User manual IBM THINKPAD 390

i Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under "Safety Information" on page viii and "Notices" on page 160. For ergonomics information, see the Online User's Guide. First Edition (August 1999) 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 or express or implied warranties in certain transactions; therefore, this statement may not apply to you. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements or changes in the products or the programs described in this publication at any time. 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 1999. 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 390X Computer We at IBM have developed this ThinkPad computer to meet both your technical requirements and your high expectations. To help us continue to build products that address your mobile computing needs, please take a moment to complete the ThinkPad Registration. © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 iii Functional Highlights Functional Highlights All-in-one design with core technology The well-balanced, all-in-one design of the ThinkPad 390X computer brings ease-of-use to your computing needs. High-speed processor The Intel® high-speed processor enables high-speed data processing and provides advanced performance. Large-capacity hard disk drive The large-capacity hard disk drive can respond to a wide variety of your business demands. Large color LCD The large TFT (thin-film transistor) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. Nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion battery pack The largecapacity battery pack extends the operating time of your computer, further enhancing its portability. Audio with 3D Stereo Sound Your computer is equipped with internal audio record and playback capabilities including 3D audio from just two speakers. When you enable the 3D stereo feature, sounds will appear to be generated all around you, even though only two speakers are used. The audio feature supports the following: Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits, stereo, and 48 KHz sampling. DOS games using the Sound Blaster Pro** interface. For more information on using the audio function, see the Online User's Guide. ThinkPad Modem The ThinkPad modem enables you to send or receive data and faxes over a telephone line. For more information on using the ThinkPad modem, see the Online User's Guide. TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enables you to make selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. A new iv Functional Highlights center button converts the TrackPoint into a scroll controlling device or a magnifying glass on the screen. For more information on using the TrackPoint, see "TrackPoint" on page 11. PC Card Support Your computer provides two PC Card slots that accept a 16­bit PC Card, CardBus Card, and Zoomed Video Card. For more information on installing PC Cards, see "Inserting a PC Card" on page 79. v About This Book About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 390X computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad 390X 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. "Extending the Features of Your Computer," provides information on installing options and using your computer's high-technology features. Chapter 3. "Protecting Your Computer," provides information on using passwords, and using locks. Chapter 4. "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 5. "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 book concludes with an index. vi About This Book Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer: WIN Information for Microsoft Windows 98 users. Information for Microsoft Windows NT users. Information for Microsoft Windows 95 users. Information for Microsoft Windows 3.11 users. Information for IBM PC DOS users. Information for IBM Operating System/2 (OS/2) users. 98 WIN NT WIN 95 WIN 3.1 DOS OS/2 vii Safety Information Safety Information Electrical Safety Notice DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. Reduce the risk of fire and electric shock by always following basic safety precautions, including the following: Do not use your computer in or near water. During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall. 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 3­pin power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet. viii Safety Information To Connect Turn everything OFF. To Disconnect Turn everything OFF. First, attach all cables to devices. First, remove the power cord from the outlet. Attach the signal cables to the receptacles. Remove the signal cables from the receptacles. Attach the power cord to an outlet. Remove all cables from device. Turn the device ON. 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. ix Safety Information DANGER There is a danger of an explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6502 UL-recognized component [file no. MH12210]) contains lithium and can explode if it is not properly handled or disposed of. Replace only with a battery of the same type. Do not: (1) throw or immerse it into water, (2) allow it to heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disassemble it. 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. Laser Compliance Statement The CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive option of the ThinkPad 390X computer is a laser product. The CD-ROM or DVD-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 x Safety Information APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The CD-ROM or DVD-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 1 laser products. In other countries, the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of EN60825. CAUTION: Do not open the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive; no user adjustments or serviceable parts are inside. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive has an internal, Class 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 or DVD-ROM drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions. xi xii Contents Thank You for Selecting an IBM ThinkPad 390X Computer Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About This Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrical Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laser Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Familiar with Your Computer Identifying the Hardware Features . . . Front View of the Computer . . . . . Rear View of the Computer . . . . . Bottom View of the Computer . . . . System Status Indicators . . . . . . . . Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . UltraBay FX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Utility Programs . . . . . . Online User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Software Selections CD . Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board Replacing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . Service Hints & Tips . . . . . . . . . . . Handling Your ThinkPad Computer . ThinkPad Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrying Your Computer . . . . . . . Cleaning Your Computer . . . . . . . Extending Your Battery Life . . . . . Getting Service ............ For More Information . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. iii iv vi viii viii x 1 2 2 5 7 8 11 11 17 19 35 36 36 36 36 37 38 39 39 39 41 41 42 42 43 44 45 46 ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .......... ........... Extending the Features of Your Computer Customizing the TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 xiii Using the Press-to-Select Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Sensitivity Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Scrolling Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating the Hibernation Function ............... Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the UltraBay FX Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing a Second Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad or Keyboard . . . . . . . Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad ...... Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . Disabling the TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching an External Monitor ................... Display Output Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................ Using the Dual Display Function Attaching a Television to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching a Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enabling the CardBus Sockets on the ThinkPad Port Replicator with Advanced Etherjet Feature (for Windows 98) Protecting Your Computer ..... Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting a Password . . . . . . . . . Entering a Password . . . . . . . . Changing or Removing a Password Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Security Screw . . . . . . . ............... ............... ............... ............... .............. ............... ............... ....... ....... ....... ....... ...... ....... ....... ....... 47 49 50 52 55 57 59 61 61 63 63 66 67 69 70 71 72 76 78 79 80 82 83 85 86 88 90 91 93 94 95 96 104 105 105 106 106 106 Solving Computer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hints, Tips and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a PC Card with the Port Replicator . . . . Using the Network Feature in the Port Replicator USB Connector Considerations . . . . . . . . . . Using a Second CardBus Card . . . . . . . . . . Using an External Condenser Microphone . . . . xiv Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error Codes or Messages . . . . . . . . . . No Error Codes or Messages . . . . . . . . Input Problems ................ ..... Suspend or Hibernation Problems LCD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indicator Problems .............. Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrared Communication Problems . . . . . Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problems . . . Modem Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Monitor Problems . . . . . . . . . . Port Replicator Problems . . . . . . . . . . . Other Option Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recovering Lost or Damaged Software . . . . Using the PC-Doctor Program . . . . . . . . Using the ThinkPad Software Selections CD Using the Recovery CD ........... ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board . . . . Getting Service . . . . . . . . . Information on Your Computer . Option List . . . . . . . . . . . Identification Numbers . . . . Problem Recording Sheet . . Customer Support and Service . Online Support Services . . . Fax Information . . . . . . . . Help by Telephone . . . . . . EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Help Around the World Purchasing Additional Services . Enhanced PC Support Line . Client Support Line . . . . . . .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... ......... .......... .......... 107 108 109 112 113 115 117 118 118 119 120 121 121 122 123 124 125 127 128 129 130 132 132 133 134 134 137 138 138 138 139 140 140 140 141 142 142 143 143 144 .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. ................. .................. .................. .................. xv Network and Server Support Line . . . Ordering Support Line Services . . . . Warranty and Repair Services . . . . . Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates Getting Update Diskettes . . . . . . . . Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . ............. ............. ............. ............ ............. ............. ........... ........... ........... ........... . . . . . . . . . . . 144 144 145 146 146 146 147 148 151 153 155 160 160 161 161 162 163 165 168 168 169 171 Appendix A. Features and Specifications Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBM Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix B. Product Warranties and Notices . . . . . . . Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Year 2000 Readiness and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . Trademarks ........................... ........ Macrovision Copyright Protection Statement Electronic Emission Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Telecommunication Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Industry Canada Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regions where ThinkPad 390X has ThinkPad Modem Integrated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notice to European Users of the IBM ThinkPad Modem . . Warning Notice to New Zealand Users of the IBM ThinkPad Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index .................................. xvi Getting Familiar with Your Computer This chapter provides basic information about your computer. Identifying the Hardware Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front View of the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear View of the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bottom View of the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Distinctive Functions of Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fn Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UltraBay FX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Utility Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Software Selections CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service Hints & Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handling Your ThinkPad Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrying Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extending Your Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......................... Getting Service International Warranty Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 5 7 8 11 11 11 14 16 17 17 19 20 33 35 36 36 36 36 37 38 39 39 39 41 41 42 42 43 43 44 © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 1 Identifying the Hardware Features Front View of the Computer (1) (2) (3) The LCD latches release the LCD when pressed and allow it to be opened. The color LCD screen displays computer output. The built-in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio. Note: The built-in microphone is located at the top right corner of the LCD for 12.1-/14.1-inch LCD models, or at the left lower edge of the LCD for 15.0-inch models. The brightness control adjusts the brightness of the display. The left and right internal speakers generate stereo sound. Note: The internal speakers are located below the LCD for 12.1-/14.1-inch LCD models, or on the front ends of the computer for 15.0-inch LCD models. (6) (7) The headphone jack, a inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where you connect stereo headphones or external speakers. (8) (9) The microphone jack, a inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where you connect a self-powered stereo microphone. Note: Do not plug any device into the microphone jack except a microphone. The PC Card slots accept PC Cards. The PC Card eject buttons eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot. The audio volume control adjusts the volume of the speakers. The diskette drive (shown installed in the UltraBay FX). The diskette-drive-activity indicator lights up when the computer is accessing the diskette drive. The diskette-eject button ejects the diskette from the diskette drive. The line-in jack, a inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where you connect an external audio device. The internal modem port (select models only) is used for connecting your computer to an analog telephone line. (4) (5) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) 2 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features 1 23 5 3 2 3 22 21 5 4 5 6 20 8 5 12 14 13 15 11 9 10 7 16 17 18 19 (16) The CD-ROM drive (shown installed in the UltraBay FX). Note: You can purchase a DVD-ROM drive option which can be installed in the UltraBay FX. The CD-ROM access indicator is on when data is read from a CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM eject button ejects the CD-ROM tray . The manual-eject hole is used to eject the CD-ROM tray when it does not open with the eject button. (17) (18) (19) Getting Familiar with Your Computer 3 Identifying the Hardware Features (20) (21) (22) (23) The TrackPoint buttons work with the TrackPoint stick (21) and function similar to the buttons on a mouse. The TrackPoint 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. The indicator panel consists of the system-status indicators and their associated symbols. 4 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View of the Computer 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 4 5 3 2 1 (1) (2) (3) The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer. The infrared port allows the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability. The power switch turns the computer on and off. Note: If you power off the computer, wait at least 5 seconds before you power it on again. The S-video jack is where you connect a television or external display devices with an S-video in-out cable. The universal serial bus (USB) allows you to connect any device that conforms to the USB standard. The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is connected. The external-monitor connector is where you attach the external monitor. The serial connector is where you connect a 9­pin, serialdevice cable. The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock. To remove the hard disk (11), loosen this hard disk screw. (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Getting Familiar with Your Computer 5 Identifying the Hardware Features (11) (12) The hard disk drive is the built-in mass storage device for the computer. The parallel connector is where you connect a parallelprinter signal cable. (13) The external-input-device connector is used to attach a mouse, external keyboard, or external numeric keypad to the computer. The battery status lamp shows the status of the battery pack. The suspend lamp lights when the computer is in suspend mode. (14) 6 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features Bottom View of the Computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 (1) (2) Flip out the tilt feet to tilt the computer to an angle for more comfortable use of your computer, especially when typing. The memory-slot cover covers the memory slot. The two memory slots accept dual inline memory module (DIMM) options. Note: Base memory (32 MB or 64 MB) occupies one memory slot. The battery-pack latch locks or releases the battery pack. When the bay LED is on, you should not remove the UltraBay FX device. The UltraBay FX device