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IBM THINKPAD 600e User's Manual

1. Note O1 The Power On button sets the startup sequence when the mg power switch is set to ON Dm The Network button sets the startup sequence when Wake on Cc LAN is started Wake on LAN is typically used by LAN administrators in corporate networks to access your computer remotely This function can be used only with a docking station option 2 Click on Power On or Network 3 Move the cursor to the Reset icon and click on it 4 Select the first device you want for the startup sequence then click on it You can set up to four devices 5 Click on OK or press Enter to save the changes Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 21 Functions of Your Computer 22 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference The Power On submenu HDD 1 en HDD 4 E i Network FDD 2 RIOD PCMCIA CDROM Q cancel The FDD 1 icon is the diskette drive in the UltraslimBay If you don t have a diskette drive in the UltraslimBay but you have one in the docking station that diskette drive becomes FDD 1 If you have an additional diskette drive that drive becomes FDD 2 The following table shows the diskette drives that correspond to FDD 1 or FDD 2 Table 1 Supported Combinations for Diskette Drives Case Diskette Drive in Diskette Drive in External the UltraslimBay the Docking Diskette D
2. 7 Press Enter again 8 Click on Exit then click on Restart Your computer restarts The power on password has been removed 104 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using the Personalization Editor Using the Personalization Editor With the Personalization Editor you can display such personal information as your name and address on the screen each time you power on your computer This feature helps you to identify your computer when identical computers are being used in your location or to deter theft Entering Your Personal Data A personalized password prompt window consists of two parts the personal data area 1 andthe background bitmap area 2 John Smith IBM Corporation 123 456 789 1234 56 Big Road New York If you find this computer please contact the above address Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 105 Using the Personalization Editor To register your name address and company on the Personalization Editor do the following 3 For this information to be displayed the power on password NOTE must already be set 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 page 30 3 Insert the backup copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS Personalization into the diskette drive 4 Open the Personalization Editor a Click on Start b
3. 16 Easy Setup 16 ThinkPad Configuration Program 25 Online User s Guide 29 Backing Up Your System 30 Recovering Lost or Damaged Software 30 Using the ThinkPad Customization CD 30 Using the Recovery CD 31 Using the Diskette Factory 34 ConfigSafe 35 ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board 35 Replacing the Battery Pack 36 Getting Service 38 Help at the ThinkPad Web Site 38 Help by Telephone 39 Recording Sheet 40 Copyright IBM Corp 1998 1 Identifying the Hardware Features Identifying the Hardware Features Front View IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 2 The color LCD screen displays computer output The brightness control adjusts the brightness of the display The built in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio The PC Card eject buttons eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot The PC Card slots accept PC Cards The infrared port allows the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data transfer capability The headphone jack a inch 3 5 mm diameter jack is where you connect a stereo head
4. To determine your computer s serial number gt page 4 40 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 Windows 98 Version Windows 3 1 Version Windows 95 Version OS 2 Version Windows NT Version DOS Version Application programs running at the time of the problem Problem symptom Describe the problem specifically Can the problem be reproduced Yes No If yes describe how it can be reproduced Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 41 Getting Service 42 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Chapte Extending Copyright IBM Corp 1998 eatures of Your Computer This chapter provides information about how to customize and extend the ThinkPad features You can use your computer with external devices and increase its memory Customizing the TrackPoint 44 Increasing Memory 49 Installing the DIMM 50 Removing the DIMM 54 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 55 Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally 58 Enabling Warm Attachment of an External Diskette Drive 59 Removing the Diskette Drive from the Enclosure
5. Standby mode En F3 The computer enters standby mode For more information 7 X t about this mode Basic in the Online User s Guide Suspend mode En Pa The computer enters suspend mode For more information Y Q about this mode gt Basic in the Online User s Guide Hibernation mode En F12 The computer enters hibernation mode For more ee a ais information about this mode Basic in the Online User s Guide Other Functions Switching between the LCD and the external monitor Computer output is displayed in the following order when an external monitor CRT is attached gt CRT LCD Display CRT Display LCDA Note Ifa television is the secondary display in the dual display function switching with these keys is not supported 12 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Functions of Your Computer Feature and icon Key Combination Meaning Screen En F8 The LCD screen image size switches between expanded and expansion normal mode if the size of your LCD image is smaller than that of the physical LCD Volume up ae The volume increases nay PoU Fn gup Volume down qT PgDn Fn 7 g The volume decreases Mute K Fn BackSpace Sound turns off Note This function will not be disabled when you power off the computer and power it on a
6. Nominal voltage 10 8 V dc Capacity 3 2 AH Appendix A Features and Specifications 159 IBM Power Cords IBM Power Cords N The use of an improper power cord might cause severe damage to your computer The grounded adapter is required for full MPRII compliance If a 3 pin power cord came with your computer Safety Information on page xii To use the AC Adapter outside the country where you purchased your computer you need an ac power cord that is certified for the country you are visiting You can purchase one through an IBM authorized reseller or IBM marketing representative in that country For 2 pin power cords IBM Power Cord Part Number Used in These Countries 13H5264 Bahamas Barbados Bermuda Bolivia Canada Cayman Islands Colombia Costa Rica Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Guatemala Guyana Haiti Honduras Jamaica Korea South Mexico Netherlands Antilles Nicaragua Panama Peru Philippines Saudi Arabia Suriname Taiwan Thailand Trinidad West Indies United States of America Venezuela 13H5267 Abu Dhabi Albania Antigua Bahrain Brunei Dubai Fiji India Ireland Kenya Kuwait Macao Malaysia Nigeria Oman People s Republic of China including Hong Kong Qatar Singapore United Kingdom 13H5270 Austria Bosnia Herzogovina Belgium Bulgaria Chile Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Finland France Germany Greece Hungary I
7. To receive incoming faxes or mail you must set the modem settings in the fax application to one of the following Hardware FIFO enabled Hardware Flow Control on UART 16550A modem In OS 2 FaxWorks for example select Utilities Settings Modem Type and Use HW FIFO 16550A If you do not set your modem to one of these settings you will not be able to receive an incoming fax or an incoming call in suspend mode If you do not have the PC Card device driver for OS 2 but you have one for DOS your PC Card might run in the VDM virtual DOS machine environment Refer to the Online User s Guide for setting the VDM and the sample configuration files on the PC Card Installation Diskette for OS 2 Windows 95 Windows 98 If the PC Card Installation Diskette did not come with the computer create it using the Diskette Factory program Hints and Limitations 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 the DOS prompt To start the program do the following 1 Click on Start then click on the DOS Prompt icon The DOS prompt window appears 2 Type PS2 at the DOS prompt The ThinkPad Configuration online help window appears C gt PS2 C Copyright IBM Corp 1993 1998 All rig
8. 76H3524 Fiji Hong Kong India Ireland Kenya Kuwait Malaysia Nigeria Oman Qatar Singapore United Kingdom 76H3528 Liechtenstein Switzerland 76H3530 Chile Ethiopia Italy Libya 76H3532 Israel 76H3535 Korea Appendix A Features and Specifications 161 IBM Power Cords 162 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Product Warranty Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices International Business Machines Corporation Armonk New York 10504 Statement of Limited Warranty The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you originally purchase for your use and not for resale from IBM or an IBM authorized reseller The term Machine means an IBM machine its features conversions upgrades elements or accessories or any combination of them Machines are subject to these terms only if purchased in the United States or Puerto Rico or Canada and located in the country of purchase If you have any questions contact IBM or your reseller Machine IBM ThinkPad 600E and the Battery Pack Warranty Period Three Years One Year on Battery Elements and accessories are warranted for three months Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information Production Status Each Machine is manufactured from new parts or new and serviceable used parts which perform like new parts In some cases the Machine may not be new and may have been previously installed
9. Index Copyright IBM Corp 1998 A audio problems 142 auto disable TrackPoint 65 backing up 30 creating diskettes 34 battery problems 137 replacing 36 status checking 12 boot optimizing 18 sequence setting 20 built in devices setting up 25 C calculating memory size 53 CD ROM drive changing properties 114 problem 138 changing volume 13 changing your password 98 cold docking 81 color changing screen 17 COM port setting 116 ConfigSafe 35 configuration program 25 setup 17 CRT See external monitor cursor See TrackPoint cursor drift 9 customizing customizing continued built in device 25 system 30 D date setting 19 DIMM installing 50 removing 54 disabling numeric keypad on keyboard 14 TrackPoint 65 warm attachment 59 diskette drive 58 enclosure using 58 removing 60 warm attachment of enabling 59 Diskette Factory using 34 display See also external monitor See also LCD output location changing 67 switching between LCD and external monitor 12 docking station cold docking 81 docking or undocking 80 enabling the IDE device 85 hot undocking 83 problems 146 resource conflict 84 warm undocking 83 drivers Diskette Factory 34 Web site getting from 35 DVD problems 139 173 E Easy Setup 16 password 94 testing 155 EDO DRAM 49 enabling numeric keypad on keyboard 14 TrackPoint 65 warm attachment 59 enclosure using 60 enhanced video problem 142 error c
10. 60 Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard 61 Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad 61 Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse 63 Disabling the TrackPoint 65 Attaching an External Monitor 66 Attaching a Television to Your Computer 70 Using a Dual Display Function 72 Disabling the Dual Display 73 Considerations 75 Installing a PC Card 77 Removing the PC Card 79 Using a Docking Station 80 Docking with Your Computer Powered Off Cold Docking 81 Undocking When Your Computer Is Powered On or in Suspend Mode Hot or Warm Undocking 83 Presetting a Device to Avoid a Resource Conflict 84 Enabling the IDE Drive on the Docking Station 85 Replacing an UltraslimBay Device 89 Warm Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay 90 43 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 MEM 3 Click on TrackPoint Properties The TrackPoint Properties window appears You can set the following features in this window Press to Select Sensitivity Scrolling or Magnifying Glass Setting Press to Select Ung Taani Paaa 9 eg S
11. Appendix A If these items are correct have the computer serviced Error 19 appears and the computer immediately powers off The battery power is getting low Connect the AC Adapter to the computer or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one The LCD is blank after resuming Check if an external monitor was disconnected while the computer was in suspend mode Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in suspend mode or hibernation mode If no external monitor is attached when the computer resumes the LCD remains blank and output is not displayed This restriction does not depend on the resolution value Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 133 Troubleshooting Guide Problem The computer does not return from suspend mode or the suspend indicator stays on and the computer does not work Cause and Action The computer automatically enters suspend or hibernation mode when the battery power is empty Do one of the following Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one and then press Fn Connect the AC Adapter to the computer then press Fn Your computer does not enter suspend or hibernation mode Check if the any option has been selected to disable your computer from entering suspend or hibernation mode For more information gt D Basic in the Online User s Guide The computer does not enter suspend mode as set by the timer under Windows 98
