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ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide

ThinkPad® R40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide

Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under Appendix A, "Important safety instructions", on page 47, Appendix B, "Wireless related information", on page 53, Appendix C, "Warranty information", on page 55, and Appendix D, "Notices", on page 69.

DANGER v To avoid electric shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables appropriately when installing, moving or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. Use the power cord with a properly grounded outlet. v 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. v To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use your computer in or near water. v To avoid electric shock, do not use your computer with the telephone cable connection during an electrical storm. Do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall during an electrical storm. v Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags. v The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. There is danger of an explosion if the battery pack is incorrectly replaced, exposed to fire or water, short-circuited or disassembled. Keep the battery pack away from children and do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. v To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or thicker telephone cable. v The fluorescent lamp in the LCD contains mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. Rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break and the internal fluid to get into your eyes or on your hands. Immediately wash the affected areas with water. If symptoms persist, seek medical care. v Do not disassemble the optical storage drive unit, as this might result in hazardous radiation exposure. v Avoid direct eye exposure with the laser beam contained in some drives.

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Important Notice for Users
Important Regulatory Notice for Users
The ThinkPad R40 computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. You are requested to install and use your ThinkPad computer in strict accordance with the local RF regulations. Before you use the ThinkPad R40 computer, please find and read "Regulatory Notice for ThinkPad R40 Series," the notice that supplements this Service and Troubleshooting Guide. The notice is included in the package with this publication.

Information about hard disk capacity
Instead of providing a recovery CD or a Windows® CD with your computer, IBM® provides simpler methods of accomplishing the tasks typically associated with these CDs. The files and programs for these alternative methods are on your hard disk, which eliminates having to locate misplaced CDs and problems associated with using an incorrect CD version. The complete backup of all the files and programs that IBM preinstalled on your computer resides in a hidden section, or partition, of the hard disk. Although hidden, the backups in the partition consume hard disk space. Therefore, when checking the capacity of your hard disk according to Windows® you might note that the total capacity of the disk appears to be smaller than anticipated. This discrepancy is explained by the contents of the hidden partition. For more information about recovering your hard disk to the original preinstalled contents refer to your on-system help source, Access IBM. Press the blue Access IBM button or click the Access IBM icon on your desktop, and then browse the Learn section for various topics that cover backing up and recovering.

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Finding information with Access IBM

The blue Access IBM button can help you in many situations when your computer is working normally; and even when it is not. At your desktop, press the Access IBM button to open Access IBM. Access IBM is your on-board computer help center that brings you informative illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions for getting started and staying productive. You can also use the Access IBM button to interrupt the startup sequence of your computer and start the Access IBM Predesktop Area. If Windows® does not start correctly, press the Access IBM button during the startup sequence of your computer and start the Access IBM Predesktop Area. Use this area to run diagnostics, restore your backups (assuming you have made backups using IBM Rapid Restore PC), restore to factory contents (ie, what was there when you received your computer), start a utility that enables you to change your startup sequence, and get essential system information, and start the IBM BIOS Setup Utility where you can check and change BIOS settings. Press the Access IBM button to open the application that brings all of IBM's resources to you. On the next page, you will see the Welcome page of Access
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Some of the topics in your help system contain brief video clips that show you how to perform certain tasks, such as replacing your battery, inserting a PC Card, or upgrading your memory. Click play button to watch the video clip.

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Contents
Important Notice for Users. . . . . Important Regulatory Notice for Users . Information about hard disk capacity. . Finding information with Access IBM . . . . . . iii . iii . iii . v Getting help by fax . . . . Calling IBM . . . . . . . Getting help around the world . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 . 43 . 45

Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer . . . . . . . . . . . . Your ThinkPad at a glance . . . . . . Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . Caring for your ThinkPad computer . . . Chapter 2. Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . Error messages . . . . . . . . Errors without messages . . . . . A password problem . . . . . . A power switch problem . . . . . Keyboard problems . . . . . . UltraNavTM problems . . . . . . Standby or hibernation problems . . Computer screen problems . . . . Battery problems . . . . . . . Hard disk drive problems . . . . Startup problems . . . . . . . Other problems . . . . . . . . Starting IBM BIOS Setup Utility . . . Recovering pre-installed software . . . Upgrading the hard disk drive . . . . Replacing the battery . . . . . . . Install a memory module . . . . . Chapter 3. Getting help and IBM. . . . . . . . . Getting help and service . . Getting help on the Web . .

Appendix A. Important safety instructions 47 Modem safety information . . . . . . . 50 Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . 51 Appendix B. Wireless related information 53 Wireless Interoperability . . . . . . . . 53 Usage environment and your Health . . . . 53 Appendix C. Warranty information . . . . 55 Warranty Period . . . . . . . . . . 55 Warranty service and support . . . . . . 56 Before you call for service . . . . . . 56 Calling for service . . . . . . . . . 57 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753­06 08/2000. . . . . . . . . 57 Part 1 - General Terms . . . . . . . 57 Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . 60 Appendix D. Notices. . . . . . . . . 69 Processing date data . . . . . . . . . 69 References to the Web site addresses . . . . 70 Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . 70 Telecommunication notices . . . . . . . 71 Fax Branding . . . . . . . . . . 72 Industry Canada requirements . . . . . . 73 Notice for Australia . . . . . . . . . 74 Notice for New Zealand . . . . . . . . 75 Notice for European Union countries. . . . 77 Product notice requirements . . . . . . 78 Environmental notices for Japan . . . . . 78 Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer
Your ThinkPad at a glance Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . 3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . Caring for your ThinkPad computer . . . . . . 5 . 7

