Lenovo THINKPAD T40- User 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...

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 ac input or anywhere on the power adapter. Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where...

Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation. Battery abu...

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 ...

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Important notice for users Important regulatory notice for users Information about hard disk capacity The ThinkPad T40 Series 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 Access IBM 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 Access IBM. Access IBM is your on-board computer help center that brings you informativ...

Some of the topics in your help system contain brief video clips that show you how to perform certain tasks, such as replacing your battery, inserting a PC Card, or upgrading your memory. Use the controls shown to play, pause, and rewind the video clip. Note: If a bootable device is attached to the ...

Your ThinkPad at a glance Front view Rear view Your ThinkPad at a glance 2 ThinkPad ® T40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide

Features Processor v Intel ® Pentium ® M Processor Memory v Double data rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic random access memory (DRAM) Memory Speed Support: Your computer may not be able to operate at all memory speeds (MHz). A system designed for a slower memory speed may be able to utilize faster memo...

v 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors v Infrared port v RJ11 telephone connector v RJ45 Ethernet connector v Ultrabay ™ Slim v Docking connector v Integrated wireless LAN feature (on some models) v Integrated Bluetooth feature (on some models) Features 4 ThinkPad ® T40 Series Service and Trouble...

Specifications Size 14-inch model v Width: 311 mm (12.2 in.) v Depth: 255 mm (10.0 in.) v Height: 26.6 to 31.4 mm (1.0 to 1.2 in.) 15-inch model v Width: 330 mm (13.0 in.) v Depth: 266.7 mm (10.5 in.) v Height: 27.7 to 32.5 mm (1.09 to 1.28 in.) Environment v Maximum altitude without pressurization:...

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 (in Windows other than Windows XP, Programs ) and then to PC-Doctor for Windows . 3. Click...

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 ...

If the keyboard problem is resolved, carefully reconnect the external numeric keypad, external keyboard, or mouse, making sure that you have seated the connectors properly. If keys on the keyboard still do not work, have the computer serviced. Problem: A number appears when you type a letter. Soluti...

Solution: Make sure that the TrackPoint and the touch pad are set to Automatic in the ThinkPad Configuration Program. Then detach the mouse or the pointing device, and try using the TrackPoint and the touch pad. If the TrackPoint and the touch pad work, the error might be due to the mouse or the poi...

Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer’s display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen might exist all the time. Problem: A message, “Unable to create overlay window,” appears wh...

Starting BIOS Setup Utility Your computer provides a program, called BIOS Setup Utility, that enables you to select various setup parameters. v Config: Set the configuration of your computer. v Date/Time: Set the date and time. v Security: Set security features. v Startup: Set the startup device. v ...

3. Turn on your computer. Watch the display carefully. When the following message is displayed, press the blue Access IBM button to open the Access IBM Predesktop Area: ″ To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button. ″ 4. Double-click Recover to factory contents . 5. Follow the inst...

9. Close the computer display and place the computer with its bottom side up. Reinstall the screw. 10. Reinstall the battery. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing the battery 1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disco...

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...

be returned to you at Lenovo’s expense, unless your Service Provider specifies otherwise. You are responsible for the subsequent installation and verification of the Machine. 5. CRU and On-site Service This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 2 (see above). 6. CRU and Courie...

Country or Region Telephone Number Philippines 1800-1888-1426 (English) +63-2-995-8420 (Philipino) Poland +48-22-878-6999 Portugal +351-21-892-7147 (Portuguese) Romania +4-021-224-4015 Russian Federation +7-095-940-2000 (Russian) Singapore 1800-3172-888 (English, Bahasa, Melayu) Slovakia +421-2-4954...

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 B battery problems 27 replacing 40 BIOS Setup Utility 35 boot priority order list 31 built-in wireless networking card problem 33 C carrying the computer 6 CD playback problem 32 cleaning the computer 9 computer lock 31 computer screen 25 configuration setup 35 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) ...