12. Problems might be due to such other factors as Incompatibility between the ThinkPad Modem feature and other adapter cards in the docking station To isolate this problem to a card or device remove the adapter cards in the docking station one by one and run the Easy Setup Test submenu The telephone cable configuration is not correct for your application The telephone cable is defective The telephone is defective The audio cable configuration is not correct for your application The audio cable is defective The audio equipment is defective 142 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference A Universal Troubleshooting Guide Serial Bus USB Problem Problem Cause and Action A device connected to the USB connector does not work 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 and that the computer resource assignment and device driver installation are correct Note To open the Device Manager window click on Start and move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel Double click on Control Panel and System Then click on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties window Refer to Testing Your Computer on page 155 and run the Easy Setup Test submenu for diagnostic test of the USB connector PC Card or Built in Modem Problems Problem
13. Solving Computer Problems 141 Troubleshooting Guide An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem Problem Cause and Action The Enhanced Video function or the MPEG function 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 the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration Click on Video Capture TV out 4 Make sure that at least one IRQ is assigned for the PCI devices oo If you find a conflict with other devices change the IRQ value See Resolving System Resource Conflicts in the Online User s Guide The MPEG playback and the video capture functions use the same hardware resources Only one of the two functions can be used at the same time Likewise two MPEG functions cannot be used at the same time Audio or Telephony Problems Problem Cause and Action The volume of the WaveTable MidiSynth device cannot be controlled Use the Serial in control in the volume control panel to control the volume The voice quality over the Voice Over Data communication is poor Due to limitations of the ThinkPad modem the voice quality that is transmitted and received over the Voice Over Data communication is not as good as with a normal telephone line There may be momentary voice discontinuities delays or distortions Other problems
14. Using your computer outside your country Using audio and modem features Using your computer with a PC Card Using your computer with a battery pack Protecting your computer Frequently asked questions Advanced Resolving system resource conflicts Installing software Using system management Using PS2 commands Information Getting service Handling tips Glossary To start the Online User s Guide click on Start move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad 600 then click on ThinkPad 600 User s Guide The Online User s Guide appears Go to the section you want and make a printout if necessary FA You can start the Online User s Guide from the ThinkPad NOTE Customization CD as follows 1 From the ThinkPad Customization Center main menu click on Online Library 2 Click on Click here to launch the Online User s Guide You can also access the Online User s Guide from the IBM Web site Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 29 Backing Up Your System Backing Up Your System 30 To back up your system or reinstall the operating system your ThinkPad computer has the following features The ThinkPad Customization CD The Recovery CD The Diskette Factory program ConfigSafe The ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board Recovering Lost or Damaged Software Check the following ThinkPad Web site for the latest information When updates become available they will b
15. continue the procedure as follows 7 Click on the Advanced button 8 Select the NeoMagic tab 9 Remove the check mark from the Set Dual Display check box by clicking on it 10 Click on OK The System settings change window appears to prompt you to restart the application 11 Click on Yes to restart the computer 74 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Af 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 your secondary display You cannot set the dual display if you specify the primary display the LCD to a 1024x768 resolution and 16M colors for color depth The followings are the settings that you are not supported Primary Secondary LCD vo CRT or TV 1280x1024 256 1024x768 64K 1024x768 64K 1024x768 64K 800x600 16M 1024x768 64K The following table shows the display mode when you use the television Resolution Color Display Mode for Television Depth 640x480 256 64K The whole image is shown on the screen 800x600 256 64K The whole image is shown on the screen 1024x768 256 64K The image is shown as a virtual screen On the LCD the whole image is shown on the screen 1280x1024 256 The image is shown as a
16. do the following 1 Power on the computer The password prompt appears after the error code 2 Type the supervisor password not the power on password An error window appears 3 Click on OK or press Enter 4 Set the time and date in the next window then press Enter The system restarts Note If the power on password is rejected reset the power on password using Easy Setup The power on password prompt ai A power on password or supervisor password is set Type the correct password and press Enter to use the computer see page 96 If the power on password is not accepted a supervisor password might have been set Type the supervisor password and press Enter If you still have a problem have the computer serviced The hard disk password prompt all The Test submenu a amp hard disk password is set Type the correct password and press Enter to use the computer see page 96 If you still have a problem have the computer serviced Select the Start icon and follow the instructions to test your system If you cannot complete the test have the computer serviced If the test does not find the problem but the problem persists see if you can find your problem in the troubleshooting charts If the test ends in an error note the error code and have the computer serviced Chapter 4 Solving Computer Pro
17. improvements or changes in the products or the programs described in this publication at any time Requests for technical information about IBM products should be made to your IBM Authorized Dealer or your IBM Marketing Representative Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1998 All rights reserved Note to U S Government Users Documentation related to restricted rights Use duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp Thank You for Selecting an IBM ThinkPad 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 Registration in the Setup Guide SU UO a ae eo Functional Highlights iv Compact design with core technology The slim lightweight and portable design of the ThinkPad 600E makes traveling with your computer much easier Your computer is available wherever and whenever you need it High speed processor The Intel high speed processor enables high speed data processing and provides advanced performance Large capacity hard disk drive The large capacity hard disk drive can respond to a wide variety of your business demands Large color LCD The large TFT thin film transistor display provides clear and brilliant text and
18. monitor See external monitor mouse See TrackPoint MPEG problem 142 muting sound 13 N network administration enabling 24 numeric keypad setting keyboard 14 O Online User s Guide using 29 operating system reinstalling 30 options docking station 80 input devices attaching 61 PC Card installing 77 port replicator 80 problems 151 P password 94 changing 98 character setting 97 displaying prompt 95 entering 95 removing 98 password continued setting 96 supervisor authority 103 PC Card installing 77 modem using setting for OS 2 116 problems 144 removing 79 restrictions 23 119 stopping 79 119 supported 77 types 77 Personalization Editor deleting 108 setting 105 pointer See TrackPoint port replicator problems 146 power cord part number 160 power on password 94 changing 98 removing 98 setting 96 press to select TrackPoint 44 force adjustmemt 46 printer problem 148 problems troubleshooting guide 122 processor speed changing 12 protecting data 35 R Recovery CD using 31 remote operation enabling 24 removing memory 54 password 98 PC Card 79 resolutions 68 resource conflict 84 restoring system files 35 restrictions external monitor disconnecting 68 external mouse with TrackPoint 65 hibernation mode with PC Card 36 Index 175 restrictions continued PC Card 23 119 suspend mode with PC Card 77 TrackPoint with external mouse 48 65 S safety informat
19. then remove the DVD ROM drive 2 3 Insert the diskette drive As Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 89 Replacing an UltraslimBay Device Warm Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay Warm swap means to remove or reconnect a device when the computer is in suspend mode Warm swap is enabled as a default for your computer To check whether warm swap is enabled do as follows 7 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program gt ThinkPad Configuration Program on page 25 2 Click on UltraBay 2 3 Make sure that there is a check mark in the Enable IDE device Hot Warm Swap check box If there is no check mark put a check mark in the box and restart your computer to make the change effective To warm swap a device in the UltraslimBay enter the computer into suspend mode the swap the device N Make sure that the bay LED is off when you remove the UltraslimBay device Bottom view 90 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Replacing an UltraslimBay Device If you install a secondary hard disk drive into the UltraslimBay you cannot warm swap it Power off your computer then swap the device The diskette drive is not supported as a warm swappable device between the UltraslimBay and the external diskette drive connector To remove the diskette drive from the UltraslimBay and attach it to the external diskette drive connector or vice versa you need to first power off the compu
20. 62 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse Mouse External Keyboard If you want to attach an external keyboard to your computer do the one of the following Use the optional keyboard mouse cable Use an optional port replicator The external keyboard will not work if it is connected directly to the computer s external input device connector See the Options by IBM Catalog supplied with your computer for details about the options When the external keyboard is attached the following keys are not available Numeric keypad on the computer keyboard External numeric keypad Instead use the numeric keypad on the external keyboard Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 63 Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard To attach the external keyboard power off the computer attach the keyboard 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 the keyboard mouse cable P Using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard If you are using the IBM ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard do not install the device driver supplied with the keyboard The device driver on the computer s utility diskette automatically enables or disables the TrackPoint when the power to the computer is turned on 64 IBM Think
21. Extending the Features of Your Computer 45 Customizing the TrackPoint 46 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Setting Sensitivity This function adjusts the force required for both cursor movement and Press to Select Slide toward Firm Touch to increase the force needed to move the cursor and to activate Press to Select Slide toward Light Touch to decrease the force needed to move the cursor and to activate Press to Select Customizing the TrackPoint Setting Scrolling or Magnifying Glass Lung trek Pont FromtzSalect Serbes Seraing hore irrig p Blagg Gi arr Funct te cooling FP Magny Gin D bi imrar amda Weet Eq E Pym Carded ation tan are leech or C Les Essia tina M vs Teach CE J tes a By clicking on the Scrolling tab you can set the scrolling properties of your TrackPoint Choose Scrolling or the Magnifying Glass Function Select one of the following radio buttons Scrolling This function enables you to navigate easily through long documents or large spreadsheets with the press of a button To scroll press the center click button and then use the TrackPoint instead of the scroll bars in any program Magnifying Glass This function enables you to enlarge a movable area of your display You can click on objects through the magnifying glass The right click button changes the size of the magnifying glass and the left click button changes its magnifying power You can press the c
