need to charge the battery pack in any of the following conditions:
Notes:
When 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
1. Before you charge the battery pack, ensure that its temperature is at least 10°C (50°F).
2. If the battery pack has not been used for a long time, it will not be fully 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 by using the battery status indicator or the Fuel-Gauge program.
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:
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Status Condition
Green Enough 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.
Off The battery pack is not installed.
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 consecutive beeps. (If your computer enters suspend mode because of a low-battery condition, data in memory might be lost.)
blinking orange
, and your computer sounds three
Immediately connect the AC Adapter to the computer
Then take either of the following actions:
To continue your work with the AC Adapter, press the Fn
key.
.
or:
To continue your work with a fully charged battery pack, do
the following:
1.
Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. (See the
User's Reference
2.
Press the Fn key.
3.
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
You can display the battery status and power mode (High Performance, Automatic, or Customized) by using the Fuel-Gauge program.
If you are using the secondary battery, you can see the secondary battery status by the Fuel-Gauge program. In the Fuel-Gauge program window are with two gauges: 1 is for main battery status and 2 is for secondary battery. The computer uses the secondary battery first. When you are charging batteries, the computer charges the main battery first.
You also can select suspend or hibernation mode. To start the Fuel-Gauge program, click Start, move the cursor to
Program and ThinkPad, and then click Fuel-Gauge. 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. ( is
for the AC Adapter and is for battery pack.)
3. The “Duration of Remaining Power” indicator does not appear
when the AC Adapter is connected.
You can minimize the window to an icon by clicking the icon ( ) at the top of the window. You can toggle between the Fuel-Gauge window and its icon by pressing the Fn+F2 key combination.
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Saving battery power

Using the power management modes

Your battery pack should be useful for approximately 3 years, or 300 charge-discharge cycles. The number of years or charge-discharge cycles might vary depending on how efficiently you use your computer. This section describes the following:
Using the power management modes Using the other battery-saving methods
You can run your computer on battery power for a considerable time by using the power management modes (standby mode, suspend mode, and hibernation mode).
Note: Even if you don't set the low-battery alarm, the charge
indicator will let you know when the battery is low, and then your computer will automatically enter the power-saving mode. This default low-battery behavior is independent of the operating system, so the computer might behave differently from your setting if you set the low-battery alarm. The computer chooses appropriately between your setting and the default setting.
Attention
Do not enter suspend or hibernation mode when your computer is doing any of the following:
Playing or recording audio Playing a movie Playing a game Running any other multimedia application
Stop these applications before entering suspend or hibernation mode.
Standby mode
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For Windows 98 users:
The LCD and external monitor turn off. Also the audio is muted. If no application program is running in the background, the hard disk stops turning.
For Windows 95 users:
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.
You can enter standby mode by:
– Pressing the Fn+F3 keys.
You can return to normal operation by:
– Pressing any key or moving the TrackPoint.
Suspend 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.
If you select the Will not suspend even if LCD is closed check box in the “Power Management Properties” window, the computer does not enter suspend mode when the LCD is closed. Only the LCD turns off.
– Selecting the Suspend button ( ) in the Fuel-Gauge
program.
For Windows 98 users:
Click Start and Shut Down.., and then select Stand by by clicking the radio button.
Note: The term Stand by on the Windows 98 screen has a
different meaning from the term standby in the user's manuals.
Your computer automatically enters suspend mode when:
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– The preset timeout is reached.
For Windows 98 users:
You can set the System standby timer in the “Power Management Properties” window.
For Windows 95 users:
You can set the Suspend Timer in the “Power Properties” window.
– The battery is low.
For Windows 98 users:
You can set the alarm action by specifying Standby for the prompt When the alarm goes off, the computer will:
For Windows 95 users:
If you select the Hibernate when battery becomes low check box in the “Power Management Properties” window, the computer enters hibernation mode when the battery is low.
You can return to normal operation by:
– Pressing the Fn key. – Opening the LCD. – Turning the power switch on.
Your computer automatically returns to normal operation when:
– The preset timeout for the resume timer is reached.
For Windows 98 users:
You can set the timer in Scheduled Tasks.
For Windows 95 users:
You can set the timeout with the resume on timer specification in the “Power Properties” window.
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RediSafe:
To prevent loss of data during suspend mode when the battery is critically low, your ThinkPad computer 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 follows:
From Windows 95 or Windows 98:
1.
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2.
Click the Power Management button ( ).
3.
Click the Hibernation tab.
4.
Enable hibernation mode if it is disabled:
a)
Click the Enable Hibernation.. button.
b)
Click Create Now; then Close.
5.
Select the RediSafe check box.
6.
Click OK.
From Windows NT:
1.
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2.
Click the Power Management button ( ).
3.
Click the Suspend/Hibernation/Resume Options button ( ).
4.
Enable hibernation mode if it is disabled:
a)
Click the Enable Hibernation.. button.
b)
Click OK.
5.
Select the RediSafe check box.
6.
Click OK.
Hibernation mode
Your computer stops all tasks and stores all data in the hard disk; then it powers off. Set your computer to this mode if you want to maintain the present operating condition until the next day, for instance.
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To use this mode, you have to create a hibernation file with the ThinkPad Configuration program. (See Enabling hibernation mode.)
You can enter hibernation mode by:
– Pressing the Fn+F12 keys.
– Clicking the Hibernation button ( ) in the Fuel-Gauge
program.
– Turning the power switch off.
You can enable this option by selecting the Hibernate by power switch check box in the “Hibernation” subwindow of the “Power Management Properties” window.
Your computer automatically enters hibernation mode when:
– The preset timeout is reached. (Windows 95 user only)
If you select the Hibernate by timer check box in the “Hibernation” subwindow and set Suspend timer in the “Power Mode” subwindow, your computer enters hibernation mode when it reaches timeout.
– The battery is low.
For Windows 98 users:
You can set the alarm action by specifying Hibernate for the prompt When the alarm goes off, the computer will:
For Windows 95 users:
If you select the Hibernate when battery becomes low check box, your computer enters hibernation mode when the battery is low.
You can return to normal operation by turning the power on.
For Windows NT users:
You cannot create a hibernation file in a Windows NT system that uses the NTFS file format, the Windows NT default. If you want to use hibernation mode, you should reinstall Windows NT with the FAT file format.
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Notes:
1. Windows 95 users cannot enter hibernation mode when you are using the communication network.
2. Hibernation mode might end if you connect your computer to a port replicator or if you use a particular PC Card.
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 Green
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 power management

