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Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety
information” on page xii and “Notices” on page 165.
Note for using your computer in Japan
If you are using a modem in Japan, specify the country as “Japan” in the “Dialing Properties” window under
the “Modem Properties” window. Using the modem functions with another setting is a violation of the
Japanese Telecommunication Business Law.
The AC Adapter complies with the Electrical Appliance and Material Control Law of Japan.
Rating: Input ac 100 V 50/60 Hz
Output dc 16 V
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Thank You for Selecting
an IBM ThinkPad 600X Computer
We have developed this ThinkPad computer to meet
both your technical requirements and your high
expectations. To help us continue to build products
that address your needs for mobile computing,
please take a moment to complete the ThinkPad Registration
in the
Setup Guide
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Functional highlights
Compact design with core technology
The slim, lightweight, and portable design of the ThinkPad 600X
makes traveling with your computer much easier. Your computer is
available wherever and whenever you need it.
High-speed processor
The Intel high-speed processor enables high-speed data
processing and provides advanced performance.
Large-capacity hard disk drive
The large-capacity hard disk drive can respond to a wide variety of
your business demands.
Large color LCD
The large TFT (thin-film transistor) display provides clear and
brilliant text and graphics.
Lithium-ion battery pack
The large-capacity lithium-ion battery pack extends the operating
time of your computer, further enhancing its portability.
Audio with 3D stereo sound
Your computer is equipped with internal audio record and playback
capabilities, including 3D (three-dimensional) audio from just two
speakers. When you enable the 3D stereo feature, sounds will
appear to be generated all around you, even though only two
speakers are used.
The audio feature supports the following:
Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits, stereo,
and 44-KHz sampling.
DOS games using the Sound Blaster interface.
To use the audio function
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Mini-PCI modem
The integrated modem enables you to send or receive data and
faxes over a telephone line. Supporting V.90 protocol and data
rates of up to 56 Kbps, the modem makes communication easy
and efficient when you are away from your office.
To use the modem function
TrackPoint with enhanced controls
Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enables
you to make selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. The
center button converts the TrackPoint into a scroll-controlling device
or a magnifying glass on the screen.
To use the TrackPoint
“TrackPoint” on page 8.
PC Card support
Your computer provides two PC Card slots that accept a 16-bit PC
Card, CardBus Card, or Zoomed Video Card.
To install a PC Card
“Installing a PC Card” on page 75.
Online User's Guide
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Contents
Functional highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
About this book ............................ x
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Laser compliance statement ................... xv
Handling the ThinkPad computer ................. xvii
ThinkPad don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
ThinkPad do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Cleaning your computer .................... xix
Carrying your computer ..................... xx
Extending the life of your computer's battery ......... xx
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer ....... 1
Identifying the hardware features .................. 2
System-status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Functions of your computer ..................... 8
Keyboard functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
UltraslimBay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ThinkPad Utility programs .................... 16
Online User's Guide ........................ 29
Backing up your system ....................... 30
Recovering lost or damaged software ............. 30
ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
ThinkPad Web site ........................ 35
Replacing the battery pack ..................... 36
Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Help at the ThinkPad Web site ................. 38
Help by telephone ......................... 39
Recording sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer .... 43
Customizing the TrackPoint ..................... 44
Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Installing the DIMM ........................ 50
Removing the DIMM ....................... 54
Upgrading the hard disk drive ................... 55
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Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard ....... 59
Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad ....... 59
Attaching an external keyboard and mouse .......... 61
Enabling the TrackPoint ..................... 63
Attaching an external monitor .................... 64
Attaching a television to your computer ............ 68
Using the dual display function ................. 71
Installing a PC Card ......................... 75
Removing the PC Card ...................... 77
Using a docking station ....................... 78
Cold docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Cold undocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Hot or warm docking ....................... 81
Hot or warm undocking ...................... 82
Presetting a device to avoid a resource conflict ........ 83
Enabling the IDE drive on the docking station ......... 84
Replacing an UltraslimBay device ................. 88
Warm-swapping a device in the UltraslimBay ......... 89
Attaching the diskette drive externally ............... 91
Removing the diskette drive from the enclosure ....... 92
Chapter 3. Protecting your computer ............. 93
Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Entering a password ....................... 96
Setting a password ........................ 96
Changing or removing a password ............... 99
Using the Personalization Editor ................. 105
Entering your personal data .................. 105
Deleting the personalization window ............. 108
Using locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Using the security screw ..................... 110
Chapter 4. Solving computer problems ........... 111
Hints and tips ............................ 112
Using a docking station ..................... 114
Using the USB connector ................... 114
Using the DVD-ROM drive ................... 115
Using a PC Card ........................ 115
Using a second CardBus card ................. 116
Using a microphone ....................... 116
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
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Troubleshooting charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Error codes or messages ................... 119
No error codes or messages ................. 125
Input problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Suspend or hibernation problems ............... 127
LCD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Indicator problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Battery problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
A hard-disk-drive problem ................... 133
CD-ROM drive problems .................... 134
DVD drive problems ...................... 135
Infrared communication problems ............... 137
Audio or telephony problems ................. 138
A universal serial bus (USB) problem ............ 139
PC Card or PCI modem problems .............. 139
Other PC Card problems .................... 141
Docking station or port replicator problems ......... 143
A printer problem ........................ 147
External monitor problems ................... 147
A television problem ...................... 151
Other option problems ..................... 152
Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Other problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Testing your computer ....................... 155
Appendix A. Features and specifications .......... 157
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
IBM power cords .......................... 160
Appendix B. Product warranty and notices ......... 163
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Year 2000 readiness and instructions ............ 165
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Electronic emission notices .................. 167
Telecommunication notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Product notice requirements .................. 172
Notice for Australia ....................... 172
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Contents ix
About this book
This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 600X computer.
Before using the computer, be sure to read the
Chapter 1,
Chapter 1,
"Getting familiar
"Getting familiar
with your computer,"
with your computer,"
acquaints you with the basic features
of your computer.
Chapter 2,
Chapter 2,
"Extending the features of your
"Extending the features of your
computer,"
computer,"
provides information on installing
options and using your computer's
high-technology features.
ThinkPad Setup Guide
Chapter 3,
Chapter 3,
"Protecting your computer,"
"Protecting your computer,"
provides information on using passwords,
identifying yourself with the
Personalization Editor, and using locks.
and Chapter 1 of this book.
Chapter 4, "Solving computer problems,"
Chapter 4, "Solving computer problems,"
describes what to do if you have a computer problem. The chapter includes a
troubleshooting guide.
Appendix A, "Features and specifications," describes the features and specifications
associated with your computer, including information on power cords.
Appendix B, "Product warranty and notices," contains the warranty statement for your
computer and notices for this book.
The book concludes with an index.
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Icons used in this book
For procedures or information unique to the operating system
installed in your computer:
WIN
98
WIN
95
Information for Microsoft
Windows 98 users
Information for Microsoft
Windows 95 users
WIN
Information for Microsoft
Windows NT users
NT
For information about using Windows 3.1, OS/2 Warp,
or DOS
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad/
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Safety information
These are important safety instructions.
DANGER
Electric current from power, telephone, and
communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock
hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown
below when installing, moving, or opening the covers
of this product or attached devices. The 3-pin power
cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet.
To connect
Turn everything OFF.
Attach all cables to devices.
Attach the signal cables to
receptacles.
Attach the power cord to an outlet.
Turn the device ON.
To disconnect
Turn everything OFF.
Remove the power cord from
the outlet.
Remove signal cables from
receptacles.
Remove all cables from devices.
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DANGER
Reduce the risk of fire and electric shock by always
following basic safety precautions, including the
following:
Do not use your computer in or near water.
During electrical storms:
– Do not use your computer with the telephone
cable connection.
– Do not connect the cable to or disconnect it
from the telephone outlet on the wall.
DANGER
There is a danger of an explosion if the rechargeable
battery pack is incorrectly replaced. The battery pack
contains a small amount of harmful substances. To
avoid possible injury:
Replace only with a battery of the type
recommended by IBM, or an equivalent.
Keep the battery pack away from fire.
Do not expose it to water or rain.
Do not attempt to disassemble it.
Do not short-circuit it.
Keep it away from children.
Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of
in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply
with local ordinances or regulations and your
company's safety standards. In the United States, call
IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal.
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DANGER
There is a danger of an explosion if the backup battery
is incorrectly replaced.
The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6502 UL–recognized
component [file no. MH12210]) contains lithium and can
explode if it is not properly handled or disposed of.
Replace only with a battery of the same type.
To avoid possible injury or death, do not: (1) throw or
immerse the battery into water, (2) allow it to heat to
more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or
disassemble it. Dispose of it as required by local
ordinances or regulations and your company's safety
standards.
CAUTION:
The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD)
contains mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in
landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or
regulations.
The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the
computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and
the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands,
immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15
minutes; if any symptoms are present after washing, get
medical care.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
(thicker) telephone cable.