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Your ThinkPad at a glance Your ThinkPad at a glance

Front view

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Features Features
Processor v Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 Processor-M v Intel® Mobile Celeron® Processor v Intel® Pentium® M Processor Memory v Built-in: 128 MB, 256 MB or 512 MB, depending on the model v Maximum: 1024 MB Storage device v 2.5-inch hard disk drive: 20 GB, 40 GB or 60 GB, depending on the model Display The color display uses TFT technology: v Size: 13.3 inch, 14.1 inch, or 15.0 inch v Resolution: ­ LCD: Up to 1400-by-1050, depending on the model ­ External monitor: Up to 2048-by-1536 v Brightness control Keyboard v 87-key, 88-key, or 92-key v UltraNavTM (TrackPoint® and touch pad) or TrackPoint® only, depending on the model v Fn key function v Access IBM button v Volume control buttons v ThinkLightTM (on some models) v Forward and Back keys

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Features
Diskette drive - available on selected models To get the best performance from your diskette drives, use high-quality diskettes (such as IBM diskettes) that meet or exceed the following standards: v 1-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: ­ ANSI (American National Standards Institute) X3.137 ­ ISO (International Standards Organization) 8860 ­ ECMA (European Computer Manufacturers Association) 100 v 2-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: ­ ANSI X3.171 ­ ISO 9529 ­ ECMA 125 External interface v v v v v Parallel connector (IEEE 1284A) External-monitor connector PC Card slot (Type II, or Type III PC Card) Stereo Headphone jack Microphone jack

v S-Video out connector (on some models) v 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) connectors (on some models) v 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB 1.1) connectors (on some models) v v v v v v v v v Infrared port (on some models) RJ11 telephone connector (available if the modem feature is installed) RJ45 Ethernet connector UltrabayTM Plus or Optical storage drive in the fixed bay, depending on the model Port Replicate connector (on some models) IEEE 1394 port (on some models) Integrated Bluetooth feature (on some models) Integrated Microphone Integrated wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b) feature (on some models)

v Integrated wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11a/b) feature (on some models)

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Specifications Specifications
Size With a 13.3 or 14.1­inch display: v Width: 313 mm (12.3 in.) v Depth: 254 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 38.8 mm (1.53 in.) With a 15.0­inch display: v Width: 329 mm (13.0 in.) v Depth: 267.5 mm (10.5 in.) v Height: 40.5 mm (1.59 in.) Environment v Maximum altitude without pressurization: 3048 m (10,000 ft) v Temperature ­ At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) - Operating with no diskette: 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F) - Operating with a diskette: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) - Not operating: 5° to 43°C (41° to 110°F) ­ At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft) - Maximum operating temperature, 31.3°C (88° F) Note: When you charge the battery pack, its temperature must be at least 10°C (50°F). v Relative humidity: ­ Operating with no diskette in the drive: 8% to 95% ­ Operating with a diskette in the drive: 8% to 80% Heat output v 72 W (246 Btu/hr) maximum Power source (ac adapter) v Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz v Input rating of the ac adapter: 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack (depending on the model) v 8 cell Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack ­ Nominal voltage: 14.4 V dc ­ Capacity: 4.0 AH
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Specifications
v 6 cell Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack ­ Nominal voltage: 14.4 V dc ­ Capacity: 2.0 AH

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Caring for your ThinkPad computer Caring for your ThinkPad computer
Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Important tips: Be careful about where and how you work v 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. v Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water (to avoid the danger of electrical shock). v Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags. v Keep your computer away from magnets, activated cellular phones, electrical appliances, or speakers (within 13cm/5 in). v Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/41°F or above 35°C/95°F). Be gentle with your computer v Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or the palm rest. v Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. v Your computer display is designed to be opened and used at an angle slightly greater than 90 degrees. Do not open the display beyond 180 degrees, as this might damage the computer hinge. Carry your computer properly v Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables. v Be sure your computer is in standby or hibernation mode, or turned off, before moving it. This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data loss. v When picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom. Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display.

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v Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. Handle storage media and drives properly v Avoid inserting diskettes at an angle and attaching multiple or loose diskette labels, as these can lodge in the drive. v If your computer comes with a CD, DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive, do not touch the surface of a disc or the lens on the tray. v Wait until you hear the CD or DVD click into the center pivot of the CD, DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive before closing the tray. v When installing your hard disk, diskette, CD, DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive, follow the instructions shipped with your hardware, and apply pressure only where needed on the device. See Access IBM, your on-board help system, for information on replacing your hard disk drive (open Access IBM by pressing the Access IBM button.). Take care in setting passwords v Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, IBM will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive. Other important tips v Your computer modem might use only an analog telephone network, or public-switched telephone network (PSTN). Do not connect the modem to a PBX (private branch exchange) or any other digital telephone extension line because this could damage your modem. Analog phone lines are often used in homes, while digital phone lines are often used in hotels or office buildings. If you are not sure which kind of phone line you are using, contact your telephone company. v Your computer might have both an Ethernet connector and a modem connector. If so, be sure to connect your communication cable to the correct one, so your connector is not damaged. See Access IBM, your on-board help system, for information on the location of these connectors (press the Access IBM button to open Access IBM). v Register your ThinkPad products with IBM (refer to the Web page: www.ibm.com/pc/register). 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 technical information and upgrades. v Only an authorized IBM ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your computer. v Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed. v Take care not to turn your computer over while the ac adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug.

