Lenovo ThinkPad i Series 1157 User manual

First Edition (January 1999)
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Contents
Part 1. Using the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase .......................................... 1-1
Identifying the hardware features ............... 1-2
Installing a device in the UltraBase .............. 1-4
Identifying the hardware features ............... 1-9
Installing a device in the UltraBase ............. 1-11
Appendix A. Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Appendix B. Help and service information ......... 25
Step 1. Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Step 2. Preparing for the call ................. 26
Step 3. Placing the call to IBM ................ 26
Appendix C. Product warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix D. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Part 1. Using the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase
The ThinkPad 570 UltraBase (hereafter called the UltraBase) enhances
your computer with two ports (a USB port and a MIDI port), and two
bays (the diskette-drive/battery bay and the UltraslimBay). You can
install the following devices in the bays:
You can use either of the following port replicators with your
computer through the UltraBase:
This guide describes how to install devices into the UltraBase. For
other details on the UltraBase, refer to the system's user's reference.
CAUTION
Read the Safety information in the Appendix A before installing
this product.
Port Replicator with Advanced
EtherJet Feature
ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator
Bay Supported devices
Diskette-drive/battery
bay Secondary battery ThinkPad 570 external FDD
UltraslimBay UltraslimBay DVD drive
CD-ROM drive
LS-120 drive
Secondary hard disk drive
Notes:
1. Some devices have a front cover that prevents installation
into the UltraBase. Be sure to get devices that have a
removable front cover.
2. To insert a hard disk drive in the UltraslimBay, you need a
hard-disk-drive adapter, supplied as an option.
Note: Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required
for warranty services. (See Appendix B.)
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Identifying the hardware features
Front view
1The docking connector is where you attach your ThinkPad
computer to the UltraBase.
2You release these eject levers when you remove the computer.
3The bay lock prevents the device in the diskette-drive/battery
bay from being removed.
4The diskette-drive/battery bay is used for installing a
secondary battery pack or a diskette drive.
5The bay eject lever ejects the device in the bays.
6With the eject request button, you can request to remove the
device in the bays.
7The status indicator indicates when you can safely remove a
device in the bays.
8The UltraslimBay is used for installing various devices such as
a CD-ROM drive, a DVD drive, an LS-120, and a secondary
hard disk drive.
9The UltraslimBay lock prevents the device in the UltraslimBay
from being removed.
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Rear view
1These guides are for attaching your computer to the UltraBase.
2The power jack is for connecting the AC Adapter cable.
3The MIDI/joystick port connects a MIDI/joystick cable for
using a joystick or MIDI equipment.
4The universal serial bus (USB) connecter enables you to
connect any device that conforms to the USB interface. Many
recent digital devices comply to this standard.
5The line-out jack is where you connect an external stereo audio
device.
6The security keyhole is used for a security lock.
Bottom view
1The docking connectors are where you attach your
computer–UltraBase assembly to a port replicator.
2These holes are for attaching your computer and UltraBase
assembly to a port replicator.
3The left and right built-in speakers generate stereo sound.
4The UltraBase lock prevents the eject levers from being
released.
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Installing a device in the UltraBase
If you wish to install devices in the UltraBase, install them before you
attach your computer.
Attention
After you attach your computer to the UltraBase, you cannot
remove a device from the bays of the UltraBase. If you want
to remove a device in the UltraBase, you must first detach
your computer from the UltraBase.
Your computer might be hot after detaching from the
UltraBase. This is normal after long use.
Always attach and close the bay cover.
Installing a device in the diskette-drive/battery
bay
1
Release the bay lock to the unlocked position 1, and release
the bay eject lever to the right 2.
2 Remove the blank bezel or any device that is already in the
diskette-drive/battery bay.
3 If you are installing a secondary battery pack, see Installing a
secondary battery pack.
If you are installing a diskette drive, see Installing a diskette
drive.
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Installing a secondary battery pack
Charging the battery pack
If you are using two batteries and connecting the AC Adapter to
charge them, the battery pack in the computer is charged first. If
you do not install the battery pack in the computer and want to
charge the battery pack in the diskette-drive/battery bay, you must
first attach your computer to the UltraBase.
You must attach the computer to charge the battery pack in the
UltraBase.
1 Release the bay lock to the unlocked position 1, and remove
the bay cover 2.
2 To install the battery pack, align the right side of the battery
pack to the right side of the diskette-drive/battery bay of the
computer 1; then put the battery pack in place 2.
3 To replace the bay cover, align the left side of the cover to the
left side of the diskette-drive/battery bay of the computer 1;
then put the cover in place 2.
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Installing a diskette drive: To install a diskette drive in the
diskette-drive/battery bay, insert the drive until it is connected firmly.
Installing a device in the UltraslimBay
1
Release the bay lock to the unlocked position 1, and release
the bay eject lever to the left 2.
To remove the battery pack from the diskette-drive/battery bay,
do as follows:
1. Release the bay lock to the unlocked position 1, and
remove the bay cover 2.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3. Replace the bay cover.
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