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S76H-7579-00
IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD
User's Guide
S76H-7579-00
IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD
User's Guide
IBM
Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in Appendix E,
Product Warranties and Notices. You should also read the safety guidelines on page xii.
First Edition, April 1996
The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are
inconsistent with local law: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS
PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE LIMITED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer, or express or implied warranties in certain transactions; therefore,
this statement may not apply to you.
This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the
information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make
improvements or changes in the products or the programs described in this publication at any time.
It is possible that this publication may contain reference to, or information about, IBM products (machines and
programs), programming, or services that are not announced in your country. Such references or information must not
be construed to mean that IBM intends to announce such IBM products, programming, or services in your country.
Requests for technical information about IBM products should be made to your IBM Authorized Dealer or your IBM
Marketing Representative.
IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering the subject matter in this document. The furnishing of
this document does not give you any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to the IBM
Director of Licensing, IBM Corporation, 500 Columbus Avenue, Thornwood, NY 10594, USA.
Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1996. All rights reserved.
Note to U.S. Government Users – Documentation related to restricted rights – Use, duplication or disclosure is subject
to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Thank You for Selecting
an IBM ThinkPad 365X or 365XD Computer
The IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD computer
is one of the most advanced notebook computers available today.
You will find many uses for its powerful features:
fast processing power, a built-in quad-speed CD-ROM,
a brilliant, colorful DSTN or TFT LCD display,
audio capabilities, and infrared communication.
We are happy to offer the IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD
to help meet all your mobile computing needs.
iii
Here are the distinctive system features of your IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD computer:
Config
Restart
Quad-Speed
CD-ROM Drive
9
Pentium Processor
and PCI Bus
1
Power Management
4
3
HelpWare
EDO Memory
2
ESS AudioDrive
Sound Chip
8
ThinkPad Features
5
6
7
PCMCIA Support
11
10
Infrared Communication
12
14
13
Fn Key Function
TrackPoint III
Easy-Setup
Security
SVGA Color LCD
1Pentium Processor and PCI Bus.
The fast Intel** Pentium** processor and PCI bus combine to give your computer optimal speed
and performance.
2 EDO Memory.
The built-in extended data out (EDO) memory chip enhances performance with fast memory
access.
34X CD-ROM Drive: Page 58.
The built-in quad-speed CD-ROM model affords access to large databases and multimedia
applications. It can even play your favorite music CDs.
iv IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD: User's Guide
4Easy-Setup: Page 37.
The built-in system programs in Easy-Setup let you set the basic configuration of your computer.
5ThinkPad Features Program: Page 33.
The ThinkPad Features program allows you to set various parameters by using a graphical user
interface or commands.
6HelpWare: Page 216.
Comprehensive service and support packages for your IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD computer are
available in most countries.
7Security Features: Page 39.
The computer provides security passwords for the computer. Locking capability is provided for
internal devices. Personalization is also provided to make it easy to identify your computer.
8 SVGA Color LCD Page 48.
The DSTN (dual-scan super-twisted nematic) display models offer 256 colors at 800-by-600
SVGA resolution.
The thin-film transistor (TFT) display models offer 65,536 colors at 800-by-600 resolution.
9Audio Features: Page 56.
The system-integrated ESS** AudioDrive** Sound Chip provides stereo business audio (8 bit to 16
bit) with Sound Blaster** Pro compatibility.
1Infrared Communication: Page 54.
Wireless serial communication with one infrared port is supplied with your computer.
11 Power Management: Page 70.
Power Management sets the computer to different modes to save battery power when you are not
using the full power of your computer. It also provides a resume function, which quickly returns
you to where you left off.
12 PCMCIA** Support: Page 49.
The computer provides two Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA)
slots. PCMCIA software also is provided so that you can use PC Cards more easily and
conveniently.
13 Fn Key Functions: Page 26.
The combination of this Fn key with a function key is used to control display modes and battery
power-saving modes.
14 TrackPoint III: Page 23.
Pointing, selecting, and dragging all become part of a single process with no need to lift your
hands from the keyboard with the TrackPoint III.
v
vi IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD: User's Guide
About This Book
This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM
ThinkPad 365X/365XD computer.
Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” provides information about unpacking
your IBM ThinkPad 365X/365XD and describes how to set up your
computer.
Chapter 2, “Getting Familiar with Your Computer,” acquaints you
with the features of your computer.
Chapter 3, “Operating Your Computer,” provides information on
using your computer with its different features.
Chapter 4, “Using Battery Power,” provides battery information
and describes how to operate your computer with the battery pack.
Chapter 5, “Protecting Your Computer,” provides information for
protecting your computer and internal devices against unauthorized
use.
Chapter 6, “Installing and Removing Options,” describes how to
install or remove IBM options. For optional memory module (DIMM)
installation instructions, see page 119.
Chapter 7, “Installing Software,” provides procedures for installing
operating systems and device drivers in your computer.
Chapter 8, “Solving Computer Problems,” describes what to do
when you have a computer problem.
Appendix A, “Avoiding Hardware Conflicts,” describes what to do
to avoid device address setting problems.
Appendix B, “Advanced Information for PC Cards,” provides
additional information when using PC Cards.
Appendix C, “Using PS2 Commands,” describes PS/2 commands
that you can use to alter computer settings.
Appendix D, “Features and Specifications,” describes the
features and specifications associated with your computer.
Appendix E, “Product Warranties and Notices,” contains the
warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.
See the Glossary for the meaning of terms and acronyms used in
this book.
An Index is also included.
Copyright IBM Corp. 1996 vii
Viewing the Online Book
Note:
The online book is not available in
all countries.
You can view this book online to retrieve information about the
computer. The
online book
provides an easy way to get needed
information when you are traveling.
To start the online book, click on the Online Book icon in OS/2
Warp, Microsoft Windows Version 3.11, or Microsoft Windows 95.
Information Notices
This book contains notices that relate to specific information or text.
Note
Attention
Caution
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in which possible damage could
occur.
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potentially hazardous to you.
It appears in text before the
instruction or situation that
could be hazardous.
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