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Thank You for Selecting an IBM ThinkPad 600E Computer We 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 Registrati...
Page 4 - Functional Highlights; A DVD (digital versatile disc) ROM drive plays presentations; iv
Functional Highlights Compact design with core technology The slim, lightweight, and portable design of the ThinkPad 600Emakes traveling with your computer much easier. Your computer isavailable wherever and whenever you need it. High-speed processor The Intel high-speed processor enables high-speed...
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Contents Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv About This Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii Laser Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Infrared Communication Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Audio or Telephony Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 PC Card or Built-in Modem Problems . ...
Page 10 - About This Book; ThinkPad Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book.
About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 600E computer. Beforeusing the computer, be sure to read the ThinkPad Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book. Chapter 1, "Getting Familiar with Your Computer," acquaints you with the basic features of ...
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Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating systeminstalled in your computer: W IN 98 Information for MicrosoftWindows 98 users OS/2 Information for IBM OperatingSystem/2 (OS/2) users W IN 95 Information for MicrosoftWindows 95 users DOS Information for IBM DOSusers...
Page 12 - Safety Information; Electrical Safety Notice; The telephone line cable; DANGER; xii
Safety Information Electrical Safety Notice Note: In the U.K., by law: The telephone line cable must be connected after thepower cord. The power cord must be disconnected after thetelephone line cable. DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, andcommunication cables is hazardous. To avoid sh...
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DANGER Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit therechargeable battery pack. Do not put it in trash that isdisposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required bylocal ordinances or regulations. In the United States,call IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal. DANGER The lithium b...
Page 14 - Laser Compliance Statement
Laser Compliance Statement The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive in the IBM ThinkPad 600Ecomputer is a laser product. The drive's classification label (shownbelow) is located on the top of the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTLASER KLASSE 1LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITEAPPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The dr...
Page 15 - Note
This chapter provides basic information about your computer. Note To power off the computer, wait at least 5 seconds before youpower it on again. If you put your computer into suspend orhibernation mode, you should also wait at least 5 seconds beforeresuming normal operation. Identifying the Hardwar...
Page 16 - Identifying the Hardware Features; Front View
Identifying the Hardware Features Identifying the Hardware Features Front View 19 18 17 16 15 13 12 11 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 9 10 14 2 IBM ThinkPad 600E User's Reference
Page 18 - Rear View
Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View 1 2 3 5 7 8 9 11 10 6 4 Bottom View 1 4 5 2 3 6 7 8 9 4 IBM ThinkPad 600E User's Reference
Page 19 - Rear View of the Computer
Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View of the Computer 1 The security keyhole is used with a mechanicallock. 2 The modem connector is used for connecting yourcomputer to a telephoneline. 3 The power switch turns the computer on and off. 4 The reset switch is used to power the computer off ifan ...
Page 20 - System-Status Indicators
System-Status Indicators System-Status Indicators The system-status indicators on the computer show the currentstatus of your computer by their on or off states and colors (greenand orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. Thefollowing shows the location and the meaning of each icon: 3 4...
Page 22 - Functions of Your Computer; Keyboard Functions; Fn key; TrackPoint
Functions of Your Computer Functions of Your Computer This section describes the following features: Keyboard functions UltraslimBay ThinkPad utilitiesThe Online User's Guide Keyboard Functions Your computer's keyboard has the following functions: TrackPoint Fn key Numeric keypad TrackPoint The keyb...
Page 23 - not move. The speed at which the cursor moves
Functions of Your Computer The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three clickbuttons below the keyboard. Movement of the cursor on the screenis controlled by the amount of pressure that you apply to the nonslipcap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the stickitsel...
Page 24 - Cursor; Changing the Cap; The cap
Functions of Your Computer Left click button Right click button Center button Stick Cursor 2 Press the left and right click buttons with either thumb toselect and drag as required by your software. By enabling Press-to-Select, you can make the TrackPoint stickfunction the same as the left or right c...
Page 25 - Fn Key; The Fn Key Lock Function; PS2 FNS E
Functions of Your Computer Fn Key The Fn key function allows you to change operational featuresinstantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold theFn key 1 ; then press the appropriate function key 2 (F1 to F12, PgUp, PgDn, or BackSpace). 1 2 The Fn Key Lock Function The following set...
Page 27 - Key Combination
Functions of Your Computer Feature andicon Key Combination Meaning Screenexpansion + The LCD screen image size switches between expanded andnormal mode if the size of your LCD image is smaller thanthat of the physical LCD. Volume up + The volume increases. Volume down + The volume decreases. Mute + ...
Page 28 - Numeric Keypad
Functions of Your Computer Numeric Keypad The keyboard has some keys that, when enabled, work as if theywere a 10-key numeric keypad. (The numeric keypad on thekeyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the externalnumeric keypad is attached to the computer.) To enable or disable the numer...
Page 29 - UltraslimBay
Functions of Your Computer UltraslimBay Your ThinkPad 600E computer has an UltraslimBay. UltraslimBay You can install one of the following in the UltraslimBay: * Weight-saver bezel * Diskette drive * DVD drive * CD-ROM drive * LS-120 drive * Secondary hard disk drive adapter * Secondary battery * Fo...
Page 30 - ThinkPad Utility Programs; This section summarizes these utility programs.
Functions of Your Computer ThinkPad Utility Programs Your computer has the following utility programs for easyconfiguration: Easy-SetupThinkPad Configuration program This section summarizes these utility programs. Easy-Setup Your computer provides a user-friendly program called Easy-Setup, which all...
