User manual IBM THINKPAD I SERIES 1400

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 138. 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 i Series 1400/1500 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 All-in-one design with core technology The well-balanced, all-in-one design of the ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 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) or HPA (high performance addressing) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. Lithium ion or nickel metal hydride 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 four 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 with the computer turned off. 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, 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 10. 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 72. Keyboard Light (select models only) Your computer is equipped with a light that illuminates the keyboard area for computer use in dimly lit areas. For more information on using the Keyboard Light, see "Keyboard Light" on page 16. 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 37. Media Center Your computer is equipped with the Media Center, consisting of a status LCD and playback buttons for CDs or DVDs (for DVD models). You can also play music CDs without turning on the computer. For more information, see "Playing Music CDs" on page 19. v About This Book About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 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. vi About This Book The book concludes with an index. vii Safety Information Safety Information Electrical Safety Notice 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 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 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 or DVD-ROM drive of the ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 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 i Series 1400/1500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Computer Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv About This Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Electrical Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Laser Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x 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 or DVD-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 . . . . . . . Service Hints & Tips . . . . . . . . . . . Handling Your ThinkPad Computer . ThinkPad Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Do's . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrying Your Computer . . . . . . . Cleaning Your Computer . . . . . . . Extending Your Battery Life . . . . . Ruggedized Mobile Computers . . . For More Information . . . . . . . . . ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .......... ........... 1 3 3 5 7 8 10 10 17 24 41 42 42 42 42 43 44 44 44 46 46 46 47 47 48 49 50 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 (select models only) 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 52 53 55 59 59 61 62 63 64 66 67 69 71 72 73 75 76 77 79 80 82 83 84 89 89 89 89 90 91 92 94 95 97 99 100 100 101 103 .............. .............. .............. .............. ............. .............. ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... ........... Solving Computer Problems . . . . . . . . Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . Hints, Tips and Considerations . . . . . . . . Playing DVD Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . USB Connector Considerations . . . . . . Using an External Condenser Microphone 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 or DVD-ROM Problems . . . . . Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problems . . . Modem Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Monitor 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 Service and Support . Online Support Services . . . Fax Information . . . . . . . . Help by Telephone . . . . . . EasyServ . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Help Around the World Purchasing Additional Services . Enhanced PC Support Line . Ordering Support Line Services Warranty and Repair Services .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... ......... .......... .......... 103 104 105 106 107 109 110 111 112 112 112 113 114 115 116 116 116 117 118 118 118 119 120 120 121 121 122 122 125 126 128 130 133 138 138 139 139 140 .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. .................. ................. .................. .................. ................. .................. ........... ........... ........... ........... ........ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... 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 . . . . . . . . . . xv Telecommunication Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Industry Canada Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regions where ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 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 . . . . . 141 143 146 146 147 149 .................................. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easy Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive Handling CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing Music CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing DVD Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Utility Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notebook Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sleep Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility . . . . . . . . Online User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad Software Selections CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 5 7 8 10 10 10 13 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 19 24 24 31 35 37 41 42 42 42 42 43 44 44 44 46 46 46 47 © Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 1 Ruggedized Mobile Computers For More Information . . . . . ................. .................. 