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Caring for your ThinkPad computer
v Turn off your computer if you are replacing a device in a device bay, or else verify that the device is warm-or hot-swappable. v If you exchange drives in your computer, reinstall the plastic bezel faces (if supplied). v Store your external and removable hard disk, diskette, CD, DVD, and CD-RW/DVD drives in the appropriate containers or packaging when they are not being used. Cleaning your computer Occasionally clean your computer as follows: v Use a soft cloth moistened with non-alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer. v Avoid spraying cleaner directly on the display or the keyboard. v Gently wipe the display with a soft, dry cloth. If you see a scratch-like mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard or the TrackPoint stick when the cover was pressed from the outside. Wipe or dust the stain gently with a soft, dry cloth. If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water that does not contain impurities, wring out as much of the water as you can, and then wipe the display again. Be sure to dry the display before closing it.

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Chapter 2. Solving computer problems
Diagnosing problems . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . Error messages . . . . . . Errors without messages . . . A password problem . . . . A power switch problem . . . Keyboard problems . . . . UltraNavTM problems . . . . Standby or hibernation problems Computer screen problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 13 13 16 18 18 18 19 20 24 Battery problems . . . . . Hard disk drive problems . . Startup problems . . . . . Other problems . . . . . . Starting IBM BIOS Setup Utility . Recovering pre-installed software . Upgrading the hard disk drive . . Replacing the battery . . . . . Install a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 27 27 30 32 34 35 37 38

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Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems
If you have a problem with your computer, you can test it by using PC-Doctor® for Windows®. To run PC-Doctor for Windows, do as follows: 1. Click Start. 2. Move the cursor to All Programs (in Windows other than Windows® XP, Programs) and then to PC-Doctor for Windows. 3. Click PC-Doctor. 4. Choose one of test, from either the Device Categories or the Test Scripts.

Attention Running any tests may take up to several minutes or longer. Make sure you have time to run the entire test; do not interrupt the test while it is running. The System Test of the Test Scripts runs some tests of critical hardware components, but it does not run all of the diagnostic tests in PC-Doctor for Windows. If PC-Doctor for Windows reports that all of the tests in the System Test have been run and that it has found no problems, consider running more of the tests in PC-Doctor for Windows. If you are preparing to contact IBM for support, be sure to print the test log so that you can rapidly provide information to the help technician.

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Solving computer problems Troubleshooting
If you do not find your problem here, refer to Access IBM, your on-board help system. Open Access IBM by pressing the Access IBM button. The following section only describes problems that might prevent you from accessing this help system.

Error messages
Notes: 1. In the charts, x can be any character. 2. The version of PC-Doctor referred to here is PC-Doctor for Windows.
Message 0175: Bad CRC1, stop POST task 0176: System Security The System has been tampered with. 0177: Bad SVP data, stop POST task. 0182: Bad CRC2. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup defaults. 0185: Bad startup sequence settings. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup defaults. 0187: EAIA data access error 0188: Invalid RFID serialization information area. 0189: Invalid RFID configuration information area Solution The EEPROM checksum is not correct (block #6). Have the computer serviced. This message is displayed if you remove the Security Chip and reinstall it, or install a new one. To clear the error, enter the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. If this does not solve the problem, have the computer serviced. Checksum of the supervisor password in the EEPROM is not correct. The system board should be replaced. Have the computer serviced. Checksum of the CRC2 setting in the EEPROM is not correct. Go to IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Press F9 and then Enter to load the default setting. Press F10 and then Enter to restart the system. Checksum of the startup sequence setting in the EEPROM is not correct. Go to IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Press F9 and then Enter to load the default setting. Press F10 and then Enter to restart the system. The access to EEPROM is failed. Have the computer serviced. The EEPROM checksum is not correct (block # 0 and 1). The system board should be replaced, and the box serial number needs to be reinstalled. Have the computer serviced. The EEPROM checksum is not correct (block # 4 and 5). The system board should be replaced, and the UUID needs to be reinstalled. Have the computer serviced.

0190: Critical low-battery The computer turned off because the battery is low. Connect the ac adapter error to the computer and charge the battery, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. 0199: System Security IBM Security password retry count exceeded. This message is displayed if you enter a wrong supervisor password more than three times. Confirm the supervisor password and try again. To clear the error, enter the IBM BIOS Setup Utility.

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Message 01C8: More than one modem devices are found. Remove one of them. Press to continue. 01C9: More than one Ethernet devices are found. Remove one of them. Press to continue. 0200: Hard disk error Solution Remove either a Modem Mini-PCI Card or a Modem Daughter Card, otherwise press Esc to ignore the warning message. If it does not solve this problem, have the computer serviced.

Your ThinkPad computer has a built-in Ethernet feature, and you cannot add another such feature by installing an Ethernet device such as a Mini-PCI Ethernet Card or an Ethernet Daughter Card. If this error message is displayed, remove the Ethernet device that you installed. Otherwise press Esc to ignore the warning message. If this does not solve the problem, have the computer serviced. The hard disk is not working. Make sure that the hard disk drive is attached firmly. Run the IBM BIOS Setup Utility; then make sure the hard disk drive is not disabled in the Startup menu. Make sure that there are no objects placed on the keyboard, or if you have one, the external keyboard. Turn off the computer, and turn off all attached devices. Turn on the computer first; then turn on the attached devices. If you still see the same error code, do the following: If an external keyboard is connected, do the following: v Turn off the computer and disconnect the external keyboard; then turn on the computer. Make sure that the built-in keyboard operates correctly. If it does, have the external keyboard serviced. v Make sure that the external keyboard is connected to the correct connector. Test the computer by using PC-Doctor. v If the computer stops during the test, have the computer serviced.

