User manual IBM THINKPAD 380XD

1 2 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide 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) 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 disclaimers of 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. Requests for technical information about IBM products should be made to your IBM Authorized Dealer or your IBM Marketing Representative. Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1997. All rights reserved. Note to US 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 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. iii 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 10­24X 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. iv IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide 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. v 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. vi IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer: Information for IBM Operating System/2 (OS/2) users. Information for Microsoft Windows 3.11 users. Information for Microsoft Windows 95 users. Information for IBM DOS users. Information for Microsoft Windows NT users. vii Safety Information DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown below when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. The 3-pin power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet. To Connect Turn everything OFF. To Disconnect Turn everything OFF. First, attach all cables to devices. First, remove the power cord from the outlet. Remove signal cables from receptacles. Attach the signal cables to receptacles. Remove all cables from devices. Attach the power cord to an outlet. Turn the device ON. viii IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Note: In the U.K., by law: The telephone line cable must be connected after the power cord. The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable. DANGER Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the rechargeable battery pack. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. In the United States, call IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal. CAUTION: The lithium battery can be replaced only by your dealer or an IBM service representative. It contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) repair or disassemble. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. CAUTION: The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD) contains mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations. The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes; then get medical care if any symptoms are present after washing. ix Laser Compliance Statement The CD-ROM drive in the IBM ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the top of the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class I laser products. In other countries, the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of EN60825. CAUTION: Do not open the CD-ROM drive; no user adjustments or serviceable parts are inside. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Class I (1) laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The CD-ROM drive has an internal, Class I (1), 0.5-milliwatt, aluminum gallium-arsenide laser that operates at a wavelength of 760 to 810 nanometers. The design of the laser system and the CD-ROM drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class I (1) level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions. x IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide xi xii IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Contents Functional Highlights . . . . . . About This Book . . . . . . . . Safety Information . . . . . . . Laser Compliance Statement .................... .................... ................... ................... ....... ........ ........ ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ...... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... iv vi viii x 1 2 8 10 10 16 19 29 30 30 30 31 31 33 33 34 34 36 36 39 40 44 48 51 52 52 56 58 59 63 66 68 68 72 Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer Locations ........................ System-Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Distinctive Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backing Up Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) . . . . . . . . . Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely . . . Handling Your ThinkPad Computer . . . . . . . . Cleaning Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrying Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extending Your Computer's Battery Life . . . . . .............. Ergonomics Information Ruggedized Mobile Computers . . . . . . . . . . For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 2. Operating Your Computer . . . . . . Increasing Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . Using an External Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . Disabling the TrackPoint III ............ Switching between the LCD and an External Monitor Attaching the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using SVGA Video Mode ............. Using a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the PC Card ............... Installing the PC Card Modem . . . . . . . . . . . Using CardWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC Card Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stopping the PC Card ............... Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 xiii Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Audio Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the 3D Sound Retrieval System (SRS) Function Using Infrared Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator ... Detaching Your Computer from the Port Replicator . .... .... ... .... .... .... .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 72 73 74 77 80 80 84 87 88 88 88 93 93 99 102 108 109 111 112 112 113 117 123 127 129 130 135 136 137 138 142 143 144 147 148 148 149 Chapter 3. Using Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................... Using the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monitoring the Battery Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saving Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Power Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . Customizing Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode Using Other Battery-Saving Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 4. Protecting Your Computer Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entering a Password . . . . . . . . . Setting a Password . . . . . . . . . . Changing or Removing a Password Using the Personalization Editor . . . . Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ Chapter 5. Solving Computer Problems Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . Hints, Tips, and Limitations . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . Error Codes or Screen Messages . . . . No Error Codes or Screen Messages . Input Problems .............. Suspend or Hibernation Problems ... LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . An Indicator Problem . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Drive Problems ........ xiv IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Infrared Communication Problems . . . . . A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem . . . PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A Printer Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Monitor Problems . . . . . . . . . . Port Replicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . Other Option Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Testing Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recovering Lost or Damaged Software . . . . Using the Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . Using the Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) Chapter 6. Getting Service . . . . . . . . Information on Your Computer . . . . . . . Option List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . Problem Recording Sheet . . . . . . . . HelpWare Customer Support and Service Help by Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Help around the World . . . . . Fax Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic Support Services . . . . . . . Purchasing Additional Services . . . . . . . Enhanced PC Support Line . . . . . . . Client Support Line . . . . . . . . . . . . Network and Server Support Line . . . . Ordering Support Line Services . . . . . Warranty and Repair Services . . . . . . Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates Getting Update Diskettes . . . . . . . . . Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... 150 151 151 155 155 157 159 161 162 163 165 165 167 169 171 171 171 172 173 173 174 174 175 175 177 177 178 178 178 179 180 180 180 181 181 182 184 ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ........... ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ........... ........... ........... ........... Appendix A. Features and Specifications Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBM Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contents xv Appendix B. Product Warranties and Notices Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trademarks ................... Electronic Emission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . Glossary Index ........ ......... ......... ......... 187 189 189 190 193 197 ............................... .................................. xvi IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer This chapter provides basic information about your computer. Locations .................... System-Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Distinctive Functions . . . . . . . . Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . TrackPoint III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fn Key Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Configuration Program ... Easy-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backing Up Your System . . . . . . . . . . . Recovery CD (Windows 95 Only) . . . . . Diskette Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Your Computer Comfortably and Safely Handling Your ThinkPad Computer . . . . Cleaning Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . Carrying Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . Extending Your Computer's Battery Life . Ergonomics Information .......... Ruggedized Mobile Computers . . . . . . For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . ............ ............ ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... .......... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... 2 8 10 10 10 12 15 16 19 19 25 29 30 30 30 31 31 33 33 34 34 36 36 Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 1 Locations Locations Front View 19 Built-in microphone 1 LCD latches 18 Indicator panel 17 Subwoofer 16 Keyboard 15 Fn key 2 Color LCD screen 3 Brightness control (for a TFT display model) or Contrast control (for an HPA display model) 14 TrackPoint III 4 Fan louver 13 Palm rest 5 Infrared port 6 Diskette drive 7 Diskette eject button 8 CD-ROM emergency eject hole 9 CD-ROM eject button 10 CD-ROM in-use indicator 11 CD-ROM drive 12 Stereo Speakers 5 2 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Locations 1 The LCD latches open the LCD when they are slid outward. The color LCD screen displays computer output. The brightness control (TFT model only) moves up or down to adjust the brightness of the display. The contrast control (HPA model only) moves up or down to adjust the clarity of the picture. 8 2 3 The CD-ROM emergency eject hole ejects the CD-ROM tray when it does not open with the CD-ROM eject button. Insert a pin into this hole to eject the tray. The CD-ROM eject button ejects the CD-ROM tray from the CD-ROM drive. This button works only when the computer power is turned on. The CD-ROM drive in-use indicator is on when data is read from a CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive reads data from a CD-ROM. The stereo speakers along with the subwoofer 17 provide 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound. The palm rest is where you rest the palms of your hands when using the keyboard. The TrackPoint III is a built-in pointing device that provides a function similar to that of a mouse. The Fn key is used with the function keys to activate the Fn key functions. 9 1 4 The fan louver allows the inside of the computer to stay cool. Do not place anything in front of the louver that might block air flow. The cooling fan starts at power-on, and then stops and starts alternately depending on the temperature inside the computer. The infrared port allows the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability. The diskette drive reads data from or writes data to a diskette. The diskette-eject button ejects the diskette from the diskette drive. 11 12 13 5 14 6 15 7 Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 3 Locations 16 The keyboard is used to enter data into the computer. (To use the numeric keypad on the keyboard, see page 15.) The subwoofer along with the stereo speakers 12 provide 3D (three-dimensional) stereo sound. 18 The indicator panel consists of the system-status indicators and their associated symbols. The built-in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio. 17 19 4 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Locations Rear View 17 External battery indicator External suspend mode 16 indicator 1 Hard disk drive 2 Security keyhole 15 Connector cover 3 PC Card eject buttons 4 PC Card slots 5 Volume control 6 Microphone/line-in jack 7 Headphone jack 8 Power switch 12 Serial connector 13 Parallel connector 14 External-monitor connector 9 External-input-device connector 10 Power jack 11 Universal serial bus (USB) port 5 1 The hard disk drive can be replaced with an optional one. The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock. The PC Card eject buttons eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot. The PC Card slots accept a PC Card, CardBus Card, and Zoomed Video Card. 7 The volume control adjusts the sound level for the built-in speaker. The microphone/line-in jack, a -inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where you connect a stereo microphone or an external audio device. The headphone jack, a -inch (3.5-mm) diameter jack, is where you connect a stereo headphone or external speakers. The power switch turns the computer on and off. 6 2 3 4 8 Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 5 Locations 9 The external-input-device connector is used to attach a mouse, external keyboard, or external numeric keypad to the computer. The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is connected. The universal serial bus (USB) port is where the USB cable is connected. The serial connector is where you connect a 9-pin serial-device cable. + - 13 The parallel connector is where you connect a parallel-printer signal cable. The external-monitor connector is where you attach an external monitor. The connector cover is removable. The external suspend mode indicator shows the condition of suspend mode. The external battery indicator shows the condition of the battery. 