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Laser compliance statement
The CD-ROM or DVD drive, which can be installed in the IBM
ThinkPad 600X, is a laser product. The drive's classification label
(shown below) is on the surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
The drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of
the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal
Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class I laser
products.
In other countries, the drive is certified to conform to the
requirements of EN60825.
DANGER
Do not open the CD-ROM or DVD drive unit; no user
adjustments or serviceable parts are inside.
Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of
procedures other than those specified might result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The design
of the laser system and the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive ensures
that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level
during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing.
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Some drives contain an embedded Class 3A laser diode. Note this
warning:
DANGER
Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open.
Avoid direct eye exposure. Do not stare into the beam
or view it directly with optical instruments.
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Handling the ThinkPad computer
By using common sense and by following these handling tips, you
will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer for a
long time to come.
This section provides tips for handling notebook computers in
general. Some descriptions might not suit your situation. Check
your shipping checklist to confirm the items you get with your
computer.
Notebook computers are precision machines that require careful
handling. Though your computer is designed and tested to be a
durable notebook computer that functions reliably in normal work
environments, you need to use some common sense in handling it.
ThinkPad don'ts
Do not subject your computer to physical punishment, such as
dropping or bumping.
Do not place heavy objects on your computer.
Do not spill or allow liquids into your computer.
Do not use your computer in or near water (to avoid the danger
of electrical shock).
Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
Your LCD might be damaged.
A scratchlike marking on your LCD might be a stain transferred
from the keyboard (including from the TrackPoint stick) when
the cover was pressed from the outside. Wipe such a stain
gently with a dry soft cloth. If the stain remains, moisten the
cloth with LCD cleaner and wipe the stain again. Be sure to
dry the LCD before closing it.
Do not disassemble your computer. Only an authorized IBM
ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your
computer.
Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the surface of your computer
display.
Do not place any objects between the display and the keyboard
or under the keyboard.
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Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display. When
picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom
(keyboard) half.
Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or
closed.
Do not turn your computer over while the AC Adapter is
plugged in. This could break the adapter plug.
Do not move the computer when the hard disk drive is
accessing data (when the indicator is blinking).
Do not use or store your computer where the temperature is
below 5° C or above 35° C (41° F and 95° F).
Do not place your computer closer than 13 cm (5 in.) from any
electrical appliance that generates a strong magnetic field, such
as a motor, a magnet, a TV, a refrigerator, or large audio
speakers.
Do not put an operating cellular phone on the computer. The
phone might cause a computer system malfunction.
Do not hard-mount your computer in a vehicle or anywhere that
it is subject to strong vibration.
Do not crush, drop, or physically punish the external or
removable hard disk, diskette, or CD-ROM drive when it is
outside your computer.
Do not press on the middle part of the diskette drive or the
CD-ROM drive.
Do not insert a diskette at an angle. Not inserting the diskette
straight into the drive can damage the drive.
Do not place more than one label on a diskette, and do not
allow the label to be loose. Multiple or loose labels can detach
or tear and then lodge in the drive.
Do not touch the lens on the CD-ROM tray.
Do not close the CD-ROM tray until you hear the CD-ROM
click into the center pivot of the CD-ROM drive.
Do not touch the surface of a compact disc; handle the
compact disc only by its edges.
Do not connect the modem to a PBX (private branch exchange)
or other digital telephone extension line. Your computer can
use only a public-switched telephone network (PSTN). Use
of a phone line other than PSTN can damage your modem. If
you are not sure which kind of phone line you are using,
contact your telephone company. Many hotels or office
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buildings use digital telephone extension lines, so check before
connecting the telephone cable in such places.
Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap
or any part of your body for an extended period when the
computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your
computer dissipates some heat during normal operation. This
heat is a function of the level of system activity and battery
charge level. Extended contact with your body, even through
clothing, could cause discomfort or, eventually, a skin burn.
ThinkPad do's
Treat your computer like precision electronic machinery.
When installing your hard disk, diskette, or CD-ROM drive,
follow the instructions in this online book and apply pressure
only where needed on the device.
When installing the CD-ROM or diskette drive into the
UltraslimBay, make sure the AC Adapter is disconnected from
your computer.
If you exchange drives in your computer, reinstall the plastic
bezel faces (if supplied).
Store your external and removable hard disk, diskette, and
CD-ROM drives in the appropriate container or packaging when
they are not being used.
Choose a quality carrying case that will protect your computer.
Store packing materials safely out of reach of children to
prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags.
Register your ThinkPad products with IBM (refer to the
Guide
). This can help authorities return your computer to you if
it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables IBM
to notify you about possible upgrades.
Check the IBM Web pages (http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad/)
periodically to get current information about your computer.
Setup
Cleaning your computer
Occasionally clean your computer as follows:
Use a soft cloth moistened with nonalkaline detergent to wipe
the exterior of the computer.
Don't spray cleaner directly on the display or keyboard.
Gently wipe the LCD with a dry, soft cloth.
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Carrying your computer
When carrying your computer, follow these instructions to prevent
possible damage to your computer and data:
1. Remove any media from the CD-ROM drive or diskette drive.
2. Turn off all attached devices.
3. Power off the computer, or enter suspend or hibernation mode;
then close the LCD. Make sure the suspend indicator is on
when the computer is in suspend mode, or the power indicator
is off when it is powered off or in hibernation mode.
4. Unplug all external cables and cords connected to your
computer.
5. Make sure all computer doors and covers are closed.
6. Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and
protection.
Do not move the computer when the hard disk drive is accessing
data—that is, when the indicator is blinking. Make sure the
indicator is off before you carry the computer.
Extending the life of your computer's battery
The amount of battery power consumed by your computer depends
on such conditions as the frequency of use, the operating
temperature, and the period in storage (if unused). The following
tips can help you to extend the life of your battery:
Do not charge the battery pack until all of its power is used.
Recharging a battery pack that is not completely discharged
can shorten battery life.
Once you start charging the battery pack, do not use it until it is
fully charged.
Whenever possible, use the ThinkPad battery power-saving
modes:
– Standby
– Suspend
– Hibernation
For more information
Decrease the LCD brightness.
Use Advanced Power Management (APM). Each operating
system comes with its own power management.
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Online User's Guide
.
If the internal serial devices—the modem, the serial port, and
the infrared port—are not in use, stop the supply of power to
them.
If you will not be using the computer for a long period, remove
the battery pack and keep it in a cool place.
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Chapter 1
Getting familiar with your computer
This chapter provides basic information about your computer.
Note
To power off the computer, hold the power switch for just a
second and release it. Wait at least 5 seconds before powering
on again or resuming normal operation from suspend or
hibernation mode.
Identifying the hardware features .................. 2
System-status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Functions of your computer ..................... 8
Keyboard functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fn key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
UltraslimBay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ThinkPad Utility programs .................... 16
Easy-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ThinkPad Configuration program ............... 25
Online User's Guide ........................ 29
Backing up your system ....................... 30
Recovering lost or damaged software ............. 30
Using the Software Selections CD .............. 30
Using the Recovery CD .................... 32
ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
ThinkPad Web site ........................ 35
Replacing the battery pack ..................... 36
Getting service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Help at the ThinkPad Web site ................. 38
Help by telephone ......................... 39
Recording sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Identifying the hardware features
Identifying the hardware features
Front view
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.1/ The color LCD screen
displays computer output.
.2/ The brightness control
adjusts the brightness of
the display.
.3/ The built-in microphone
captures sound and voice
when it is used with an
application program
capable of handling audio.
.4/ The PC Card eject
buttons eject the PC Card
from the PC Card slot.
.5/ The PC Card slots accept
PC Cards.
.6/ The infrared port enables
the computer to
communicate with other
devices that have infrared
data-transfer capability.
.7/ The headphone jack, a
⅛-inch (3.5-mm) diameter
jack, is where you connect
a stereo headphone or
external speakers.
.8/ The line-in jack, a ⅛-inch
(3.5-mm) diameter jack, is
where you connect an
external stereo audio
device.
.9/ The microphone jack, a
⅛-inch (3.5-mm) diameter
jack, is where you connect
a microphone.
.1ð/ If another device is in the
UltraslimBay, you can
attach the diskette drive as
an external diskette
drive.
.11/ The diskette-eject button
ejects the diskette from the
diskette drive.
.12/ The video-out connector
is used for connecting your
computer to a television or
a VCR for sending video
images to these devices.
Your computer might not
have this connector.
.13/ The LCD latch opens the
LCD when pressed.
.14/ The UltraslimBay accepts
storage devices such as a
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
drive. ( page 15.)
.15/ The click buttons work
with the TrackPoint.19/
and provide functions
similar to those of mouse
buttons.
.16/ The hard disk drive is
built into the computer.
.17/ The Fn key is used with
the function keys to
activate the Fn key
functions.
.18/ The left and right internal
speakers generate stereo
sound.
.19/ The TrackPoint is a
built-in pointing device that
provides a function similar
to that of a mouse.
.2ð/ The system-status
indicators with their
associated symbols show
the system status. (
page 6.)
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.1/ The security keyhole is
used with a mechanical
lock.
