IBM 600E - ThinkPad 2645 - PII 400 MHz Assembly instructions

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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:
$ Certificate number ( ):
$ Input ac 100 V 50/60 Hz
$ Output dc 16 V
$ 91-56055
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Thank You for Selecting
an IBM ThinkPad 600E 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 mobile computing needs,
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 600E
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 to its portability.
* DVD-ROM drive
*A DVD (digital versatile disc) ROM drive plays presentations
*recorded with the DVD format, and it also plays standard CD-ROM
*discs.
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.
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DOS games using the Sound Blaster Pro** interface.
To use the audio function “Basic” in the Online User's Guide .
ThinkPad modem
The ThinkPad modem enables you to send or receive data, faxes,
and voice over a telephone line. This modem uses a digital signal
processor (DSP), called the IBM Advanced Communication
Processor, and its software can be upgraded, allowing great
flexibility.
To use the ThinkPad modem function “Basic” in the Online
User's Guide .
TrackPoint * with enhanced controls
Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enables
you to make selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. A
new 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 77.
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Contents
Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
About This Book ............................ x
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Laser Compliance Statement .................. xiv
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
UltraslimBay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ThinkPad Utility Programs .................... 16
Online User's Guide ........................ 29
Backing Up Your System ...................... 30
Recovering Lost or Damaged Software ............ 30
ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board .............. 35
Replacing the Battery Pack ..................... 36
Getting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Help at the ThinkPad Web Site ................. 38
Help by Telephone ........................ 39
Recording Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally ............... 58
Enabling Warm Attachment of an External Diskette Drive .. 59
Removing the Diskette Drive from the Enclosure ....... 60
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard ...... 61
Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad ...... 61
Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse .......... 63
Disabling the TrackPoint ..................... 65
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Attaching an External Monitor ................... 66
Attaching a Television to Your Computer ........... 70
Using a Dual Display Function ................. 72
Installing a PC Card ......................... 77
Removing the PC Card ...................... 79
Using a Docking Station ....................... 80
Replacing an UltraslimBay Device ................. 89
Warm-Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay ......... 90
Chapter 3. Protecting Your Computer ............. 93
Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Entering a Password ....................... 95
Setting a Password ........................ 96
Changing or Removing a Password .............. 98
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 Limitations ......................... 113
Using the Hard Disk Drive .................... 118
Using a Docking Station ..................... 118
Using the USB Connector .................... 119
>Using the DVD-ROM Drive .................... 119
Using a PC Card ......................... 119
Using a Second CardBus Card ................. 120
Using a Microphone ........................ 120
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Error Codes or Messages .................... 125
No Error Codes or Messages .................. 131
Input Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Suspend or Hibernation Problems ............... 133
LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Indicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
A Hard-Disk-Drive Problem ................... 138
CD-ROM Drive Problems .................... 138
DVD-ROM Drive Problems .................... 139
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Infrared Communication Problems ............... 140
An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem ............ 142
Audio or Telephony Problems .................. 142
A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem ............. 143
PC Card or Built-in Modem Problems ............. 143
Other PC Card Problems ..................... 144
Docking Station or Port Replicator Problems ......... 146
A Printer Problem ......................... 148
External Monitor Problems .................... 148
A Television Problem ....................... 151
Other Option Problems ...................... 151
Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
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
Industry Canada Requirements ................. 170
Product Notice Requirements .................. 172
Notice for Australia ........................ 172
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
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About This Book
This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 600E computer. Before
using the computer, be sure to read the ThinkPad Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book.
Chapter 1,
"Getting Familiar
with Your Computer,"
acquaints you with the basic features
of your computer.
Chapter 1,
"Getting Familiar
with Your Computer,"
Chapter 2,
"Extending the Features of Your
Computer,"
provides information on installing
options and using your computer's
high-technology features.
Chapter 2,
"Extending the Features of Your
Computer,"
Chapter 3,
"Protecting Your Computer,"
provides information on using passwords,
identifying yourself with the
Personalization Editor, and using locks.
Chapter 3,
"Protecting Your Computer,"
Chapter 4, "Solving Computer Problems,"
describes what to do if you have a computer problem. The chapter includes a
troubleshooting guide and information on how to recover lost or damaged software.
Chapter 4, "Solving Computer Problems,"
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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