22. If your IBM computer is on when the century changes you should turn it off and then back on again once or restart the operating system to ensure that the internal clock resets itself for the new century This IBM PC product cannot prevent errors that might occur if software you use or exchange data with is not ready for the Year 2000 IBM software that comes with this product is Year 2000 Ready However software from other companies might come with this IBM PC product IBM cannot take responsibility for the readiness of that software You should contact the software Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 165 Notices Trademarks developers directly if you wish to verify readiness understand limitations or look for any software updates To learn more about IBM PC products and the Year 2000 visit our Web site at http Avww pc ibm com year2000 The information and tools there can help you with your Year 2000 transition plan especially if you have multiple IBM PCs IBM encourages you to check periodically for updated information The following terms are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both IBM PS 2 Operating System 2 RediSafe OS 2 ThinkPad TrackPoint Microsoft Windows Windows NT and the Windows 95 flag logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Intel Pentium and MMX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U S an
23. Regardless of the Machine s production status IBM s warranty terms apply The IBM Warranty IBM warrants that each Machine 1 is free from defects in materials and workmanship and 2 conforms to IBM s Official Published Specifications IBM calculates the expiration of the warranty period from the Machine s Date of Installation The date on your receipt is the Date of Installation unless IBM or your reseller informs you otherwise During the warranty period IBM or your reseller will provide warranty service under the type of service designated for the Machine and will manage and install engineering changes that apply to the Machine IBM or your reseller will specify the type of service For a feature conversion or upgrade IBM or your reseller may require that the Machine on which it is installed be 1 the designated serial numbered Machine and 2 at an engineering change level compatible with the feature conversion or upgrade Some of these transactions called Net Priced transactions may include additional parts and associated replacement parts that are provided on an exchange basis All removed parts become the property of IBM and must be returned to IBM Replacement parts assume the remaining warranty of the parts they replace If a Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period IBM or your reseller will repair or replace it with a Machine that is at least functionally equivalent without charge If IBM or your r
24. Replicator Then you can attach dock the computer port replicator combination to one of the following docking stations PC Card Enabler PC Card Enabler with Advanced EtherJet Feature You can dock your computer to a docking station under the following conditions With your computer powered off cold docking With your computer in suspend mode warm docking With your computer operating hot docking 80 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using a Docking Station Depending on the hardware configuration or the operating NOT system warm docking or hot docking might not be CV supported Refer to the user s guide shipped with these docking stations or a port replicator for instructions on how to dock your computer to a docking station You might not be able to read the status indicator or access the UltraslimBay easily on the SelectaDock docking station after you dock it with the SelectaBase 600 port replicator In the Windows 95 Windows NT Windows 3 1 or DOS environment you need to install the PC Card support software after docking your computer to the docking station If you have already installed the PC Card support software uninstall it and then reinstall it after you dock your computer to the docking station Docking with Your Computer Powered Off Cold Docking You should dock with both your computer and your docking station powered off if It is the first time you are docking your computer to t
25. Settings window enable it Using a Dual Display Function on page 72 If you need to set the TV Output Standards and Output Selection in the procedure make sure that you select the appropriate radio button under TV Output Standards box and the Composite radio button under Output Selections box Other Option Problems Problem Cause and Action An IBM option that you Make sure that just installed does not The option is designed for your computer The option was installed according to the instructions supplied with the option or this book Other installed options or cables are not loose There is no I O address or interrupt level IRQ DMA channel conflict To see the system resource status start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click on the respective device buttons work If the test program for the option did not find the problem have the computer and option serviced Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 151 Troubleshooting Guide Problem An IBM option that used to work no longer works Cause and Action Make sure that The option is securely connected to your computer The option passes its own test If the option came with its own test instructions use those instructions to test the option There is no system resource conflict gt Resolving System Resource Conflicts in the Online User s Guide If these items are correct and the test program did not find
26. TrackPoint driver is installed A number appears when you type a letter The numeric lock function is on To disable it press and hold Shift then press NumLk 132 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem All or some keys on the external numeric keypad do not work Cause and Action Make sure that the external numeric keypad is correctly connected to the computer All or some keys on the external keyboard do not work To use an external keyboard you need to attach the keyboard mouse cable to the computer Make sure that The keyboard mouse cable is correctly connected to the computer The keyboard cable is connected to the correct side of the keyboard mouse cable If these items are correct disconnect the keyboard mouse cable from the computer and make sure that the operation of the system keyboard is correct If the system keyboard works have the keyboard mouse cable or the external keyboard serviced Suspend or Hibernation Problems Problem Cause and Action The computer enters suspend mode automatically The computer enters suspend mode automatically when the processor temperature reaches a certain level This is not a defect The computer enters suspend mode immediately after POST the suspend indicator turns on Make sure that The battery pack is charged The operating temperature is within the acceptable range Refer to
27. click on Restart The supervisor password has been removed Your computer restarts Skip the remaining steps Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 101 Using Passwords 102 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 8 Enter the current password and press the Spacebar oc of of oo oo OK Cancel D 9 Type the new password then press Enter d fi gt Using Passwords 10 Type the new password again to verify it then press Enter password and keep it in a safe place FA The following window appears reminding you to write down the NOTE gt 11 Press Enter again 12 Click on Exit then click on Restart The supervisor password has been changed Your computer restarts Removing a Power On Password with Supervisor Authority You can remove a power on password even if you don t know it if you know the supervisor password 1 Power on the computer by pressing F1 The password prompt appears 2 Enter the supervisor password The Easy Setup menu appears 3 Select Password on the menu 4 Select Power on on the menu 5 Type the supervisor password then press the Spacebar Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 103 Using Passwords 6 Press Enter The Password Confirmation window appears D ol T
28. computer cannot enter hibernation mode if you are using one of the IBM communication PC Cards To enter hibernation mode stop the communication program and then remove the PC Card or disable the PC Card slot using the Control Panel For Windows NT Note You must format your hard disk with the FAT format system to use hibernation mode in Windows NT If you format your hard disk with NTFS the Windows NT default format you cannot use hibernation mode 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on Power Management db 3 Click on Suspend Resume Options 4 Click on Enable Hibernation 5 Click on OK The computer cannot enter hibernation mode when you are using one of the IBM communication PC Cards To enter hibernation mode stop the communication program and then remove the PC Card or disable the PC Card slot using the Control Panel Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 135 Troubleshooting Guide LCD Problems Problem Cause and Action The screen is unreadable Make sure that odolstoneo 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 on Start Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel Click on Control Panel and then double click on Display Select the Settings tab Check if the color depth and resolution are correctly set Cli
29. contact your place of purchase or a service representative for help The main window bitmap in the ThinkPad Configuration program is distorted Windows NT only Installing the Active Desktop bundled with Internet Explorer Version 4 0 on Windows NT might cause this problem Do one of the following Uninstall the Active Desktop Merely disabling the Active Desktop is not effective to avoid the problem Close the ThinkPad Configuration program and start it again This is a temporary recovery An MS DOS game does not run or it stops running Such problems are caused by corruption between the real mode application and the SystemSoft PCMCIA drivers providing both real mode and protect mode If the system starts in MS DOS mode without your changing the system configuration at the time of purchase the corruption does not occur Therefore there is no problem with playing an MS DOS game Restart the system in MS DOS mode as follows 1 Click on Start 2 Click on ShutDown The Shut Down window appears 3 Click on Restart the computer in MS DOS mode 4 Click on Yes The system restarts in MS DOS mode Run the game in this mode Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 153 Troubleshooting Guide Other Problems Problem Cause and Action The computer locks or does not accept any input Your computer might lock when it enters suspend mode during a communication operation Disable the sus
30. into suspend mode or power off the computer when this indicator is on 4 Numeric lock AS Green The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled You enable or disable the keypad by pressing and holding the Shift key and pressing the NumLk key For details see Numeric Keypad on page 14 5 Caps lock A Green Caps Lock mode is enabled All alphabetic characters A Z are entered in capital letters without the Shift key being pressed You enable or disable Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps Lock key 6 Scroll lock 7 Power on D Green Green Scroll Lock mode is enabled The Arrow keys can be used as screen scroll function keys The cursor cannot be moved with the Arrow keys Not all application programs support this function You enable or disable Scroll Lock mode by pressing the ScrLk key The computer is operational This indicator is on when the computer is on and not in suspend mode Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 7 Functions of Your Computer Functions of Your Computer This section describes the following features Keyboard functions UltraslimBay ThinkPad utilities The Online Users Guide Keyboard Functions Your computer s keyboard has the following functions TrackPoint Fn key Numeric keypad TrackPoint The keyboard contains a unique cursor pointing device called the TrackPoint Pointing selecting and dragging all become part of a single