.2/ The modem connector is
used for connecting your
computer to a telephone
line.
.3/ The power switch turns
the computer on and off.
.4/ The reset switch is used
to power the computer off
if an application hangs or if
the computer does not
accept any input. Use the
tip of a pen to press this
switch.
.5/ The universal serial bus
(USB) connector enables
you to connect any device
that conforms to the USB
interface. Many recent
digital devices comply to
this new standard.
.6/ The power jack is where
the AC Adapter cable is
connected.
.7/ The serial connector is
where you connect a 9-pin,
serial-device cable.
.8/ The system-expansion
connector (240-pin)
enables you to connect a
port replicator.
Identifying the hardware features
.9/ The parallel connector is
where you connect a
parallel-printer signal
cable.
.1ð/ The external-monitor
connector is where you
attach an external monitor
(CRT).
.11/ The external-input-device
connector is used to
attach a mouse or an
external numeric keypad to
the computer. An external
keyboard can be attached
to this connector through
an optional
keyboard/mouse cable.
Bottom view of the computer
.1/ The UltraslimBay device
lock is a lock for the
device in the UltraslimBay.
.2/ When the bay LED is on,
the system is in use. Do
not remove a bay device.
.3/ The memory-slot cover
covers the memory slot.
.4/ Each of the memory slots
accepts an SDRAM dual
inline memory module
(DIMM) option.
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.5/ The Mini-PCI modem slot
cover covers the modem
card slot.
.6/ The battery-pack latch
locks or releases the
battery pack.
.7/ The serial number label
identifies your computer.
You need this number to
get help.
.8/ Put your name plate here.
.9/ To install or remove the
hard disk, loosen this hard
disk drive screw. You
can use the security screw
shipped with your
computer as a hard disk
screw.
.1ð/ The battery pack is a
built-in power source for
the computer.
System-status indicators
System-status indicators
The system-status indicators on the computer show the current
status of your computer by their on or off states and by their colors,
green and orange. Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The
following shows the location and the meaning of each icon:
1
2
3 4 75 6
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System-status indicators
Symbol Color Meaning
.1/ Battery status Green Enough battery power remains for operation.
Blinking
orange
The battery pack needs to be charged. When the
indicator starts blinking orange, the computer
beeps three times.
Orange The battery pack is being charged.
.2/ Suspend mode Green
Blinking
green
The computer is in suspend mode. (
User's Guide
.)
Online
The computer is entering suspend or hibernation
mode or is resuming normal operation.
.3/ Hard disk in use Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard disk
or read from DVD or CD-ROM drive.
Do not enter
the computer into suspend mode or power off the
computer when this indicator is on
.
.4/ Numeric lock Green The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled.
You enable or disable the keypad by pressing and
holding the Shift key, and pressing the NumLk
key. For details “Numeric keypad” on
page 14.
.5/ Caps lock Green Caps Lock mode is enabled. All alphabetic
characters (A–Z) are entered in capital letters
without the Shift key being pressed. You enable
or disable Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps
Lock key.
.6/ Scroll lock Green Scroll Lock mode is enabled. The Arrow keys can
be used as screen-scroll function keys. The cursor
cannot be moved with the Arrow keys.
application programs support this function.
Not all
You
enable or disable Scroll Lock mode by pressing the
ScrLk key.
.7/ Power on Green The computer is operational. This indicator is on
when the computer is on and not in suspend
mode.
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Functions of your computer
Functions of your computer
This section describes the following features:
Keyboard functions
UltraslimBay
ThinkPad utilities
The
Keyboard functions
Your computer's keyboard has the following functions:
TrackPoint
Fn key
Numeric keypad
TrackPoint
The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the
TrackPoint
single process you can perform without moving your fingers from
their typing position.
Online User's Guide
. Pointing, selecting, and dragging all become part of a
You can set the following features by customizing the
TrackPoint:
Press-to-Select
Sensitivity
Scrolling or Magnifying Glass
For more information
on page 44.
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“Customizing the TrackPoint”
Functions of your computer
The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three click
buttons below the keyboard. Movement of the cursor on the
screen is controlled by the amount of pressure that you apply to the
nonslip cap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard;
the stick itself does
moves corresponds to the pressure you apply to the stick. The
functions of the left and right click buttons correspond to those of
the left and right mouse buttons on a traditional mouse; these
functions depend on the software you are using. The function of
the center button is described on page 47.
not
move. The speed at which the cursor
Stick
Left click button
Center button
If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint, these instructions
will help you get started:
1
Place your hands in the typing position. With either
Right click button
index finger, press gently on the stick in the direction
you want the cursor to move.
Pressing the stick away from you moves the cursor up the
screen; pressing it toward you moves the cursor down the
screen. You can also move the cursor side to side by
pressing sideways.
The cursor might drift. This is not a defect. Do not
use the TrackPoint until the cursor stops moving.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 9
Functions of your computer
Cursor
Stick
Left click button Right click button
Center button
2
Press the left and right click buttons with either thumb
to select and drag as required by your software.
By enabling Press-to-Select, you can make the TrackPoint
stick function the same as the left or right click button. For
more information
page 44.
“Customizing the TrackPoint” on
Changing the cap
The cap .1/ on the end of the TrackPoint stick is removable.
You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your
computer.
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Fn key
Functions of your computer
The Fn key function enables you to change operational features
instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the
Fn key .1/; then press the appropriate function key .2/ (F1 to F12,
PgUp, PgDn, or BackSpace).
1
2
The Fn key lock function
The following setup gives you the same effect as when you
press and hold the Fn key and then press an appropriate
function key.
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. ( “ThinkPad
Configuration program” on page 25.) Click the Accessibility
( ) button, and click Enable for Fn key lock. You can also
set up by typing PS2 FNS E at the command prompt.
After you enable the Fn key lock and press Fn
once
, press one
of the function keys. The computer works the same as when
you press Fn + the function key.
If you press Fn
twice
after enabling the lock, pressing a
function key alone is recognized as a combination of Fn + that
function key. To stop this function, press Fn again.
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Functions of your computer
The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with other keys:
Feature and
icon
Fuel-Gauge
display on or off
Power mode
switching
Standby mode
Suspend mode
Key combination Meaning
Power mode functions
+
(Only for Windows
users)
+
If you press this key combination, the window for the
battery status appears or disappears. You can set
parameters for battery status in the window.
Note: The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated
before you can use this key combination.
To activate the Fuel-Gauge program, do the
following:
1.
Click Start.
2.
Move the cursor to Programs, ThinkPad,
and then click Fuel.
The power mode changes as follows:
High Performance Automatic
Customized
Power conservation functions for battery power
+
+
The computer enters standby mode. For more
information about this mode
The computer enters suspend mode. For more
information about this mode
Online User's Guide
Online User's Guide
.
.
Hibernation mode
Switching
between the LCD
and the external
monitor
+
+
The computer enters hibernation mode. For more
information about this mode
Other functions
Computer output is displayed in the following order
when an external monitor (CRT) is attached.
Online User's Guide
CRT LCD +
Display
CRT Display
.
LCD
Note: If a television is the secondary display in the
dual display function or used as a simultaneous
display, switching with these keys is not supported.
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Functions of your computer
Feature and
icon
Screen
expansion
Volume up
Volume down
Mute
Key combination Meaning
+
+
+
+
The LCD screen image size switches between
expanded and normal mode if your LCD image is
smaller than the physical LCD.
The volume increases.
The volume decreases.
Sound turns off.
Notes:
1. This function is not disabled when you power off
the computer and power it on again.
2. To turn on the sound, press Fn + PgUp or
Fn + PgDn.
If the computer is in suspend mode and you press the
Fn key independently without any function key, the
computer returns to normal operation.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 13
Functions of your computer
Numeric keypad
When the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is
attached to the computer, the numeric keypad on the computer is
not active. You can enable certain keys on the keyboard to work
as if they were a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable these keys,
press and hold Shift and then press NumLk. To disable them,
repeat the procedure.
F8 F9 F10
6
7
Y
4
H
N
F11 F12
89
/
56
123
.
<
0
Alt Ctrl
_
{
"
-
Shift
+
While this “numeric keypad” is enabled, you might need to use the
cursor- and screen-control keys temporarily. To do this, press and
hold Shift.
The functions of the cursor- and screen-control keys are
not printed on the keys.
F8 F9 F10
Home
6
Y
End
H
N
F11 F12
PgUp
/
PgDn
<
DelIns
Alt Ctrl
_
{
"
-
Shift
+
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UltraslimBay
Functions of your computer
Your ThinkPad 600X computer has an UltraslimBay.
UltraslimBay
You can install one of the following in the UltraslimBay:
Weight-saver bezel
Diskette drive
DVD drive
CD-ROM drive
LS-120 drive
Secondary hard disk drive adapter
Secondary battery
Zip 100-MB UltraslimBay drive
For the detailed information about these devices, refer to the
manuals shipped with them.
To replace a device in the UltraslimBay
UltraslimBay device” on page 88.