Page 31 - A submenu is displayed.; Change the items you wish to change.; Click on Exit to exit from the submenu.; Your computer restarts.; Changing the Screen Color
Functions of Your Computer 3 Move to an icon you want to change, using the arrowkeys or the TrackPoint, and click on the icon. A submenu is displayed. 4 Change the items you wish to change. 5 Click on Exit to exit from the submenu. 6 Click on Restart to exit from the “Easy-Setup” menu. Your computer...
Page 33 - To change the date and time, do the following:
Functions of Your Computer Clicking on the Date/Time button displays the following “Date andTime” submenu, which you can use to set the current date and time: To change the date and time, do the following: 1 Move the cursor to any field (Year, Month, Day, Hour,Minute, Second); then type the date and...
Page 34 - supervisor password.; Click on Start up in the “Easy-Setup” menu.
Functions of Your Computer * Clicking on the Password button displays the “Password” submenu, * which you can use to set passwords: For more information on passwords “Using Passwords” on page 94. * Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the * power-on password. * Selecting this icon disp...
Page 35 - Move the cursor to the Reset icon, and click on it.; You can set up to four devices.; Click on OK or press Enter to save the changes.
Functions of Your Computer You must be extremely carefulnot to specify a wrong deviceduring a copy, save, or a formatoperation after you change yourstartup sequence. If you specifya wrong device, your data andprograms might be erased oroverwritten. 2 Click on Power-On or Network. 3 Move the cursor t...
Page 38 - The Network submenu:
Functions of Your Computer The Network submenu: (This function can be used only with a docking station option.You can enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function.) CDROM PCMCIA HDD-4 HDD-3 FDD-1 FDD-2 HDD-1 HDD-2 Network Reset If Wake on LAN is enabled, the network administrator can poweron remote ma...
Page 39 - ThinkPad Configuration Program; To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 98, do as; Click on Start; The “Control Panel” window appears.; Double-click on the ThinkPad Configuration icon.; ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration.
Functions of Your Computer ThinkPad Configuration Program To get specific details aboutThinkPad Configuration program,click on the Help button. The ThinkPad Configuration program allows you to set up andcustomize the computer's built-in devices to your needs. Forexample, you can enable or disable a ...
Page 41 - The following window appears:; The One-Touch Setup buttons. Click on one of these buttons; to set the system configuration.; The Power Mode buttons. Click on one of these buttons to set
Functions of Your Computer W IN NT For Windows NT:To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT, do asfollows: 1 Click on Start at the bottom corner of the screen. 2 Move the cursor on Programs, ThinkPad; then click onThinkPad Configuration. The following window appears: 1 2 3 4 5 9 6 8...
Page 43 - Online User's Guide; From the ThinkPad Customization Center main menu,
Functions of Your Computer Online User's Guide Your computer features an Online User's Guide, so that you will always have key information at your fingertips even if you aretraveling. It contains the following information: Basic: – Using your computer outside your country– Using audio and modem feat...
Page 44 - Backing Up Your System; Recovering Lost or Damaged Software; Using the ThinkPad Customization CD; The following features are included:; Getting Started
Backing Up Your System Backing Up Your System To back up your system or reinstall the operating system, yourThinkPad computer has the following features: The ThinkPad Customization CDThe Recovery CDThe Diskette Factory program ConfigSafeThe ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board Recovering Lost or Dama...
Page 45 - Using the Recovery CD
Backing Up Your System System Customization Use this page for doing the following: – Reinstalling a software application for Windows 98 – Reinstalling a hardware device driver for Windows 98 – Installing all hardware device drivers when installing Windows 95 – Installing all hardware device drivers ...
Page 46 - Power off the computer.; Click on Start up.
Backing Up Your System If you have a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive installed in your computer's UltraslimBay and you don't have an external diskettedrive attached, go to “Case 1” on page 32. If you have a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive installed in your computer's UltraslimBay and you do have an external diskett...
Page 47 - Your computer restarts with the preinstalled configuration.; Case 2
Backing Up Your System 11 Follow the instructions on the screen . 12 When a completion message appears, remove theRecovery CD from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 13 Power off the computer. 14 Power on your computer while pressing and holding theF1 key. Hold the F1 key until the Easy-Setup window appea...
Page 48 - Using the Diskette Factory
Backing Up Your System 6 When a completion message appears, remove theRecovery CD Boot diskette form the diskette drive. 7 Press Restart. Your computer restarts with the preinstalled configuration. The recovery program on the boot diskette includes drivers tosupport many devices such as an external ...
Page 49 - Follow the instructions on the screen.; ConfigSafe
Backing Up Your System 5 Click on Build. 6 Follow the instructions on the screen. For more information about installing a new operating system (such as Windows NT) and device drivers “Advanced” in the Online User's Guide. 1. You can select more than one group by clicking while pressing Ctrl. 2. The ...
Page 50 - Replacing the Battery Pack; To replace the battery pack, do as follows:
Replacing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack To replace the battery pack, do as follows: 1 Power off your computer, or enter hibernation mode. . 2 Disconnect the AC Adapter and cables . 3 Close the LCD, and turn the computer over . 4 Slide the battery pack latch to unlocked position 1 ; the...
Page 51 - You have finished replacing the battery pack.
Replacing the Battery Pack 6 Gently push the battery pack back into the space; thenslide the battery pack latch to the locked position. Unlock Lock You have finished replacing the battery pack. Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer 37
Page 52 - Getting Service; About Your Warranty; Help at the ThinkPad Web Site
Getting Service Getting Service Purchasing an IBM PC hardware product entitles you to receivesupport and services during the limited warranty period. If you needadditional support and services, a wide variety of extended solutionsthat addresses most needs are available for purchase. About Your Warra...
Page 53 - Help by Telephone
Getting Service Help by Telephone You can get support and information by telephone during the limitedwarranty period at no additional charge, through the IBM PC HelpCenter. Experienced technical-support representatives will be onhand to assist you in answering any questions you might have, suchas: H...