This section describes how to customize power management so that you are using the power management mode appropriate to your operation.
Setting the suspend timer
To set the suspend timer, do the following:
For Windows 98:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management ( ) button. The “Power Management Properties” window appears.
3
Click the Power Schemes tab. The “Power Schemes” window appears.
4
Set the length of time for the suspend timer at System standby timers under Settings for Portable/Laptop power scheme.
Note: You can also set the LCD off timers and Hard disk off
timers.
5
Click OK.
For Windows 95:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management ( ) button. The “Power Properties” window appears.
3
Click the Power Mode tab. The “Power Mode” window appears.
4
Select Customized.
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The bottom gray portion is displayed in black, and you can specify the timeout value in minutes in the Suspend Timer box.
5
Click OK.
For Windows NT:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management ( ) button. Three buttons appear on the right.
3
Click the Power Mode Settings ( ) button. The “Power Mode Settings” window appears.
4
Specify the timeout value in minutes in the Suspend Timer box.
5
Click OK.
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Enabling hibernation mode
To enable hibernation mode, do the following:
For Windows 98 and Windows 95:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management ( ) button. The “Power Properties” window appears.
3
Click the Hibernation tab. The “Hibernation” subwindow appears.
4
Click Enable Hibernation. (If you have already created a hibernation file, this button appears in gray and you cannot click it.)
The “Enable Hibernation” subwindow appears.
5
Click Create Now.
6
Click Close; then OK.
For Windows NT:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management ( ) button.
3
Click the Suspend/Resume Options ( ) button. The “Suspend/Resume Options” window appears.
4
Click the Enable Hibernation... button.
5
Click 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:
Before playing audio, it is better to turn off any automatic timers that put the computer into suspend or hibernation mode. In addition, it is better to stop playing audio before entering suspend or hibernation mode. If the computer enters suspend or hibernation mode, data from a running audio program might be lost.
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, power on the computer with the LCD closed, or use the ThinkPad Configuration program to set the computer not to 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 you are using some communication cards and the computer is powered with ac power, your computer enters standby mode rather than suspend mode.
If you are using other PC Cards and the computer enters suspend mode, all application programs stop. 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.
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If communication for a PC Card is not reestablished after normal operation resumes, 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.
Even if you are using a communication card with a ring-resume
function, some cards cannot detect an incoming call. While a communication link is active, the computer does not
enter suspend mode.
If you select the Disable in the hardware profile check box under the Device usage of the General tab in the Advanced Power Management Support area of the “System Properties” window, your computer does not enter suspend mode.
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 and Windows 98:
1.
Click the Power Management ( ) button.
2.
Click the Suspend/Resume options tab.
3.
Select the Resume on incoming call check box.
For Windows NT:
1.
Click the Battery ( ) button.
2.
Click the Suspend/Hibernation/Resume options ( ) button; then select the Resume on incoming call check box.
For DOS:
Enter PS2 RI E
Considerations for hibernation mode
Consider the following before using hibernation mode:
Do not run any other tasks while the hibernation file is being created.
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The computer uses battery power to enter hibernation mode. Therefore, it reserves some battery power if 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, it turns power off to the PC Card when entering hibernation mode. When normal operation resumes, if the PC Card or computer does not operate, restart the application or computer.
If you are using some communication cards and your computer is powered with ac power, the computer does not enter hibernation mode. 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
Install your operating system with Advanced Power Management (APM), and install the ThinkPad Configuration program with the Utility Diskette to use power management mode.
Note: To install the software
and its device drivers.
If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 95,
automatically installed in your computer.
If you are using DOS,
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.
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APM is automatically installed in your
Installing a new operating system
APM is
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

Using other battery-saving methods

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 the LCD ( ) button and selecting Normal for Brightness (battery operation) in the window that appears.
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Chapter 5. Using your computer with a PC Card

This section provides necessary information if you are using the computer with a PC Card.
Using a PC Card ........................... 46
PC Card types ........................... 46
Storage cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Modem cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Network cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SCSI cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Other PC Cards ........................ 47
16-bit PC Cards ........................ 48
CardBus Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
ZV Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
PC Card support software ...................... 49
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Using a PC Card in Windows 95 (with CardWorks) ....... 52
Self-check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Stopping the PC Card ...................... 56
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Using a PC Card in Windows NT (with CardWizard) ...... 58
Self-check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Hot swapping the PC Card .................... 61
Enhanced power management ................. 62
Stopping the PC Card ...................... 63
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
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Using a PC Card

This section explains PC Card functions and interfaces. It describes PC Card support software and explains how to use your PC Card in the operating system that you have installed.
A PC Card enables you to send and receive faxes, communicate through a network, store data, and use other functions. PC Cards can be distinguished by their functions:
Storage cards Modem cards Network cards SCSI cards
Other PC Cards
A PC Card is also distinguished by the interface that supports it. Before you use a PC Card, you need to make sure that your computer supports it.
16-bit PC Card
CardBus Card
2
Zoomed Video Card3 (ZV Card)

PC Card types

Storage cards
An Advanced Technology Attach (ATA) card functions as a hard disk with the Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE) interface. You can transfer data between devices by inserting a card in a PC Card slot just as you would with a diskette in a diskette drive. There are two types of ATA card:
– The ATA hard disk card has a large capacity; you can use
the card as you would an external hard disk.
– The ATA Flash disk card acts as a memory card; you can
use the card to back up your data.
2
CardBus allows PC Cards and your computer to use 32-bit busmastering and to operate at speeds up to 33 MHz.
3
Zoomed Video (ZV) is a connection between a PC Card and your computer that allows the card to write video data directly to the graphics controller. The data is transferred with no buffering requirements, because it is transferred over a ZV port rather than the system bus.
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Modem cards
A fax modem card is used for communication through a telephone line; ac power is not needed. You can use this card to access the PC network or the Internet, or to send a fax.
Network cards
A memory card is used to read or write moderate amounts of
data. There are three types of memory card:
–A static-random-access-memory (SRAM) card backs up
computer memory. The card has its own battery.
–A read-only-memory (ROM) card is used for reading data
only.
–A Flash memory card is a writeable and readable card. No
battery is needed.
A LAN/Network card physically connects PCs in a LAN or
Network. The following LAN-or-Network cards are available:
– An Ethernet card is for constructing a small area network. –A TokenRing card is for constructing a global area network. – An IBM 3270 card and an IBM 5250 card are also available.
An integrated services digital network (ISDN) card is used to
connect your computer to the ISDN network.
SCSI cards
A small computer system interface (SCSI) card connects a SCSI device to your computer. For example, it enables you to use a SCSI disk drive that cannot fit in a small notebook PC.
Other PC Cards
A sound card enables your computer to play music and other
sounds. It typically has an audio and a MIDI in/out connector.
A video capture card captures signals from video devices,
enabling you to use the data in your computer.
There are also multi-function PC Cards, such as the Combo Card and the Multi Function Card.
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PC Card interface