To attach the diskette drive externally
drive externally” on page 91.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 15
“Replacing an
“Attaching the diskette
Functions of your computer
ThinkPad Utility programs
Easy-Setup
Your computer has the following utility programs for easy
configuration:
Easy-Setup
ThinkPad Configuration program
This section summarizes these utility programs.
Your computer provides a user-friendly program called
Easy-Setup
which enables you to select various setup parameters:
Config: Set the configuration of your computer.
Date/Time: Set the date and time.
Password: Set a password.
Start up: Set the startup device.
Restart: Restart the system.
To start Easy-Setup, do as follows:
1
Power off the computer, and remove any diskette from
the diskette drive.
,
2
Press and hold F1; then power on the computer. Hold
F1 until the “Easy-Setup” menu appears.
If you have set a password, the “Easy-Setup” menu appears
after you enter the password.
Easy-Setup
Config
BIOS part number,..Date
System-unit serial number
System bo ard serial number
Microprocessor
UUID
Date/Time
Trademark of Intel Corporation
**
(C) Copyright IBM Corp. 1992,1999 All Rights Reserved.
Password
nnnnnnn
nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
nnnnnnnnnnn
nnnnnnnn-nnnn-nnnn-nnnn-nnnnnnnnnnnn
Pentium( )II P rocessor
Start up
12/31/99
**
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Restart
Test
Functions of your computer
3
Move to an icon you want to change, using the arrow
keys or the TrackPoint, and click the icon.
A submenu is displayed.
4
Change the items you wish to change.
5
Click Exit to exit from the submenu.
6
Click Restart to exit from the “Easy-Setup” menu.
Your computer restarts.
Changing the screen color
You can change the color of the “Easy-Setup” menu by
pressing the Ctrl+PgUp keys or by pressing the Ctrl+PgDn
keys.
To return to the original color, press the Ctrl+Home keys.
Clicking the Config button displays the following configuration
submenu:
Memory System Board
Quick Boot
Exit
CPU
Display
Initialize
Network
Asset ID
The Memory button shows the amount of memory installed and
available.
The System Board button provides information on the system board
installed.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 17
Functions of your computer
The Display button sets the screen output to be displayed either
with a single video subsystem or with multiple video subsystems.
You can use this function only when you are using a docking station
in which a video adapter card has been installed. If you select
Single, the video adapter card in your docking station is enabled. If
you select Multiple, both the built-in video system and the video
adapter card in your docking station are enabled under the multiple
display environment. If you choose Multiple and do not use the
multiple display function, only the built-in video system is enabled.
The Network button enables or disables the Wake-on-LAN function
(option) or the Flash-over-LAN function (option). You can use these
functions only with a docking station.
The Asset ID button enables or disables the Antenna Security or the
Gate Security. Selecting Antenna prevents the RFID option from
being removed from your computer; selecting Gate prevents your
computer from being taken out through a portal gate. These
security functions are supported in specified models and are
effective only when the supervisor password is set.
The Quick Boot button enables or disables the Simple Boot Flag
function.
Simple Boot Flag function
This function automatically optimizes the behavior and boot
performance of the BIOS and operating system, for the installed
operating system and previous boot.
If this function is Enabled and a Plug-and-Play–capable
operating system, such as Windows 98, is installed, the system
BIOS does not configure such hardware resources as system
interruptions, memory windows, and I/O port ranges for all the
devices in the system.
If you are going to use an operating system that is not
Plug-and-Play–capable, disable this function so that the
BIOS will configure hardware resources.
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The CPU button enables or disables the serial number on the CPU.
The Initialize button sets all device settings to their default values.
Clicking the Date/Time button displays the following date-and-time
submenu, which you can use to set the current date and time:
To change the date and time, do the following:
1
Move the cursor to any field (Year, Month, Day, Hour,
Minute, Second); then type the date and time.
Instead of typing, you can place the pointer on any of the
arrow icons ( , , , or ) to adjust the date and
time.
Clicking the double-arrow icon scrolls the numbers faster.
2
Click OK to save the changes or Cancel to cancel them.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 19
Functions of your computer
Clicking the Password button displays the password submenu,
which you can use to set passwords:
Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the
power-on password.
Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the
hard-disk-drive (HDD) password.
Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the
supervisor password.
For more information on passwords
“Using passwords” on
page 94.
An open lock icon shows that a password has not been
set yet.
Clicking the Start up button displays the startup submenu, which
you can use to change the startup or boot sequence.
For example, if you have different operating systems on different
replaceable hard disk drives or PC Cards, you can have the system
boot up from one of these devices.
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To change the startup sequence, do the following:
After you change your startup
sequence, you must be extremely
careful not to specify a wrong
device during a copy, save, or
format operation. If you specify a
wrong device, your data and
programs might be erased or
overwritten.
Note:
Functions of your computer
1
Click Start up in the “Easy-Setup” menu. The startup
submenu appears:
The Power-On button sets the startup sequence when the
power switch is set to ON.
The Network button sets the startup sequence when Wake
on LAN is started. Wake on LAN is typically used by LAN
administrators in corporate networks to access your computer
remotely. You can use this function only with a docking
station (option).
2
Click Power-On or Network.
For information on these options, see “The Power-On
submenu” on page 22 and “The Network submenu” on
page 24.
3
Move the cursor to the Reset icon, and click it.
4
Select the first device you want for the startup
sequence; then click it.
You can set up to four devices.
5
Click OK or press Enter to save the changes.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 21
Functions of your computer
The Power-On submenu
Reset
Network
HDD-1
FDD
PCMCIAHDD-4
The FDD icon is assigned to the diskette drive in the UltraslimBay.
The diskette drive in the UltraslimBay always takes precedence
over an external diskette drive. If you don't have a diskette drive in
the UltraslimBay but you do have the external one on your
computer or have one in the docking station, FDD is assigned to
that diskette drive.
The HDD-1 to HDD-4 icons are assigned to each hard disk drive in
the following priority:
CDROM
FDD-2
HDD-2
HDD-3
1. The primary hard disk drive (placed in the hard disk bay of the
computer)
2. A hard disk drive in the UltraslimBay
3. A hard disk drive in the UltraBay tray of the docking station
4. A hard disk drive in the device space of the docking station
5. A hard disk drive connected to the computer with a SCSI
connector
For example, if you don't have a hard disk drive in the computer's
UltraslimBay but you do have one in the docking station, HDD-2 is
assigned to that hard disk drive.
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Functions of your computer
If you are using a
remote program loading (RPL) system
through
a token-ring card or some other network card, do the following:
1. Click Network. The “Speed” menu appears.
2. If you are using a token-ring card, click the speed you want, 4
or 16; then press Enter.
If you are using a network card other than a token-ring card,
such as an Ethernet card, you need not specify the RPL speed.
Press Esc to exit this menu.
If you select PCMCIA, representing, for example, an ATA-3 HDD or
a Flash memory card, and cannot start the system, disable the
secondary IDE device and restart the system. Some cards might
not be compatible with a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
The CDROM icon is assigned to the CD-ROM drive in the
UltraslimBay. If you don't have a CD-ROM drive in the
UltraslimBay but you do have one in the docking station, the
CDROM icon is assigned to the CD-ROM drive. If you have
CD-ROM drives in both the UltraslimBay and the docking station,
the icon is assigned to the CD-ROM drive in the UltraslimBay.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 23
Functions of your computer
The Network submenu
You can use this function only with a docking station
option.
With the Network submenu, you can enable or disable the
Wake-on-LAN function.
Reset
FDD
HDD-1
PCMCIAHDD-4
Network
CDROM
FDD-2
HDD-2
HDD-3
If Wake on LAN is enabled, the network administrator can power
on remote machines connected in a LAN using remote
network-management software. If your computer is not under
system management of a network administrator, disable the
function.
For more information
User's Guide
.
“System Management” in the
Online
Pressing the Restart button ends the Easy-Setup program and
restarts the computer.
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ThinkPad Configuration program
To get specific details about the
ThinkPad Configuration program,
click the Help button.
Functions of your computer
The ThinkPad Configuration program enables you to set up and
customize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. For
example, you can enable or disable a port, switch between your
computer's LCD and an external monitor, and set the power
management mode.
This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration
program.
WIN
98
For Windows 98:
To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 98, do as
follows:
1.Click Start ( ).
2. Move the cursor to Settings; then click Control Panel.
The “Control Panel” window appears.
3. Double-click the ThinkPad Configuration icon.
You can also start the ThinkPad Configuration program as
follows:
Click Start .1/, move the cursor to Programs, and
ThinkPad; then click ThinkPad Configuration.
Find the ThinkPad icon on the bottom right of the
taskbar .2/; then double-click the icon.
1
2
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 25
Functions of your computer
The following window appears:
1 2
53 4
6
.1/ The Display Device buttons. Click one of these buttons to
set the display output type to the LCD, external monitor
(CRT), or both.
.2/ The Power Scheme buttons change the preset power
options.
.3/ The Launch Device Manager button displays the “System
Properties” window, where you can make a device available
or unavailable.
.4/ The Show Allocated Resources View button displays the
“Allocated Resources View” window, where you can check the
memory addresses and other allocation settings.