Page 54 - Recording Sheet; Option List; features of your computer. If you have two or more devices, note; mark to the DIMM check box then note “128 MB x 2.”; Identification Numbers; To determine your computer's serial number
Getting Service Recording Sheet Option List * Fill out the following list with the items which correspond with the * features of your computer. If you have two or more devices, note * each of them. For example, if you have two DIMMs, put the check * mark to the DIMM check box; then note “128 MB x 2....
Page 55 - Problem Recording Sheet
Getting Service Problem Recording Sheet Computer information: Machine type:_________ Serial number:_________ Date of purchase:___/___/___ Type of problem: Continuous problem Intermittent problem Error code: The operating system and its version number, if available: Application programs running at th...
Page 58 - Customizing the TrackPoint
Customizing the TrackPoint Customizing the TrackPoint You can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following: 1 Open the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2 Click on the TrackPoint button ( ). 3 Click on TrackPoint Properties.... The “TrackPoint Properties” window appears: You can set the following f...
Page 60 - Setting Sensitivity
Customizing the TrackPoint Setting Sensitivity This function adjusts the force required for both cursor movementand Press-to-Select. Slide toward Firm Touch to increase the forceneeded to move the cursor and to activate Press-to-Select. Slidetoward Light Touch to decrease the force needed to move th...
Page 61 - Setting Scrolling or Magnifying Glass; Choose Scrolling or the Magnifying Glass Function; Select one of the following radio buttons:; – Scrolling
Customizing the TrackPoint Setting Scrolling or Magnifying Glass By clicking on the Scrolling tab, you can set the scrolling propertiesof your TrackPoint. Choose Scrolling or the Magnifying Glass Function Select one of the following radio buttons: – Scrolling This function enables you to navigate ea...
Page 62 - – Press Center Button, then use TrackPoint
Customizing the TrackPoint – Neither This function disables the scrolling and magnifying glassfunctions. Choose Scrolling Method Select one of the following radio buttons: – Press Center Button, then use TrackPoint This option enables you to hold down the center click buttonon the keyboard and then ...
Page 63 - Increasing Memory; available as an option.
Increasing Memory Increasing Memory Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programsrun faster. You can increase the amount of memory in yourcomputer by installing a dual inline memory module (DIMM), available as an option. Different capacities of DIMM (up to 128 MB) are available. Yo...
Page 64 - Installing the DIMM; To install the DIMM, do the following:; Close the LCD, turn the computer over and then remove; Handling a Screwdriver; Use a screwdriver that fits
Increasing Memory Installing the DIMM To install the DIMM, do the following: 1 Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapterand all cables from the computer. 2 Close the LCD, turn the computer over and then remove the battery pack. ( page 36.) 3 Loosen the screw on the memory slot cover; th...
Page 65 - Find the notch on the side of the DIMM.; If you want to install two DIMMs, remove the 32-MB DIMM
Increasing Memory To avoid damaging the DIMM, donot touch its contact edge. 4 Find the notch on the side of the DIMM. 5 With the notched end of the DIMM toward the right sideof the socket, insert the DIMM, at an angle ofapproximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly 1 . 6 Pivot the DIMM un...
Page 66 - Turn the computer over again and power it on.; You have finished installing the DIMM. Reconnect all cables.
Increasing Memory 7 Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot,aligning the back side of the cover first; then tighten thescrew. 8 Replace the battery pack. ( page 36.) 9 Turn the computer over again and power it on. 10 Confirm that the new memory size appears at the upperleft corner of the ...
Page 67 - 76 KB is reserved by the system.
Increasing Memory 1. For the following status, power off the computer and go to page 50 to reinstall the DIMM and do the memory test withEasy-Setup (see page 155). If a 2 1 error code appears under the memory count. 48576 KB OK 2 1 If the total memory size is not the same as the value you calculated...
Page 68 - Removing the DIMM; Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover.; Be sure to save the DIMM for future use.; Replace the memory slot cover then tighten the screw.
Increasing Memory Removing the DIMM 1 Power off the computer and disconnect the AC Adapterand all cables from the computer. 2 Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and then removethe battery pack. 3 Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover. 4 Press out on the latches on both edges of the s...
Page 69 - Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive; To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:; Handling a Hard Disk Drive
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacingthe original, built-in hard disk drive with an optional one. You canpurchase the option from your IBM reseller or IBM marketingrepresentative. To replace the hard disk drive...
Page 70 - then remove the hard disk; CAUTION; Pull the strap of the hard disk drive to remove the drive.
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 3 Remove the coin screw by rotating it counterclockwisewith a coin, as shown 1 ; then remove the hard disk drive cover 2 . 2 1 CAUTION Do not use your fingernails to open the hard disk drivecover. You might injure your fingernails. To open the drivecover, use a coin. 4 ...
Page 72 - Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally; Power on the computer.
Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally You can connect the diskette drive to the external diskette-driveconnector and use it as an external diskette drive. To attach thediskette drive externally, do the following: 1 Power off the computer. 2 Insert the diskette...
Page 73 - Enabling Warm Attachment of an External Diskette Drive; PS2 FDD External
Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally 1. When a diskette drive is attached externally, another diskette drive cannot be installed in the UltraslimBay 2. The external diskette drive and a diskette drive in the docking station use a common port. You can use twodiskette drives among three locations (e...
Page 74 - Removing the Diskette Drive from the Enclosure
Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally Removing the Diskette Drive from the Enclosure The enclosure is designed onlyfor the diskette drive. Do notinsert any other drive into it. The diskette drive enclosure has a lock on the bottom. To removethe diskette drive from the enclosure, hold the lock in th...