16-bit PC Cards
CardBus Cards
ZV Cards
Most PC Cards are 16-bit PC Cards (PCMCIA 2.0 or 2.1), providing ISA device performance.
The CardBus Card is connected as a PCI device and provides higher performance than the 16-bit PC Card.
The Zoomed Video port interface provides the connection for the ZV Card. The ZV Card enables you to write video data directly to an input port of the graphics controller. The following video-related cards are considered ZV Cards:
Video capture card
MPEG card The ZV Card cannot be used without a PC Card device driver and a
display device driver.
Attention
When you use PC Cards, be aware of the following restrictions:
Although you can insert or remove some PC Cards without powering off the computer (refer to the instructions that came with the PC Card), you during suspend or hibernation mode.
Before removing storage PC Cards from the PC Card slot,
you must power off
PC Card might be corrupted or lost.
Note: According to the operating system, you can stop the
PC Card with the PC Card support software and remove it without powering off the computer. (See the PC Card support software section of each operating system to see how to stop the PC Card.)
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cannot
the computer. Otherwise, data in the
remove or install PC Cards

PC Card support software

ThinkPad PC Card support software enables you to use a PC Card as soon as you insert it into the ThinkPad computer.
Each operating system needs its own ThinkPad PC Card support software, as follows:
Windows 98
: You can use the PC Card without the PC Card support software; the PC Card support function is included within the operating system.
Windows 95 (OSR2.1) Windows NT 4.0
To install the PC Card software
: CardWorks for Windows 95.
: CardWizard for Windows NT.
Installing a new operating
system and its device drivers. The following table shows the PC Cards supported by Windows 98
and the different PC Cards support software:
Windows 98 CardWorks (Windows
952)
16-bit PC Card Supported Supported Supported CardBus Card Supported Supported Supported ZV Card Note 1 Supported Not supported Notes:
1
Check the Web site of the card vendor.
2
The PC Card support software is supported by OEM Service Release Version 2 (OSR2) or a later version.
3
See the SystemSoft Web site for the card list that the CardWizard supports:
http://www.systemsoft.com/catalog/support3.htm
CardWizard (Windows NT 4.0)
3 3
When you insert the PC Card into your ThinkPad computer:
The PC Card support software detects the card and reads the
information about it.
The PC Card support software searches for the corresponding
card service device driver.
The device driver requests the PC Card support software to
allocate such system resources as memory space, I/O port, and
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IRQ. If these resources are available, the support software recognizes the PC Card and you can use it.
If there is a resource conflict, you need to change either the resources or the system configuration:
Either:
Change the requested resources of the PC Card: You can
allocate the available resources by using each operating system or PC Card support software function.
Or:
Change the system configuration: You can change the
system configuration with your operating system or with the ThinkPad Configuration program.
Note: If the PC Card device driver is the PC Card point enabler,
you cannot use the PC Card with ThinkPad PC Card support software. If you cannot set up the PC Card with PC Card support software, check with the card vendor whether the device driver is a client device driver or a point enabler.
For Windows NT, you can select the PC Card support software or other software. For details “Using a PC
Card in Windows NT (with CardWizard).”

Power management

Depending on the function of the PC Card, changing the power state might cause your ThinkPad computer to hang. PC Card support software prevents this occurrence through special handling during power state transition.
The following table approximately indicates the supported power management function depending on the type of PC Card. If you need a power management function, make sure that your PC Card supports the function.
Note: This table shows the power management functions that are
supported by the PC Card support software. Since Windows 98 does not support the PC Card support software, this table does not apply to Windows 98.
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Card type
Modem or network
Other Accepted Accepted Accepted Accepted Note:
Standby mode is always accepted. Windows 98 might change the capability of the power state transition. CardWizard for Windows NT enhances the capability of the power state transition.
Suspend request (Fn+F4) Hibernation request (Fn+F12) ac power Battery power ac power Battery power
Accepted Accepted Not accepted Accepted
For more information about the PC Card support software, go to the appropriate section.
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Using a PC Card in Windows 95 (with CardWorks)

You can make your PC Card easy to use with the PC Card support software called CardWorks. It is supported only by the Windows 95 OEM Service Release Version 2.1 (OSR2.1).
CardWorks minimizes user intervention in configuring many PC Cards. CardWorks with CardWizard provides the following:
Self-check
If you have a problem, refer to this section.
PC Card properties
CardWorks provides various information about your PC Card.
Stopping the PC Card
If you remove the PC Card from your computer, sometimes you need to stop the PC Card.
Help
You can get help for most of the windows.
CardWorks provides Plug and Play mode for using a PC Card. You can use the PC Card in this mode if the device driver of the card is supported by Windows 95.
To start CardWizard, do as follows:
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Programs and CardWorks. Then click CardWizard.
The CardWizard window appears:
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Self-check
This 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.
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 Wizard. Each time you click 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.
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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.
PC Card properties
You can see the attributes, resources, drivers, and memory card utilities that are loaded for PC Card support in the “PC Card Properties” window.
To open the “PC Card Properties” window of the PC Card that you are using, do the following:
1
Select the PC Card in the CardWizard window by clicking it.
2
Click View in the menu bar of the window.
3
Click Properties... in the pop-up menu. The “PC Card Properties” window appears:
The window provides the following information: Attributes
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Attributes
Resources Drivers
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 type of this PC Card. Manufacturer The manufacturer of the PC Card. Size The storage capacity of the PC Card. 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. Port The communication port used by this PC modem
card. If this is not shown, click the Wizard button
and Auto Correct.
Resources
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
CardWizard determines the type of device driver being used. It also displays whether the card is configured by Windows 95 or by CardWorks.
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Card driver Indicates that Plug-and-Play mode is used in
configuring the PC Card. This field is enabled only if the Change card driver box is selected.
Change card driver
Remove from the Plug-and-Play hardware list
Memory card utility
You should been identified and configured successfully.
If this item is enabled (checked), you can select either Plug and Play (if available) or the CardWorks device drivers.
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.
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:
Note: You can also format these cards from the
1.
Open the “PC Card Properties” window.
2.
Click the Memory Card Utility tab.
3.
Enter a Volume Label (if desired).
4.
Click Format Drive/Partition.
5.
Click Start.
This procedure enables you to completely erase an SRAM or a Flash memory card, especially a brand-new card. Make sure to save the data on the card before erasing it.
not
change drivers if your card has
file system with the DOS FORMAT command.
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 invoking stop,
you cannot stop another card until the first stop has either completed or failed.
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Help
You can stop a card as follows:
1
Click the right button on the CardWizard window. A pop-up menu appears.
Note: The stop option appears in gray if the card is already
stopped.
2
Click Stop. The following message appears:
The card has been stopped. You can safely remove the card.
If you press F1 or click the Help button, a glossary of terms and an index of Help items are made available.
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Using a PC Card in Windows NT (with CardWizard)