021x: Keyboard error

0230: Shadow RAM error The shadow RAM failed. Test your computer's memory with PC-Doctor. If you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. 0231: System RAM error The system RAM failed. Test your computer's memory with PC-Doctor. If you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. The extended RAM failed. Test your computer's memory with PC-Doctor. If you have increased memory just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then test the memory with PC-Doctor. The backup battery, which is used to preserve the configuration information, such as the date and time, while the computer is turned off, is depleted. Replace the battery and run IBM BIOS Setup Utility to verify the configuration. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced.

0232: Extended RAM error 0250: System battery error

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Solving computer problems
Message 0251: System CMOS checksum bad Solution The system CMOS might have been corrupted by an application program. The computer uses the default settings. Run IBM BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure the settings. If you still see the same error code, have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced.

0260: System timer error 0270: Real time clock error

0271: Date and time error Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer. Set the date and time, using the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. 0280: Previous boot incomplete Your computer was previously unable to complete the boot process. Turn the computer off; then turn it on to start the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Verify the configuration and then restart the computer either by choosing the Exit Saving Changes option under the Restart item or by pressing F10. If you still see the same error code, have the computer serviced.

02D0: System cache error The cache is disabled. Have the computer serviced. 02F4: EISA CMOS not writable 02F5: DMA test failed 02F6: Software NMI failed Have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced.

02F7: Fail-safe timer NMI Have the computer serviced. failed 1802: Unauthorized network card is plugged in - Power off and remove the miniPCI network card. The power-on password prompt The Mini-PCI network card is not supported on this computer. Remove it.

A power-on password or a supervisor password is set. Type the password and press Enter to use the computer. If the power-on password is not accepted, a supervisor password might have been set. Type the supervisor password and press Enter. If you still see the same error message, have the computer serviced. A hard disk password is set. Type the password and press Enter to use the computer. If you still see the same error message, have the computer serviced.

The hard disk password prompt

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Message Hibernation error Solution The system configuration changed between the time your computer entered hibernation mode and the time it left this mode, and your computer cannot resume normal operation. v Restore the system configuration to what it was before your computer entered hibernation mode. v If the memory size has been changed, re-create the hibernation file. Operating system not found. Verify the following: v The hard disk drive is correctly installed. v A startable diskette is in the diskette drive If you still see the same error message, check the boot sequence, using the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Fan error The cooling fan has failed. Have the computer serviced.

EMM386 Not Installed -- Edit C:\CONFIG.SYS and change a line from Unable to Set Page device=C:\WINDOWS\EMM386.EXE RAM Frame Base Address. to device=C:\WINDOWS\EMM386.EXE NOEMS and save this file. CardBus Configuration Error --Device Disabled Go to the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Press F9 and then Enter to load the default setting. Press F10 and then Enter to restart the system. Thermal sensing error The thermal sensor is not functioning correctly. Have the computer serviced.

Errors without messages
Problem: When I turn on the machine, nothing appears on the screen and the machine does not beep while starting up. Note: If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps, turn off the computer; then turn it on again, and listen again. If you are using an external monitor, refer to"Computer screen problems" on page 24 Solution: If a power-on password is set, press any key to display the power-on password prompt, and then type the correct password and press Enter. If the power-on password prompt does not appear, the brightness level might be set to minimum brightness. Adjust the brightness level by pressing the Fn+Home.

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Solving computer problems
If the screen still remains blank, make sure that: v The battery is installed correctly. v The ac adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. v The computer power is on. (Turn on the power switch again for confirmation.) If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. Problem: When I turn on the machine, nothing appears on the screen, but I hear two or more beeps. Solution: Make sure that the memory card is installed correctly. If it is, but the screen is still blank, and you hear five beeps, have the computer serviced. If you hear 4 cycles of 4 beeps each, the Security Chip has a problem. Have the computer serviced. Problem: When I turn on the machine, only a white cursor appears on a blank screen. Solution: Reinstall your operating system, and turn on the computer. If you still see only the cursor on the screen, have the computer serviced. Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is on. Solution: Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Touch the TrackPoint or the touch pad, or press a key to exit the screen saver, or press the power switch to resume from standby or hibernation. Problem: The DOS full-screen looks smaller. Solution: If you use a DOS application that supports only 640x480 resolution (VGA mode), the screen image might look slightly distorted or appear smaller than the display size. This is to maintain compatibility with other DOS applications. To expand the screen image to the same size as the actual screen, start the ThinkPad Configuration Program and click LCD; then select the Screen expansion function. (The image might still look slightly distorted.) Note: If your computer has a screen expansion function, you can use the Fn+F8 keys to expand the screen image. But you can not use this function in Windows® 2000 environment.