Page 75 - Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard; Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad; You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the; Mouse
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard This section explains how to attach an external mouse, externalnumeric keypad, and external keyboard to your computer. Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad You can attach an external mouse or...
Page 76 - “Disabling the TrackPoint”
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard You can use both the IBM PS/2Miniature Mouse and theTrackPoint as an input device.To connect a mouse other thanan IBM PS/2 Miniature Mouse “Disabling the TrackPoint” on page 65. If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and mouse atthe same...
Page 77 - Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse; See the
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse If you want to attach an external keyboard to your computer, do theone of the following: Use the optional keyboard/mouse cable.Use an optional port replicator. The external keyboard will not work if it is conn...
Page 78 - , and then attach the keyboard/mouse cable to the computer; Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard; If you are using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard,; do
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard To attach the external keyboard, power off the computer, attach thekeyboard to the keyboard connector of the keyboard/mouse cable 1 , and then attach the keyboard/mouse cable to the computer 2 . You can attach a mouse to the mouse connector of thekey...
Page 79 - Disabling the TrackPoint; Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.; Click on the TrackPoint (
Attaching an External Mouse, Keypad, and Keyboard Disabling the TrackPoint The TrackPoint is designed to work simultaneously with anotherpointing device (such as a mouse) attached to the system. Butsome mouse types require the TrackPoint to be disabled before youcan use them, such as: A mouse that i...
Page 80 - Attaching an External Monitor; The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transister (
Attaching an External Monitor Attaching an External Monitor This section provides information about using the computer LCD andan external monitor (CRT). The LCD of your computer uses thin-film transister ( TFT) technology. The LCD displays output with XGA (1024x768 resolution) videomode and 16M colo...
Page 81 - Change the display output location by clicking on the; Both LCD and CRT Display (; top; Do not change the display output location when your; not click on Both LCD
Attaching an External Monitor 5 Change the display output location by clicking on the Both LCD and CRT Display ( ) button or the CRT Display Only ( ) button (with Windows 98, at the top left of the screen; with Windows NT, a little to the right ofthe top center of the screen). Do not change the disp...
Page 82 - Restart the computer to make the changes effective.; Do not disconnect the external monitor while the; The
Attaching an External Monitor a) Click on Start. b) Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel; and then click on Control Panel. c) Double-click on Display. d) Select the Settings tab. e) Click on the Advanced... button. f) Click on the Monitor tab. g) Click on the Change... button. The “Update D...
Page 83 - Displaying output on the LCD or on both the LCD and the; external monitor (LCD Only or Both LCD and CRT Display); Resolution
Attaching an External Monitor Displaying output on the LCD or on both the LCD and the external monitor (LCD Only or Both LCD and CRT Display) Displaying output only on the external monitor (CRT Display Only) Resolution Supported Color Depth 640x480 (VGA) 16, 256, 64K, and 16M 800x600 (SVGA) 256, 64K...
Page 84 - Attaching a Television to Your Computer; This section is applicable only if your computer has video-out; Power off the computer and television.
Attaching an External Monitor Attaching a Television to Your Computer This section is applicable only if your computer has video-out connector. For considerations on using a television page 75. You can attach a television (NTSC or PAL) to your computer anddisplay the computer output on it. To displa...
Page 86 - Using a Dual Display Function; Windows 98 supports a function named
Attaching an External Monitor Using a Dual Display Function Windows 98 supports a function named Multiple Display Support, and your computer supports a function named dual display in the Windows 98 environment. This function allows the Windows 98desktop to display output on the LCD-CRT display pair ...
Page 87 - The image of two monitors assigned with numbers appears.; Click on Yes to enable monitor 2.; Select the color depth and the resolution of the primary; Click on OK to apply the changes.; Disabling the Dual Display; Select the Settings tab.
Attaching an External Monitor $ The image of two monitors assigned with numbers appears. 12 Click on the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display,either the CRT or the TV). 13 Click on Yes to enable monitor 2. 14 Click on the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, theLCD). $ 15 Select the color d...
Page 88 - To disable the dual display function entirely (for better; Select the NeoMagic tab.
Attaching an External Monitor 6 Remove the check mark from the Extend my Windowsdesktop onto this monitor check box. The secondary display (monitor 2) is disabled, but you canreenable it by following the procedure from step 12 onpage 73. $ To disable the dual display function entirely (for better $ ...
Page 89 - Considerations
Attaching an External Monitor Considerations The primary display is always the LCD of your computer and the secondary display is either a CRT or a television. You can select up to 64K colors for your secondary display, either the CRT or the television. You can select a resolution up to 1024x768 for ...
Page 91 - Installing a PC Card; This section describes how to install a PC Card.; Find the notched edge
Installing a PC Card Installing a PC Card This section describes how to install a PC Card. Do not insert a PC Card whilethe computer is in suspend modeor hibernation mode. Otherwise,the system might hang. Your computer has two PC Card slots (upper slot and lower slot)and supports the following types...
Page 92 - Press the PC Card firmly into the connector.; You have completed setting up the PC Card, and you can now use
Installing a PC Card Lower slot Upper slot 3 Press the PC Card firmly into the connector. You have completed setting up the PC Card, and you can now use it. For information on how to use the PC Card software “Basic” in the Online User's Guide. For Windows 98: If you have not installed the PC Card dr...
Page 93 - Removing the PC Card; To stop the PC Card; Remove the PC Card and store it safely for future use.; For more information for using a PC Card
Installing a PC Card Removing the PC Card Do not remove a PC Card whilethe computer is in suspend modeor hibernation mode. Otherwise,the system might hang whenresuming. Before removing storage PC Cards, such as the hard disk PC Card,Flash memory PC Card, or SRAM PC Card, from the PC Card slot,you mu...