47 48 2 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features Front View of the Computer 1 26 25 4 24 23 22 4 21 20 5 6 3 1 2 7 11 13 14 15 8 16 17 18 19 10 9 12 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) The LCD latches release the LCD when pressed and allow it to be opened. The Keyboard Light (select models only) illuminates the keyboard area for computer use in dimly lit areas. The color LCD screen displays computer output. The left and right internal speakers generate stereo sound. The Keyboard Light switch turns the keyboard light on and off. The indicator panel consists of the system-status indicators and their associated symbols. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. The manual-eject hole is used to eject the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray when it does not open with the eject button. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button ejects the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 3 Identifying the Hardware Features (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM access indicator is on when data is read from a CD or DVD in the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer. The Media Center control panel allows your computer to function like an audio CD player without turning on the computer. When the computer is on, it also controls the playback of audio CDs, video CDs and DVD movies. The previous track/chapter button jumps to the previous track in the audio CD or video CD, or the previous chapter in the DVD movie. The next track/chapter button jumps to the next track in the audio CD or video CD, or the next chapter in the DVD movie. The audio volume control adjusts the volume of the speakers. The Media Center status LCD displays the current track number in the audio CD or video CD, or the current chapter number in the DVD movie. The play/pause button plays or pauses audio CD, video CD or DVD movie playback. The stop/eject button stops audio CD, video CD or DVD movie playback. It also ejects the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray when playback is stopped. The Media Center power button turns the Media Center on and off for audio CD playback when the computer power is off. The Internet Scroll Bar works with the TrackPoint (23) and functions as a scroll controlling device to easily scroll through Web pages or program windows. The TrackPoint buttons work with the TrackPoint (23) and function similar to the buttons on a mouse. The Fn key is used with the function keys to activate the Fn key functions. The TrackPoint is a built-in pointing device that provides a function similar to that of a mouse. The Easy Launch buttons are four customizable keys that allow you to run programs at a single press of a button. See "Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility" on page 37 for more information. The built-in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio. The power switch turns the computer on and off. (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) (26) 4 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View of the Computer 17 16 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 (1) (2) The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is connected. The PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector is used to attach a mouse, external keyboard, or external numeric keypad to the computer. (3) (4) (5) The internal modem port is used for connecting your computer to an analog telephone line. The serial connector is where you connect a 9­pin, serialdevice cable. The parallel connector is where you connect a parallelprinter signal cable. (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock. The universal serial bus (USB) allows you to connect any device that conforms to the USB standard. The external-monitor connector is where you attach the external monitor. The S-video jack (select models only) is where you connect a television or external display devices with an S-video in-out cable. The PC Card slot accepts a PC Card. The PC Card eject button ejects the PC Card from the PC Card slot. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 5 Identifying the Hardware Features (12) The headphone jack, a inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is where you connect stereo headphones or external speakers. (13) (14) 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 diskette drive. 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. (15) (16) (17) 6 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Identifying the Hardware Features Bottom View of the Computer 2 1 3 3 (1) (2) The battery-pack latch locks or releases the battery pack. 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. Flip out the tilt feet to tilt the computer to an angle for more comfortable use of your computer, especially when typing. (3) 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 and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon: 1 1 2 3 4 A 5 6 7 2 1 8 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference 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 standby mode The computer is entering or resuming from hibernation mode. 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 standby 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 15. 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. (2) Standby 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 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 9 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 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 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive ThinkPad utilities Online User's Guide Keyboard Functions Your computer's keyboard has the following functions: TrackPoint Fn key Easy Launch buttons Numeric keypad Keyboard Light 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. 10 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Stick Left click button Internet Scroll Bar 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. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 11 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Mouse pointer Stick Left click button Right click button Internet Scroll Bar 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 the spare shipped with your computer. 