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Solving computer problems A password problem
Problem: I forgot my password. Solution: If you forgot your power-on password, you must take your computer to an IBM authorized servicer or marketing representative to have the password canceled. If you forgot your hard disk password, IBM will not reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to an IBM authorized servicer or an IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. If you forgot your supervisor password, IBM will not reset your password. You must take your computer to an IBM authorized servicer or IBM marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

A power switch problem
Problem: The system does not respond, and you cannot turn off the computer. Solution: Turn off the computer by pressing and holding the power switch for 4 seconds or more. If the computer is still not reset, remove the ac adapter and the battery.

Keyboard problems
Problem: The cursor does not move after the computer returns from one of the power management modes. Solution: Make sure you followed the instructions correctly when you installed Windows with the Advanced Power Management (APM) option. Note: The APM option is supported in Windows® 98, and Windows NT®. Note: Some models support Windows® XP only. Problem: Some or all of the keys on the keyboard do not work. Solution: If the problem occurred immediately after the computer returned from standby mode, enter the power-on password if any is set. If an external keyboard is connected, the numeric keypad on your computer does not work. Use the numeric keypad on the external keyboard.

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If an external numeric keypad or a mouse is connected: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the external numeric keypad or the mouse. 3. Turn on the computer and try using the keyboard again. If the keyboard problem is resolved, carefully reconnect the external numeric keypad, external keyboard, or mouse, making sure that you have seated the connectors properly. If any keys on the keyboard still do not work, have the external numeric keypad, external keyboard, or mouse serviced. Problem: A number appears when you type a letter. Solution: The numeric lock function is on. To disable it, press and hold Shift; then press NumLk. Problem: Some or all of the keys on the external numeric keypad do not work. Solution: Make sure that the external numeric keypad is correctly connected to the computer. Problem: Some or all of the keys on the external keyboard do not work. Solution: If you are using ThinkPad Port Replicator, Port Replicator II or MiniDock, make sure that the keyboard cable is correctly connected to the keyboard connector. If the connection is correct, disconnect the cable and make sure that the built-in keyboard operates properly. If the built-in keyboard works, there is a problem with the external keyboard. Try using a different external keyboard. Note: Some models does not support Mini Dock, Port Replicator, and Port Replicator II.

UltraNavTM problems
Problem: The cursor drifts when the computer is turned on or after it resumes normal operation. Solution: The cursor might drift when you are not using the TrackPoint during normal operation. This is a normal characteristic of the TrackPoint and is not a defect. It will cease in several seconds, if you wait without touching TrackPoint. Cursor drifting might occur for several seconds under the following conditions:
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v v v v When When When When the the the the computer is turned on. computer resumes normal operation. TrackPoint is pressed for a long time. temperature changes.

Problem: The PS/2® Port mouse or the PS/2 pointing device does not work. Solution: Make sure that the TrackPoint and the touch pad are set to Automatic in the ThinkPad Configuration Program. Then detach the PS/2® Port mouse or the PS/2® pointing device, and try using the TrackPoint and the touch pad. If the TrackPoint and the touch pad work, the error might be due to the PS/2® Port mouse or the PS/2® pointing device. Note: Some models have the TrackPoint only, without a touch pad and its buttons. Make sure that the cable for the PS/2® Port mouse or the PS/2® pointing device is securely connected to ThinkPad Port Replicator, Port Replicator II or MiniDock. Note: For more information, see the manual supplied with the mouse. Some models does not support Mini Dock, Port Replicator, and Port Replicator II. Problem: The mouse buttons do not work. Solution: If your ThinkPad computer has the TrackPoint only, this problem may occur. Change the mouse driver to Standard PS/2® Port Mouse, and then reinstall IBM PS/2 TrackPoint. Drivers are provided in the C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive. If your hard disk drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the ThinkPad Web site. For access to this Web site, open Access IBM by pressing the Access IBM button.

Standby or hibernation problems
Problem: The computer enters standby mode unexpectedly. Solution: If the processor reaches a temperature that is too high, the computer automatically enters standby mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and other internal components. Also, check the settings for standby mode, using Battery MaxiMiser. Problem: The computer enters standby mode immediately after Power-on self-test (POST) (the standby indicator light turns on).

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Solution: Make sure that: v The battery is charged. v The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. Refer to "Specifications" on page 5. If these items are correct, have the computer serviced. Problem: The critical low-battery error message is displayed, and the computer immediately turns off. Solution: The battery power is getting low. Connect the ac adapter to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. Problem: When you take action to return from standby mode, the computer display remains blank. Solution: Check whether an external monitor was disconnected while the computer was in standby mode. Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in standby mode or hibernation mode. If no external monitor is attached when the computer resumes, the computer display remains blank and output is not displayed. This restriction does not depend on the resolution value. Press Fn+F7 to bring up the computer display. Problem: The computer does not return from standby mode, or the standby indicator stays on and the computer does not work. Solution: If the system does not return from standby mode, it may have entered standby or hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted. Check the standby indicator. v If the standby indicator is on, your computer is in standby mode. Connect the ac adapter to the computer; then press Fn. v If the standby indicator is off, your computer is in hibernation mode or power-off state. Connect the ac adapter to the computer; then press power button to resume operation. If the system still does not return from standby mode, your system may stop responding and you cannot turn off the computer. In this case, you need to reset the computer. If you have not saved your data, it may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac adapter and the battery. Problem: Your computer does not enter standby or hibernation mode. Solution: Check whether any option has been selected that would disable your computer from entering standby or hibernation mode.
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Problem: The computer does not enter standby mode as set by the timer under Windows® 98 or Windows NT®. Note: Some models support Windows® XP only. Solution: For Windows 98: The generic CD-ROM or DVD-ROM driver for Windows® 98 accesses the internal CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive every 3 seconds to see whether a CD-ROM is inserted there. This prevents your computer from entering standby mode even after a timeout. To enable the computer to enter standby mode, do the following: 1. Click Start. 2. Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click Control Panel, and then double-click System. Click the Device Manager tab. Click the + mark of CD-ROM. Double-click the name of the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. Click the Settings tab.