.5/ The Help button displays online help.
6
.6/ The Device buttons. Click the button of your choice from the
window. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next to the
button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off.
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Functions of your computer
WIN
For Windows NT:
To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT, do as
NT
follows:
1
Click Start at the bottom corner of the screen.
2
Move the cursor to Settings; then click Control Panel.
The “Control Panel” window appears.
3
Double-click the ThinkPad Configuration icon.
The following window appears:
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
10
8
10
.1/ The One-Touch Setup buttons. Click one of these buttons to
set the system configuration.
.2/ The Power Mode buttons. Click one of these buttons to set
the power mode to High Performance mode, Automatic mode,
or Customized mode.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 27
9
Functions of your computer
.3/ The Display Device buttons. Click one of these buttons to
set the display output type to the LCD, the external monitor
(CRT), or both. When making a presentation, you can click
the presentation button to disable any system timers, such as
the LCD turnoff timer or the power management mode timers.
.4/ The About button calls up a display identifying the version of
ThinkPad Configuration.
.5/ The Help button displays online help.
.6/ The Exit button. Click this button to save the changes made
and to exit from the ThinkPad Configuration window.
.7/ The View Angle buttons. Click the front view or rear view
button to display the hardware feature locations.
.8/ The Default button. Click this button to set the default values
for each option and to cancel the changes you just made.
.9/ The Status bar. The device name and its status appear in
the status bar when you place the cursor on a device button.
.1ð/ The Device buttons. Click the button of your choice from the
window; then set the options for that device from the window
that appears. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next
to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off.
To display only the top part of the window, click the triangular
minimize button in the top-right corner.
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Online User's Guide
Your computer features an
always have key information at your fingertips even if you are
traveling. It contains the following information:
Basics:
– Using your computer outside your home country
– Using audio, modem, and DVD features
– Protecting your computer
– Using your computer with a battery pack
– Using your computer with a PC Card
– Frequently asked questions
Advanced:
– Resolving system resource conflicts
– Installing software
– Using system management
– Using PS2 commands
– Using modem commands
– Hints on using options
Support info:
– Finding information in the
– Finding information in other publications
– Finding information on the Internet
– Handling tips and ergonomics information
– Getting service
– Glossary
Functions of your computer
Online User's Guide
Online User's Guide
so that you will
To start the
main screen, and move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad
600; then click ThinkPad 600 User's Guide.
The
Online User's Guide
make a printout if necessary.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 29
Online User's Guide
appears. Go to the section you want, and
You can also access the
IBM Web site
, click Start from the Windows
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad/
Online User's Guide
from the
Backing up your system
Backing up your system
To back up your system or reinstall the operating system, your
ThinkPad computer has the following features:
The Software Selections CD
The Recovery CD
ConfigSafe
The ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board
Recovering lost or damaged software
Check the following ThinkPad Web site for the latest information.
When updates become available, they will be posted on:
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad/
Using the Software Selections CD
The Software Selections CD is provided for your convenience
during installation; you can customize your system using this CD.
It contains all the preinstalled software applications and hardware
device drivers for your computer in the Windows 98, Windows 95,
or Windows NT environment.
For the device drivers for Windows 3.1, OS/2 Warp, and DOS
http://www.ibm.com/thinkpad/
If you need to reinstall a software application or a hardware device
driver, put the Software Selections CD in your CD-ROM or
DVD-ROM drive. The features menu appears automatically.
From this Web site, you can get the driver diskette image
for Windows 3.1, OS/2 Warp, or DOS.
30 IBM ThinkPad 600X User's Reference
Backing up your system
The Software Selections CD includes the following features:
Welcome
This page displays the model and serial number of your
computer, and a menu from which you can select an item by
clicking it.
Install Software
Use this page for doing the following:
– Reinstalling a software application for Windows 98
– Reinstalling a hardware device driver for Windows 98
– Installing all hardware device drivers when installing
Windows 95
– Installing all hardware device drivers when installing
Windows NT
– Installing value-added software that was not preinstalled on
your computer
Uninstall Software
You can uninstall any application program or device driver that
was installed from the Software Selections CD and that has an
uninstall entry in the Add/Remove Program list.
Advanced Function
– Change Settings
You can view the Software Selections CD program text and
software products in a language other than the language of
your operating system.
– Create a Device Driver Diskette
You can create a device driver diskette.
– Create a Software Selections CD Image
You can put the Software Selections CD image on your
hard disk drive.
Read the License Agreement
This page describes the license agreement for the programs.
Help
This page contains an introduction to the Software Selections
CD and explains each item.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 31
Backing up your system
Using the Recovery CD
If you accidentally erase your hard disk, you can use the Recovery
CD to restore the contents of the preinstalled hard disk to what it
was at the time of purchase.
These recovery programs delete all personal data and your
customized configuration settings. They reset your computer to
most of the factory-shipped default values. Be sure to back up
your personal files before you use this CD.
The Recovery CD package consists of a CD-ROM containing the
original preinstalled image.
The recovery process might take up to 2 hours.
You need to have a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive installed in your
computer's UltraslimBay. If you have a diskette drive installed in
your computer's UltraslimBay, replace it with the CD-ROM or
DVD-ROM drive ( “Replacing an UltraslimBay device” on
page 88).
Your computer supports startable CDs when the startable CD-ROM
function is enabled. To use the Recovery CD, enable this function;
then recover the system:
1
Insert the Recovery CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
drive.
2
Power off the computer.
3
Power on your computer while pressing and holding the
F1 key.
Hold the F1 key until the “Easy-Setup” window appears.
4
Click Start up.
5
Click Power-on.
6
Click Reset.
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7
Click CDROM.
8
Click OK.
9
Click Exit.
The startable CD-ROM function is enabled.
10
Click Restart and then OK.
The computer restarts.
11
Follow the instructions on the screen.
12
When a completion message appears, remove the
Recovery CD from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
13
Power off the computer.
14
Power on your computer while pressing and holding the
F1 key.
Hold the F1 key until the “Easy-Setup” window appears.
15
Click Start up.
16
Click Power-on.
17
Click Reset.
18
Set the startup device and then click OK.
19
Click Exit.
20
Click Restart and then OK.
Your computer restarts with the preinstalled configuration.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 33
Backing up your system
ConfigSafe
ConfigSafe is an application program for Windows 98,
Windows 95, or Windows NT that periodically takes
your system files. If your computer does not operate properly after
you install a new device driver or software, use ConfigSafe to
restore the last working version of your system files. Although it
might not make your new hardware or software work, it will set your
computer up and running again. This application protects your
data.
You can manually take snapshots of your system configuration
information. To start the ConfigSafe, do the following:
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Programs and ConfigSafe.
3
Click ConfigSafe.
The “ConfigSafe EZ” window appears.
snapshots
of
Press F1 for help on using each function.
For more information about using ConfigSafe
34 IBM ThinkPad 600X User's Reference
its online help.
ThinkPad Web site
IBM supplies all of the latest hardware device drivers and system
BIOS for your computer on the ThinkPad Web site at:
http://www.ibm.com/support/
Complete a customer profile on the Web site to get the latest
updates automatically.
Backing up your system
For more information about electronic service and support
Online User's Guide
.
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 35
Replacing the battery pack
Replacing the battery pack
To replace the battery pack, do as follows:
You can replace the battery when the computer is in
hibernation mode. (You cannot replace it when the
computer is in suspend mode.) If you are using a PC
Card, however, the computer might not be able to enter
hibernation mode. If this happens, power off the
computer.
1
Power off your computer, or enter hibernation mode.
2
Disconnect the AC Adapter and cables.
3
Close the LCD, and turn the computer over.
4
Slide the battery pack latch to the unlocked position
.1/; then remove the battery pack .2/.
1
2
5
Align the front of the fully charged spare battery pack
with the front side of the battery space in the computer
.1/; then put the battery pack in place .2/.
2
1
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Replacing the battery pack
6
Gently push the battery pack back into the space; then
slide the battery pack latch to the locked position.
Unlock
You have finished replacing the battery pack.
Lock
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 37
Getting service
Getting service
Purchasing an IBM PC hardware product entitles you to receive
support and services during the limited warranty period. If you
need additional support and services, many extended solutions that
address most needs are available for purchase.
About your warranty
During the warranty period, you might be responsible for repair
costs if the product damage was due to misuse, accident,
modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or
improper maintenance.
For full information on the product warranty
You will need to know the following information when requesting
repair service:
Identification number of your computer
Options installed in your system
Note: Use the recording sheet on page 40.
Error message or problem
Note: Error messages can help identify which service action is
required and help the service representative provide
quick and efficient service.
Use the recording sheet on page 41.
Help at the ThinkPad Web site
You can get support and information at the ThinkPad Web site.
http://www.ibm.com/support/
IBM may make improvements or changes to these Web sites at
any time without any notice.
Appendix B.