1 For more information on customizing the TrackPoint and using the Internet Scroll Bar, see "Customizing the TrackPoint" on page 50. 12 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference 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; then press the appropriate function key (F1 to F12) or other keys (Home and End). Function keys Fn key Getting Familiar with Your Computer 13 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 Power Management Properties Fn+F2 If you press this key combination, the Power Management Properties window appears. You can view and set parameters for battery status in the window. The computer enters sleep mode. You can set the sleep button function in the "Advanced" section of the Power Management Properties window. Sleep Fn+F4 Other Functions Control at a glance Fn+F1 The Control at a glance screen appears. This screen briefly describes the different user control features of the computer, including the Easy Launch buttons and the Media Center. Computer output is displayed in the following order when an external monitor is attached. Switching between the LCD and the external monitor Increase brightness Decrease brightness Contrast up Contrast down Fn+F7 Fn+Home This increases the brightness of the computer LCD. Fn+End This decreases the brightness of the computer LCD. Fn+Insert Fn+Delete This increases the contrast of the computer LCD. This decreases the contrast of the computer LCD. Note: The contrast Fn key functions are available only on HPA models. The TFT models have optimized contrast settings. Easy Launch Buttons The Easy Launch buttons are four customizable keys located to the left of the power switch. These keys allow you to launch programs or visit Web sites at a single press of a button. 14 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Easy Launch buttons For more information on customizing the Easy Launch buttons, see "Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility" on page 37. 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. 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. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 15 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Keyboard Light Some models include a unique, built-in Keyboard Light that lights up the keyboard area and allows you to use your computer at night or in dimly-lit areas. Note: This feature is available only on select models. To turn on the Keyboard Light, slide the Keyboard Light switch to the right. Important Do not use the Keyboard Light for an extended period of time. The Keyboard Light works even when the computer power is off. Do not forget to turn off the Keyboard Light when you are not using it. 16 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer comes with either a built-in CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive allows you to use compact discs (CDs). The following CDs are supported by the computer: Music CDs Photo CDs CD-ROM or CD-ROM XA Video CDs In addition, the DVD-ROM drive allows you to play back DVD Video movies. Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive To use the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Push the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray. 3. Fit your CD or DVD on the center pivot. Firmly press the CD or DVD 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 or DVD depends on what type it is. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 17 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer To remove the CD or DVD, do the following: 1. Close the application program that uses the CD or DVD. 2. Push the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray. 3. Lift the CD or DVD by its edge while pressing the pivot. 4. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. Handling CDs and DVDs CDs and DVDs 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 disc by the edges. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Note: DVDs may have data on both sides of the disc. In this case, do not touch the surface of both sides. To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc 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 disc in direct sunlight Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the disc. Use a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM cleaner kit. Do not flex or bend the disc. 18 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Playing Music CDs The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 computer allows you to play music CDs without turning on the computer. Easy-to-use front panel Media Center controls turn your computer into a music CD player. To play a music CD without turning on the system: 1. Slide the Media Center power button to the right, then release it. 2. Press the stop button to eject the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM tray; then pull out the tray. 3. Fit your music 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. 5. Wait until the number "1" appears on the audio CD status LCD. 6. Press the audio CD playback controls to play the tracks on the music CD. 7. Adjust the volume if necessary. Notes: 1. Using the Media Center control panel to control music CD playback with the computer on requires the ESS AudioRack (for CD models) or Mediamatics DVDExpress software (for DVD models), and the Easy Launch buttons Customization Utility programs to be installed. 2. The music CD player has power-saving features. Press a playback control button to wake up the music CD player. Playing DVD Movies Getting Familiar with Your Computer 19 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer DVD Movie Regions DVD movies are divided into the following regions. Country or Region U.S.A., Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea (South) Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former U.S.S.R., parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China Movie Region 1 2 3 4 5 6 The ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 DVD allows you to play DVD movies of a selected region. You can set the region code of your DVD player a maximum of five times. To start playing a DVD movie, do as follows: Note: The first time you run the Mediamatics** DVD Player, you need to set the region code. Make sure you insert a DVD that corresponds to the region code that you will set. 1. Push the DVD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; then pull out the DVD-ROM tray. 2. Fit your DVD on the center pivot. Firmly press the DVD down until you hear it click into place. 