8. Clear the Auto insert notification check box. Windows 98 no longer detects the insertion of a CD-ROM or a DVD-ROM automatically. For Windows NT: If you enable the CD-ROM AutoRun feature, the timer cannot trigger the computer to enter standby mode. To enable the timer, disable the AutoRun feature by editing the configuration information in the registry as follows:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ CurrentControlSet\Services\Cdrom\ Autorun: 0x1 > Autorun: 0

Problem: The Fn+F12 key combination does not cause the computer to enter hibernation mode. Solution: The computer cannot enter hibernation mode: v If you are using one of the IBM communication PC Cards. To enter hibernation mode, stop the communication program, and then remove the PC Card or disable the PC Card slot, using the Control Panel. v If the hibernation utility is not installed in Windows 98 or Windows NT. To install the hibernation utility, refer to "Installing device drivers" in the Access IBM, your on-board help system.

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Note: Some models support Windows® XP only. v If the hibernation mode is not enabled. To enable it, do as follows: For Windows 98: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration Program. 2. Click Power Management. 3. Click the Hibernation tab. 4. Click the Enable hibernation button. 5. Click the Create Now button. For Windows NT: Note: You must format your hard disk with the FAT format system to use hibernation mode in Windows NT. If you format your hard disk with NTFS, the default format in Windows NT, you cannot use hibernation mode. 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration Program. 2. Click Power Management. 3. Click Suspend/Resume Options. 4. Click Enable Hibernation. 5. Click OK. For Windows® XP or Windows® 2000: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration Program. 2. Click Power Management. 3. Click the Hibernate tab. 4. Select the hibernate support checkbox. 5. Click OK. Note: You can enter hibernation mode by pressing Fn+F12 only if the PM driver for Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP has been installed. Problem: Under Windows® XP, the Fn+F3 key combination does not make the computer screen go blank. Solution: Windows® XP enables multiple users to log on to the system at the same time. If you are the first user to have logged on to your computer, you can use the Fn+F3 key combination. Otherwise the combination will not work on your computer.

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Problem: The screen is blank. Solution: v If the standby status indicator is on (in green), press Fn to resume from the standby mode. v If you are using the ac adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on (in green), press Fn+Home to make the screen brighter. v If you attach an external monitor to your computer, press Fn+F7 to switch the screen output location. v If the problem persists, do the "Solution" in the problem below. Problem: The screen is unreadable or distorted. Solution: Make sure that: v The display device driver is installed correctly. v The display resolution and color depth are correctly set. v The monitor type is correct. To check these settings, do as follows: For Windows® 2000 and Windows® 98: 1. Double-click Display in the Control Panel. The Display Properties window opens. 2. Click the Settings tab. 3. Check if the color depth and resolution are correctly set. 4. Click Advanced. 5. Click the Adapter tab. 6. Make sure "ATI Mobility RADEON" or "ATI Mobility RADEON 7500" is shown in the adapter information window. 7. Click the Monitor tab. 8. Make sure the Monitor type is correct. For Windows® XP: 1. Click Start. 2. Click Control Panel. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Appearance and Themes in the Pick a category section. Click Display in the Pick a Control Panel icon section. Click the Settings tab. Check whether the color depth and resolution are correctly set.

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7. Click Advanced. 8. Click the Adapter tab. 9. Make sure "ATI Mobility RADEON", "ATI Mobility RADEON 7500", or "ATI RADEON IGP 330M" is shown in the adapter information window. 10. Click the Monitor tab. 11. Make sure the Monitor type is correct. Note: Some models support Windows® XP only. For Windows NT: 1. Double-click Display in the Control Panel. The Display Properties window opens. 2. Click the Settings tab. 3. Check if the color depth and resolution are correctly set. 4. Click Display Type. 5. Make sure "ATI Mobility RADEON" or "ATI Mobility RADEON 7500" is shown in the Display Type window. Problem: Incorrect characters appear on the screen. Solution: Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. Problem: The screen stays on even after you turn off your computer. Solution: Press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or more to turn off your computer; then turn it on again. Problem: Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer. Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer's display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen might exist all the time. Problem: A message, "Unable to create overlay window," appears when you try to start DVD playback. or You get poor or no playback while running video playback, DVD playback, or game applications. Solution: Do either of the following:
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v If you are using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to 16-bit mode. v If you are using a desktop size of 1280×1024 or larger, reduce the desktop size and the color depth.

Battery problems
Problem: The battery cannot be fully charged by the power-off method in the standard charge time for your computer. Solution: The battery might be over-discharged. Do the following: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Make sure that the over-discharged battery is in the computer. 3. Connect the ac adapter to the computer and let it charge. If the battery cannot be fully charged in 24 hours, use a new battery. If the optional Quick Charger is available, use it to charge the over-discharged battery. Problem: Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty, -or- Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery. Problem: The operating time for a fully charged battery is short. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery. If your battery's operating time is still short, use a new battery. Problem: The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery. Solution: The surge protector in the battery might be active. Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the protector; then turn on the computer again. Problem: The battery does not charge. Solution: You cannot charge the battery when it is too hot. If the battery feels hot, remove it from the computer and allow it to cool to room temperature. After it cools, reinstall it and recharge the battery. If it still cannot be charged, have it serviced.