31. or Windows NT For Windows 98 The Windows 98 generic CD ROM or DVD ROM driver accesses the internal CD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive every 3 seconds to see if a CD ROM is inserted in the CD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive This prevents your computer from entering suspend mode even after a timeout To prevent this from occurring do the following Double click on My Computer Control Panel and System Click on the Device Manager tab Click on the mark of CD ROM Double click on the CD ROM or DVD ROM name Click on the Setting tab Remove the check mark from Auto insert notification Windows 98 no longer detects the CD ROM or DVD ROM insertion automatically For Windows NT The computer does not enter suspend mode through the timer if you enable the CD ROM AutoRun feature To enable the timer in this situation edit the configuration information in the registry as follows OO O1 BR D HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEM CurrentControlSet Services Cdrom Autorun xl Autorun 134 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem The computer does not enter hibernation mode with the Fn F12 key combination Cause and Action Enable hibernation mode as follows For Windows 98 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on Power Management ed 8 Click on the Hibernation tab 4 Click on the Enable hibernation button 5 Click on the Create Now button The
32. or message that is not listed in the troubleshooting charts Power off the computer and start Easy Setup then select Test to test the computer If the test ends in an error note the error code and have the computer serviced If you cannot start Easy Setup have the computer serviced Xxxxx KB OK appears and the computer stops Have the computer serviced 130 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide No Error Codes or Messages Problem Cause and Action The screen is blank and you do not hear any beeps Note If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps power off the computer then power it on again and listen again If you are using an external monitor go to External Monitor Problems on page 148 If a power on password is set press any key to display the power on password prompt and then type the correct password and press Enter see page 96 If the power on password does not appear the brightness control lever might be set to minimum brightness Adjust the brightness level If the screen still remains blank make sure that The battery pack is installed correctly The AC Adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet The computer power is on Turn on the power switch again for confirmation If these items are correct and the screen remains blank have the computer serviced The scre
33. other than a token ring card such as an Ethernet card you need not specify the RPL speed Press Esc to exit this menu If you select PCMCIA representing for example ATA 3 HDD or a Flash memory card and cannot start the system disable the secondary IDE device and restart the system Some cards might not be compatible with a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive The CDROM icon is assigned to the CD ROM drive in the UltraslimBay If you don t have a CD ROM drive in the UltraslimBay but you have one in the docking station that CD ROM drive becomes CDROM If you have CD ROM drives in both the UltraslimBay and the docking station the CD ROM drive in the UltraslimBay becomes CDROM Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 23 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 oC Wake Enable Disable ooo 1 2 3 4 Reset 1 18 2 2 O j FDD 1 HDD 1 Network FDD 2 HDD 2 3 4 r 5 CO HDD 3 HDD 4 PCMCIA CDROM OK cance o If Wake on LAN is enabled the network administrator can power on remote machines connected in a LAN using remote network management software Disable the function if your computer is not under system management of a network administrator For more information gt System Management in the Online User s Guide Press
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35. 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 restarts P Changing the Screen Color You can change the color of the Easy Setup menu by pressing the Ctrl PgUp keys or by pressing the Ctrl PgDn keys To return to the original color press the Ctrl Home keys Clicking on the Config button displays the following Config submenu Ly ay ks g Memory SystemBoard Display Network Quick Boot 0go ooo Initialize Q Exit oe The Memory button shows the amount of memory installed and available The System Board button provides information on the system board installed Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 17 Functions of Your Computer 18 LI a The Display button sets the screen output to be displayed on either a single screen or on multiple screens The Network button enables or disables the Wake on LAN function option or the Flash over LAN function option You can use these functions only with a docking station The Quick Boot button enables or disables the Simple Boot Flag function P Simple Boot Flag function This function automatically optimizes the behavior and boot performance of the BIOS and operating system based on t
36. to meet FCC emission limits Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party International Business Machines Corporation New Orchard Road Armonk NY 10504 Telephone 1 919 543 2193 Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 167 Notices Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Avis de conformit a la r glementation d Industrie Canada Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada European Community Directive Conformance Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electro magnetic compatibility IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non recommended modification of the product including the fitting o
37. to resume from suspend mode Supervisor password The supervisor password is a tool provided for the system administrator to control many ThinkPad computers The supervisor password is set by the system administrator and it is not required for users Users can start the computer without Using Passwords providing the supervisor password The supervisor password is required only to access Easy Setup It provides the following security features Only a system administrator can access Easy Setup If a supervisor password is set a password prompt appears if you try to start Easy Setup You can use a power on password to protect your data from unauthorized use The system administrator can use the supervisor password to access the computer even if you have set a power on password The supervisor password overrides the power on password The supervisor password has priority over the hard disk drive password The hard disk is protected by the supervisor password so that unauthorized users cannot access data on the hard disk The system administrator can set the same supervisor password on many ThinkPad computers to make administration easier Other passwords Some Microsoft operating systems provide special Windows passwords Refer to that system user s guide for information on how to set change and use these passwords Entering a Password Once you set a password a password prompt appears at the top left cor
38. to the computer The diskette contains the necessary files to start the system There is nothing wrong with your application program There is nothing wrong with the diskette The diskette is inserted correctly label facing up and the metal shutter end first in the diskette drive If these items are correct have the computer serviced If there is no diskette in the drive have the computer serviced Battery Problems Problem Cause and Action The battery pack cannot be fully charged in 3 5 hours by the power off charging method The battery pack might be over discharged Do the following 1 Power off the computer 2 Make sure that the over discharged battery pack is in the computer 3 Connect the AC Adapter to the computer and let it charge If the battery pack cannot be fully charged in 24 hours use a new battery pack If the optional Quick Charger is available use it to charge the over discharged battery pack Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty Repeat discharging and charging the battery pack at least three times Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 137 Troubleshooting Guide Problem The operating time for a fully charged battery pack is short Cause and Action Repeat discharging and charging the battery pack three to six times If you sti
39. type of microphones A dynamic microphone A self battery powered condenser microphone If you want to use an electric condenser microphone you must use one that provides its own power source Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 121 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 related problem occurs Troubleshooting Charts on page 123 Testing Your Computer on page 155 1 Find your symptom from the table and try solving the problem 2 If you can t solve the problem run the test and make sure the hardware and the device drivers are OK Getting Service in the Online User s Guide 3 Note the error code and have the computer serviced If you accidentally lose or damage software in your computer Recover it by using either the ThinkPad Using the Customization CD the Recovery CD or ThinkPad the Diskette Factory Customization CD on page 30 Using the Recovery CD on page 31 and Using the Diskette Factory on page 34 122 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Charts If your computer has an error it typically displays a message or an error code or a beep sounds when you power it on Go through the charts and look for your problem If you find your problem go to the page indicated and do the specifie
40. with Your Computer 19 Functions of Your Computer Clicking on the Password button displays the Password submenu a which you can use to set passwords pm Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the ma power on password Password On Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the 02 hard disk drive HDD password On Selecting this icon displays a submenu for setting the supervisor password For more information on passwords Using Passwords on page 94 An open lock icon shows that a password has not been set yet Clicking on the Start up button displays the Start up submenu a 9 which you can use to change the startup or boot sequence 1733 For example if you have different operating systems on different replaceable hard disk drives or PC Cards you can have the system boot up from one of these devices Start up To change the startup sequence do the following 1 Click on Start up in the Easy Setup menu The Startup submenu appears 20 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference N You must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy save or a format operation after you change your startup sequence If you specify a wrong device your data and programs might be erased or overwritten Functions of Your Computer o gt Power On
41. y Y Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Extending the Features of Your Protecting Your Computer Computer provides information on using passwords provides information on installing identifying yourself with the options and using your computer s Personalization Editor and using locks high technology features Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems describes what to do if you have a computer problem The chapter includes a troubleshooting guide and information on how to recover lost or damaged software Appendix A Features and Specifications describes the features and specifications associated with your computer including information on power cords Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices contains the warranty statement for your computer and notices for this book The book concludes with an index X IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer WIN Information for Microsoft OS 2 Information for IBM Operating 98 Windows 98 users System 2 OS 2 users WIN Information for Microsoft DOS Information for IBM DOS 95 Windows 95 users users WIN Information for Microsoft NT Windows NT users IN Information for Microsoft 3 1 Windows 3 1 users Contents X Safety Information Note In the U K by law xii Electrical Safety Notice The telephone line cable must be connected after the power cord T
42. 00E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem You hear a noise from the CD ROM drive when the compact disc is spinning Cause and Action The CD ROM drive cover might be bent Have the CD ROM drive serviced The CD ROM tray does not open even if you press the CD ROM eject button Insert a pin into the CD ROM emergency eject hole and eject the CD ROM tray The compact disc cannot be read Make sure that The compact disc is not dirty If it is clean it with a CD ROM cleaner kit The compact disc is not defective If it is try another compact disc The compact disc is placed in the tray with the label side up The compact disc format conforms with one of the following Music CD CD ROM or CD ROM XA Multisession photo CD Video CD DVD ROM Drive Problems Problem The DVD ROM does not work Cause and Action Make sure that The computer is powered on and a DVD disc or a compact disc is in the DVD ROM drive The DVD ROM drive connector is firmly connected to the computer The DVD ROM drive tray is firmly closed The device drivers are correctly installed If the DVD ROM drive in the docking station does not work do the following 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration 3 Click on Docking Station ob 4 Make sure that you checked Enable IDE device in the docking station Note