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Help by telephone
You can get support and information by telephone during the
limited warranty period at no additional charge, through the IBM PC
Help Center. Experienced technical-support representatives will be
on hand to answer any questions you might have, such as:
How to set up your computer
How to install and set up your IBM options purchased directly
from IBM or through an IBM reseller
How to use the 30-day support for the preinstalled operating
system
How to get service
How to get overnight shipment of customer-replaceable parts
Please have the following information ready when you call:
Serial number of your computer and proof of purchase
Description of the problem
Exact wording of the error message
Hardware and software configuration information for your
system
Getting service
If possible, be at your computer when you call:
In the U.S. and Puerto Rico, call 1-800-772-2227.
In Canada, call 1-800-565-3344.
These lines are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The
answering technical-support representative can also fax or mail
you technical or product information, such as:
Product brochures
Location of IBM resellers
Services available from IBM
For more information
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 39
Online User's Guide
.
Getting service
Recording sheets
Option list
Fill out the following list with the items that correspond with the
features of your computer. If you have two or more devices, note
each of them. For example, if you have two DIMMs, select the
“DIMM” check box; then note “128 MB x 2.”
Ø DIMM _____MB
Ø Hard disk drive _____MB
Ø External diskette drive
Ø DVD/CD-ROM drive
Ø PC Cards
Ø Battery pack
Identification numbers
The serial number label is on the bottom of your computer. Write
the machine Type and the serial number (S/N) in the following box:
IBM Product name ThinkPad 600X
Machine type 2645-
Serial number
To determine your computer's serial number
40 IBM ThinkPad 600X User's Reference
page 4.
Getting service
Problem recording sheet
Computer information:
Machine type:_________
Serial number:_________
Date of purchase:___/___/___
Type of problem:
Ø Continuous problem Ø Intermittent problem
Error code:
The operating system and its version number, if available:
Ø Windows 98 Version______
Ø Windows 95 Version______
Ø Windows NT Version______
Application programs running at the time of the problem:
Problem symptom:
Describe the problem specifically:
Can the problem be reproduced?
Ø Yes Ø No
If yes, describe how it can be reproduced:
Chapter 1. Getting familiar with your computer 41
Getting service
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Chapter 2
Extending the features of your computer
This chapter provides information about how to customize and
extend the ThinkPad features. You can use your computer with
external devices and increase its memory.
Customizing the TrackPoint ..................... 44
Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Installing the DIMM ........................ 50
Removing the DIMM ....................... 54
Upgrading the hard disk drive ................... 55
Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard ....... 59
Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad ....... 59
Attaching an external keyboard and mouse .......... 61
Enabling the TrackPoint ..................... 63
Attaching an external monitor .................... 64
Attaching a television to your computer ............ 68
Considerations for using the TV-out function ........ 70
Using the dual display function ................. 71
Disabling the dual display ................... 73
Considerations for using a dual display function ...... 74
Installing a PC Card ......................... 75
Removing the PC Card ...................... 77
Using a docking station ....................... 78
Cold docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Cold undocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Hot or warm docking ....................... 81
Hot or warm undocking ...................... 82
Presetting a device to avoid a resource conflict ........ 83
Enabling the IDE drive on the docking station ......... 84
Replacing an UltraslimBay device ................. 88
Warm-swapping a device in the UltraslimBay ......... 89
Attaching the diskette drive externally ............... 91
Removing the diskette drive from the enclosure ....... 92
Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 43
Customizing the TrackPoint
Customizing the TrackPoint
You can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
2
Click the TrackPoint button ( ).
3
Click TrackPoint Properties....
The “TrackPoint Properties” window appears:
You can set the following features in this window:
Press-to-Select
Sensitivity
Scrolling or Magnifying Glass
Setting Press-to-Select
If you enable Press-to-Select by selecting the Enable
Press-to-Select box, you can make the TrackPoint stick function
the same as the left or right click button.
If you check Enable dragging, you can select an item with the
TrackPoint stick and then drag the item by putting light
pressure on the stick.
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Customizing the TrackPoint
If you check Enable Release-to-Select, you can click by
simply lifting your finger quickly off the TrackPoint. Moving the
cursor onto an icon and then lifting your finger off the
TrackPoint works like clicking. Pressing the TrackPoint again
works like double-clicking.
Click one of the Press means radio buttons to select which
button the stick will simulate: either the left or the right button.
For example, if you select Left Click, you can start a program
with the TrackPoint by putting the cursor on the program's icon
and applying light pressure on the stick.
To adjust the pressing timing of the stick, set Click Pace.
If you set the pace too slow, you might notice unintended
clicks, a cursor delay, or a dragging delay. If you set the
pace too fast, you might find Press-to-Select hard to use.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 45
Customizing the TrackPoint
Setting sensitivity
This function adjusts the force required for both cursor movement
and Press-to-Select. To increase the force needed to move the
cursor, and to activate Press-to-Select, move the slide toward Firm
Touch. To decrease the force needed to move the cursor, and to
activate Press-to-Select, move the slide toward Light Touch.
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Customizing the TrackPoint
Setting scrolling or magnifying glass
By clicking the Scrolling tab, you can set the scrolling properties of
your TrackPoint.
Choose Scrolling or Magnifying Glass Function
Select one of the following radio buttons:
– Scrolling
This function enables you to navigate easily through long
documents or large spreadsheets with the press of a
button. To scroll, press the center click button and then
use the TrackPoint instead of the scroll bars.
– Magnifying Glass
This function enables you to enlarge a movable area of
your display. You can click objects “through” the
magnifying glass. The right click button changes the size
of the magnifying glass, and the left click button changes its
magnifying power. You can press the center click button
and then use the TrackPoint to move the magnified area.
– Neither
This function disables the scrolling and magnifying glass
functions.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 47
Customizing the TrackPoint
Choose Scrolling Method
Select one of the following radio buttons:
– Press Center Button, then use TrackPoint
This option enables you to hold down the center click
button on the keyboard and then use the TrackPoint to
control the scrolling or the magnifying glass. When you are
not holding down the center button, the TrackPoint
operates normally; that is, it controls the mouse cursor.
– Use External Mouse
This option sets an externally attached mouse to scroll (or
move the magnifying glass) horizontally or vertically. The
TrackPoint functions simply as a cursor.
– Use TrackPoint
This option sets the TrackPoint to scroll horizontally or
vertically without your holding down the center button. Use
an externally attached mouse as a cursor.
You can still use the TrackPoint to control the mouse
cursor by pressing the center button.
The Use External Mouse and the Use TrackPoint radio
buttons are enabled only if a mouse is attached and the
TrackPoint is enabled. ( “Enabling the TrackPoint”
on page 63.)
– Enable TrackPoint Scrolling Tips
If you select this option, you can launch the TrackPoint
Scrolling Tips function by pressing the center button three
times. This function provides help for using the center
button.
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Increasing memory
Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs
run faster. You can increase the amount of memory in your
computer by installing a
available as an option.
Different capacities of DIMM are available. You can install a DIMM
directly in one of the memory slots on the bottom of the computer.
Increasing memory
dual inline memory module (DIMM)
Your computer supports the 100-MHz synchronous dynamic
random access memory (SDRAM) card only. It does not
support either the extended data output dynamic random
access memory (EDO DRAM) card or the 66-MHz SDRAM. If
you install a DIMM that is not supported by your computer, a
225 error code might appear when the system starts. You can
purchase the appropriate memory option through your IBM
reseller or IBM marketing representative.
,
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 49
Increasing memory
Installing the DIMM
To install the DIMM, do the following:
1
Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapter
and all cables from the computer.
2
Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then remove
the battery pack. ( page 36.)
3
Loosen the screw on the memory slot cover; then
remove the cover.
Handling a screwdriver
Use a screwdriver that fits
the screw.
Use the screwdriver
perpendicular to the head
of the screw.
Handle the screwdriver
properly; otherwise, you might
damage the screw.
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4
Find the notch on the side of the DIMM.
Increasing memory
To avoid damaging the DIMM, do
not touch its contact edge.
5
With the notched end of the DIMM toward the socket,
insert the DIMM, at an angle of about 25°, into the
socket; then press it firmly .1/.
6
Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place .2/.
Notch
2
Side view
2
1
1
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 51
Increasing memory
You can install two DIMMs. If you want to install a
second DIMM, repeat steps 4 through 6.
Make sure to align the notches on the socket with those
on the DIMM.
7
Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot,
aligning the back side of the cover first; then tighten the
screw.
8
Replace the battery pack. ( page 36.)
9
Turn the computer over again, and power it on.
10
Confirm that the new memory size appears at the upper
left corner of the screen.
For example, if you install a 32-MB DIMM into your computer
with 64-MB base memory, you should see the following. (See
the next page for how to calculate the total memory size.)
à ð
ð97728 KB OK
You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.
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Increasing memory
1. If either of the following occurs, power off the
computer and go to page 50 to reinstall the DIMM
and do the memory test with Easy-Setup (
page 155).
If a 2ð1 error code appears under the memory
count.
à
ð48576 KB OK
2ð1
If the total memory size is not the same as the
value you calculated.
2. If the 225 error code appears, the memory you are
installing is not supported by your computer.