Page 94 - Using a Docking Station; With your computer powered off (
Using a Docking Station Using a Docking Station You can extend the capabilities of your computer by attaching it firstto the SelectaBase 600 port replicator and a docking station. SelectaBase 600 (Port Replicator) Then you can attach (dock) the computer–port replicator–combination to one of the foll...
Page 95 - Docking with Your Computer Powered Off (Cold Docking); Install new devices in the docking station.
Using a Docking Station Depending on the hardware configuration or the operating system, warm docking or hot docking might not besupported. Refer to the user's guide shipped with thesedocking stations or a port replicator for instructions on how todock your computer to a docking station. You might n...
Page 96 - Dock your computer to the docking station.; Answer Yes to the prompt “Do you want to keep this file?”
Using a Docking Station @ If you use a PC Card Enabler or PC Card Enabler with @ Advanced EtherJet Feature, connect the AC Adapter to the @ SelectaBase 600 port replicator. 3 Dock your computer to the docking station. See the user's guide shipped with the docking station for how * to dock your compu...
Page 97 - hot undocking) or when the computer is in; Put a check mark in the Suspend/hibernate while docked
Using a Docking Station Undocking When Your Computer Is Powered On or in SuspendMode (Hot or Warm Undocking) To undock your computer from the docking station when thecomputer is operating ( hot undocking) or when the computer is in suspend mode ( warm undocking), do the following: 1 Select Start in ...
Page 98 - Presetting a Device to Avoid a Resource Conflict; For a PCI adapter or an internal SCSI device:; Start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click on; the Docking Station (; For an ISA adapter card:; Disconnect the AC Adapter from the SelectaBase 600
Using a Docking Station Or: Turn the security key of the docking station to the ejectposition and release the key. An eject request is made to the operating system. It mighttake some time for this eject operation to end. 2 When you hear a beep, turn the security key to the rearagain. Now you can eje...
Page 99 - Enabling the IDE Drive on the Docking Station; -channel IDE mode. In this mode, you can still use the hot; an extra IRQ. However, you cannot use hot and warm swap
Using a Docking Station 3 Set the jumper or the DIP switches on the adapter card. For an IDE device such as a hard disk drive or a CD-ROM drive: 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click on the Docking Station ( ) button. > 2 Click on the IDE Device tab. > 3 Select Enable in the Ult...
Page 100 - Setting to 3-Channel IDE Mode; The “Docking station” window appears.; IRQ Holder for PCI Steering tab.
Using a Docking Station Setting to 3-Channel IDE Mode 1 Open the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2 Click on the Docking Station ( ) button. * The “Docking station” window appears. * 3 Click on the Device Manager... button. * The “System Properties” window appears. * 4 Click on Computer; then click o...
Page 101 - Setting to 2-Channel IDE Mode; The third IDE is automatically selected.
Using a Docking Station > 13 Restart the system by clicking on OK in the warning > dialog box. Setting to 2-Channel IDE Mode 1 Open the ThinkPad Configuration program. 2 Click on the Docking Station ( ) button. * The “Docking station” window appears. * 3 Click on the Device Manager... button. ...
Page 102 - Click on OK to close the dialog box.; Device
Using a Docking Station > 13 Click on OK to close the dialog box. > 14 Restart the system by clicking on OK in the warning > dialog box. The following table shows the relationship between the devices andIRQ values: Legend: 1. P-M: Primary-master 2. P-S: Primary-slave 3. S-M: Secondary-maste...
Page 103 - Replacing an UltraslimBay Device; You can install one of the storage devices in the UltraslimBay.; Insert the diskette drive.
Replacing an UltraslimBay Device Replacing an UltraslimBay Device * You can install one of the storage devices in the UltraslimBay. The following procedure describes how to replace the DVD-ROMdrive with the diskette drive; follow the same procedure to install theother storage devices in the Ultrasli...
Page 104 - Warm-Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay; To check whether warm swap is enabled, do as follows:; “ThinkPad Configuration Program” on page 25.; Click on UltraBay
Replacing an UltraslimBay Device Warm-Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay Warm swap means to remove or reconnect a device when thecomputer is in suspend mode. Warm swap is enabled as a defaultfor your computer. To check whether warm swap is enabled, do as follows: 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration...
Page 108 - Using Passwords; You can set the following passwords on your computer:; – If you put a check mark in the Prompt for password when
Using Passwords Using Passwords The password-setting feature helps to prevent your computer frombeing used by others. Once you set a password, a prompt appearson the screen each time you power on the computer. You mustenter your password at the prompt. You cannot use the computerunless you type the ...
Page 109 - Entering a Password; Type your password.
Using Passwords providing the supervisor password. The supervisor password isrequired only to access Easy-Setup. It provides the followingsecurity features: – Only a system administrator can access Easy-Setup. If a supervisor password is set, a password prompt appears ifyou try to start Easy-Setup. ...
Page 110 - Press the Enter key.; Setting a Password; To set a password, do the following:; Click on Password in the “Easy-Setup” menu. For more; information on the “Password” submenu
Using Passwords The symbol appears each time you press a key. Don't holddown a key too long, because the same character will beentered continuously. 2 Press the Enter key. An OK appears if you enter the correct password, and an Xappears if you enter the wrong password. If you fail to enterthe correc...
Page 111 - Your password is set.
Using Passwords 5 Press Enter. The “Password Confirmation” windowappears: 6 Type your password again to verify it; then press Enteragain. Your password is set. You can type a maximum of seven random characters using acombination of letters ( A to Z) and numbers (0 to 9). Uppercase and lowercase lett...
Page 112 - Changing or Removing a Password; The password prompt appears.; Type your current password.