43. 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 15 Functions of Your Computer ThinkPad Utility Programs Your computer has the following utility programs for easy configuration Easy Setup ThinkPad Configuration program This section summarizes these utility programs Easy Setup Your computer provides a user friendly program called Easy Setup which allows you to select various setup parameters Config Set the configuration of your computer Date Time Set the date and time Password Set a password Start up Set the startup device Test Test the system Restart Restart the system To start Easy Setup do as follows 1 Power off the computer and remove any diskette from the diskette drive 2 Press and hold F1 then power on the computer Hold F1 until the Easy Setup menu appears If you have set a password the Easy Setup menu appears after you enter the password Easy Setup a Config Date Time Password Start up Test J Restart H 123 oo oo o0 nnnnnnn 12 31 98 x nnnnnnnnnnnnnn ber nnnnnnnnnnn Pentium x4 II Processor UUID Annnnnnn nann nann nann nannnnnnnannn k Trademark of Intel Corporation 16 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Config Functions of Your Computer 3 Move to an icon you want to change using the arrow keys or the TrackPoint and click on
44. 16x or 17x undefined date or configuration error Follow the instructions on the screen 126 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Message 174 device configuration error Cause and Action Make sure that the hard disk drive and the device in the UltraslimBay are firmly installed If the problem persists have the computer serviced 175 177 178 Have the computer serviced EEPROM error 183 The password entered at the supervisor password prompt is invalid Check your invalid password error supervisor password 184 The password entered is invalid invalid password error Power off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds then power it on again and type the correct password 185 The startup sequence is invalid Power off the computer and wait at least 5 startup sequence error seconds then power it on again to reset the startup sequence in Easy Setup 190 The computer powered off because the battery is low critical low battery error Connect the AC Adapter to the computer and charge the battery pack or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one 192 Have the computer serviced cooling fan error 195 The system configuration differs between the time your computer entered hibernation error hibernation mode and the time it exited this mode and your computer cannot resume normal operation Change the system configuration to what it was bef
45. BB FH fF Note Before using this information and the product it supports be sure to read the general information under Safety Information on page xii and Notices on page 165 Note for Using Your Computer in Japan If you are using a modem in Japan specify the country as Japan in the Dialing Properties window under the Modem Properties window Using the modem functions with another setting is a violation of the Japanese Telecommunication Business Law The AC Adapter complies with the Electrical Appliance and Material Control Law of Japan Rating Input ac 100 V 50 60 Hz Output dc 16 V Certificate number V 91 56055 First Edition August 1998 The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE LIMITED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow disclaimers of express or implied warranties in certain transactions therefore this statement may not apply to you This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication IBM may make
46. Cause and Action The internal modem does not work when you start your computer from an operating system other than Windows 95 The operating system might be sharing the same IRQ levels as your modem The ThinkPad Modem software might not work under these conditions You must cancel the IRQ shared condition to use the modem To cancel the IRQ shared condition Online User s Guide My modem application does not work with the ThinkPad modem Make sure that the internal modem port is enabled by opening the Device Manager window and running the Modem Wizard or by opening the ThinkPad Configuration program and doing as follows 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration a 3 Click on Internal Modem 4 Select Enable 5 Click on OK Your PC Card modem does not work Make sure that the infrared port is disabled and the modem is set up correctly by following the instructions in this book or manuals shipped with your PC Card modem Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 143 Troubleshooting Guide Other PC Card Problems Problem Cause and Action The PC Card shows Ready but it does not work 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 Guide The resources reserved
47. D ROM or DVD ROM drive no user adjustments or serviceable parts are inside Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified might result in hazardous radiation exposure Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous The CD ROM or DVD ROM drive has an internal Class 1 0 5 milliwatt aluminum gallium arsenide laser that operates at a wavelength of 760 to 810 nanometers The design of the laser system and the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation user maintenance or servicing conditions IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Chapte n 0 GettingFamiliar with Your Computer This chapter provides basic information about your computer m Note To power off the computer wait at least 5 seconds before you power it on again If you put your computer into suspend or hibernation mode you should also wait at least 5 seconds before resuming normal operation Identifying the Hardware Features 2 System Status Indicators 6 Functions of Your Computer 8 Keyboard Functions 8 TrackPoint 8 PARKOV zau Ae ue qe E Se ch Gn Goering ede eke AAR ot be 11 Numeric Keypad 14 UltraslimBay 15 ThinkPad Utility Programs
48. Do not use IRQ 11 and 15 for the PCI device setting 5 Click on OK Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 139 Troubleshooting Guide Problem You hear a noise from the DVD ROM drive when the DVD is spinning Cause and Action The DVD ROM drive cover might be bent Have the DVD ROM drive serviced The DVD tray does not open even if you press the DVD eject button Insert a pin into the DVD emergency eject hole and eject the DVD tray The DVD cannot be read Make sure that The DVD is not dirty If it is clean it The DVD is not defective If it is try another DVD The DVD is loaded on the center pivot of the DVD ROM drive with the label side up You should hear a click The DVD format conforms with one of the following Music CD CD ROM or CD ROM XA Multisession photo CD Video CD DVD ROM DVD video Infrared Communication Problems Problem Cause and Action Your computer cannot communicate with other devices using the infrared port Make sure that The communication speeds are the same The infrared ports are clean No objects are between the computer and the communicating device The distance and angle between your computer and the device is within the specified range You are not operating under direct sunlight The infrared port is not directly facing the other communicating port Communication is not impeded by light from the computer s LCD To avoid thi
49. Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on Personalization Editor The following window appears Personal Data Background Preview Help Exit 106 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using the Personalization Editor 5 Click on Personal Data and type the necessary information into the boxes click on OK to save your data Personal Data Entry Name Gordon Harper CSS Campany DazzleTech Inc Address Yaho Falls WA 98531 831 S Silver St Phone 206 744 3251 Message Please return this computer to the above address Thank you L Black background Cancel If you want to create the background bitmap continue with step 6 otherwise go to step 10 6 Select Background in the Personalization Editor window Windows Paint automatically opens 7 Draw an image or color the background Your bitmap size must be 160 by 100 pels To change the size select Image and then Attribute Specify a Width of 160 and a Height of 100 and set Unit to pels 8 Select File and Save As to save and name your drawing as a 16 color bitmap file on the backup copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS Personalization NOTE To preview the actual full size of the screen select Preview 9 Press Enter to return to the previous window 10 Shut down the system and power off the computer Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 107 Using the Personalization Editor 11 Insert the backu
50. Pad 600E User s Reference Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard Disabling the TrackPoint The TrackPoint is designed to work simultaneously with another pointing device such as a mouse attached to the system But some mouse types require the TrackPoint to be disabled before you can use them such as A mouse that is not fully compatible with the PS 2 mouse connected to the external input device connector A mouse connected to the serial connector A mouse connected to the USB connector To disable the TrackPoint 7 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program See ThinkPad Configuration Program on page 25 2 Click on the TrackPoint T button 3 Click on Auto Disable for the TrackPoint This setting automatically disables the TrackPoint if a mouse is connected to the external input device connector when the computer starts If no external mouse is connected however the TrackPoint is enabled Therefore to reenable the TrackPoint if it has been disabled restart the computer after disconnecting a mouse If you use a mouse connected to the serial connector or the USB connector you need to select Disable instead of Auto Disable Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 65 Attaching an External Monitor Attaching an External Monitor This section provides information about using the computer LCD and an external monitor CRT The LCD of your computer uses thin film transiste
51. SI X3 171 ISO 9529 ECMA 125 External interface IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Serial connector EIA RS232D Parallel connector Centronics External input device connector External monitor connector External diskette drive connector Expansion connector PC Card slots two Type or Type II PC Cards or one Type Ill PC Card Headphone jack Microphone line in jack supports a dynamic microphone or a self battery powered condenser microphone Infrared port Universal Serial Bus USB connector Telephone connector Specifications Specifications Size Width 300 mm 11 8 in Depth 240 mm 9 4 in Height 36 5 mm 1 4 in Environment Note Temperature at altitudes less than 2438 m 8000 ft When you charge the battery pack Aus its temperature must be at least 10 C Operating with no diskette 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F 50 F Operating with a diskette 10 to 35 C 50 to 95 F Nonoperating 5 to 43 C 41 to 109 F Relative humidity Operating with no diskette in the drive 8 to 95 Operating with a diskette in the drive 8 to 80 Maximum altitude 3048 m 10 000 ft in unpressurized conditions Maximum temperature at 3048 m 10 000 ft 31 3 C 88 F Heat output 56 W 191 BTUs hour maximum Electrical AC Adapter Sine wave input at 50 to 60 Hz is required The input rating of the AC Adapter 100 240 V ac 50 60 Hz Lithium ion battery pack
52. V Output Standards field l Select either S Video or Composite from the Output Selection field m Click on OK to close the window n Click on OK to apply the changes 0 Click on OK FA NOTE For the Windows NT user Skip step 4d 4e and 4o Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 71 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 98 desktop to display output on the LCD CRT display pair or if your computer has a video out connector LCD TV display pair You can display different desktop images on each monitor For information on connecting a television to your computer page 70 To enable the dual display do as follows 1 Attach the computer to an external monitor CRT or a television 2 Click on Start 3 Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel then click on Control Panel 4 Double click on Display 5 Select the Settings tab 6 Click on the Advanced button 7 Select the NeoMagic tab 8 Put a check mark in the Set Dual Display check box the click on OK The System settings change window appears to prompt you to restart the application 9 Click on Yes to restart the computer 10 Open the Display Properties window again by double clicking on Display in the Cont
53. Windows 98 not the ThinkPad features For more information about Windows 98 see the following Web site http www ibm com thinkpad See the following site for technical support http www pc ibm com support Three power modes are described in this book standby mode suspend mode and hibernation mode You can enter these modes as follows Fn F3 standby mode Fn F4 suspend mode Fn F12 hibernation mode The computer also enters suspend mode or hibernation mode from other triggers For example if you select Stand by in the Shut Down menu when you click on the Start button at the bottom left of the Windows 98 screen you can enter suspend mode Also you can set the system standby timer in the Power Management Properties window to specify a timeout for entering suspend mode The term standby in the Windows 98 screen has a different meaning from the term standby mode in this book For more information gt Basic in the Online User s Guide Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 113 Hints and Limitations 114 IN For Windows 95 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 or hibernation mode after the end of a timeout period specified in the ThinkPad Configuration program when
54. ack do as follows i You can replace the battery when the computer is in hibernation NOTE mode You cannot replace it when the computer is in suspend mode If you are using a PC Card however the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode If this happens power off the computer 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 then remove the battery pack 2 5 Align the front of the fully charged spare battery pack with the front side of the battery space in the computer 1 then put the battery pack in place 2 36 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Replacing the Battery Pack 6 Gently push the battery pack back into the space then slide the battery pack latch to the locked position Unlock Lock a ao You have finished replacing the battery pack Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 37 Getting Service Getting Service Purchasing an IBM PC hardware product entitles you to receive support and services during the limited warranty period If you need additional support and services a wide variety of extended solutions that addresses most needs are available for purchase About Your Warranty During the warranty period you might be responsible for repair costs if the product damage was due to misuse accid
55. ade by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs of alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate The Ringer Equivalent Number REN 0 5 assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Number of all the devices does not exceed 5 L tiquette du minist re de l Industrie Canada identifie le mat riel homologu Cette tiquette certifie que le mat riel est conforme certaines normes de protection d exploitation et de s curit des r seaux de t l communications Le Minist re n assure toutefois pas que le mat riel fonctionnera la satisfaction de l utilisateur Avant d installer ce mat riel l utilisateur doit s assurer qu il e
56. ante 109 Using the Security Screw _ 110 Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 111 Hints and Limitations 113 Using the Hard Disk Drive 118 Using a Docking Station 118 Using the USB Connector 119 Using the DVD ROM Drive 119 Using a PC Card 119 Using a Second CardBus Card 120 Using a Microphone 120 Troubleshooting Guide 122 Troubleshooting Charts 123 Error Codes or Messages 125 No Error Codes or Messages 131 Input Probl m 44053 y pee eG Be dee Lise 131 Suspend or Hibernation Problems 133 LED Problems o eese w a Hotes au ma must bas 4 136 Indicator Problems 137 Battery Problems 137 A Hard Disk Drive Problem 138 CD ROM Drive Problems 138 DVD ROM Drive Problems 139 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 143 Other PC Card Problems 144 D
57. anual shipped with the external monitor to check the resolutions that are supported Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 5 Select one of the Display Device buttons on the toolbar in the ThinkPad Configuration program If the external monitor supports the same resolution as or a higher resolution than the LCD click on CRT Display Only or Both LCD and CRT Display If the external monitor supports a lower resolution than the LCD click on CRT Display Only If you click on the Both LCD and CRT Display the external monitor screen will be blank or distorted A 148 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide PRP HH FH HF Problem Cause and Action You cannot set a higher Make sure that ecien ten he The display driver is installed correctly by doing the following preseptoncioniyoni 1 Click on Start eriam menion Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel 2 3 Click on Control Panel and then double click on Display 4 Select the Settings tab in the Display Properties window 5 Windows 98 Click on Advanced Windows NT Click on Display Type Make sure that the ThinkPad display driver is installed in the adapter information window 6 Click on the OK button If you are not sure that the display driver is installed correctly reinstall it An appropriate monitor type is selected by doing the following Click on Start Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel C
58. ard disk drive Primary Master and the secondary IDE channel for a device in the UltraslimBay Secondary Master You cannot use the IDE device in the docking station in this default 2 channel default IDE mode To enable an IDE device in the docking station you must change the default setting to either of the following 3 channel IDE mode In this mode you can still use the hot and warm swap functions for a device in the UltraslimBay An additional IRQ for the third IDE channel is required 2 channel IDE mode In this mode you do not have to assign an extra IRQ However you cannot use hot and warm swap functions for a device in the UltraslimBay Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 85 Using a Docking Station FA If you change the IDE channel configuration the drive letter NOTE assignment might be changed Setting to 3 Channel IDE Mode 1 Open the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on the Docking Station k button The Docking station window appears 3 Click on the Device Manager button The System Properties window appears 4 Click on Computer then click on the Properties button 5 Determine an available IRQ value other than IRQ 11 or 15 IRQ 9 is recommended by checking the current setting under the View Resources tab If there is no available IRQ value remove a device that is not currently being used by clicking on the device and the Remove button under the Device Manager tab 6 Cli
59. ard disk drive cover You might injure your fingernails To open the drive cover use a coin 56 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 5 Insert the new hard disk drive into the bay Make sure you connect the drive firmly Ln Do not use force when inserting the hard disk drive into the NOTE bay The connector is sensitive and it might get damaged i If the hard disk drive that you will be installing has a spacer on it remove the spacer using something like a small screwdriver 6 Replace the hard disk drive cover and reinstall the screw the hard disk drive from being removed easily For more NOTE You can replace the coin screw with a security screw to prevent O Rey information gt Using the Security Screw on page 110 7 Replace the battery pack page 36 8 Turn the computer right side up and power it on Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 57 Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally You can connect the diskette drive to the external diskette drive connector and use it as an external diskette drive To attach the diskette drive externally do the following 1 Power off the computer 2 Insert the diskette drive in the external diskette drive enclosure and connect it firmly 3 Connect the cable to the external diskette drive connector 4 Power on the computer 58 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Refere
60. ations on using a television gt page 75 You can attach a television NTSC or PAL to your computer and display the computer output on it To display the computer output on television do the following 1 Power off the computer and television 2 Connect the video connector cable to the video out connector O then connect other required cable to the television Audio in left Audio in right Audio cable Video in a Video out connector RCA video cable available in an electronics store included in the system Video connector cable 70 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Attaching an External Monitor 3 Connect the audio cable to the headphone jack on the computer then connect the cable to the audio input connectors of your video equipment If your video equipment has only one audio input connector use the left audio connector of the audio cable 4 Enable the video out connector TV out by doing the following a Click on Start b Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel then click on Control Panel c Double click on Display d Select the Settings tab e Click on the Advanced button f Select the NeoMagic tab g Put a check mark in the TV check box h Select either a 640x480 or a 800x600 TV resolution by clicking on the slider i Click on the Advanced Settings button j Select the TV Options tab k Select either NTSC or PAL from the T
61. blems 129 Troubleshooting Guide Message Cause and Action This message appears when you restart your computer and after you change the IDE channel from 2 to 3 Power off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds then power it on again A POST error prompt ERROR XXX BOK career An error was found during POST Press Enter then select Start from the Test submenu and run the test If the test ends in an error note the error code and have the computer serviced An error prompt Power off the computer and start Easy Setup then select Test to test the computer If the test ends in an error note the error code and have the computer serviced You can start the operating system by pressing F1 instead and ignore the error The DOS full screen looks smaller 640 x 480 If you use a DOS application that supports only the 640x480 resolution VGA mode the screen image might look slightly distorted or might appear smaller than the display size This is to maintain compatibility with other DOS applications To expand the screen image to the same size as the actual screen start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click on LCD C1 then select the Screen expansion function The image may still look slightly distorted Note You can use the Fn F8 keys to do the same thing if your computer has screen expansion function A panel
62. celand Indonesia Israel Italy Macedonia Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey Yugoslavia 13H5273 Japan 13H5276 13H5279 Argentina Australia New Zealand Papua New Guinea Paraguay Uruguay Bangladesh Pakistan South Africa Sri Lanka 160 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference IBM Power Cords For 3 pin power cords IBM Power Cord R Part Number Used in These Countries 02K0539 People s Republic of China other than Hong Kong 76H3514 Argentina Australia New Zealand Papua New Guinea Paraguay Uruguay Aruba Bahamas Barbados Bermuda Bolivia Brazil Canada Cayman Islands Colombia Costa Rica Curacao Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador 76H3516 Guatemala Guyana Haiti Honduras Jamaica Korea South Liberia Mexico Netherlands Antilles Nicaragua Panama Peru Philippines Saudi Arabia Suriname Taiwan Thailand Trinidad West Indies United States of America Venezuela Austria Belgium Bosnia Herzogovina Bulgaria Croatia Czech Republic Egypt Finland France 76H3518 Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Indonesia Macao Macedonia Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Turkey Yugoslavia 76H3520 Denmark 76H3522 Bangladesh Myanmar Pakistan South Africa Sri Lanka Abu Dhabi Albania Antigua Bahrain Brunei Dubai
63. ck on Advanced Select the Adapter tab Make sure it shows NeoMagic MagicMedia 256AV 8 Select the Monitor tab Make sure the information is correct NOOB D Incorrect characters Did you install the operating system or application program correctly appeadoniineisccen If they are installed and configured correctly have the computer serviced The screen stays on even Press the reset switch with the tip of a pen and power off your computer then after you power off your power it on again computer Missing discolored or This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology Your computer s display bright dots appear on the contains multiple thin film transistors TFTs A small number of missing screen every time you discolored or bright dots on the screen might exist all the time power on your computer 136 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Indicator Problems Problem Cause and Action The battery status indicator does not go on even though a battery pack is installed in the computer The over current protection device inside the battery pack has been activated Wait several hours and try again If the indicator does not go on replace the battery pack or have the computer serviced The diskette drive in use icon stays on If a diskette is in the drive make sure that The internal or external diskette drive is firmly connected