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Solving computer problems Hard disk drive problems
Problem: The hard disk drive makes a rattling noise intermittently. Solution: The rattling noise might be heard when: v The hard disk drive starts accessing the data or when it stops. v You are carrying the hard disk drive. v You are carrying your computer. This is a normal characteristic of a hard disk drive and is not a defect. Problem: The hard disk drive does not work. Solution: In the startup menu in IBM BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that there is no exclamation point ! to the left of the hard disk drive or its child node. If there is such a mark, the hard disk drive is disabled. Clear the mark to enable the drive by pressing the Insert key.

Startup problems
Problem: The Microsoft® Windows® operating system will not start. Solution: Use the Access IBM Predesktop Area to help solve or identify your problem. Starting the Access IBM Predesktop is easy. If the Windows operating system does not start correctly, the Access IBM Predesktop Area will start automatically. If, for some reason the Access IBM Predesktop Area does not open automatically, do the following: 1. Turn off your PC, and then turn it back on again. 2. Watch the screen carefully while your PC starts. When the following prompt is displayed, press the blue Access IBM button to open the Access IBM Predesktop Area: "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button." The Access IBM Predesktop Area opens to the Utilities page.

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A window such as this will appear:

3. After the Access IBM Predesktop Area opens to the Utilities page, you can select from the following icons: v Start setup utility opens the IBM BIOS Setup Utiltiy program. v Recover to factory contents erases all files on primary partition--the C drive--and installs the software contents present when your PC was manufactured. Call the IBM HelpCenter for help and information before using this recovery method. (See the telephone numbers in this publication under "Calling IBM" on page 43 v Restore your backups restores backups you have made with IBM Rapid Restore PC, if backups have been made. v Run diagnostics starts diagnostics tests to help determine whether there are problems with your PC and what might be causing them. v Create diagnostic disks helps you create special disks used during diagnostic tests. In the left panel of the Access IBM Predesktop Area, you can click the following to open other pages or exit the utility: Startup enables you to change the order of devices in which the PC searches for the operating system during startup. In some situations, you might need

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to start the operating system from a CD drive rather than the hard disk. You specify those kinds of changes on this page. Preferences presents various options, depending on your model and accessories, you can set for the Access IBM Predesktop Area. Information gathers essential information about your PC that you can provide to call center technicians, if necessary. Help provides information about the various pages in Access IBM Predesktop area. Exit closes the Access IBM Predesktop Area and resumes the startup sequence that was interrupted.

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Problem: The computer locks or does not accept any input. Solution: Your computer might lock when it enters standby mode during a communication operation. Disable the standby timer when you are working on the network. To turn off the computer, press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or more. Problem: The computer does not turn off with the power switch. Solution: If the standby indicator is on and you are working under battery power, change your power source to ac power and push Fn key to resume normal operation, then shut down the computer. If you still have a problem, press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or more; this forces the computer to turn off. Problem: The computer does not start from a device you want, such as a diskette drive. Solution: Refer to the Startup menu of the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Make sure that the startup sequence in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from the device you want. Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is enabled by checking that there is no ! mark preceding the device name. If there is such a mark, clear the mark to enable the device by pressing the Insert key. Problem: The computer does not respond. Solution: IRQs for the PCI are all set as 11. The computer does not respond because it cannot share the IRQ with other devices. Refer to the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Problem: Playback of DVD is not smooth in Windows® 2000. Solution: If you select the Maximum Battery mode for the Intel SpeedStepTM technology, this problem may occur. This mode is designed to achieve maximum battery life by switching the processor speed between the regular low speed and half of that speed, depending on how much the processor is used. If the use increases, Intel SpeedStep switches the processor speed to the lower speed. Operation in this mode can severely degrade the performance of the processor, and thus cause the playback of a DVD to be jerky.

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To avoid or reduce this problem, you can choose the following mode of operation, as follows: v Maximum Performance: Keeps the processor speed high at all times. To choose a mode, do the following: 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration Program. 2. Click Power Management. 3. Click the Intel SpeedStep technology tab. 4. From the list, select the mode you want. 5. Click OK. Problem: The computer cannot play a CD, or the sound quality of a CD is not good. Solution: Be sure that the disk meets the standards for your country. Usually, a disk that meets the local standards is marked with a CD logo on the label. If you use a disc that does not meet these standards, we cannot guarantee that it will play, or that, if it does play, the sound quality will be good. Problem: You may receive "Unsafe Removal of Device" message that mentions the USB 1.x device when you resume from suspend or hibernation on Windows® 2000. Solution: You can safely close this box. It is a USB 2.0 driver issue on Windows® 2000. Microsoft Knowledge Base number Q328580 and Q323754 under the "More Information" section explain this in more detail. Visit the Microsoft Knowledge Base Homepage at http://support.microsoft.com/, type the number of knowledge base number in the search field, and click the search button.

