IBM X41 - Manual

Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo expressly identifies CRUs as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those parts. You must closely follo...

Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles. Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the...

mobile products such as ThinkPad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. Never attempt to open or service...

Always turn off and unplug the computer before opening the cover. If possible, avoid operating your computer within 2 feet of high-traffic areas. If you must operate your computer in or near a high-traffic area, you should inspect and, if necessary, clean your computer more frequently. For your safe...

Turn everything OFF. Turn everything OFF. First, attach all cables todevices. First, remove the power cordfrom theoutlet. Attach the signal cables toreceptacles. Remove signal cables fromreceptacles. Attach the power cord toan outlet. Remove all cables from devices. Turn the device ON. To Connect To...

DANGER Reduce the risk of fire and electric shock by always following basic safety precautions, including the following: v Do not use your computer in or near water. v During electrical storms: – Do not use your computer with the telephone cable connection. – Do not connect the cable to or disconnec...

DANGER If the backup battery is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of explosion. The lithium battery contains lithium and can explode if it is not properly handled or disposed of. Replace only with a battery of the same type. To avoid possible injury or death, do not: (1) throw or immerse the bat...

DANGER To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as: v Never install telephone wiring during an electrical storm. v Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for w...

DANGER Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The design of the laser system and the optical storage drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing. Some drives contain an embedded Class 3A laser ...

DANGER Safety Notice for users in Australia Don’t connect phone line while using tablet mode. Save these instructions. xvi ThinkPad ® X41 Tablet Service and Troubleshooting Guide

Important notice for users Important regulatory notice for users Information about hard disk capacity The ThinkPad X41 Tablet computer complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. You are requested to install and use ...

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Finding information with the Access IBM button A c c e s s I B M The blue Access IBM button can help you in many situations when your computer is working normally, and even when it is not. At your desktop, press the Access IBM button to open ThinkVantage ™ Productivity Center. ThinkVantage Productiv...

and rewind the video clip. Note: If a bootable device is attached to the computer, and the boot priority of that device is higher than IDE HDD, the computer boots from that device. xx ThinkPad ® X41 Tablet Service and Troubleshooting Guide

Your ThinkPad at a glance Front view Power button Computer display System-status indicators Modem connector Ether net connector USB connector TrackPoint Access IBM button Secur ity keyhole Infrared por t SD Card slot Stereo headphone jack Microphone jack PC Card slot Finger pr int reader Your ThinkP...

Rear view Powered USB 2.0 connector Monitor connector Power jack Tablet Digitizer Pen Your ThinkPad at a glance Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer 3

Features Processor v Intel ® Pentium ® M processor Memory v PC2-4200 double data rate II (DDR2) synchronous dynamic random access memory (DRAM) Storage device v 1.8-inch hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology: v Size: 12.1 inch v Resolution: – LCD: 1024-by-768 – External monit...

Specifications Size v Width: 274 mm (10.8 in.) v Depth: – 246 mm (9.7 in.) with 4 Cell battery pack installed – 269 mm (10.6 in.) with 8 Cell battery pack installed v Height: 29 mm – 32 mm (1.14 in. – 1.26 in.) Environment v Maximum altitude without pressurization: 3048 m (10,000 ft) v Temperature –...

Caring for your ThinkPad computer Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Important tips: Be careful about where an...

Diagnosing problems If you have a problem with your computer, you can test it by using PC-Doctor for Windows. To run PC-Doctor for Windows, do as follows: 1. Click Start . 2. Move the pointer to All Programs and then to PC-Doctor for Windows . 3. Click PC-Doctor . 4. Choose one of the tests, from ei...

Message Solution Operating system not found. Verify the following: v The hard disk drive is correctly installed. v A startable diskette is in the diskette drive If you still see the same error message, check the boot sequence, using the BIOS Setup Utility. Fan error The cooling fan has failed. Have ...

Problem: A number appears when you type a letter. Solution The numeric lock function is on. To disable it, press and hold Shift; then press NumLk. Problem: All or some of the keys on the external numeric keypad do not work. Solution: Make sure that the external numeric keypad is correctly connected ...

5. Make sure ″ Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS,910GML Express Chipset Family ″ is shown in the adapter information window. 6. Click the Properties button. Check the ″ Device status ″ box and make sure the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshooter button. 7. Click the Monitor tab. 8. Mak...

Warranty Status enables you to see when your warranty expires, the terms of service for your computer, or a list of replacement parts. Help provides information about the various pages in the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Restart closes the Rescue and Recovery workspace, and resumes the startup seq...

If an error message appears while you are using the application program, refer to the manuals supplied with the application. On some models, the following application programs may not run correctly. Download the latest version from the Web site listed below: v ThinkPad 2.5 inch Hard Disk Drive Firmw...

5. Click Yes . The computer restarts, and BIOS Setup Utility screen appears. If you have set a supervisor password, the BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after you enter the password. You can start the utility by pressing Enter instead of entering the supervisor password; however, you cannot change th...

Replacing the battery 1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. Note: If you are using a PC Card or Secure Digital Card, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. If this happens, turn off the computer. 2. Cl...

The following items are not covered: v Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format FRU XXXXXXX v Identification of software problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an insta...

If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30 days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly appointed. All proceedings shall be conducted, includi...

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Appendix C. Customer replacement units (CRUs) Customer replaceable units (CRUs) For your ThinkPad computer, the following parts are designated Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts. Listed below are the CRUs and the documentation where removal/replacement instructions are located. Service and Troubl...

Appendix D. Notices Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or ser...

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Index A A startup problem 26 B battery Extended Life Battery 36 problems 25 replacing 35 BIOS Setup Utility 30 C carrying the computer 6 cleaning the computer 10 computer screen 24 configuration setup 30 Customer replaceable unit (CRU) 73 parts list 73 D diagnosing problems 12 E environment 6 error ...