64. ck on OK to close the System Properties window 7 Return to the Docking station window then click on the IRQ Holder for PCI Steering tab 8 Change the IRQ value in 1st IRQ to the available value you determined in step 5 9 Click on the IDE Device tab 10 Select Enable in the UltraslimBay IDE device in the docking station list box 11 Select Third in the IDE Channel list box 12 Click on OK to close the Docking station window 86 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 The System Properties window appears 4 Click on Computer then click on the Properties button 5 Determine an available IRQ value other than IRQ 11 by checking the current setting under the View Resources tab If there is no available IRQ value remove a device that is not currently being used by clicking on the device and the Remove button under the Device Manager tab 6 Click on OK to close the System Properties window 7 Return to the Docking station window then click on the IRQ Holder for PCI Steering tab 8 Change the IRQ value in 1st IRQ to the available value you determined in step 5 9 Click on the IDE Device tab 10 S
65. d action The troubleshooting charts address problems in general and some descriptions might not apply to your particular computer or suit your situation Compare the features or options of your computer with this book or the shipping checklist Troubleshooting Chart Page Error codes or messages 125 No error codes or messages 131 Input problems 131 Suspend or hibernation problems 133 LCD problems 136 Indicator problems 137 Battery problems 137 A hard disk drive problem 138 CD ROM drive problems 138 DVD ROM drive problems 139 Infrared communication problems 140 An enhanced video or MPEG problem 142 Audio or telephony problems 142 A universal serial bus problem 143 PC Card or built in modem problems 143 Other PC Card problems 144 Docking station or port replicator problems 146 A printer problem 148 External monitor problems 148 A television problem 151 Other option problems 151 Software problems 153 Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 123 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Chart Page Other problems 154 124 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Error Codes or Messages Note In the charts x can be any character Message Cause and Action 19990301 Your computer can t find the startup drive Do the following 19990302 P ff th 19990305 1 Power off the computer Incorrect connection of the hard disk drive may cause thes
66. d other countries Other company product and service names which may be denoted by a double asterisk may be trademarks or service marks of others 166 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order
67. d with the port replicator and docking station The PC Card installed in a port replicator is not recognized and the PC Card slots are unusable Make sure that The AC Adapter is connected to the port replicator The power on indicator of the port replicator is on The computer is securely attached to the port replicator This problem might happen when you reinstall Windows 98 or when you initialize the system with Easy Setup Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 147 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 SB 4 Select Enable 5 Click on OK The printer is powered on and ready to print The printer signal cable is connected to the correct connector of your computer If these items are correct and the printer still does not work run the tests described in the printer manual If the tests show that the printer is OK have the computer serviced External Monitor Problems Problem Cause and Action The external monitor is blank Do the following 1 Connect the external monitor to another computer to make sure it works 2 Reconnect the external monitor to your computer 3 Refer to the m
68. de b secure all programs data and funds contained in a Machine c inform IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine s location and d for a Machine with exchange service remove all features parts options alterations and attachments not under warranty service Also the Machine must be free of any legal obligations or restrictions that prevent its exchange and 3 be responsible for loss of or damage to a Machine in transit when you are responsible for the transportation charges Extent of Warranty IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of a Machine Unless IBM specifies otherwise IBM provides non IBM machines on an AS IS basis However non IBM manufacturers may provide their own warranties to you Misuse accident modification unsuitable physical or operating environment improper maintenance by you removal of product labels or parts identification labels or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible may void the warranties THESE WARRANTIES REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE HOWEVER SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF THESE LAWS APPLY THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisd
69. e Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Charts Error Codes or Messages No Error Codes or Messages Input Problems _ Suspend or Hibernation Problems LCD Problems Indicator Problems Battery Problems Hard Disk Drive Problem CD ROM Drive Problems DVD ROM Drive Problems Infrared Communication Problems An Enhanced Video or MPEG Problem Audio or Telephony Problems A Universal Serial Bus USB Problem PC Card or Built in Modem Problems Other PC Card Problems Docking Station or Port Replicator Problems A Printer Problem External Monitor Problems A Television Problem 111 112 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Other Option Problems Software Problems Other Problems Testing Your Computer Hints and Limitations This section provides hints and tips as well as information on limitations Hints and Limitations For Windows 98 In Windows 98 it takes longer to enter suspend mode and resume normal operation than it does in Windows 95 This performance difference is a result of
70. e Settings tab in the Display Properties window 2 Click on the Monitor tab Make sure you choose the correct monitor 3 Click on OK to close the window An appropriate refresh rate is selected by doing the following 1 Click on the Advanced button in the Settings tab in the Display Properties window 2 Click on the Adapter tab 3 Select the correct refresh rate for your monitor If you are not sure select Optimal of WP If the settings are correct run the tests described in the manual supplied with the external monitor If the tests show that the external monitor is OK have the computer serviced Wrong characters appear on the screen Did you install the operating system or application program with the correct procedure If you did have the external monitor serviced 150 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide A Television Problem Problem Cause and Action FPFFOHQH OO QD 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 enabled the video out connector TV out by doing the following 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel then click on Control Panel 3 Double click on Display 4 Select the Settings tab If you see only one display icon in the
71. e error codes to appear 2 Press and hold F1 then power on the computer to start Easy Setup Hold F1 until the Easy Setup menu appears 3 Select the Start up icon 4 Select the Power on icon If you are unable to set the startup sequence have the computer serviced 5 Check the devices in the startup sequence box Is the default drive listed in the startup sequence box Yes Exit this window and power off the computer No Select the Reset icon 6 Is an operating system installed Yes Go to step 8 No Install the operating system in your computer 7 After you install the operating system power off the computer 8 Power on the computer If the same screen message appears have the computer serviced IT 99XXXxx except the above 1999030x errors Have the computer serviced 111 docking station error If you are using a port replicator or a docking station disconnect it then reconnect it If you still have a problem refer to the manual shipped with your port replicator or docking station Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 125 Troubleshooting Guide Message 158 supervisor password error Cause and Action A hard disk drive was installed with a different supervisor password or it did not have a hard disk password The hard disk drive with the error can be in any of the following The main bay of your computer The UltraslimBay The UltraslimBay tray of the docking s
72. e posted on http www ibm com thinkpad pa From this Web site you can get the driver diskette image for NOTE OS 2 Windows 3 1 or DOS that is not supported with the Diskette Factory program Using the ThinkPad Customization CD IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference The ThinkPad Customization CD is provided for your installation convenience you can customize your system using this CD It contains all the software applications and hardware device drivers for your computer It also contains device drivers and installation instructions for other operating systems such as Windows NT If you need to reinstall a software application or a hardware device driver put the ThinkPad Customization CD in your CD ROM or DVD ROM drive The menu of the features appears automatically The ThinkPad Customization CD is compatible with Internet N TE Explorer Version 4 0 or later Some functions are available in ey other Web browsers See the instructions printed on the CD label for more information The following features are included Getting Started Use this page for first time setup such as registration and ThinkPad personalization 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 d
73. elect Enable in the UltraslimBay IDE device in the docking station list box The third IDE is automatically selected 11 Select Second in the IDE Channel list box 12 Click on the Disable Devices button in the warning dialog box Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 87 Using a Docking Station 88 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 and IRQ values Device 2 Channel IDE 3 Channel IDE 2 Channel IDE Default Mode Mode Mode Hard disk IRQ 14 P M IRQ 14 P M IRQ 14 P M drive UltraslimBay IRQ 15 S M IRQ 15 S M IRQ 14 P S Docking Disabled IRQ 11 T M IRQ 15 S M station and T S and S S Legend 1 P M Primary master P S Primary slave S M Secondary master T M Third master 2 3 4 S S Secondary slave 5 6 T S Third slave 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 ROM drive with the diskette drive follow the same procedure to install the other storage devices in the UltraslimBay 1 Power off the computer and remove the AC Adapter and cables then turn the computer upside down 2 Push the UltraslimBay device lock to the unlocked position 1
74. en is blank and you hear a continuous beep or two or more beeps Only the cursor appears Have the computer serviced Reinstall your operating system and power on the computer If you still have a problem have the computer serviced Input Problems Problem Cause and Action The cursor does not move after the computer awakens from one of the power management modes Make sure you followed the instructions in Advanced in the Online User s Guide correctly when you installed Windows with the Advanced Power Management APM option Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 131 Troubleshooting Guide Problem All or some keys on the keyboard do not work Cause and Action If the problem occurred immediately after the computer returned from suspend mode enter the power on password if it is set If an external keyboard is connected the numeric keypad on your computer will not work This is not a defect If an external numeric keypad or a mouse is connected 1 Power off the computer 2 Remove the external numeric keypad or the mouse 3 Power on the computer and try using the keyboard again If the keyboard problem is resolved check the connection of the external numeric keypad external keyboard or mouse If you still have a problem have the computer serviced The cursor drifts when the computer is powered on or after it resumes normal operation The cursor might drift whe
75. ent modification unsuitable physical or operating environment or improper maintenance For full information on product warranties see Appendix B You will need to know the following information when requesting repair service Identification number of your computer Options installed in your system Note Use the record sheet on page 40 Error message or problem Note Error messages can help identify which service action is required and help the service representative provide quick and efficient service Use the record sheet on page 41 Help at the ThinkPad Web Site You can get support and information at the ThinkPad Web site The latest information about the ThinkPad computers gt http www ibm com thinkpad Technical support information gt http www pc ibm com support IBM may make improvements or changes to these Web sites at any time without any notice 38 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Getting Service Help by Telephone You can get support and information by telephone during the limited warranty period at no additional charge through the IBM PC Help Center Experienced technical support representatives will be on hand to assist you in answering any questions you might have such as How to set up your computer How to install and set up your IBM options purchased directly from IBM or through an IBM reseller How to use the 30 day support for the preinstalled operating system How to