You can make your PC Card easy to use with the PC Card support software called CardWizard.
CardWizard minimizes user intervention in configuring many PC Cards. CardWizard provides the following:
Self-check
If you have a problem, refer to this section.
PC Card properties
CardWizard provides various information about your PC Card.
Hot swapping the PC Card
You can use a mass-storage, modem, or network PC Card as soon as you insert it into your computer; you do not need to reboot.
PC Card Activator
You can select the PC Card support function of Windows NT rather than CardWizard without uninstalling CardWizard.
Enhanced power management
Depending on the state of your computer, the PC Card type, and the capability of the drivers, CardWizard enhances the transition between power states.
Stopping the PC Card
If you remove the PC Card from your computer, sometimes you need to stop the PC Card.
Help
You can get help for most of the windows.
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Using mass-storage PC Cards
To use a removable mass-storage PC Card such as an ATA, an SRAM, or a Flash memory card for the first time, you need to format the card as follows:
1. Start CardWizard.
2. Select the PC Card that you want to format in the CardWizard window.
3. Click Actions.
4. Click Format...
5. Click Start.
To start CardWizard for Windows NT, do as follows:
1
Start Windows NT 4.0.
2
Click Start.
3
Move the cursor to Programs and CardWizard for Windows NT.
4
Click CardWizard for Windows NT.
The menu bar for the CardWizard window includes File, View, Actions, Options, and Help options. Each option provides CardWizard functions to perform actions with cards, modify user-selected options, and obtain help.
Quick launch
Once you have installed CardWizard for Windows NT, you can start it by clicking the CardWizard icon. The CardWizard menu appears on the taskbar, to the left of the CardWizard icon. Click the menu once with the left mouse button to start the wizard application.
Another way to start CardWizard for Windows NT is to double-click the system tray icon with the left mouse button.
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Self-check
If you have a problem configuring your PC Card, click the Wizard button in the “CardWizard for Windows NT” window.
Each time you click the Wizard button, a series of self-checks is run to ensure 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.
Click this button to fix most PC Card problems. 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.
Note: If the PC Card device driver is the PC Card point enabler, you
PC Card properties
You can see the attributes, resources, drivers, and memory card utilities that are loaded for PC Card support in the “PC Card Properties” window.
cannot use the PC Card with CardWizard. To use such a PC Card, use the PC card support function of Windows NT rather than CardWizard. For details, see PC Card Activator.
To open the “PC Card Properties” window, do the following:
1
Start the CardWizard.
2
Select Properties from the “Actions” menu.
3
From the “Card Information” panel:
a
Click the right mouse button while the cursor is on an inserted card icon.
b
Click Properties.
The “Properties” window provides information about the attributes and drivers associated with the selected PC Card.
Attributes
Slot The slot number and assigned name for the slot
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Name
Card The type of this PC Card Manufacturer The manufacturer of the PC Card Function The function of the PC Card Hot-swappable The capability for hot swapping the PC Card IRQ The interrupt request being used (if relevant) Port The I/O address associated with a communication
port (if relevant)
Capacity The memory or disk capacity of the mass-storage
PC Card (if relevant)
File system The file system of the mass-storage PC Card (if
relevant)
Volume label The volume label of the storage drive in the
mass-storage PC Card (if relevant)
DOS Device The communication port (for example, COM 1) or
drive letter used by this device (if relevant)
When you select device drivers, the following information is displayed:
Driver The full path to the driver for this PC Card Version The version for the current driver
Hot swapping the PC Card
You can use any one of the following PC Cards as soon as you insert it into your computer:
Mass-storage PC Card (ATA, SRAM, or Flash memory) PC Card modem Hot-swappable network PC Card
You determine whether the PC Card is hot-swappable in the “Attribute” subwindow in PC Card Properties.
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PC Card Activator
PC Card Activator is an easy interface for switching between CardWizard and the PC Card support function of Windows NT. To switch to the PC Card support function of Windows NT, do as follows:
1
Start Windows NT.
2
Click Start.
3
Move the cursor to Program and CardWizard for Windows NT.
4
Click PC Card Activator.
5
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: With the PC Card support function of Windows NT, you can
use a PC Card that is not supported by CardWizard. However, you cannot use some PC Cards, such as a CardBus Card, and some PC Card functions, such as network PC Card hot swapping.
Enhanced power management
The principal feature of power management is to save the life of your computer's battery. CardWizard for Windows NT provides enhanced power management in the following ways:
CardWizard maintains system integrity, ensuring the stability of
your computer.
Depending on the state of your computer, the card type, and the capability of the drivers, CardWizard enhances the transition between power states.
See the following table for details:
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ATA, SRAM, and Flash memory card
Modem card LAN card SCSI card
Hot-swappable Non-hot-
swappable
Cold insertion
1
OK OK OK OK OK
Stop Note 2 Note 2 OK Not OK Not OK Standby
OK OK OK OK OK
mode Suspend
Note 2 Note 2 OK Note 3 Note 3
mode Hibernation
Note 2 Note 2 OK Note 3 Note 3
mode
Note:
1
Insertion while the computer is powered off.
2
If the card is in use, you cannot stop it. A warning message appears.
3
The computer enters standby mode instead of entering suspend or hibernation mode.
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 invoking stop,
you cannot stop another card until the first stop has either
completed or failed. To stop a card, select Stop from the “Actions” menu. The stop function powers off the PC Card. If data on the card is lost,
this function is disabled or rejected. This function is related to the power management support of the PC Card; for details, see Enhanced power management.
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Help
If you press F1 or select the Help button, you can get help for most of the windows. A glossary of terms and an index of Help items are also available.
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Chapter 6. Resolving system resource conflicts

Resource conflict

This section describes the default system resources and how to share an IRQ between two devices.
Resource conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Resolving a resource conflict .................. 65
Using the Device Manager .................. 66
Using the BIOS Setup Utility ................. 66
Default resource assignments ................... 70
Default IRQ assignments ..................... 71
System resources and IRQs ................... 71
To use devices, the following system resources are required:
Interrupt request (IRQ):
A signal from the devices to the processor. The system has 16 levels of IRQs.
Direct memory access (DMA):
A mechanism to help the overall system performance by transferring data between memory and devices without processor intervention. The system has eight DMA channels.
The IRQ levels, DMA channels, and I/O addresses must be configured without introducing conflict among devices. When you add new devices to your ThinkPad computer, you might exceed the number of IRQs or DMAs allowed in the operating system.
This section explains how to resolve such a resource conflict.
Note: For details of the default resource mapping, refer to Default
resource assignments.

