i Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under "Safety information" on page vii, and "Notices" on page 134. For ergonomics information, see the Online User's Guide. First Edition (March 2000) 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 2000. 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 choosing an IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 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. ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad ThinkPad © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 iii Functional highlights Slim and compact design with core technology The slim and compact design of the ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 brings ease-of-use and portability 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) or HPA (high performance addressing) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. Nickel metal hydride battery pack The large-capacity 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 two speakers. When you enable the 3D stereo feature, sounds will appear to be generated all around you. The audio feature supports the following: Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits, stereo, and 48 KHz sampling. Music CD playback. 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. iv Functional highlights 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 center button, the Internet Scroll Bar, 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 9. PC Card Support Your computer provides a PC Card slot that accepts a 16­bit PC Card, CardBus Card, or Zoomed Video Card. For more information on installing PC Cards, see "Inserting a PC Card" on page 70. Easy Launch buttons Your computer is equipped with four customizable buttons that allow you to connect to the Internet or to run programs at a single press of a button. For more information on customizing the Easy Launch buttons, see "Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility" on page 33. v About this book About this book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 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 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. vii Safety information 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. viii 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 of the ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 computer 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 ix Safety information 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 1 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 may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The CD-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 drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions. x Contents Thank you for choosing an IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Functional highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv About this book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Electrical safety notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix 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 . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... ThinkPad utility programs Online User's Guide . . . . . . . . . Reinstalling software . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Software Selections CD Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . Handling your ThinkPad computer . . ThinkPad do's . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . Carrying your computer ...... Cleaning your computer . . . . . . Extending your battery life . . . . . For more information . . . . . . . . ............... ................ ................ ................ ................ ................ ................ ................ ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... .............. ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ........... ............ ............ ............ 1 2 2 4 6 7 9 9 16 17 37 38 38 38 38 39 40 40 40 42 42 42 43 45 46 46 47 Extending the features of your computer Customizing the TrackPoint . . . . . . . . . Changing TrackPoint sensitivity . . . . . Enabling Press-to-Select . . . . . . . . . © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 xi Enabling the scrolling feature . . . . . . . . . . Enabling the magnifying glass . . . . . . . . . . Changing TrackPoint button assignments . . . Increasing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upgrading the 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 printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protecting your computer . . . . . . Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting a password . . . . . . . . . Entering a password . . . . . . . . Removing and changing a password Using locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ....... ....... ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ 49 50 50 52 56 58 58 60 61 62 63 65 66 69 70 71 73 74 75 77 78 80 81 82 87 88 89 90 92 93 95 97 98 98 99 100 100 101 102 ............... ............... ............... ............... .............. ............... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ............. .............. .............. Solving computer problems ..... Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . Hints, tips and considerations . . . . . . Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting charts . . . . . . . . . . Error codes or messages ...... No error codes or messages .... Input problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standby or hibernation problems . . LCD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indicator problems . . . . . . . . . . . Battery problems ........... CD-ROM Problems . . . . . . . . . . Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems Modem proble ...