lock locks or releases the UltraBay FX device. The system-expansion connector (240-pin) allows you to connect the ThinkPad Port Replicator with Advanced Etherjet Feature. (3) (4) (5) (6) Getting Familiar with Your Computer 7 Identifying the Hardware Features 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 and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon: 8 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference System Status Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 9 System Status Indicators Symbol (1) Battery status Color Green Blinking orange Orange Meaning Enough battery power remains for operation. The battery pack needs to be charged The battery pack is being charged. The computer is in suspend mode The computer is entering suspend mode, hibernation mode, or is resuming normal operation. Data is being read from or written to the hard disk, floppy drive, or data is being read from the CD-ROM drive. Do not enter suspend mode or power 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 16. Caps Lock mode is enabled. All alphabetic characters (A-Z) are entered in capital letters without the Shift key being pressed. You enable or disable the 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 operational. This indicator is on when the computer is on and not in suspend mode. (2) Suspend mode Green Blinking green (3) Drive in use Orange (4) Numeric lock Green (5) Caps lock Green (6) Scroll lock Green (7) Power on Green 10 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference System Status Indicators Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Your computer has unique keyboard functions and utility programs for easy configuration. This section includes the following topics: Keyboard functions UltraBay FX ThinkPad utilities Online User's Guide Keyboard Functions Your computer's keyboard has the following functions: TrackPoint Fn key Numeric keypad TrackPoint The keyboard contains a unique cursor-pointing device called the TrackPoint. Pointing, selecting, and dragging all become part of a single process you can perform without moving your fingers from their typing position. The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three click buttons below 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 pressure you apply to the stick. The function of the click buttons depends on the software you are using. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 11 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Stick Left click button Center button Right click button If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint, these instructions will help you get started: 1. Place your hands in the typing position and press gently with either index finger on the stick in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pressing the stick away from you moves the cursor up the screen; pressing it toward you moves the cursor down the screen. You can also move the cursor side to side by pressing sideways. Note: The cursor may drift. This is not a defect. Do not use the TrackPoint until the cursor stops moving. 12 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Mouse pointer (Cursor) Stick Right click button Center button Left click button 2. Press the click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software. Changing the Cap The cap (1) on the end of the TrackPoint is removable. You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your computer. 1 For more information on customizing the TrackPoint, see "Customizing the TrackPoint" on page 46. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 13 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Fn Key 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 The Fn Key Lock Function The following setup give you the same effect as when you press and hold the Fn key and then press an appropriate function key: Start the ThinkPad Configuration program, (See "ThinkPad Configuration" on page 33.) click on the Accessibility ( button, and click on Enable for Fn key lock. ) After you enable the Fn key lock and press Fn once, press one of the function keys. The computer works the same as when you press Fn + the function key. If you press Fn twice after enabling the lock, pressing a function key alone is recognized as a combination of Fn + that function key. To stop this function, press Fn again. 14 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with keys: Feature and Icon Key Combination Meaning Power Mode Functions Fuel-Gauge display on or off Fn+F2 (Windows 98, Windows 95 and Windows NT only) If you press this key combination, the window for the battery status appears or disappears. You can set parameters for battery status in the window. Note: The Fuel-Gauge program must be activated before you can use this key combination. To activate the Fuel-Gauge program, do the following: 1. Click Start. 2. Move the cursor to Programs, ThinkPad, and then click Fuel-Gauge. Power mode switching Fn+F11 During battery power operation, the power mode changes as follows: Maximum Performance Maximum Battery Life Customized Power Conservation Functions for Battery Power Standby mode Suspend mode Hibernation mode Other Functions Switching between the LCD and the external monitor Fn+F7 Computer output is displayed in the following order when an external monitor is attached. Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F12 The computer enters standby mode. For more information about this mode, see the Online User's Guide. The computer enters suspend mode. For more information about this mode, see the Online User's Guide. The computer enters hibernation mode. For more information about this mode, see the Online User's Guide. LCD+External Display External Display LCD Getting Familiar with Your Computer 15 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Numeric Keypad The keyboard has some keys that, when enabled, work as if they were on 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. NumLK F8 6 Y H N F9 F10 F11 / F12 _ 7 4 1 8 5 2 0 9 6 3 < Alt * . + { " Shift Ctrl If 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 6 Y H N Home F9 F10 PgUp F11 / * F12 _ { " + Ctrl Shift End Ins PgDn < Alt Del 16 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer UltraBay FX The UltraBay FX is located at the front right corner of your ThinkPad 390X computer. UltraBay FX The UltraBay FX allows you to use a variety of devices with your computer. With the UltraBay FX, you can swap in new devices (such as upgraded drives or a second battery) to get the most flexibility from your computer. You can install the following drives or devices in the UltraBay FX: CD-ROM drive/diskette drive DVD-ROM drive/diskette drive Second battery pack Second hard disk drive Note: UltraBay FX device options can be purchased through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. For information on replacing the UltraBay FX device, see "Replacing the UltraBay FX Device" on page 59. CD-ROM Drive The ThinkPad 390X computer comes with a CD-ROM/diskette drive bay device installed. The CD-ROM drive allows you to use compact discs (CDs). Getting Familiar with Your Computer 17 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 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. Turn on the computer. 2. Push the CD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM tray. 3. 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. To remove the CD, do the following: 1. Close the application program that uses the CD. 2. Push the CD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM tray. 3. Lift the CD by its edge while pressing the pivot. 18 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 4. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. 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 disc. To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the outside of the disc. Wiping the disc 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, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD. Use a CD-ROM cleaner kit. Do not flex or bend the CD. Note: These handling tips also apply to DVDs. ThinkPad Utility Programs Your ThinkPad computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration: BIOS Setup Utility ThinkPad Configuration program Getting Familiar with Your Computer 19 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer This section summarizes these utility programs. BIOS Setup Utility Your computer provides a BIOS Setup Utility which allows you to select various setup parameters: Config sets the configuration of your computer. Date/Time sets the date and time. Password sets password(s). Startup sets the startup device. Restart restarts the system. To start the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and remove any CD from the CD-ROM drive; then turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer; then press F1 while the IBM ThinkPad logo is being displayed. The BIOS Setup Utility menu appears: Note: The screen below is a sample of the BIOS Setup Utility menu and is intended only as a reference. Items in this screen may differ from the items on your computer, depending on your computer's configuration. 20 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility > > > > > Config Date/Time Password Startup Restart BIOS Version BIOS Build Date System-unit serial number System board serial number Microprocessor name Microprocessor speed UUID ISB017WW 06/17/99 2626J00AA00228 J15G1rjrnov Pentium(R) II processor 366 MHz 7e9fbb20-0b21-1000-8000-2acf0b2119e9 F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select > Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit 3. Move to an item you want to change using the arrow keys, and press Enter. A submenu is displayed. 4. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, use the + or -key. 5. Press Esc to exit from the submenu. Note: If you are in a nested submenu, press Esc until you reach the BIOS Setup Utility main menu. 6. Press F10 and press Enter to save your changes and exit from the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Your computer restarts. Note: If you would like to discard your changes, use the discard option in "Restart" on page 33. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 21 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Config: Selecting the Config item and pressing Enter displays the following "Config" submenu. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Config > Memory > System Board > Network Initialize > Advanced Setup Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Config" submenu includes the following: Memory enters the "Memory" submenu. System Board enters the "System Board" submenu. Network enters the "Network" submenu. Initialize loads the default values for all parameters in the BIOS Setup Utility. Advanced Setup enters the "Advanced Setup" submenu. Memory Selecting the Memory item and pressing Enter displays the following "Memory" submenu. 22 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility Memory Installed memory Usable memory 65536 KB 64768 KB Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit This submenu shows your computer's memory information. System Board Selecting the System Board item and pressing Enter displays the following "System Board" submenu. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 23 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility System Board BIOS Version: VideoBIOS Version: Slave Controller Version: ISB017WW V1.17.01.19 01.29.10 Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit This submenu shows information about your computer's system board. Network Selecting the Network item and pressing Enter displays the following "Network" submenu. 24 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility Network Wake On LAN Flash Over LAN [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Network" submenu includes the following: Wake On LAN allows you to remotely wake-up the computer over the network. Flash Over LAN allows the system supervisor to update the computer's BIOS over the network. Advanced Setup Note: You do not need to change the settings in the screen because the default settings are already optimized for you. Changing the values may cause device conflicts and your operating system may not boot up properly. Selecting the Advanced Setup item and pressing Enter displays the following "Advanced Setup" submenu. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 25 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility Advanced Setup > > > > > > > > Serial Port InfraRed Modem for Legacy OS Parallel Port PCI Keyboard/Mouse Power Others Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Advanced Setup" submenu includes the following: Serial port enters a submenu where you can set resource values for the serial port. Infrared enters a submenu where you can set resource values for the infrared port. Modem for Legacy OS enters a submenu where you can set resource values for the modem port if you are using an operating system which is not Plug-and-Play such as DOS or Microsoft Windows 3.11. Parallel port enters a submenu where you can set resource values for the parallel port. PCI enters a submenu where you can arrange ISA IRQ lines for PCI devices. Keyboard/Mouse enters a submenu where you can set values for the keyboard and mouse. Power enters a submenu where you can set values related to power management. 26 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Others enters a submenu where you set other hardware options for the computer. Date/Time: Selecting the Date/Time item and pressing Enter displays the following "Date/Time" submenu. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Date/Time System Time System Date [16:10:25] [06/26/1999] Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit To change the date and time, do the following: 1. Press the up or down arrow keys to select the item to change, date or time. 2. Press Tab or Enter to select a field. 3. Type the date or time. Note: Instead of typing, you can press the space bar or -keys to adjust the date or time. 4. Press F10 and press Enter to exit from the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Your computer restarts. Note: You can also set the current date and time with the applica- tion of the operating system installed in your computer. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 27 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Password: Selecting the Password item and pressing Enter displays the following "Password" submenu. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Password Set Power-On Password Set Hard Disk1 Password Set Hard Disk2 Password Set Supervisor Password [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] [Enter] Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit This submenu is used to set the power-on password, hard disk password, and setup password. For more information, see the "Using Passwords" on page 86. 28 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Startup: Selecting the Startup item and pressing Enter displays the following "Startup" submenu. IBM BIOS Setup Utility Startup > Power On > Network Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Startup" submenu includes the following: Power On enters the "Power On" submenu Network enters the "Network" submenu. Power On Selecting the Power On item and pressing Enter displays the following "Power On" submenu. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 29 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility Power On +Removable Devices ATAPI CD-ROM Drive +Hard Drive Network Boot Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Power On" submenu is used to change the startup sequence of drives in your computer. For example, if you have different operating systems on different replacement hard disk drives or CD-ROM, you can have the system boot up from one of these devices. Note: The ThinkPad 390X computer supports a second hard disk drive option which can be installed in the UltraBay FX. The second hard disk drive option can be purchased through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Attention: You must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy, save, or a format operation after you change your startup sequence. If you specify a wrong device, your data and programs might be erased or overwritten. Network Selecting the Network item and pressing Enter displays the following "Network" submenu. 30 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer IBM BIOS Setup Utility Network Network Boot +Removable Devices +Hard Drive ATAPI CD-ROM Drive LANDesk (R) Service Agent II Turbo 16/4 T-Ring PC Card RPL Item Specific Help F1 Help F3/ESC Exit Select Item Select Menu Space/- Change Value Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit The "Network" submenu is used to change the startup sequence of drives in your computer if Wake On LAN is enabled. Notes: 1. Wake On LAN is typically used by LAN administrators in corporate networks to access your computer remotely. 2. The LANDesk (R) Service Agent II option refers to the network feature in the ThinkPad Port Replicator with Advanced Etherjet Feature. Note: Attention: You must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy, save, or a format operation after you change your startup sequence. If you specify a wrong device, your data and programs might be erased or overwritten. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 31 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Changing the Startup Sequence To change the startup sequence, do the following: 1. Press the up or down arrow keys to select the item to change. 2. Press the + or ­ keys to move the item up and down in the priority list. Note: If an item has a + sign before it, it means there are sub-items in that category. Press the Enter key to expand the item. Select a sub-item; then use the + or ­ keys to move the sub-item up and down in the priority list. Press the Enter key to collapse the item. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other items you want to change. 4. Press F10 and press Enter to exit from the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Your computer restarts. To enable or disable a device in the startup sequence, do the following: 1. Press the up or down arrow keys to select the item to remove. 2. Hold down the Shift key and press the 1 key to enable or disable the device. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other items you want to enable or disable. 4. Press F10 and press Enter to exit from the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Your computer restarts. 32 ThinkPad 390X User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer