IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200 Bedienungsanleitung

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Safety information APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1KLASS 1 LASER APPARATThe CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the require-ments of the D

Frequently asked questions See the Online User's Guide for information on installing device drivers. Youcan get the ThinkPad device drivers by us

Hints, tips and considerations Hints, tips and considerationsThis section provides hints, tips, and considerations. If you are using the Intel USB ca

Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guideThe PC-Doctor program is available on your computer to help youperform diagnostics tests on your computer.

Troubleshooting charts Troubleshooting chartsIf your computer has an error, it often displays a message or an errorcode, or a beep sounds when you po

Troubleshooting charts Error codes or messagesNote: In the charts, x can be any character.Problem Action006 (Equipment Config-uration Error)007 (Flopp

Troubleshooting charts Problem ActionThe setup passwordpromptIf the setup password prompt appears when you press F1 to access the BIOSUtility, a setup

Troubleshooting charts No error codes or messagesProblem ActionThe screen is blank andyou don't hear anybeeps.Note: If you are notsure whetheryo

Troubleshooting charts Input problemsProblem ActionThe cursor does notmove after the computerawakens from one ofthe power managementmodes.Make sure y

Troubleshooting charts Problem ActionThe scrolling or Magni-fying Glass functiondoes not work.See the General tab page in "Mouse Properties"

Troubleshooting charts Standby or hibernation problemsProblem ActionThe computer entersstandby mode automat-ically.The computer enters standby mode au

ContentsThank you for choosing an IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiFunction

Troubleshooting charts Problem ActionWhen creating ahibernation file, SleepManager gives off a"Not Enough Space forAllocation" message.Sleep

Troubleshooting charts LCD problemsProblem ActionThe screen is unread-able or distorted.Make sure that the ThinkPad display driver is installed corre

Troubleshooting charts Indicator problemsProblem ActionThe battery status indi-cator does not go oneven though a batterypack is installed in thecompu

Troubleshooting charts CD-ROM ProblemsProblem ActionThe CD-ROM does notwork.Make sure that: The computer power is turned on and a compact disc is in

Troubleshooting charts Audio ProblemsProblem ActionGeneral problems. Problems may be due to such factors as: The audio volume control is not adjuste

Troubleshooting charts Modem problemsProblem ActionYour modem applicationdoes not work with theThinkPad modem.Make sure that the internal modem port

Troubleshooting charts PC Card problemsProblem ActionThe PC Card shows"Ready", but it does notwork correctly.Make sure that: The system res

Troubleshooting charts Printer problemsProblem ActionThe printer does notwork.Make sure that: The parallel port is enabled.1. Save your work and qui

Troubleshooting charts External monitor problemsProblem ActionThe external monitor isblank.Do the following:1. Connect the external monitor to another

Troubleshooting charts Problem ActionThe screen is unread-able or distorted.Make sure that: The ThinkPad display driver is installed correctly.1. Cli

Enabling the scrolling feature ... 49Enabling the magnifying glass ... 50Changing TrackPoint button assignments ...

Troubleshooting charts Other option problemsProblem ActionAn IBM option that youjust installed does notwork.Make sure that: The option is designed fo

Troubleshooting charts Software problemsProblem ActionAn application does notrun correctly.Check the following to make sure that the problem is not b

Troubleshooting charts Other problemsProblem ActionThe computer locks ordoes not accept anyinput. Push and hold the power switch for about five seco

Recovering lost or damaged software Recovering lost or damaged softwareThis section describes how to recover lost or damaged software. Thefollowing ta

Recovering lost or damaged software Your Software Selections CD contains telephone numbers for somesoftware vendors. These vendors can help you with q

Recovering lost or damaged software restores your operating system and hard disk to its factory-shippedconfiguration.The Recovery CD consists of the o

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Getting service Preparations If you need further assistance, you can call your IBM reseller orIBM marketing representative.You will need to know th

Information on your computer Information on your computer Option listØ DIMM _____MB _____MBØ PC Cards ___________________ ___________________Ø ___

Information on your computer Problem recording sheet  Computer information: Machine type:__________ Serial number:__________Date of purchase:_

Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103External monitor problems ... 104Other option problems ...

Customer service and support Customer service and supportPurchasing an IBM PC hardware product entitles you to receivesupport and services during the

Customer service and support week. Follow the recorded instructions, and the information that yourequest will be sent to your fax machine.To access th

Customer service and support These lines are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Theanswering technical-support representative can also fax or ma

Purchasing additional services Purchasing additional servicesDuring and after the limited warranty period, you can purchase addi-tional services, such

Purchasing additional services Ordering support line servicesThe Enhanced PC Support Line, Client Support Line, and Networkand Server Support Line ser

Purchasing additional services  In Canada, for more information on warranty extensions: call1-800-465-7999. In other countries, contact your IBM res

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Appendix A. Features and specificationsThis appendix describes the features and specifications for the com-puter. Copyright IBM Corporation 1999 123

Features FeaturesProcessorIntel Mobile Celeron processor with on-die external cacheMemoryBase: 32MB or 64MBOption: 32/64/128MB DIMMTotal: Max. 192

Features To get the best performance from your diskette drive, use high-quality diskettes (such as IBM diskettes) that meet or exceed the fol-lowing s

Notice to European Users of the IBM ThinkPad Modem ... 142Warning notice to New Zealand users of the IBM ThinkPadmodem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specifications SpecificationsSizeWidth: 310 mm (12.20 in.)Depth: 250 mm (9.84 in.)Height: 35 mm (1.38 in.)EnvironmentTemperature (at altitudes less t

IBM power cords IBM power cordsTo use the AC Adapter outside the country where you purchasedyour computer, you need an ac power cord that is certified

IBM power cords For 3–pin power cords:Note: The grounded adapter is required for full MPRII compliance. Ifa 3–pin power cord came with your computer,

Appendix B. Product warranties and noticesStatement of Limited WarrantyThe warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited War-ranty apply on

During the warranty period IBM or your reseller, if approved by IBMto provide warranty service, will provide repair and exchange servicefor the Machi

Unless IBM specifies otherwise, IBM provides non-lBM machinesWITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.Any technical or other support provided for a Machine und

Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agreeto remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachmentsnot under warra

Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM's partor other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. Ineach such i

Notices NoticesReferences in this publication to IBM products, programs, or servicesdo not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all coun

Notices 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

Getting familiar with your computerThis chapter provides basic information about your computer.Identifying the hardware features ...

Notices reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore

Notices Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications duCanadaCet équipement ne depase pas les limites de Classe B d'émissionde b

Notices 3. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you mayconnect to your telephone line and still have those devices ringwhen your num

Notices clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmittedpage or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it issen

Notices ment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company causeto request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their

Notices Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées parun centre d'entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le fournisseur.La co

Notices ItalyLatin AmericaNetherlandsNew ZealandNorwayPortugal (tone only, no pulse dialing)SingaporeSwedenSwitzerlandUKUSNotice to European Users of

Notices 2. the application using the modem is compatible with the appli-cation at the other end of the call - e.g. accessing theInternet requires suit

Notices Note that where DTMF dialling is used, the numbers should beentered normally.NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THEABOVE CAUSES MAY INC

IndexNumerics1394 connector, location 4Aattaching 69audio CDnext track 13play/pause 13previous track 13stop/eject 13audio problems 100Bbattery li

Identifying the hardware featuresFront view of the computer11213141513345111026789(1) The LCD latches release the LCD when pressed and allow it tobe

external-input-device connectorlocation 4Ffacsimile assistance 116FAQ 82features 124FireWire connector, location 4Fn keylocation 3Fn key function

Oonline support services 116online user's guide 37optionshard disk drive, upgrade 56memory, increase 52Pparallel portlocation 4passwordchanging

TrackPoint (continued)disabling 61location 2magnifying glass 50press-to-select 47scrolling 49sensitivity 46tips on using 10using 9TrackPoint, s

Identifying the hardware features (12) The Internet Scroll Bar works with the TrackPoint (10) and func-tions as a scroll controlling device to easily

Identifying the hardware features Rear view of the computer145678910111223131415181716(1) The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock.(2) The

Identifying the hardware features (10) The line-in jack, a ⅛inch (3.5mm) diameter jack, is whereyou connect an external audio device.(11) The micropho

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under“Safety information” on page vii, and “

Identifying the hardware features Bottom view of the computer123(1) The battery pack is a built-in power source for the computer.(2) The battery-pack

System status indicators System status indicatorsThe system-status indicators on the computer show the currentstatus of your computer by their on or o

System status indicators Symbol Color Meaning(1) Battery status Green Enough battery power remains for operation.Blinking orange The battery pack need

Distinctive functions of your computer Distinctive functions of your computerYour computer has unique keyboard functions and utility programsfor easy

Distinctive functions of your computer Left click buttonRight click buttonInternet Scroll BarStickIf you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint, t

Distinctive functions of your computer CursorStickRight click buttonInternet Scroll BarLeft click button2. Press the click buttons with your left or r

Distinctive functions of your computer Fn keyThe Fn key function allows you to change operational featuresinstantly. When you use the following funct

Distinctive functions of your computer The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined withkeys:Feature andIcon Key Combination MeaningA

Distinctive functions of your computer Feature andIcon Key Combination MeaningPower Manage-ment PropertiesFn+F2 If you press this key combination, the

Distinctive functions of your computer Numeric keypadThe keyboard has some keys that, when enabled, work as if theywere on a 10-key numeric keypad. (

Thank you for choosing an IBM ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300computer We at IBM have developed this ThinkPad computer to meet both your technical require

Distinctive functions of your computer CD-ROM driveThe ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 computer comes with a built-inCD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive allow

Distinctive functions of your computer 2. Push the CD-ROM eject button on the side of the computer; thenpull out the CD-ROM tray.3. Lift the CD by its

Distinctive functions of your computer  Sleep Manager program Easy Launch buttons Customization UtilityThis section summarizes these utility program

Distinctive functions of your computer BIOS UtilitySystem InformationBasic System SettingsStartup ConfigurationOnboard Devices ConfigurationSystem Sec

Distinctive functions of your computer System Information Page 1/1Esc = ExitCPU Type & Speed ----------------------Diskette Drive A --------------

Distinctive functions of your computer Basic System Settings: Selecting the Basic System Settingsitem and pressing Enter displays the following "

Distinctive functions of your computer Startup Configuration Page 1/1Boot Display ----------------------------------------------------Screen Expansion

Distinctive functions of your computer Choosing a temporary boot device: You canchoose a temporary boot device when you start up your computer.Do as

Distinctive functions of your computer Onboard Devices Configuration Page 1/1Parallel Port -----------------------------------------------------Base A

Distinctive functions of your computer System Security:Selecting the System Security item andpressing Enter displays the following "System Securi

Functional highlightsSlim and compact design with core technology The slim andcompact design of the ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300brings ease-of-use an

Distinctive functions of your computer Notebook ManagerThe Notebook Manager allows you to set passwords, the startupsequence of drives and power mana

Distinctive functions of your computer Note: The values and settings in the window above may differ fromthe ones on your computer.Click the Help butto

Distinctive functions of your computer The POST page displays the following items:Enable Fast Boot enables or disables the Fast Boot feature onyour c

Distinctive functions of your computer drives in the list window. Click the Help button to learn more aboutthese startup sequence settings.Password:In

Distinctive functions of your computer Display Device:In the Display Device page, you can set optionsrelated to your display and attached external dis

Distinctive functions of your computer Parallel Port:In the Parallel Port page, you can specify the set-tings for your computer's parallel port.T

Distinctive functions of your computer computer into your hard disk drive. The next time you power on yourcomputer, it resumes from where you left off

Distinctive functions of your computer Note: The computer automatically loads Sleep Manager everytimeyou start Windows 98. When Sleep Manager is activ

Distinctive functions of your computer This window shows the current assignments of the Easy Launchbuttons and includes instructions on how to use the

Distinctive functions of your computer Note: This feature is available for Easy Launch buttons, Fn+F1,Fn+F2, and audio CD playback buttons. Sound. Wh

Functional highlights TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls Your computer has anenhanced TrackPoint function that enables you to makeselections merely by

Distinctive functions of your computer If you mark Launch an Application, the following windowappears:4. Select a Web site or an application you want

Distinctive functions of your computer The main window of Easy Launch buttons Customization Utilityreopens.5. Click Finish to complete the customizati

Reinstalling software Reinstalling softwareTo back up your system or reinstall the operating system, yourThinkPad computer has the following features

Replacing the battery pack Replacing the battery packTo replace the battery pack, do as follows:1. Power off your computer.2. Disconnect the AC Adapte

Handling your ThinkPad computer Handling your ThinkPad computerLaptop computers are precision machines that require a bit of carefulhandling. Though t

Handling your ThinkPad computer  Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.The compression might cause internal damage. Do not d

Handling your ThinkPad computer line other than PSTN can damage your modem. If you are notsure which kind of phone line you are using, contact your te

Handling your ThinkPad computer that all chemicals in the battery are fully activated by cycling thebattery (fully charge, then fully discharge) three

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Extending the features of your computerThis chapter provides information on how to customize and extendthe ThinkPad computer's features. You can

About this book About this bookThis book contains information that will help you operate the IBMThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 computer. Be sure to read

Customizing the TrackPointYou can customize the TrackPoint by doing the following: 1. Click Start.2. Move the cursor to Settings, then click on Cont

Customizing the TrackPoint You can change the way the TrackPoint cursor pointing deviceresponds to your touch. You might prefer to use a light touch,

Customizing the TrackPoint stick, then move the cursor to select text or items in a window. Youcan also set how the Press-to-Select feature functions.

Customizing the TrackPoint you might notice unintended clicks, a cursor delay, ora dragging delay. If you set the pace too fast, youmight find Press-t

Customizing the TrackPoint  Use External Mouse: This option sets an externally attachedmouse to scroll, or move the magnifying glass, horizontally or

Customizing the TrackPoint Note: When you click a button, the descriptions of the mouse buttonfunctions change to show the functions that you haveassi

Customizing the TrackPoint Increasing memoryIncreasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programsrun faster. You can increase the amount of

Increasing memory 4. Install the DIMM into the memory slot.Note: To avoid damaging the DIMM, do not touch its contactedge.a. Find the notch on the sid

Increasing memory a. While the ThinkPad logo is being displayed, wait for theBIOS Utility prompt before pressing F1.b. Select Startup Configuration an

Increasing memory 1. Power off the computer an disconnect the AC Adapter and allcables from the computer.2. Close the LCD, turn the computer over, and

Safety information Safety informationElectrical safety noticeDANGERElectrical current from power, telephone, and communi-cation cables is hazardous.

Upgrading the hard disk drive Upgrading the hard disk driveYou can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacingthe original, built-in h

Upgrading the hard disk drive 5. Pull the strap of the hard disk drive to remove the drive (3).6. To install the new hard disk drive, do the following

Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboardThis section explains how to attach an external mouse,

Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and mouse atthe same time, first connect the keypa

Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard Attaching an external keyboard and mouseYou can connect an external keyboard to your computer eitherdi

Attaching an external mouse, keypad or keyboard Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver KeyboardWhen using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard, do not in

Attaching an external monitor Attaching an external monitorThis section provides information about using the computer LCD andan external monitor. It a

Attaching an external monitor Notes:1. If you select Both, do not attach an external monitor that sup-ports only VGA mode (640x480 resolution). Otherw

Attaching an external monitor If no external monitor is attached to the computer and the displayoutput location is set to External Display, the output

Attaching an external monitor 2. Move the cursor to Settings; then click Control Panel. 3. Double-click Display.4. Click the LynxEM tab.5. Click the

Safety information DANGERDo not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit therechargeable battery pack. Do not put it in trash that isdisposed of in l

Attaching an external monitor Notes:1. The resolution and color depth you can set depends on yourexternal monitor.2. If you are using an old external

Attaching an external monitor 4. Double-click Display.5. Click the Settings tab.6. Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the CRT).7.

Attaching an external monitor  You cannot use the Fn+F7 (display switching) function when youare in dual display mode.68 ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300

Attaching a printer Attaching a printerAny parallel printer with the standard Centronics** interface can beattached to the 25–pin, parallel connector

Inserting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardThis section describes how to prepare to use a PC Card.Your computer has one PC Card slot and supports the foll

Inserting a PC Card PC Card slot3. Press the PC Card firmly into the connector.A window appears and informs you about the new card.Note: If you have n

Inserting a PC Card Eject buttonFor more information on using a PC Card, see the Online User'sGuide.72 ThinkPad i Series 1200/1300 User's Re

Protecting your computerThis chapter provides information about how to protect your com-puter from theft or unauthorized use.Using passwords . . . .

Using passwordsThe password-setting feature helps to prevent your computer frombeing used by others. Once you set a password, a prompt appearson the

Using passwords disk without knowing the password. It provides the followingfeatures:– You need to type the hard disk password at startup.– If the har

Safety information DANGERThere is a danger of an explosion if the battery is incor-rectly replaced.The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6502 UL-recognizedc

Using passwords Press F1. 3.The BIOS Utility menu appears.4. Select System Security and press Enter. The "System Security"submenu appears:Sy

Using passwords 9). Uppercase and lowercase letters (for example, A anda) are treated as the same character.If you type a wrong character, use the Bac

Using passwords Once you set a setup password, the setup password prompt ( ) appears at the top left corner of the screen when youpress F1 to enter th

Using passwords  If the setup password is set, the setup password promptappears. Enter the setup password correctly and pressEnter.3. Select System S

Using locks Using locksYou can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help toprevent it from being removed without your permission.Attach a me

Solving computer problemsFrequently asked questions ... 82Hints, tips and considerations ... 87Troubleshooting g

Frequently asked questionsThis section addresses frequently asked questions. Go to the pageindicated in the following chart and do the specified acti

Frequently asked questions My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. How do I stop this?You can change the power management timers with the P

Frequently asked questions You can set any resolution for either the ThinkPad LCD or the externalmonitor. When you use both at the same time, the reso

Frequently asked questions If the external monitor you connected does not work properly, then the com-puter has not recognized the Plug and Play monit