Using Passwords Do Not Forget Your Password If you forget your hard-disk-drive or supervisor password, there isno way to reset your password or recover data from thehard disk. You have to take your computer to an IBM reseller oran IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk or thesystem board...
Page 113 - Press the Spacebar.; To change the password, go to step 4; To remove the password, press Enter; The following window appears, and the system starts:
Using Passwords 3 Press the Spacebar. To change the password, go to step 4 . To remove the password, press Enter . The following window appears, and the system starts: You have removed your password. Skip the remaining steps. 4 To change the password, type the new password; thenpress the Spacebar. C...
Page 114 - For a Supervisor Password; b) Hold F1 until the password prompt appears.; Enter the supervisor password.
Using Passwords 5 Type the new password again to verify it; then pressEnter. The following window appears, and the system starts: You have changed your password. Write down the password and keep it in a safe place. For a Supervisor Password 1 Start Easy-Setup. a) Press and hold F1; then turn on the ...
Page 115 - Select Password on the menu.; To change the password, go to step 8; Click on Exit then click on Restart.
Using Passwords 3 Select Password on the menu. 4 Select Supervisor. To change the password, go to step 8 . 5 To remove the password, enter the current password andpress the Spacebar. 6 Press Enter twice. 7 Click on Exit; then click on Restart. The supervisor password has been removed. Your computerr...
Page 116 - Enter the current password and press the Spacebar.
Using Passwords 8 Enter the current password and press the Spacebar. 9 Type the new password; then press Enter. 102 IBM ThinkPad 600E User's Reference
Page 117 - Removing a Power-On Password with Supervisor Authority
Using Passwords 10 Type the new password again to verify it; then pressEnter. 11 Press Enter again. 12 Click on Exit; then click on Restart. The supervisor password has been changed. Your computerrestarts. The following window appears, reminding you to write down thepassword and keep it in a safe pl...
Page 118 - The “Password Confirmation” window appears:
Using Passwords 6 Press Enter. The “Password Confirmation” window appears: 7 Press Enter again. 8 Click on Exit; then click on Restart. Your computer restarts. The power-on password has beenremoved. 104 IBM ThinkPad 600E User's Reference
Page 119 - Using the Personalization Editor; Entering Your Personal Data; and the
Using the Personalization Editor Using the Personalization Editor With the Personalization Editor, you can display such personalinformation as your name and address on the screen each time youpower on your computer. This feature helps you to identify yourcomputer when identical computers are being u...
Page 120 - Personalization Editor
Using the Personalization Editor To register your name, address, and company on the PersonalizationEditor, do the following: 1 Power on the computer. 2 Make a backup copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS, Personalization with the Diskette Factory. (For more information “Backing Up Your System” on pag...
Page 121 - Windows Paint automatically opens.; Draw an image or color the background.; Press Enter to return to the previous window.; Shut down the system, and power off the computer.
Using the Personalization Editor 5 Click on Personal Data and type the necessaryinformation into the boxes ; click on OK to save your data. OK Name: Campany: Address: Phone: Message: Cancel Gordon Harper DazzleTech, Inc. 831 S. Silver St.Yaho Falls, WA 98531 831 S. Silver St.Yaho Falls, WA 98531 206...
Page 122 - Your data is copied from the; Click on Help for more information.; Deleting the Personalization Window
Using the Personalization Editor 11 Insert the backup copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS, Personalization into the diskette drive; then power on thecomputer. 12 Select Update personalization data at the menuwindow; then follow the instructions on the window. Your data is copied from the Utility Di...
Page 123 - Using Locks; shipped with the mechanical lock. For information on the keyhole
Using Locks Using Locks You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help toprevent it from being removed without your permission. * Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole of the computer; then secure * the chain on the lock to a stationary object. Refer to the instructions * shipped with ...
Page 124 - Using the Security Screw; To replace the coin screw with the security screw, do as follows:; Security Screw
Using the Security Screw Using the Security Screw To replace the coin screw with the security screw, do as follows: 1 Power off the computer; then disconnect the AC Adapter andall cables from the computer. * 2 Remove the screw with a coin; then install the security screw * and tighten it with a 2.5-...
Page 127 - Hints and Limitations; The term
Hints and Limitations Hints and Limitations This section provides hints and tips, as well as information onlimitations. W IN 98 For Windows 98: In Windows 98, it takes longer to enter suspend mode and resume normal operation than it does in Windows 95. Thisperformance difference is a result of Windo...
Page 128 - If you are using the Intel USB camera and the system resumes; Click on Start and move the cursor to Settings and Control; For Windows NT 4.0, hibernation is not supported if the drive is
Hints and Limitations W IN 95 For Windows 95: If you are using the Intel USB camera and the system resumes from suspend mode, the USB camera is disabled. To enable it,unplug it and plug it in again. Because of the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive property settings, your computer might not enter suspend mode ...
Page 129 - DEVICEHIGH
Hints and Limitations W IN 3.1 For Windows 3.1: If a memory shortage or memory error occurs, do as follows: 1. Unload any unnecessary drivers from the CONFIG.SYS file. (For example, unload printer drivers if you do not use aprinter.) 2. Reconfigure the UMB (upper memory block) using the DEVICEHIGH s...
Page 131 - DOS
Hints and Limitations DOS For DOS: If a memory shortage or memory error occurs, do as follows: 1. Try the same actions as described for Windows 3.1. 2. Unload any unnecessary programs from the WIN.INI file (for example, FUELWIN for ac operations). You can use the ThinkPad Configuration program from ...