Resolving a resource conflict

You can resolve a resource conflict easily with the ThinkPad Configuration program, which notifies you if there is a resource conflict and enables you to disable devices that are in conflict. The ThinkPad Configuration program tries to maintain the hardware
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configuration by managing the system resources automatically. In some cases, you might have to disable one device in order to use the another device.
To resolve the resource conflict, you can also use the Device Manager or the BIOS Setup Utility.
Using the Device Manager
To open the Device Manager:
1.
Click Start.
2.
Move the cursor to Programs and Settings, and then click Control panel.
3.
Double-click System.
4.
Click the Device Manager tab.
You can also access the Device Manager from the ThinkPad Configuration program. There is a Device Manager button in each ThinkPad Configuration submenu window.
For details about the device, select the device and click Properties. General information as well as information on drivers and resources is displayed. For example, from the “Driver” window, you can see the device driver version, and you can update the driver.
If there is an X on the left side of the device, the device is disabled. To enable the device, select it and click Properties. You can see whether the device can be enabled. To change the default configuration setting, click Resources.
If ! is on the left side of the device, the device has a problem. To resolve the problem, select the device and click Properties.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility
This section describes the items in the Advanced submenu of the Config menu of the BIOS Setup Utility.
Only the PCI configuration is a unique function of the BIOS Setup Utility. You can set up the other functions with the ThinkPad
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Configuration program. The settings in the ThinkPad Configuration program take precedence over those in the BIOS Setup Utility.
Notes:
1. Here are the meaning of
Enabled
and
Enabled: The function is configured Disabled: The function is not configured
2. Default values are in boldface.
Function Selection Comments Serial port
Serial port Enabled
Disabled
Infrared
Infrared Enabled
Disabled
Parallel port
Parallel port Enabled
Disabled
I/O address and IRQ: 3F8 IRQ4
2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3
I/O address and IRQ: 3F8 IRQ4
2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3
(Enabled) Mode:
– Output only – Bi-directional – ECP
I/O address and IRQ:
– 378/IRQ7 – 378/IRQ5 – 278/IRQ7 – 278/IRQ5 – 3BC/IRQ7
– 3BC/IRQ5 (Disabled) Mode:
– Output only
Bi-directional
– ECP
You can select the base I/O address if you enable this function.
You can select the base I/O address if you enable this function.
You can select the base I/O address if you enable this function.
Disabled
:
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Function Selection Comments PCI
1st PCI IRQ 2nd PCI IRQ 3rd PCI IRQ 4th PCI IRQ
Keyboard/mouse
Fn key lock Disabled
Typematic rate Normal
TrackPoint Disabled
Power
Power mode for ac Customized
Power mode for battery Customized
Processor speed Fixed Max
Suspend timer LCD-off timer
Disabled 3 4 5 7 9 10 11 15
Enabled
Fast
Enabled AutoDisable
Maximum Battery Life
Maximum Performance
Maximum Battery Life
Maximum Performance
Fixed Medium Fixed Slow Auto Medium Auto Slow
Disabled 1 Minute 2 Minutes 3 Minutes 5 Minutes 10 Minutes 15 Minutes 20 Minutes 25 Minutes 30 Minutes 45 Minutes 60 Minutes
You can set up the PCI IRQ.
You can enable or disable the Fn key lock.
You can set up the typematic rate of the keyboard.
You can set up the TrackPoint.
You can set the power mode when you are using ac power.
You can set the power mode when you are using the battery pack.
Auto medium and auto slow change the processor speed automatically between ac power and battery power.
You can set this function if you select Customized for the power mode for the battery.
You can set the LCD-off timer and suspend timer.
You can set this function if you select Customized for the power mode for the battery.
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Function Selection Comments
HDD-off timer Disabled
3 Minutes 5 Minutes 10 Minutes 20 Minutes
Hibernating by timer Disabled
Enabled
Low-battery action Suspend
Hibernation
Suspending when LCD is closed
Suspending or Hibernating while docked
RediSafe Disabled
Resume on time Disabled
Enabled Resume on modem ring Disabled
Screen blanking Disabled
Power switch mode On/Off
Suspend-to-hibernation timeout
CD-ROM speed High
CPU power management Disable
No suspend Suspend
Disabled Enabled
Enabled
Resume Timer [00:00:00] Resume Date [00:00:0000]
Enabled
Enabled
Hibernation
Disabled 30 Minutes 60 Minutes 90 Minutes
Normal Silent
Automatic
You can set the HDD-off timer. You can set this function if you select
Customized for the power mode for the battery.
You can set the hibernation timer.
You can set the low-battery action.
If you select No suspend, the computer doesn't enter suspend mode when you close the LCD.
If you select Enabled, the computer enters suspend or hibernation mode automatically when you dock your computer to the docking station.
If you want to enable RediSafe, you need to create the hibernation file with the ThinkPad Configuration program.
You can set the resume time.
If you enable this function, your computer resumes when an incoming call occurs.
If you use your computer to make a presentation, disable this function to avoid the LCD blanking.
If you select hibernation, you can switch between hibernation mode and operational mode with the power switch.
You can set the timer to specify when the computer enters hibernation mode from suspend mode.
You can set the CD-ROM speed.
You can enable or disable this power-saving feature, witch stops the processor clock automatically when there is no system activity. You usually don't need to change the function.
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Function Selection Comments
PCI Bus Power Management
Alarm
Power control beep Disabled
Low-battery alarm Disabled
Volume beep Disabled
Other
Resetting configuration data No
Booting the display device LCD
HV expansion Off
Brightness High
Startup screen Enabled
RPL token ring speed 4
Disable Automatic
Enabled
Enabled
Enabled
Yes
CRT Both
On
Normal
Disabled
16
You can enable or disable this power-saving feature, which stops the PCI bus clock automatically when there is no system activity. You usually don't need to change the function.
If you enable this function, a beep sounds when the computer enters a power management mode and when it resumes operational mode. There is also a beep when the AC Adapter is connected or disconnected.
You can enable or disable the low-battery alarm.
If you enable this function, a beep sounds when you change the volume by pressing Fn+PgUp or PgDn.
Select Yes if you want to reset your configuration data.
You can select the boot video device.
You can control the LCD horizontal and vertical expansion state.
If you select High, the brightness of the LCD is always the same under either ac power or battery power. High diminishes the battery power.
If you enable this function, the IBM logo always appears on the LCD when the computer boots.
If you user the remote program loading (RTP) system through the token ring card, you can set its speed.

Default resource assignments

To see the default resource assignment, go to the appropriate section:
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Default IRQ assignments System resources and IRQs

Default IRQ assignments

The following table shows the default system resource assigned for each IRQ:
IRQ value Assignment
0 Timer 1 Keyboard 2 Cascade 3 Not used 4 Not used 5 Audio (set by device driver) 6 Diskette 7 Parallel port 8 Real-time clock 9 Not used 10 Not used 11 PCI 12 Auxiliary device 13 Math co-processor 14 Primary IDE 15 Secondary IDE (in the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase)

System resources and IRQs

The following table shows the available system resources for your computer and the port replicators. The values in parentheses are alternate values that are selectable from the ThinkPad Configuration program or from an application program. The default values are highlighted in boldface.
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System resources IRQ I/O address (hex) Memory address
(hex)
Audio accelerator PCI IRQ (3, 4, 5, 7, 9,
10, 11, or 15)
CD-ROM and DVD drive in UltraBay II
Diskette controller 6 03F0–03F5, and 03F7 None 2 Game device (set by
device driver)
Hard disk drive 14 01F0–01F7 and 03F6 None None Infrared port
OS other than Windows NT 4.0
Joystick port (set by device driver)
Keyboard 1 0060 and 0064 None None Math co-processor
exception Modem PCI IRQ (3, 4, 5, 7, 9,
Parallel port 7 03BC–03BE and
15 0170–0177, and 0376, None None
5 0220–022F,
5, 7, 9, or 10 0220–022F,
4
3 4 3
3, 4, 5, or 7
Disabled
200–207 None None None
13 None None None
10, 11, 15)
7 0378–037F and
5 0278–027F and
Disabled Disabled
PCI memory None
None 1, 2, or 3 0240–024F and 0388–038B,
None 1 0240–024F 0260, or 026F and 0388–038B, 0390–0393, 0398, or 039B
03F8–03FF
02F8–02FF 03E8–03EF 02E8–02EF
03F8–03FF, 02F8–02FF 03E8–03EF, or 02E8–02EF
Disabled
PCI I/O PCI memory None
07BC–07BE
0778–077A
0678–067A
DMA channel
0, 1, or 3
0, 1, or 3
0, 1, or 3
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System resources IRQ I/O address (hex) Memory address
(hex)
PC Card (Dependent on the PC
Card type)
PC Card controller (CardBus)
Real-time clock 8 0070–0071 None None Serial port 4
Timer 0 0040–0043 TrackPoint or mouse 12 0060 and 0064 Video PCI IRQ (3, 4, 5, 7, 9,
PCI IRQ (3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 15)
3 4 3
Disabled
10, 11, 15)
(Dependent on the PC Card type)
03E0–03E1 (the PC Card slot in the docking station: 03E2–03E3) or none
03F8–03FF 02F8–02FF 03E8–03EF 02E8–02EF
Disabled
03B0–03BB or 03C0–03DF
(Dependent on the PC Card type)
(PCI memory)
A0000–BFFFF, C0000–CBFFF, or PCI memory
DMA channel
None
None
Notes:
1. PCI I/O and PCI memory are automatically set by the system.
2. IRQ 5 and 7 cannot be set for infrared by Windows NT 4.0.
3. Joystick and game device resources are set by the device driver.
4. For Windows 95 OSR2 or Windows 98, memory-mapped I/O is used instead of the I/O address.
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Chapter 7. Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

This section addresses frequently asked questions. Click the button in the following chart and do the specified action.
Questions Page
How can I stop the screen from blanking? 76 How can I set the infrared port? 76 How can I set the serial connector? 77 How can I switch the TrackPoint and mouse? 78 How can I set the display resolution? 78 How can I set the external monitor? 79 How can I maximize battery life? 80 How can I install the operation system? 81 How can I use the Recovery CD? 81
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To solve the problems discussed in this section, you need to use the ThinkPad Configuration program. To start the ThinkPad Configuration program, find the ThinkPad icon on the taskbar; then double-click the icon.
Note: You can also open the ThinkPad Configuration program as
follows:
1.
Click Start.
2.
Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad; then click ThinkPad Configuration.
For more information on how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program
My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. How can I stop this?
User's Reference
You can disable any system timers, such as the LCD turnoff timer or the system standby timer, with the ThinkPad Configuration program.
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the Power Management button; then click the Power Schemes tab.
.
You can disable the system timers by selecting never rather than a specific time.
How can I use my infrared port as a communication port?
If the infrared port is disabled, you must enable it before you can use it again. To enable your infrared port, do as follows:
1
Save your work and quit any program you are using.
2
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
3
Click the Infrared button.
4
Select Enable from the Infrared list box. A “Warning” might appear that the hardware resource
is being used by another communication device.
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5
Click Disable Device. Another “Warning” window prompts you to restart your
computer.
6
Click OK. The computer restarts.
Notes:
1. If you check your infrared port and it is already enabled, you can use it immediately without changing any settings.
2. You can disable your computer's serial connector to free resources for another communication device, such as the infrared port.
After your infrared port is enabled, you can use it as a communication port. If it does not work properly, you might have a problem with your communication software or the device that you are trying to communicate with. Check the online help for your communication software if the other device appears to be working properly.
How can I use my serial connector as a communication port?
If the serial connector is disabled, you must enable it before you can use it again. To enable your serial connector, do as follows:
1
Save your work and any program you are using.
2
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
3
Click the Serial Port button.
4
Select Enable from the Serial port list box. A “Warning” might appear that the hardware resource
is being used by another communication device.
5
Click Disable Device. Another “Warning” window prompts you to restart your
computer.
6
Click OK. The computer restarts.
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Notes:
1. If you check your serial connector and it is already enabled, you can use it immediately without changing any settings.
2. You can disable your computer's infrared port to free resources for another communication device, such as the serial connector.
After your serial connector is enabled, you can use it as a communication port. If it does not work properly, you might have a problem with the communication software application or the cable or device attached to the serial connector. Check the online help system for your communication software if the cable and attached device appear to be working properly.
How can I use an external mouse when I am at my desk, but then use the TrackPoint when I am away from my desk?
The TrackPoint has an “auto disable” setting that disables it when you power on or restart the computer with an external mouse attached. When you want to enable the TrackPoint, remove the external mouse; then restart the computer.
Note: You can set up the TrackPoint manually with the
ThinkPad Configuration program as follows:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the TrackPoint button.
3
Select enable, disable, or auto disable from the TrackPoint list box.
4
Click OK.
Why do I not get the highest possible resolution out of my external monitor when I am using the LCD and external monitor at the same time?
You can set any resolution for either the ThinkPad LCD or the external monitor. When you use both at the same time, the resolution of both is the same. If you set a higher resolution for the ThinkPad LCD, you can see only part of
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the screen at a time. You can see other parts by moving the image with the TrackPoint or another pointing device. You can change the display output type to the LCD, external monitor (CRT), or both with the Display Device buttons of the ThinkPad Configuration program or with Fn+F7.
You can set up the external monitor as follows:
1
Double-click My Computer, Control Panel, and then Display.
The “Display Properties” window appears.
2
Click the Settings tab.
3
Click the Advanced... button.
4
Click the Monitor tab.
5
Click the Change... button. The “Update Device Driver Wizard” window appears.
6
Click the Next button, and follow the instructions on the screen by selecting Display a list of all the
drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want; and then Show all hardware.
7
Select Manufacturers and Models for your monitor, and follow the instructions on the screen.
8
Click OK to close the “Properties” window after updating the driver.
9
Set Colors and Screen area in the “Display Properties” window.
10
Click the OK button.
How can I set up the external monitor if the Windows plug-and-play feature does not detect it?
Do as follows:
1
Make sure that the external monitor is a DDC or plug-and-play monitor (see the manual for the external monitor).
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2
Make sure you are using a D-Sub (Subminiature-D) connector cable.
3
Double-click My Computer, Control Panel, and then Display.
The “Display Properties” window appears.
4
Click the Settings tab.
5
Click the Advanced... button.
6
Click the Monitor tab.
7
Make sure the Automatically detect Plug & Play monitors check box is selected.
If not, select the check box, and click OK to close the window. Restart the computer; then make sure the plug-and-play feature detects the monitor.
8
If your monitor is still not recognized, click the Change... button. The “Update Device Driver Wizard” window appears.
9
Check if the display driver information in the window is correct. If necessary, install the display driver by following the instructions on the screen.
10
Click the OK button.
How can I maximize battery life?
To maximize battery life, do the following:
Use the battery until the charge is completely depleted
(until the battery and power LEDs flash in unison).
Recharge the battery completely before using (the battery is fully charged when the AC Adapter is plugged in and the battery LED is green).
For a new battery or a battery that you have not used recently:
1. Recharge completely before using (the battery is fully charged when the AC Adapter is plugged in and the battery LED is green).
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2. Use the battery until the charge is completely
depleted (until the battery and power LEDs flash in unison).
Always use power management features such as
power modes, standby, suspend, and hibernation. For more detailed information about power
management features
“Using the battery pack”
on page 26.
How can I load a different operating system on my computer? –Or– Where can I get ThinkPad device drivers for this operating system?
See Installing a new operating system and its device drivers for information on installing a new operating system and device drivers.
You can get the ThinkPad device drivers by using the Diskette Factory. Before installing a new operating system, do the following:
1. Print Installing a new operating system and its device drivers.
2. Make backup diskettes of the device drivers and applications for your new operating system with the
Diskette Factory. For more information
Reference
.
User's
3. Make a DOS system diskette that has the DOS FDISK.COM and FORMAT.COM utilities and the CD-ROM device driver for DOS.
How can I use the Recovery CD to reload my factory-installed ThinkPad operating system and applications?
User's Reference
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Chapter 8. Installing software

