IBM ThinkPad 380XD User manual

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IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD
User's Guide

IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD
User's Guide
IBM

Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety
Information” on page viii, “Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely” on page 31, and “Notices” on
page 189.
First Edition (November 1997)
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Thank You for Selecting
an IBM ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD Computer
We at IBM have developed this ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD
computer to meet
both your technical requirements and your high quality
expectations.
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Functional Highlights
Welcome to the world of IBM ThinkPad computers!
This powerful, all-in-one notebook computer includes a number of
advanced technologies and user-friendly functions to make your
computing experience more productive and pleasurable. Several of
these functions are highlighted below. For additional details and
functions, refer to the respective chapters in this book.
High-speed processor
The Intel Pentium 233 or 266 MHz (with MMX technology)
processor provides high-speed data processing and advanced
performance.
Large-capacity hard disk drive
The large-capacity hard disk drive provides for your demanding data
storage needs. Since it is user-replaceable, it can be optionally
upgraded, or you may choose to have a secondary hard disk drive.
Large SVGA color LCD
The 12.1-inch SVGA liquid crystal display (LCD) offers beautiful and
clear pictures. Two models are provided, a TFT (thin-film transistor)
model and a fast-response, high-brightness, and high-contrast HPA
(high performance addressing) model.
Advanced CD-ROM drive
The advanced 10–24X data-reading-speed CD-ROM drive augments
the computer's multimedia capabilities.
Lithium-ion battery pack
The large-capacity lithium-ion battery pack further extends the
operating time of the computer.
Audio features
The computer has internal audio record and playback capabilities
including 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound from three
speakers—two high quality stereo speakers and a subwoofer. The
computer also supports DOS Sound Blaster Pro** games.
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PC Card support
The computer provides two PC Card slots that accept a 16-bit PC
Card, CardBus Card, and Zoomed Video Card.
Infrared communication
The infrared communication technology allows wireless point-to-point
communication at up to 4 megabits per second with any other
ThinkPad computer or system equipped with an infrared port.
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About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM
ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad
Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book before using the computer.
Chapter 1. “Getting Familiar with Your Computer,” acquaints
you with the basic features of your computer.
Chapter 2. “Operating Your Computer,” provides information
on installing options and using your computer's high-technology
features.
Chapter 3. “Using Battery Power,” describes how to operate
your computer with the battery pack and provides power
management information.
Chapter 4. “Protecting Your Computer,” provides information
on using passwords, identifying yourself with the Personalization
Editor, and using locks.
Chapter 5. “Solving Computer Problems,” describes what to
do when you have a computer problem. The chapter includes a
troubleshooting guide and information on how to recover lost or
damaged software.
Chapter 6. “Getting Service,” describes various options of
IBM's support and service.
Appendix A. “Features and Specifications,” describes the
features and specifications associated with your computer,
including information on power cords.
Appendix B. “Product Warranties and Notices,” contains the
warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.
The glossary defines terms appearing in this book. The book
concludes with an index.
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