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Solving computer problems Starting IBM BIOS Setup Utility
Your computer provides a program, called IBM BIOS Setup Utility, that enables you to select various setup parameters. v Config: Set the configuration of your computer. v Date/Time: Set the date and time. v Security: Set security features. v Startup: Set the startup device. v Restart: Restart the system. Note: You can set many of these parameters more easily by using the ThinkPad Configuration Program. For more information on this Program, refer to the on-board help. To start IBM BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. To protect yourself against accidental loss of data, refer to "Backing up your system registry and configuration" in Access IBM. Open Access IBM by pressing the Access IBM button. Backing up your registry saves your computer's current configuration. 2. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the computer. 3. Turn on the computer; then, while the "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button" message is displayed at the lower-left of the screen, press the Access IBM button. The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on the screen. (If you have deleted the service partition of the hard disk drive, or replaced the hard disk drive itself, the Access IBM does not appears. Refer to the "Note" below.) Next, double-click the "Start setup utility" icon. If you have set a supervisor password, the "IBM BIOS Setup Utility" menu appears after you enter the password. You can start the utility by pressing Enter instead of entering the supervisor password; however, you cannot change the parameters that are protected by the supervisor password. For more information, refer to the on-board help. Note: If the "Startup Interrupt Menu" appears instead of the "Access IBM Predesktop Area", press F1 key to enter the "IBM BIOS Setup Utility". 4. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you want to change. When the item you want is highlighted, press Enter. A submenu is displayed. 5. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, use the F5 or F6 key. If the item has a submenu, you can display it by pressing Enter. 6. Press F3 or Esc to exit from the submenu. If you are in a nested submenu, press Esc repeatedly until you reach the IBM BIOS Setup Utility menu.

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Note: If you need to restore the settings to their original state as of the time of purchase, press the F9 key to load the default settings. You can also select an option in the Restart submenu to load the default settings or discard the changes. 7. Select Restart; then press Enter. Move the cursor to the option you want for restarting your computer; then press Enter. Your computer restarts.

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Solving computer problems Recovering pre-installed software
If your hard disk drive data is damaged or accidentally erased, you can restore the software that was shipped with your computer. This software includes your pre-installed operating system, applications, and device drivers. You can restore your pre-installed software using the Product Recovery program. The Product Recovery program is in a section of your hard disk drive that is not displayed by Windows Explorer. Note: The recovery process might take up to 2 hours.

Attention All of the files on the primary hard disk partition (usually drive C) will be lost in the recovery process. Be sure to back up copies of the files you have saved on your drive C before you begin. Note: You might need to use a diskette drive in the recovery process. Use a drive that is compatible with your computer. To use the Product Recovery program to restore your pre-installed software, do the following: 1. Create a Recovery Repair diskette, according to the procedure below. 2. If possible, save all your files to media other than your hard disk. 3. Turn off your computer. 4. Turn on your computer. At the prompt, press the Access IBM button. (The prompt "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button" appears for only a few seconds. You must press the Access IBM button quickly.) The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on the screen. Next, double-click the "Recover to factory contents" icon. The Product Recovery program main menu opens. 5. Select the recovery options you want, and then follow the instructions on the screen. 6. When the Product Recovery program finishes, your computer will restart and begin the configuration process.

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Upgrading the hard disk drive Upgrading the hard disk drive
You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Note: Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. The Access ThinkPad Predesktop Area and the Product Recovery program is not contained in the optional hard disk drive.

Attention Handling a hard disk drive v Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs the physical shock. v Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive. v 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, and then turn the computer off. Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in standby mode, or in hibernation mode. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. 4. Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive.

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5. Open the computer display; then stand the computer on its side and remove the hard disk drive by pulling the cover away from the computer.

6. Detach the cover from the hard disk drive.

7. Attach the cover to a new hard disk drive. 8. Insert the hard disk drive and its cover into the hard disk drive bay; then firmly install them.

9. Turn the computer over so that its bottom side is up. Reinstall the screw. Note: You can replace the screw with a security screw to prevent the hard disk drive from being removed easily. The security screw may not be included in your ship group. You can, however, purchase screw directly from NABS at www.nabsnet.com 10. Reinstall the battery. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac adapter and the cables to the computer.

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Replacing the battery Replacing the battery
1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. Note: If you are using a PC Card, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. If this happens, turn off the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Slide the battery latch to unlock it 1 ; then remove the battery 2 . Note: The first position of the battery latch is for releasing the lock of the battery.

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5. Slide the battery latch to lock it.

6. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac adapter and the cables to the computer.

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Install a memory module Install a memory module
To install the DIMM, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Remove the battery. 4. Loosen the screw on the memory slot cover; then remove the cover.

If the SO-DIMM is already in the memory slot, remove it to make room for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save it for future use.

5. Find the notch on the side of the SO-DIMM. Attention: To avoid damaging the SO-DIMM, do not touch its contact edge. 6. With the notched end of the SO-DIMM toward the right side of the socket, insert the SO-DIMM into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees 1 ; then press it firmly 2 .
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7. Pivot the SO-DIMM until it snaps into place. Make sure that the card is firmly fixed in the slot and does not move easily. 8. Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot, aligning the back side of the cover first; then tighten the screw. Attention: When you have added or upgraded a memory card, do not use your computer until you have closed the memory slot cover. Never use the computer with the cover open. 9. Put the battery pack in place and turn the computer over again. To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1. Turn the computer on. 2. While the "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button" message is displayed at the lower-left area of the screen, press the Access IBM button.. The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on the screen. (If you have deleted the service partition of the hard disk drive, or replaced the hard disk dri