3. If you have changed the memory installed in the
computer, you need to create a new hibernation file,
as follows:
a) Power off the computer.
b) Remove the DIMM you added.
c) Power on the computer, and disable hibernation
mode.
d) Add the DIMM.
e) Enable hibernation mode.
To disable and enable hibernation mode
Online User's Guide
.
How to calculate total memory size
Calculate your total memory size in kilobytes (KB) by adding
the DIMM memory size to the base memory size (64960 KB).
For example, if you installed a 32-MB DIMM into your computer
with 64-MB base memory, you should have about 96 MB.
Your computer might display memory size in kilobytes. For
example, 96 MB=97728 KB.
Note: 576 KB is reserved by the system.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 53
Increasing memory
Removing the DIMM
1
Power off the computer and disconnect the AC Adapter
and all cables from the computer.
2
Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then
remove the battery pack.
3
Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover.
4
Press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at
the same time.
5
Remove the DIMM.
Be sure to save the DIMM for future use.
6
Replace the memory slot cover; then tighten the screw.
7
Replace the battery pack.
8
Turn the computer over again; then connect the AC
Adapter and all the cables you disconnected.
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Upgrading the hard disk drive
You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by
replacing the original, built-in hard disk drive with an optional one.
You can purchase the option from your IBM reseller or IBM
marketing representative.
Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or
have it repaired. You should not replace it often.
Handling a hard disk drive
Do not drop or apply any shock.
Do not apply pressure to the cover.
Do not touch the connector.
The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause
damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before
removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all the
information on the hard disk. Never remove the drive while the
system is operating, in suspend mode, or in hibernation mode.
Upgrading the hard disk drive
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:
1
Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC
Adapter and all cables from the computer, and turn the
computer upside down.
2
Remove the battery pack. ( page 36.)
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 55
Upgrading the hard disk drive
3
Remove the coin screw by rotating it counterclockwise
with a coin, as shown .1/; then remove the hard disk
drive cover .2/.
1
2
CAUTION
Do not use your fingernails to open the hard disk drive
cover. You might injure your fingernails. To open the
drive cover, use a coin.
4
Pull the strap of the hard disk drive to remove the drive.
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Upgrading the hard disk drive
5
Insert the new hard disk drive into the bay. Make sure
you connect the drive firmly.
Make sure the pins of the connector of the hard disk
drive are not bent.
Do not use force when inserting the hard disk drive
into the bay. The connector is sensitive, and it might
get damaged.
If the hard disk drive that you will be installing has a
spacer on it, remove the spacer, using something
like a small screwdriver.
Spacer
6
Replace the hard disk drive cover, and reinstall the
screw.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 57
Upgrading the hard disk drive
You can replace the coin screw with a security screw
to prevent the hard disk drive from being removed
easily. For more information
screw” on page 110.
If you install the hard disk drive and the hard disk
drive cover doesn't fit, remove the spacer for the
hard disk drive cover by pressing the side of it, using
the tip of a ball-point pen.
7
Replace the battery pack. ( page 36.)
“Using the security
8
Turn the computer right-side up, and power it on.
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Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
This section explains how to attach an external mouse, an external
numeric keypad, or an external keyboard to your computer.
Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad
You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the
external-input-device connector ( ) on the rear of the computer.
Mouse Numeric keypad
If you want to attach the mouse, attach it directly to the
external-input-device connector as shown:
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 59
Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and the mouse
at the same time, first connect the keypad cable to the computer
.1/; then connect the mouse cable .2/ to the connector at the rear
of the keypad.
2
You can use both the IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse and the
TrackPoint as input devices. To connect a mouse other than
an IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse
on page 63.
1
“Enabling the TrackPoint”
You can remove the keypad cover and use it as a stand
for the keypad.
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Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
Attaching an external keyboard and mouse
Mouse External keyboard
If you want to attach an external keyboard to your computer, do
one of the following:
Use the optional keyboard/mouse cable.
Use an optional port replicator.
The external keyboard will not work if it is connected directly
to the computer's external-input-device connector.
See the
details about the options.
When the external keyboard is attached, the following keys are not
available:
Numeric keypad on the computer keyboard
External numeric keypad
Instead, use the numeric keypad on the external keyboard.
Options by IBM Catalog
, supplied with your computer, for
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 61
Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
To attach the external keyboard, first power off the computer. Then
attach the keyboard to the keyboard connector of the
keyboard/mouse cable .1/, and attach the keyboard/mouse cable
to the computer .2/.
You can attach a mouse to the mouse connector of the
keyboard/mouse cable.
Keyboard/mouse cable
2
1
Keyboard connector
Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard
If you are using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard,
not
install the device driver supplied with the keyboard. The
do
device driver on the computer's utility diskette automatically
enables or disables the TrackPoint when the power to the
computer is turned on.
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Enabling the TrackPoint
The TrackPoint is set to Auto-Disable as a default. With this
setting, the TrackPoint is disabled automatically if a mouse is
connected to the external-input-device connector and if any of the
following is true:
The system is starting.
The system is resuming from suspend mode.
Your computer is attached to the docking station.
If no external mouse is connected, the TrackPoint remains enabled.
The TrackPoint is designed to work simultaneously with a mouse
that is compatible with the IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse if the
TrackPoint is set to Enable.
To enable the TrackPoint:
1
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
See “ThinkPad Configuration program” on page 25.
Attaching an external mouse, keypad, or keyboard
2
Click the TrackPoint ( ) button.
3
Click Enable from the dropdown menu.
4
Click OK.
If you are using a mouse connected to the serial
connector or the USB connector, you should not use the
TrackPoint at the same time. Click Disable rather than
Enable or Auto-Disable.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 63
Attaching an external monitor
Attaching an external monitor
This section provides information about using the computer LCD
and an external monitor (CRT).
The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transistor (
technology. The LCD displays output with XGA (1024 x 768
resolution) video mode and 16M colors.
If you are attaching an external monitor that supports a resolution
higher than VGA mode, you can achieve a maximum video
resolution of 1280 x 1024.
To attach an external monitor, do the following:
1
Power off the computer.
2
Connect the external monitor to the external-monitor
connector (
the monitor to an electrical outlet.
3
Power on the external monitor and the computer.
4
Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.
“ThinkPad Configuration program” on page 25.
) on the rear of the computer; then connect
TFT
)
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Attaching an external monitor
5
Choose the display output by clicking the Both LCD and
CRT Display (
(
) button (with Windows 98, at the
screen; with Windows NT, a little to the
center
Do not change the display output location while a moving
picture is being drawn—for example, playing a movie or a
game. Stop the application before changing the display
output location.
If you use the Both LCD and CRT Display function, the
external monitor must support the same resolution and the
same refresh rate as your ThinkPad computer. If you are
using an external monitor that does not support the
resolution of the ThinkPad LCD (1024 x 768) and its refresh
rate (60 Hz), do not use Both LCD and CRT Display.
of the screen).
You can also change the display output location by
pressing Fn+F7.
) button or the CRT Display Only
top left
of the
right of the top
6
Set your monitor type as follows.
For information on the color depths and resolutions
supported
rates” on page 66.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 65
“Resolutions, color depths, and refresh
Attaching an external monitor
a)
Click Start.
b)
Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel, and then click
Control Panel.
c)
Double-click Display.
d)
Select the Settings tab.
e)
Click Advanced....
f)
Click the Monitor tab.
g)
Click Change....
The “Update Device Driver Wizard” window appears. Follow the
instructions on the screen to select your monitor type from the
monitor list, and click a new resolution, color depth, and refresh
rate.
7
Restart the computer to make the changes effective.
Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer
is in suspend mode or hibernation mode. If no external
monitor is attached when the computer resumes, the LCD
remains blank and output is not displayed. This restriction
does not depend on the resolution value.
Resolutions, color depths, and refresh rates:
following tables show the resolutions, color depths, and refresh
rates available with your computer or external monitor. Use these
tables to set the display output (LCD Only, CRT Display Only, or
Both LCD and CRT Display).
When installing an operating system, you must install the
display driver supplied with the computer to use XGA
mode.
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The
Attaching an external monitor
Displaying output on the LCD or on both the LCD and the
external monitor (LCD Only or Both LCD and CRT Display)
Resolution Supported color depth
640 x 480 (VGA) 256, 64K, and 16M
800 x 600 (SVGA) 256, 64K, and 16M
1024 x 768 (XGA) 256, 64K, and 16M
1280 x 1024 (SXGA) 256 (virtual screen)
You can use the
virtual screen
function to display a part
of the high-resolution screen image produced by your
computer. You can see other parts by moving the
screen with the TrackPoint or other pointing device.
Displaying output only on the external monitor (CRT Display
Only)
Resolution
640 x 480 (VGA)
800 x 600
(SVGA)
1024 x 768
(XGA)
1280 x 1024
(SXGA)
Supported color
depth
256, 64K, and
16M
256, 64K, and
16M
256, 64K, and
16M
256 60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz
60 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85 Hz
60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, or 85
Hz
If you are using an old external monitor, the resolution
and refresh rate might be limited.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 67
Attaching an external monitor
Attaching a television to your computer
Though there is a video-out icon on your computer, your computer
might not support the video-out function. This section is applicable
only if your computer has a video-out connector and supports the
function. For considerations on using a television
You can attach a television (NTSC or PAL) to your computer and
display the computer output on it. To display the computer output
on television, do the following:
1
Power off the computer and television.