Page 132 - Using the Hard Disk Drive; Using a PC Card with the Docking Station; after
Hints and Limitations @Echo Off Rem SAMPLE:Set the parameters to provide maximum power utilization. Rem ============================================================= PS2 PMode Custom DC > Nul PS2 LCd 3 > Nul PS2 DISK 3 > Nul PS2 POwer 5 > Nul PS2 SPeed Fixed Slow > Nul PS2 IR Disable ...
Page 133 - Using the USB Connector; For PCI Cards in the SelectaDock III Docking Station:; Using the DVD-ROM Drive; Click on Start, move the cursor to Settings, and click
Hints and Limitations Using the USB Connector If your computer tries to enter suspend mode and the request isrejected, the device in the USB connector might be disabled. If thisoccurs, do a hot-unplug-and-plug operation for the USB device. For PCI Cards in the SelectaDock III Docking Station: If the...
Page 134 - If you install a PC Card after replacing a CD-ROM drive with a; Using a Second CardBus Card; The “Master Out” window appears.
Hints and Limitations 4. Click on the Stop button. If you remove a communication PC Card from the PC Card slotand then reinsert it later, it might not work correctly. You need torestart your computer. If you install a PC Card after replacing a CD-ROM drive with a diskette drive, and then later reins...
Page 135 - Using an External Condenser Microphone
Hints and Limitations The volume control you have chosen in the “Properties” windowappears in the “Master Out” window. 5 Put a check mark in the Mute check box in the column that youdon't use—either LINE or MIC. Using an External Condenser Microphone The microphone/line-in jack supports the followin...
Page 136 - Troubleshooting Guide; The following chart shows how to find or solve a problem.; If you accidentally lose or damage software in your computer:
Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide The following chart shows how to find or solve a problem. If a beep sounds, if a message appears, or if a function-relatedproblem occurs: 1 Find your symptom from the tableand try solving the problem. “TroubleshootingCharts” onpage 123. 2 If you can't solv...
Page 137 - Troubleshooting Charts; page indicated and do the specified action. The troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Charts If your computer has an error, it typically displays a message or anerror code, or a beep sounds when you power it on. Go through thecharts and look for your problem. If you find your problem, go to the * page indicated and do the specified action. The tr...
Page 139 - Error Codes or Messages; x can be any character.; Message
Troubleshooting Guide Error Codes or Messages Note: In the charts, x can be any character. Message Cause and Action I 9990301 I 9990302 I 9990305 (Incorrect connection ofthe hard disk drive maycause these error codesto appear.) Your computer can't find the startup drive. Do the following: 1. Power o...
Page 144 - Note: You can use the Fn
Troubleshooting Guide Message Cause and Action This message appears when you restart your computer and after you changethe IDE channel from 2 to 3. Power off the computer and wait at least 5seconds; then power it on again. A POST error prompt ERROR OK Cancel An error was found during POST. Press Ent...
Page 145 - No Error Codes or Messages; Input Problems; Problem
Troubleshooting Guide No Error Codes or Messages Problem Cause and Action The screen is blank andyou do not hear anybeeps. Note: If you are not surewhether you heard anybeeps, power off thecomputer; then power iton again, and listen again.If you are using anexternal monitor, go to“External MonitorPr...
Page 147 - Suspend or Hibernation Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action All or some keys on theexternal numeric keypaddo not work. Make sure that the external numeric keypad is correctly connected to thecomputer. All or some keys on theexternal keyboard do notwork. To use an external keyboard, you need to attach the keyboar...
Page 150 - LCD Problems
Troubleshooting Guide LCD Problems Problem Cause and Action The screen is unreadableor distorted. Make sure that: The display device driver is installed correctly.The display resolution and color depth are correctly set.The monitor type is correct. To check under Windows 98, do as follows: 1. Click ...
Page 151 - Indicator Problems; Battery Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Indicator Problems Problem Cause and Action The battery statusindicator does not go oneven though a batterypack is installed in thecomputer. The over-current protection device inside the battery pack has been activated.Wait several hours and try again. If the indicator does not...
Page 152 - CD-ROM Drive Problems; Make sure that you checked Enable IDE device in the docking
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action The operating time for afully charged battery packis short. Repeat discharging and charging the battery pack three to six times. If you stillhave a problem, use a new battery pack. The computer does notoperate with a fullycharged battery pack. The over-...
Page 153 - DVD-ROM Drive Problems; Note: Do not use IRQ 11 and 15 for the PCI device setting.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action You hear a noise from theCD-ROM drive when thecompact disc is spinning. The CD-ROM drive cover might be bent. Have the CD-ROM drive serviced. The CD-ROM tray doesnot open even if youpress the CD-ROM ejectbutton. Insert a pin into the CD-ROM emergency ej...
Page 154 - Infrared Communication Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action You hear a noise from theDVD-ROM drive when theDVD is spinning. The DVD-ROM drive cover might be bent. Have the DVD-ROM drive serviced. The DVD tray does notopen even if you pressthe DVD eject button. Insert a pin into the DVD emergency eject hole and e...
Page 156 - An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem; Audio or Telephony Problems
Troubleshooting Guide An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem Problem Cause and Action The Enhanced Videofunction or the MPEGfunction does not work. Make sure there are no resource conflicts (IRQ or I/O address).Enable the Enhanced Video or MPEG function by doing the following: 1. Click on Start.2. Move t...
Page 157 - A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem; PC Card or Built-in Modem Problems
Troubleshooting Guide A Universal Serial Bus (USB) Problem Problem Cause and Action A device connected to theUSB connector does notwork. Do the following: 1. Make sure that the USB device is connected correctly.2. Open the “Device Manager” window, and make sure that the USB device setup is correct, ...