14 1 15 11 16 12 17 6 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide Locations Bottom View (with Battery Pack Installed) 1 Memory-slot cover 2 Power shutdown switch 3 Memory slot 4 Expansion connectors 7 5 Battery-pack lock 6 Battery pack Serial number 1 2 The memory-slot cover covers the memory slot. The power shutdown switch is used to turn the computer off when an application locks up or the computer will not accept any input. Use the tip of a pen to press this switch. The memory slot accepts a dual inline memory module (DIMM) option. 4 The expansion connectors are where you attach a port replicator (available as an option). The battery-pack lock locks or releases the battery pack. The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer. The serial number (S/N) identifies your computer. 5 6 3 7 Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 7 System-Status Indicators System-Status Indicators The system-status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors (green, yellow, or orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide System-Status Indicators Symbol 1 Battery Color Green Orange Blinking orange Meaning Enough battery power remains for operation. The battery pack is being charged. The battery pack needs charging. If the indicator starts blinking orange, the computer beeps three times. Data is being read from or written to the hard disk, the diskette drive, or the CD-ROM drive. Do not enter suspend mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on. The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled. You enable or disable the keypad by pressing and holding the Shift key, and pressing the NumLk key. For details, see "Numeric Keypad" on page 15. Caps Lock mode is enabled. All alphabetic characters (A­Z) are entered in capital letters without using the Shift key. You enable or disable Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps Lock key. Scroll Lock mode is enabled. The Arrow keys can be used as screen-scroll function keys. The cursor cannot be moved with the Arrow keys. Not all application programs support this function. You enable or disable Scroll Lock mode by pressing the ScrLk key. The computer is in suspend mode. (See page 93 for details.) The computer is entering suspend mode or hibernation mode, or is resuming normal operation. The computer is operational. This indicator is on when the computer is on and not in suspend mode. 2 Drive in use Orange 3 Numeric lock Green 4 Caps lock Green 5 Scroll lock Green 6 Suspend mode Green Blinking green 7 Power on Green Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 9 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions ThinkPad Distinctive Functions This section describes the following distinctive functions of your computer: Keyboard CD-ROM drive ThinkPad utilities (ThinkPad Configuration program and Easy-Setup) Online book Keyboard Functions Your ThinkPad computer's keyboard has the following functions: TrackPoint III Fn key function Numeric keypad TrackPoint III The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the TrackPoint III. Pointing, selecting, and dragging all become part of a single process you can perform without moving your fingers from their typing position. Note: No other software is required for the TrackPoint III; it works with the PS/2 mouse driver. The TrackPoint III consists of a stick on the keyboard and a pair of click buttons in front of the keyboard. Movement of the pointer on the screen is controlled by the amount of pressure you apply to the nonslip cap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the stick itself does not move. The speed at which the pointer moves corresponds to the amount of pressure you apply to the stick. The function of the click buttons corresponds to the left and right mouse buttons on a traditional mouse, and depends on the software you are using. 10 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions Stick Left click button Right click button If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint III, these instructions will help you get started: 1 Place your hands in the typing position and press gently on the stick with either index finger in the direction you want the pointer to move. Pressing the stick away from you moves the pointer up the screen; pressing it toward you moves the pointer down the screen. You can also move the pointer side to side by pressing sideways. Note: The pointer might drift. This is not a defect. Do not use the TrackPoint III until the pointer stops moving. Stick Pointer Left click button Right click button Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 11 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions 2 Press the click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software, as with any other pointing device. Changing the Cap The cap 1 on the end of the TrackPoint III is removable. You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your computer. Fn Key Function The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the Fn key 1 ; then press the appropriate function key 2 (F1 to F12). 2 1 12 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions The Fn Key Lock Function You can set up your computer so that you need to press Fn only once to get the same effect as when you press and hold Fn. With this setup, after you press a function key in the top row, Fn ) button returns to its normal state. To set up the Fn key this way, select the Accessibility ( in the ThinkPad Configuration program window (refer to "ThinkPad Configuration Program" on page 19), or type PS2 FNS E at the command prompt. Function keys not shown in the following table have no function. Key Combination + F2 (Only for OS/2 or Windows users) Fn Feature Fuel-Gauge display on or off Meaning The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before you can use this key combination (refer to "Using the Fuel-Gauge Program" on page 92). If you press this key combination, the window for the battery power status appears or disappears. You can set parameters for power status in the window. Fn + F3 Standby mode The computer enters standby mode. For more information about this mode, see "Using the Power Management Modes" on page 93. The computer enters suspend mode. For more information about this mode, see "Using the Power Management Modes" on page 93. Computer output is displayed in the following order when an external monitor is attached. Fn + F4 Suspend mode Fn + F7 LCD or external monitor switching Fn + Power mode switching During battery-power operation, the power mode changes as follows: High Performance Customized Fn Automatic + F12 Hibernation mode The computer enters hibernation mode. See "Using the Power Management Modes" on page 93 for more information. Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 13 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions Note: When the computer is in suspend mode and you press the Fn key independently without any function key, the computer returns to normal operation. 14 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions Numeric Keypad The keyboard has some keys that, when enabled, work as if they were a 10-key numeric keypad. (The numeric keypad on the keyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is attached to the computer.) To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press and hold Shift and then press NumLk. Note: The functions of the numeric keypad are printed on the front of the keys. NumLk F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 6 Y 7 4 8 5 1 9 6 2 3 < Alt / _ * { - H N " + Shift 0 . Ctrl When the numeric keypad is enabled, press and hold Shift to temporarily use the cursor- and screen-control keys. Note: The functions of the cursor- and screen-control keys are not printed on the keys. NumLk F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 PgUp 6 Home / _ * Y H N End Ins PgDn { + " Shift < Alt Del Ctrl Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 15 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions CD-ROM Drive ThinkPad 380XD or 385XD computer comes with a built-in CD-ROM drive, so you can use compact discs (CDs). The following CDs are supported by the computer: Music CDs Photo CDs CD-ROM or CD-ROM XA Video CDs To use the CD-ROM drive, do the following: 1 2 3 Turn on the computer. Push the CD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM tray. Fit your CD on the center pivot. Firmly press the CD down until you hear it click into place. 4 Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. The way you access the data on the CD depends on what type of CD it is. 16 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions To remove the CD, do the following: 1 2 3 Finish the application program that uses the CD. Push the CD-ROM eject button; then pull out the CD-ROM tray. Lift the CD by its edge while pressing the pivot. 4 Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 17 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions Handling CDs CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to ensure that data remains readable. Keep in mind the following to maintain reliability: Hold the CD by the edges. Do not touch the surface of the CD. To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the outside of the disc. Wiping the CD in a circular direction can cause loss of data. Do not write on the surface. Do not store or place the CD in direct sunlight. Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the CD. Use a CD-ROM cleaner kit. Do not flex or bend the CD. 18 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions ThinkPad Utilities Your ThinkPad computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration: ThinkPad Configuration program Easy-Setup This section summarizes these utilities. ThinkPad Configuration Program The ThinkPad Configuration program allows you to set up and customize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. For example, you can enable or disable a port, switch between your computer's LCD and an external monitor, and set the power management mode. This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program. For Windows 95: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 95: 1 2 Click on Start. Move the cursor on Programs, ThinkPad; then click on ThinkPad Configuration. The following window appears: Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 19 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions 1 2 3 5 4 5 1 The Power Mode buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the power mode to high performance mode, automatic mode, or customized mode. The Display Device buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the display output type to the LCD, external monitor, or both. When making a presentation, you can click on the screen-blanking button to disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the power management mode timers. The Help button displays online help. The View Angle buttons Click on the front view or rear view buttons to display the hardware feature locations. The Device buttons Click on the button of your choice from the window. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off. 2 3 4 5 20 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions For Windows NT: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT: 1 2 Click on Start. Move the cursor on Programs, ThinkPad; then click on ThinkPad Configuration. For Windows 3.11: Double-click on the ThinkPad Configuration icon. For OS/2: To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for OS/2: 1 2 Double-click on the ThinkPad Configuration folder. Double-click on ThinkPad Configuration. The following window appears: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 21 ThinkPad Distinctive Functions 1 2 The One-Touch Setup buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the system configuration. The Power Mode buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the power mode to high performance mode, automatic mode, or customized mode. The Display Device buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the display output type to the LCD, external monitor, or both. When making a presentation, you can click on the screen-blanking button to disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the power management mode timers. The Help button displays online help. The Exit button Click on this button to save the changes made and to exit the ThinkPad Configuration window. The View Angle buttons Click on the front view or rear view buttons to display the hardware feature locations. The Device buttons Click on the button of your choice from the window; then set the options for that device from the window that appears. If the device is enabled, the red indicator next to the button is lit. Otherwise, it stays off. 3 4 5 6 7 8 The Default button Click on this button to set the default values for each option and to cancel the changes you just made. The Status bar The device name and its status appears in the status bar when you place the cursor on a device button. 9 Only the top portion of the window is displayed when you click on the minimize button in the top-right corner. 22 IBM ThinkPad 380XD/385XD User's Guide ThinkPad Distinctive Functions For DOS: You can use the ThinkPad Configuration program from the DOS prompt. To start the program, do the following: 1 2 Click on Start; then the DOS Prompt icon. The DOS prompt window appears. Type PS2 ? at the DOS prompt. The "ThinkPad Configuration" online help window appears: C:\>PS2 ? (C) Copyright IBM Corp. 1993,1997. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. Command Syntax: PS2 [Parameter1] [Parameter2] [Parameter3]