This section provides procedures for installing an operating system and the necessary software.
Installing a new operating system and its device drivers .... 84
Installing software for Windows 98 ................. 85
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Installing Microsoft Windows 98 ................. 86
Installing software for Windows 95 ................. 88
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 ................. 90
Installing Windows 95 OSR1 ................. 90
Installing Windows 95 OSR2.1 or OSR2.5 ......... 91
Installing software for Windows NT Version 4.0 ......... 95
Overall procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Installing Microsoft Windows NT ................ 96
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Installing a new operating system and its device drivers

Note
You need a CD-ROM Drive and the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase, available as an option, to use the Software Selections CD.
If you want to install a new operating system in your computer, you need to install the ThinkPad device drivers for it at the same time. The Software Selections CD includes the preloaded software and ThinkPad device drivers for Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows NT.
This section describes how to install a supported operating system and corresponding device drivers using the Software Selections CD. You should print the sections you will be using before you reinstall the operating system. Go to appropriate section depending on the operating system you are using.
The following table shows the country code that you will need in the instructions:
Country Code Country Code
Denmark DK Netherlands NL Finland FI Norway NO France FR Spain SP Germany GR Sweden SW Italy IT United States US Japan JP
Installing software for Windows 98 Installing software for Windows 95 Installing software for Windows NT Version 4.0
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Installing software for Windows 98

This section describes the installation procedures for Windows 98 and its software for your computer using the Software Selections CD.
Note: You can install Windows 98 by restoring the original preloaded
image from the Recovery CD. Refer to the for how to use the Recovery CD.

Overall procedure

1
Have the Windows 98 installation package in hand.
2
Back up your software and personal data files on the hard disk.
3
Install Windows 98.
4
Insert the Software Selections CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Software Selections main window appears.
5
Click Install Software.
6
Click the View All radio button above the “Program Name” list window.
All the device drivers and other programs in the Software Selections CD are listed.
User's Reference
7
Select the check box of the device drivers and programs that you want to install.
You can select multiple device drivers and programs.
8
Click the Install button at the bottom right of the window, and follow the instructions on the screen.
You need to install at least the following device drivers if you are restoring your ThinkPad computer to its original state at the time of purchase:
ThinkPad Configuration program
Display driver
Audio device driver
TrackPoint driver
ThinkPad modem driver
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ThinkPad UltraBase hot/warm swap driver
For details on how to use the Software Selections CD, refer to its help.

Installing Microsoft Windows 98

Notes:
1. If you are installing Windows 98 on a drive other than the C drive, more than 25 MB is required on the C drive.
2. To use the CD-ROM drive to install Windows 98, create the Startup Disk for Windows 98, which enables you to use the CD-ROM drive. Then boot the system with the diskette.
To create the Startup Disk for Windows 98, do as follows:
a) Insert a blank diskette into the diskette drive. b) Open the Control Panel window.
c) Double-click Add/Remove Programs. d) Click the Startup Disk tab. e) Click Create Disk...
f) Follow the instructions on the screen.
1
Insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2
Search for SETUP.EXE in the CD-ROM, and run the SETUP.EXE. Type the following:
src_cd:\tgt_dir\SETUP.EXE where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive and
tgt_dir is the directory that SETUP.EXE is in.
For more information, refer to the SETUP.TXT in the Windows 98 CD-ROM.
3
Press Enter.
4
After Windows 98 is installed, replace the Windows 98 CD-ROM with the Software Selections CD.
5
Click Start.
6
Click Run...
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Type the following:
src_cd:\DATA\WIN98\cc\WIN98SUPP\PIXX4\APM2APM\APM2APM.REG
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive and cc is the respective country code.
8
Click OK.
9
Follow the instructions on the screen.
10
To support 1280 x 1024 resolution, do as follows: a) Click Start.
b) Move the cursor to Program and click MS-DOS Prompts. c) Change the directory to C:\WINDOWS\INF d) Type the following:
COPY src_cd:\DATA\WIN98\cc\WIN98SUPP\RTMINF\MONITOR.INF C: where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive and
cc is the respective country code.
e) Press Enter. MONITOR.INF in the WIN98SUPP directory is
copied to drive C.
f) Enter EXIT to close the DOS prompts.
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After the installation has finished, remove the Software Selections CD from the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer.
Note: Depending on the optional applications you install with
Windows 98, your required disk space varies. The following information applies to installing only Windows 98 in your computer:
Full installation on a FAT 16 drive:
About 225 MB disk space is required. Depending on your system configuration and the options you select, the required space ranges from 165 MB to 355 MB.
Full installation on a FAT 32 drive:
About 175 MB disk space is required. Depending on your system configuration and the options you select, the required space ranges from 140 MB to 225 MB.
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Installing software for Windows 95