Page 158 - Other PC Card Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Other PC Card Problems Problem Cause and Action The PC Card shows“Ready,” but it does notwork correctly. Make sure that: The system resources reserved for the PC Card do not conflict with other system devices. Refer to “Resolving System Resource Conflicts” in the Online User's ...
Page 160 - Docking Station or Port Replicator Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action @ The computer is @ disconnected from the @ network when it attempts @ to accesses using a PC @ Card on battery operation. @ Your computer limits the processor speed on battery operation to save battery @ life; however, some network cards do not allow p...
Page 162 - A Printer Problem; External Monitor Problems
Troubleshooting Guide A Printer Problem Problem Cause and Action The printer does not work. Make sure that: The parallel port is enabled. 1. Click on Start.2. Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad; then click on ThinkPad Configuration. 3. Click on Parallel Port ( ). 4. Select Enable. 5. Click on ...
Page 163 - you can select the driver you want, and then Show all hardware.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause and Action You cannot set a higherresolution than thepresent one on yourexternal monitor. Make sure that: The display driver is installed correctly by doing the following: 1. Click on Start.2. Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel.3. Click on Control Panel...
Page 165 - A Television Problem
Troubleshooting Guide A Television Problem Problem Cause and Action The screen is blank. @ Make sure that: @ You enabled the television settings. You need to enable the settings every @ time you start your computer to use the TV as the secondary display with @ the dual display function. @ You enable...
Page 167 - Software Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Software Problems Problem Cause and Action An application does notrun correctly. Check the following to make sure that the problem is not being caused by theapplication: Your computer has the minimum required memory to run the application. Refer to the manuals supplied with the...
Page 168 - Other Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Other Problems Problem Cause and Action The computer locks ordoes not accept any input. Your computer might lock when it enters suspend mode during a communication operation. Disable the suspend timer when you are workingon the network. If you power on the computer with OS/2 Wa...
Page 169 - Testing Your Computer; To test your computer, do the following:
Testing Your Computer Testing Your Computer If you still have a problem with your computer after using theTroubleshooting Charts, test the computer using the Test function ofEasy-Setup. To test your computer, do the following: 1 Make sure that the speaker volume control is in the middleposition. 2 P...
Page 170 - A window such as the following appears. The devices shown
Testing Your Computer 3 Select the Test icon; then select the Start icon or press Enter. * A window such as the following appears. The devices shown * in the window are associated with features and options of your * computer. If you cannot go to the next menu, have your computer serviced. If an X ap...
Page 171 - Features; Appendix A. Features and Specifications; Processor; Intel Pentium II processor mobile module with MMX; Memory; Brightness control; Keyboard
Features Appendix A. Features and Specifications This appendix describes features and specifications for the computer. Features Processor Intel Pentium II processor mobile module with MMX Memory Built-in: 64 MBOption: Maximum: 288 MB Storage devices 2.5-inch hard disk drive DisplayThe color display ...
Page 172 - External interface
Features External diskette driveTo get the best performance from your diskette drives, usehigh-quality diskettes (such as IBM diskettes) that meet or exceedthe following standards: 1-MB, 3.5-inch, unformatted diskette: – ANSI (American National Standards Institute) X3.137– ISO (International Standar...
Page 173 - Specifications; Size; – Operating with no diskette in the drive:; Heat output
Specifications Specifications Size Width: 300 mm (11.8 in.)Depth: 240 mm (9.4 in.)Height: 36.5 mm (1.4 in.) Environment Note: When you charge the battery pack,its temperature must be at least 10°C(50°F). Temperature (at altitudes less than 2438 m [8000 ft]): – Operating with no diskette: 5° to 35°C ...
Page 174 - IBM Power Cords; computer; Used in These Countries
IBM Power Cords IBM Power Cords The use of an improper powercord might cause severe damageto your computer. The grounded adapter is requiredfor full MPRII compliance. If a3-pin power cord came with your computer “Safety Information” on page xii. To use the AC Adapter outside the country where you pu...
Page 177 - Product Warranty; Appendix B. Product Warranty and Notices; Statement of Limited Warranty; Production Status
Product Warranty Appendix B. Product Warranty and Notices Statement of Limited Warranty The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you originally purchase for youruse, and not for resale, from IBM or an IBM authorized reseller. The term “Machine” mean...
Page 179 - Notices; Year 2000 Readiness and Instructions
Notices Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or servicesdo not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countriesin which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program,or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product,program, ...
Page 180 - Trademarks
Notices developers directly if you wish to verify readiness, understandlimitations, or look for any software updates. To learn more about IBM PC products and the Year 2000, visit ourWeb site at http://www.pc.ibm.com/year2000. The information andtools there can help you with your Year 2000 transition...
Page 181 - Electronic Emission Notices; Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
Notices Electronic Emission Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ThinkPad 600E, model number 2645 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable ...
Page 182 - Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement; Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada
Notices Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. European Community Directive Conform...
Page 183 - Telecommunication Notice
Notices Telecommunication Notice Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and TelephoneCompany Requirements (Part 68 of the FCC Rules) 1. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephonefax ...
Page 184 - Industry Canada Requirements; Notice
Notices Industry Canada Requirements Notice The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means thatthe equipment meets certain telecommunications networks protective, operational, andsafety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operateto t...
Page 185 - Avertissement
Notices télécommunication ne permettent pas que l'on raccorde leur matériel à des jacksd'abonné, sauf dans les cas précis prévus par les tarifs paticuliers de ces entreprises. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées par un centred'entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le four...
Page 187 - Index
Index A audio problems 142 auto-disable, TrackPoint 65 B backing up 30 creating diskettes 34 battery problems 137replacing 36status, checking 12 boot optimizing 18sequence, setting 20 built-in devices, setting up 25 C calculating memory size 53 CD-ROM drive changing properties 114 problem 138 changi...