2
Connect the video connector cable to the video-out
connector (
); then connect the other required cable to
page 74.
the television.
Audio-in left Audio-in right
Headphone jack
Audio cable
Video-out connector
RCA video cable*
*Available in an electronics store
**Included with the system
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Video connector cable
**
*
Video in
Attaching an external monitor
3
Connect the audio cable to the headphone jack on the
computer; then connect the cable to the audio-input
connectors of your video equipment.
If your video equipment has only one audio-input connector,
use the left-audio connector of the audio cable.
4
Enable the video-out connector (TV-out), as follows:
a) Click Start.
b) Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; then
click Control Panel.
c) Double-click Display.
d) Select the Settings tab, and click Advanced....
e) On the NeoMagic tab, select the TV check box.
f) Click the slider to select a TV resolution—either
640 x 480 or 800 x 600.
g) Click Advanced Settings.
h) Select the TV Options tab.
i) Select either NTSC or PAL from the “TV Output
Standards” field.
j) Select either S-Video or Composite from the “Output
Selection” field.
You can reduce flicker on the screen by selecting the
Flicker Reduction check box.
You can change the contrast and the brightness
from the “Output Options” field.
k) Click OK to close the window.
l) Click OK to apply the changes.
m) Click OK.
For the Windows NT user: Skip step 4d and 4m.
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 69
Attaching an external monitor
Considerations for using the TV-out function
There are a few things to consider when you use the TV-out
function.
The following table shows the display modes that you can
choose when you use the television:
Resolution Color
depth
640 x 480 256,
800 x 600
1024 x 768 256,
1280 x 1024 256 The image is shown as a virtual screen.
64K
64K
Display mode for television
The whole image is shown on the
screen.
The image is shown as a virtual screen.
(On the LCD the whole image is shown
on the screen.)
You cannot use 16M colors on the television. You
cannot display the output with the television alone.
You can use the television only with the LCD, not
with an external monitor (CRT).
If you use DOS full screen (VGA mode) on television, the
screen will be blank.
If you play a video clip (AVI or MPEG file) and move the cursor
on the window, the cursor disappears under the image.
You cannot use the Fn + F7 (display switching) function when
you are in the dual display mode or when you are displaying
the image on the television and the LCD simultaneously.
To use this function with the TV as the secondary display or
the simultaneous display, you need to enable the television
settings every time you start your computer.
Note the following when the TV is the secondary display or the
simultaneous display: Because of the television aspect ratio
(screen shape), the edge of the image will be cut off even
when you set the smallest resolution.
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Using the dual display function
Windows 98 supports a function named
and your computer supports a function named
Windows 98 environment. This function enables the Windows 98
desktop to display output on the LCD-CRT display pair or (if your
computer has a video-out connector) the LCD-TV display pair. You
can display different desktop images on each monitor.
Attaching an external monitor
Multiple Display Support
dual display
,
in the
For information on connecting a television to your computer
page 68.
When you enable the dual display function on a
television, you need to first connect a CRT. After
enabling the dual display function on the CRT,
change the output location to the television.
During the operation, you need to restart your
computer. Before starting to enable the function,
save your data and close your applications.
To enable the dual display, do as follows:
1
Attach the computer to an external monitor (CRT) or a
television.
2
Click Start.
3
Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; then
click Control Panel.
4
Double-click Display.
5
Select the Settings tab.
6
Click Advanced....
7
Select the NeoMagic tab.
8
Select the Set Dual Display check box; then click OK.
The “System settings change” window appears, prompting
you to restart the application.
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Attaching an external monitor
9
Click Yes to restart the computer.
10
Open the “Display Properties” window again by
double-clicking on Display in the Control Panel.
11
Select the Settings tab.
An image of two monitors assigned with numbers appears.
12
Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display,
either the CRT or the TV).
13
Click Yes to enable monitor 2.
14
Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the
LCD).
15
Select the color depth and the resolution of the primary
display.
16
Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the
CRT or TV).
17
Select the color depth and the resolution of the
secondary display.
18
Set the relative position of the each monitor by dragging
its icon.
You can set the monitors in any relative position, but
their icons must touch each other.
19
Click OK to apply the changes.
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Disabling the dual display
1
Click Start.
2
Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; then
click Control Panel.
3
Double-click Display.
4
Select the Settings tab.
5
Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the
CRT or TV).
6
Clear the Extend my Windows desktop onto this
monitor check box.
The secondary display (monitor 2) is disabled.
If you do not want to disable the dual display function entirely
(because you might wish to use it later in this session, for
example), just click OK and skip the remaining steps. Then
you can enable the secondary display by clicking the display
icon.
Attaching an external monitor
To disable the dual display function entirely (for better
performance and to remove some limitations), continue the
procedure as follows. (You can always reenable the function
by following the procedure from step 12 on page 72.)
7
Click Advanced....
8
Select the NeoMagic tab.
9
Clear the Set Dual Display check box.
10
Click OK.
The “System settings change” window appears to prompt you
to restart the application.
11
Click Yes to restart the computer.
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Attaching an external monitor
Considerations for using a dual display function
The primary display is always the LCD of your computer, and
the secondary display is either a CRT or a television.
When you enable the dual display function on a television, you
need to first connect a CRT. After enabling the dual display
function on the CRT, change the output location to the
television.
You can select up to 64K colors for your secondary display,
either the CRT or the television.
You can select a resolution up to 1024 x 768 for your
secondary display.
If you set the CRT as your secondary display and you want to
show DOS full screen, both the primary display (LCD) and the
secondary display (CRT) become DOS full-screen modes.
If you play a video clip (AVI or MPEG file) while using the dual
display function, the image is in overlay mode only on the LCD.
If you play a video clip (AVI or MPEG file) and move the cursor
on the window, the cursor disappears under the image.
When an application using the DirectDraw or the Direct3D is
played in full-screen mode, it is shown only on the primary
display (LCD).
You cannot use the Fn + F7 (display switching) function when
you are in the dual display mode or when you are displaying
the image on the television simultaneously with the LCD.
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Installing a PC Card
This section describes how to install a PC Card. For information
on how to use the PC Card software
Do not insert a PC Card while
the computer is in suspend mode
or hibernation mode. Otherwise,
the system might hang when
resuming.
Installing a PC Card
Online User's Guide
Your computer has two PC Card slots (upper slot and lower slot)
and supports the following types of cards:
PC Card (Type I, Type II, and Type III)
CardBus Card
Zoomed Video (ZV)
1
Find the notched edge .1/ of the PC Card as shown.
.
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Installing a PC Card
2
Insert the PC Card into the slot appropriate for your PC
Card type.
If you are using a Type I or Type II PC Card, insert it
into either the upper slot or the lower slot.
If you are using a Type III PC Card, insert the card
into the lower slot.
Some Compact Smart Cards are too thick to be
inserted into the upper PC Card slot of your
computer. Insert such a card into the lower slot.
Upper slot
Lower slot
3
Press the PC Card firmly into the connector.
For Windows 98:
If you have not installed the PC Card driver, Windows 98
starts to install it.
For Windows NT:
Your computer has PC Card support software called
CardWizard. You can use the PC Card as soon as you
insert the card into the computer. The “SystemSoft
CardWizard” window appears and informs you about the
new card.
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Removing the PC Card
Do not remove a PC Card while
the computer is in suspend mode
or hibernation mode. Otherwise,
the system might hang when
resuming.
Installing a PC Card
Before removing a storage PC Card, such as a hard disk PC Card,
a Flash memory PC Card, or a SRAM PC Card, from the PC Card
slot,
you must stop
might be corrupted or lost.
1
Stop the card by selecting Stop from the “Actions” menu.
The Stop option appears in gray when you are in
CardSoft mode or when the card is already stopped.
2
Press the PC Card eject button to pop out the button.
the PC Card. Otherwise, data on the PC Card
Then press it again until the PC Card pops out.
3
Remove the PC Card and store it safely for future use.
For more information for using a PC Card
Chapter 2. Extending the features of your computer 77
Online User's Guide
.
Using a docking station
Using a docking station
You can extend the capabilities of your computer by attaching it
first to the SelectaBase 600 port replicator and a docking station.
Then you can attach (dock) the computer–port replicator
combination to one of the following docking stations:
The port replicator, available as an option, is a
convenient way to attach several input-output devices
and an external monitor. Of course, you can also attach
these devices directly to your computer.
SelectaBase 600
(port replicator)
SelectaDock I SelectaDock II SelectaDock III
PC Card Enabler PC Card Enabler with Advanced EtherJet Feature
You can dock your computer to a docking station under the
following conditions:
With your computer powered off (
With your computer in suspend mode (
With your computer operating (
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cold docking
warm docking
hot docking
)
)
)
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