This section describes the installation procedures for Windows 95 and its software for your ThinkPad computer.
The following versions of Windows 95 are available for your computer:
Service Pack Version 1 (OSR1) OEM Service Release Version 2.1 (OSR2.1) OEM Service Release Version 2.5 (OSR2.5)
The SP1 can be downloaded from the Microsoft Web site
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/downloards/contents/updates
Your version of Windows 95:
You can check which version of Windows 95 you are using by clicking Start and moving the cursor to Settings and Control Panel, and then double-clicking Control Panel and System.
The following window appears:
You can check the version in this window. Read the numbers under “System.”
4.00.950a means that it is Windows 95 OSR1
4.00.950B means that it is Windows 95 OSR2.1
4.00.950C means that it is Windows 95 OSR2.5
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Overall procedure

1
Have the Windows 95 installation package in hand.
2
Back up your software and personal data files on the hard disk.
3
Install Windows 95.
4
Insert the Software Selections CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Software Selections main window appears.
5
Click Install Software.
6
Click the View All radio button above the “Program Name” list window.
All the device drivers and other programs in the Software Selections CD are listed.
7
Select the check box of the device drivers and programs that you want to install.
You can select multiple device drivers and programs.
8
Click the Install button at the bottom right of the window, and follow the instructions on the screen.
You need to install at least the following device drivers if you are restoring your ThinkPad computer to its original state at the time of purchase:
ThinkPad Configuration program
Notes:
a) The ThinkPad Configuration program is supported by
Windows 95 OSR2.0 and later.
b) You need to install Internet Explorer Version 4.0 or
later.
Display driver
PC Card support software Audio device driver
TrackPoint driver
ThinkPad modem driver ThinkPad UltraBay hot/warm swap driver
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For details on how to use the Software Selections CD, refer to its help.

Installing Microsoft Windows 95

Some new files must be incorporated at the time of installation.
Note: To use the CD-ROM drive to install Windows 95, create the
Startup Disk for Windows 95, which enables you to use the CD-ROM drive. Then boot the system with the diskette.
To create the Startup Disk for Windows 95, do as follows:
1. Insert a blank diskette into the diskette drive.
2. Open the Control Panel window.
3. Double-click Add/Remove Programs.
4. Click the Startup Disk tab.
5. Click Create Disk...
6. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Installing Windows 95 OSR1
1
Make sure there is enough space in the hard disk to store the cabinet files and the installation programs (the required space might vary depending on the national language supported by your version of Windows 95).
2
Make a temporary directory. For example, at the DOS prompt, type the following:
MD c:\win95
and press Enter.
3
Insert the Windows 95 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
4
Copy all the cabinet (.CAB) files and the installation programs from the \WIN95 directory of the Windows 95 CD-ROM to the temporary directory.
At the DOS prompt, type the following:
COPY src_cd:\WIN95\ . c:\win95
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where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive, c is the drive letter of your hard disk drive, and win95 is the temporary directory that you made in step 2.
5
Press Enter.
6
Replace the Windows 95 CD-ROM with the Software Selections CD.
7
Copy the Windows 95 supplementary files from the Software Selections CD to the temporary directory.
At the DOS prompts, type the following:
COPY src_cd:\DATA\WIN95\cc\OSR INF\ . c:\win95
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive, cc is the respective country code, c is the drive letter, and win95 is the temporary directory that you made in step 2.
8
Press Enter.
9
Install the operating system by entering SETUP.EXE at the temporary directory prompt.
10
Refer to the Windows 95 documentation and the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation.
11
To activate the PC Card slot, double-click the PC Card icon in the Control Panel. The PC Card Wizard window launches. Click No twice, and reboot the computer.
12
If required, install the Service Pack Version 1, available from the Microsoft Web site.
13
Remove all the files in the temporary directory and then remove the directory itself after you complete the installation, to free the space on the hard disk.
Installing Windows 95 OSR2.1 or OSR2.5
If you have a CD-ROM version of Windows 95 OSR2.1, do the following:
1
Make sure there is enough space in the hard disk to store the cabinet files and the installation programs (the required space
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might vary depending on the language supported by your version of Windows 95).
2
Make a temporary directory. For example, at the DOS prompt, type the following:
MD c:\win95
and press Enter.
3
Insert the Windows 95 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
4
Copy all the cabinet (.CAB) files and the installation programs from the \WIN95 directory of the Windows 95 CD-ROM disk to the temporary directory.
At the DOS prompt, type the following:
COPY src_cd:\WIN95\ . c:\win95
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive, c is the drive letter of your hard disk drive, and win95 is the temporary directory that you made in step 2.
5
Press Enter.
6
Replace the Windows 95 CD-ROM with the Software Selections CD.
7
Copy the Windows 95 supplementary files from the Software Selections to the temporary directory.
At the DOS prompt, type the following:
COPY src_cd:\DATA\WIN95\cc\OSR2INF\ . c:\win95
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive, cc is the respective country code, c is the drive letter, and win95 is the temporary directory that you made in step 2.
8
Press Enter.
9
Type the following:
COPY src_cd:\DATA\WIN95\cc\CARDBUS\ . c:\win95
10
Press Enter.
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Install the operating system by entering SETUP.EXE at the temporary directory prompt.
12
Refer to the Windows 95 documentation and the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation.
Disregard the instruction to install the USBD.SYS and UHCD.SYS files.
13
Replace the Software Selections CD with the Windows 95 CD-ROM.
14
Change the current drive letter to the CD-ROM drive letter, and run USBSUPP.EXE and USBUPD2.EXE in the \OTHERS\UPDATES\USB directory of the CD-ROM.
15
Replace the Windows 95 CD-ROM with the Software Selections CD.
16
At the DOS prompt, type the following:
src_cd:\DATA\WIN95\cc\QFE444\PCCARDUP.EXE
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive and cc is the respective country code.
17
Press Enter.
18
Reboot the system.
19
To replace the Unimodem drivers to support the Intel Video Phone application, from the DOS prompt, go to C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM (or the SYSTEM subdirectory where Windows 95 is installed).
20
Rename the UNIMODEM.VXD and UNIMDM.TSP files by entering: REN UNIMODEM.VXD UNIMODEM.BAK
REN UNIMDM.TSP UNIMDM.BAK
21
Copy the new files by typing the following:
COPY src_cd:\DATA\WIN95\cc\UNIMODEM\ .
where src_cd is the drive letter of the CD-ROM drive and cc is the respective country code.
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22
Press Enter.
23
Refer to the documentation shipped with this version to finish the installation.
24
To activate the PC Card slot, double-click the PC Card icon in the Control Panel. The PC Card Wizard window launches. Click No twice, and reboot the computer.
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