3. Push the tray into the computer until it fully closes. The DVD Player appears. 20 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Volume Help Open Eject Options Rewind Previous Stop Play Pause Next Fast forward Mute Controls Note: You can also start the player as follows: Press the Media Center play/pause button. Click Start. Move the cursor to Programs, Mediamatics DVDExpress; then click Mediamatics DVD Player. 4. Select the region code of the DVD movie you inserted, and click OK. The following window appears. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 21 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 5. Verify the setting and click on OK. Note: You have now set the region code for the first time. You can change the region code four more times after this. 6. The DVD movie begins playing. Note: You can use the Media Center control panel to control the playback of DVD movies. Attention: You can set the region code of your DVD player a maximum of five times. The fifth time you set the region is permanent. To change the region code of your DVD player: 1. Insert a DVD movie with a different region code (from the last time you set). The following dialog box appears. 2. Click Yes to change the region code. The following dialog box appears. 22 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 3. Select the region code of the DVD movie you inserted, and click OK. The following dialog box appears. 4. Click Yes to confirm. Click the Help button for more information on how to use the DVD movie playback software. To check how many times your DVD player's region code has been set: 1. Start the DVD player. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 23 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 2. Click the DVD Options button. 3. Click the DVD Region tab. The following dialog box appears: ThinkPad Utility Programs Your ThinkPad computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration: BIOS Utility Notebook Manager program Sleep Manager program Easy Launch Buttons Customization Utility This section summarizes these utility programs. BIOS Utility Your computer provides a BIOS Utility which allows you to select various setup parameters: 24 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer System Information: View information about the computer. Basic System Settings: Set date and time. Startup Configuration: Set startup options. Onboard Devices Configuration: Set device resource settings. System Security: Set a password. Load Default Settings: Load the default settings for all parameters. 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. 3. As the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, a message appears "Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility"; press F1. The BIOS Utility menu appears: BIOS Utility System Information Basic System Settings Startup Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration System Security Load Default Settings = Move highlight bar, = Select, Esc = Exit 4. Move to an item you want to change using the up/down arrow keys, and press Enter. A submenu is displayed. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 25 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer 5. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, use the left/right arrow keys. 6. Press Esc to exit from the submenu. 7. Press Esc from the main menu 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, select No and press Enter. System Information: Selecting the System Information item and pressing Enter displays the following "System Information" submenu. System Information Page 1/1 CPU Type & Speed ---------------------- Celeron 400 MHz Diskette Drive A --------------------------- 1.44MB 3.5-inch System with -------------------------------- CD-ROM Hard Disk Drive --------------------------- 6194 MB HDD Serial Number --------------------- HR0HRLH1686 System BIOS Version ------------------- V3.0 R01-A0H VGA BIOS Version ----------------------- ATI MACH64 SDRAM BIOS 4.213T Esc = Exit The "System Information" submenu includes the following: CPU Type and Speed shows the type and speed (in Megahertz) of the processor. Diskette Drive A shows information on the diskette drive. System with shows information on the internal high-capacity media drive. Hard Disk Drive shows the capacity of the hard disk drive. 26 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer HDD Serial Number shows the serial number of the hard disk drive. System BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the computer. VGA BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the computer's video. Basic System Settings: Selecting the Basic System Settings item and pressing Enter displays the following "Basic System Settings" submenu. Basic System Settings Date ----------------------------------------------- [Mon May 31, 1999] Time ----------------------------------------------- [09:52:00] Page 1/1 = Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help The "Basic System Settings" submenu includes the following: Date sets the system date. Time sets the system time. Note: You can also set the current date and time in Windows 98. Startup Configuration: Selecting the Startup Configuration item and pressing Enter displays the following "Startup Configuration" submenu. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 27 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Startup Configuration Boot Display ---------------------------------------------------- [ Auto ] Screen Expansion --------------------------------------------- [Enabled ] USB Function Support --------------------------------------- [Enabled ] Hotkey Beep ---------------------------------------------------- [Enabled ] Fast Boot -------------------------------------------------------- [Enabled ] Boot Drive Sequence: 1st. -------------------------------------------------------- [Floppy Disk] 2nd. ------------------------------------------------------- [CD-ROM] 3rd. -------------------------------------------------------- [Hard Disk] Page 1/1 = Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help This submenu is used to set startup options and change the startup sequence of the drives in your computer. It includes the following: Boot Display sets the display output device on start up. Screen Expansion expands or shrinks the screen on your computer. USB Function Support enables or disables the USB function on your computer. Hotkey Beep enables or disables beeps when an Fn key function is pressed. Fast Boot enables or disables Fast Boot feature on your computer. Fast Boot allows your computer to start up and resume faster. When enabled, the BIOS communicates with the Windows 98 operating system with ACPI about Plug-and-Play resources settings and information about previous start ups. Boot Drive Sequence (1st, 2nd and 3rd) specifies the start up sequence of local drives. 28 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Onboard Devices Configuration: Selecting the Onboard Devices Configuration item and pressing Enter displays the following "Onboard Devices Configuration" submenu. Onboard Devices Configuration Serial Port ------------------------------------------------------- [Enabled ] Base Address -------------------------------------------- [3F8h] IRQ --------------------------------------------------------- [4 ] Parallel Port ----------------------------------------------------- [Enabled ] Base Address -------------------------------------------- [3BCh] IRQ --------------------------------------------------------- [7 ] Operation Mode ----------------------------------------- [Bi-directional] ECP DMA Channel ------------------------------------- [-] Page 1/1 = Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help 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. The "Onboard Devices Configuration" submenu includes the following: Serial Port section enables and sets the resources values for the serial port. Parallel Port section enables and sets the resource values for the parallel port. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 29 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer System Security: Selecting the System Security item and pressing Enter displays the following "System Security" submenu. System Security Setup Password ----------------------------------------------- [ None ] Power-on Password ------------------------------------------ [ None ] Hard Disk Password ------------------------------------------ [ None ] Page 1/1 = Move highlight bar, = Change setting, F1 = Help This submenu is used to set the power-on password, setup password, and hard disk password. Refer to "Using Passwords" on page 76 for details. Load Default Settings: Selecting this item displays the following dialog box. Do you want to load default settings? [Yes] [No] To load factory-default settings for all the parameters in the BIOS Utility, select Yes and press Enter. Otherwise, select No and press Enter. CAUTION: Selecting Yes will erase all your changes. 30 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Notebook Manager The Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of drives and power management settings. It also shows the current hardware configuration. Note: Display-related Fn key functions are disabled when you access the Notebook Manager. To start the Notebook Manager program, do as follows: 1. Click Start. 2. Move the cursor to Programs, Notebook Manager; then click Notebook Manager. The Notebook Manager program consists of five pages: Information Viewer POST Boot Sequence Password Display Device Note: Making changes to most settings in Notebook Manager take effect the next time the computer restarts. If you make changes in the Power Management and Display Device pages, these take effect immediately. Information Viewer Page: The Information Viewer page summarizes and lists information about the specifications and settings of the different components of your computer. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 31 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Note: The values and settings in the window above may differ from the ones on your computer. Click the Help button to learn more about these system components. POST Page 32 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference Distinctive Functions of Your Computer The POST page displays the following items: Enable Fast Boot. enables or disables the Fast Boot feature on your computer. Fast Boot allows your computer to start up and resume faster. When enabled, the BIOS communicates with the Windows 98 operating system with ACPI about Plug-and-Play resources settings and information about previous start ups. Enable hotkey beep. When enabled, the computer gives off beeps when an Fn key function is pressed. Boot Sequence Page: In the Boot Sequence page, you can specify the startup sequence of the drives in your computer. The Boot Sequence page allows you to set the startup sequence of the drives in your computer by simply dragging and dropping the drives in the list window. Click the Help button to learn more about these startup sequence settings. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 33 Distinctive Functions of Your Computer Password Page: In the Password page, you can set, modify, or delete the password(s) for your computer. The Password page displays the following items: Power-On Password. The Power-On Password prevents unauthorized access to your computer at startup and when the computer resumes from hibernation mode. Setup Password. The Setup Password prevents unauthorized access to the BIOS Utility and Notebook Manager. For more information on passwords, see "Protecting Your Computer" on page 75. 34 ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 User's Reference