76. enter click button and then use the TrackPoint to move the magnified area Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 47 Customizing the TrackPoint 48 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Neither This function disables the scrolling and magnifying glass functions 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 button on the keyboard and then use the TrackPoint to control the scrolling or the magnifying glass When you are not holding down the center button the TrackPoint operates normally that is it controls the mouse cursor Use External Mouse This option sets an externally attached mouse to scroll or move the magnifying glass horizontally or vertically The TrackPoint functions simply as a cursor Use TrackPoint This option sets the TrackPoint to scroll horizontally or vertically without your holding down the center button Use an externally attached mouse as a cursor You can still use the TrackPoint to control the mouse cursor by pressing the center button The Use External Mouse and the Use TrackPoint radio buttons are enabled only if a mouse is attached Increasing Memory Increasing Memory Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs run faster You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a dual inline memory module DIMM a
77. eplaces the diagnostic portion of existing SelectaDock or SelectaDock II i Option Diskette Do the following 1 Create the SelectaDock I II Diagnostic Diskette using the i Diskette Factory program preinstalled on the hard disk 2 Connect your computer to the SelectaDock or II docking i station 3 Start from the SelectaDock I II Diagnostic Diskette Follow the instructions on the screen 156 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Features Appendix A Features and Specifications This appendix describes features and specifications for the computer Features Processor Intel Pentium Il processor mobile module with MMX Memory Built in 64 MB Option Maximum 288 MB Storage devices 2 5 inch hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology Up to 1024 by 768 resolution on the LCD Up to 1280 by 1024 resolution on an external monitor Brightness control Keyboard 84 key 85 key or 89 key TrackPoint Fn key function Copyright IBM Corp 1998 157 Features 158 External diskette drive To get the best performance from your diskette drives use high quality diskettes such as IBM diskettes that meet or exceed the following standards 1 MB 3 5 inch unformatted diskette ANSI American National Standards Institute X3 137 ISO International Standards Organization 8860 ECMA European Computer Manufacturers Association 100 2 MB 3 5 inch unformatted diskette AN
78. eren F Erabi Piani alci Erat hrig 1 Ereti Deliri toe dent E Ei Perr rarm T fgh Check Chek Fraise bre aback O Enid Va Psion Ms Pour Chuck Paci ite Piet Prog ir Corded Paral bo aiut Double Click pace aoe ee If you enable Press to Select by putting a check mark in the Enable Press to Select box you can make the TrackPoint stick function the same as the left or right click button If you check Enable dragging you can drag the icon that you select with the TrackPoint stick by putting light pressure on the stick 44 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Customizing the TrackPoint If you check Enable Release to Select you can click simply by lifting your finger quickly off the TrackPoint Moving the cursor onto an icon and then lifting your finger off the TrackPoint works like clicking Pressing the TrackPoint again works like double clicking Click on one of the Press means radio buttons to select which button the stick will simulate either the left or the right button For example if you select Left Click you can start a program with the TrackPoint by putting the cursor on the program s icon and applying light pressure on the stick To adjust the pressing timing of the stick set Click Pace If you set the pace too slow you might notice unintended clicks NOTE a cursor delay or a dragging delay However if you set the LY pace too fast you might find Press to Select hard to use Chapter 2
79. es and security features IBM makes no comments judgments or warranties about the function quality or performance of locking devices and security features NOTE You are responsible for evaluating selecting and implementing Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 109 Using the Security Screw Using the Security Screw You can use the security screw shipped with your computer to prevent devices such as a hard disk drive from being removed 110 easily Security Screw To replace the coin screw with the security screw do as follows IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Power off the computer then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer 2 Remove the screw with a coin then install the security screw and tighten it with a 2 5 mm allen wrench 3 Connect the AC Adapter then power on the computer Chapter 4 gt Sol C Copyright IBM Corp 1998 er Problems Hints and Limitations Using the Hard Disk Drive Using a Docking Station Hot or Warm Docking to a Docking Station Windows 95 and Windows 98 Only Using a PC Card with the Docking Station Using the USB Connector Using the DVD ROM Drive Using a PC Card Using a Second CardBus Card Using a Microphone Using an External Condenser Microphon
80. eseller is unable to do so you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded If you transfer a Machine to another user warranty service is available to that user for the remainder of the warranty period You should give your proof of purchase and this Statement to that user Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Machine you should contact your reseller or call IBM In the United States call IBM at 1 800 772 2227 In Canada call IBM at 1 800 565 3344 You may be required to present proof of purchase Depending on the Machine the service may be 1 a Repair service at your location called On site or at one of IBM s or a reseller s service locations called Carry in or 2 an Exchange service either On site or Carry in When a type of service involves the exchange of a Machine or part the item IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement becomes yours The replacement may not be new but will be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced It is your responsibility to Copyright IBM Corp 1998 163 Product Warranty 1 obtain authorization from the owner for example your lessor to have IBM or your reseller service a Machine that you do not own 2 where applicable before service is provided a follow the problem determination problem analysis and service request procedures that IBM or your reseller provi
81. etting up the PC Card and you can now use it For information on how to use the PC Card software gt Basic in the Online User s Guide Installing a PC Card Removing the PC Card Before removing storage PC Cards such as the hard disk PC Card N Flash memory PC Card or SRAM PC Card from the PC Card slot you must stop the PC Card Otherwise data on the PC Card Do not remove a PC Card while Might be corrupted or lost the computer is in suspend mode 1 or hibernation mode Otherwise Stop the card me ae might hang when To stop the PC Card Basic in the Online User s Guide uming j The Stop option appears in gray when you are in CardSoft noe mode or when the card is already stopped 2 Press the PC Card eject button to pop out the button Then press it again until the PC Card pops out 3 Remove the PC Card and store it safely for future use Eject button For more information for using a PC Card gt Basic in the Online User s Guide Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 79 Using a Docking Station Using a Docking Station You can extend the capabilities of your computer by attaching it first to the SelectaBase 600 port replicator and a docking station attach several input devices and an external monitor Of course TE The port replicator available as an option is a convenient way to you can also attach these devices directly to your computer SelectaBase 600 Port
82. evice drivers when installing Windows NT News and Updates This page has all of the latest tools and links to the IBM Web site for system information service and support information and other information Online Library In case you do not have the Online User s Guide on your hard disk drive you always have a copy on your ThinkPad Customization CD Using the ThinkPad Customization CD This page contains an overview of ThinkPad Customization CD Using the Recovery CD If you accidentally erase your hard disk you can use the Recovery CD to restore the contents of the preinstalled hard disk to what it was at the time of purchase ral This recovery program deletes all personal data and your customized configuration settings It resets your computer to most of the factory shipped default values Be sure to back up your personal files before you use this CD The Recovery CD package consists of a startable diskette and a CD ROM containing the original preinstalled image The recovery process might take up to 2 hours Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 31 Backing Up Your System 32 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference If you have a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive installed in your computer s UltraslimBay and you don t have an external diskette drive 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 diskette drive a
83. f non IBM option cards A declaration of Conformity with the requirements of the Directive has been signed by IBM United Kingdom Limited PO BOX 30 Spango Valley Greenock Scotland PA160AH This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022 168 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Notices Telecommunication Notice Federal Communications Commission FCC and Telephone Company Reali otvens 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 telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your computer you should be sure to follow the installation instructions for your fax software package 2 The built in modem is built into the ThinkPad computer It complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules A label is affixed to the bottom of the computer that contains among other things the FCC registration number USOC and Ringer Equivalency Number REN for this equipment If these numbers are requested look at the label and provide this information to your
84. flict might have occurred Do the following to resolve the conflict For a PCI adapter or an internal SCSI device 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program and click on the Docking Station button 2 Assign at least one IRQ value The default setting is IRQ 9 For an ISA adapter card 1 Open Windows 98 or Windows 95 Device Manager and check the resources available for the new card 2 Disconnect the AC Adapter from the SelectaBase 600 port replicator 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 Before you do the following steps read Enabling the IDE Drive on the Docking Station 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 UltraslimBay IDE device in the Docking Station list box if you haven t already and restart the computer 4 Click on Device Manager and check whether there is a resource conflict between the new IDE device and the other devices in the computer If there is a resource conflict see the Online User s Guide Enabling the IDE Drive on the Docking Station If you have installed an IDE device such as a hard disk drive or a CD ROM drive in the docking station you must change the setting on your computer to enable the device By default your computer uses the primary IDE channel for the primary h
85. for the PC Card match the settings in the application program If you are using a modem card check the COM number I O port address and IRQ level If you are using a network card check the I O port address IRQ level and memory window address To check the resources assigned to the PC Card click on PC Card Slots and the Allocated Resources tab in the ThinkPad Configuration program A system resource conflict occurred when a PC Card was used See Resolving System Resource Conflicts in the Online User s Guide PC Card support software does not recognize your PC Card Make sure that If the PC Card is not a modem an ATA a Flash or an SRAM card you have the proper client device driver for the card In Windows 95 the PC Card must have an INF file associated with it Your PC Card supports PCMCIA Release 2 0 2 01 or 2 10 Refer to the manual that came with your PC Card If your PC Card does not support PCMCIA Release 2 0 2 01 or 2 10 you cannot use PC Card Director Contact your PC Card supplier Your PC Card is working by following the diagnostic instructions for your PC Card if any The PC Card is recognized by PC Card support software but the Not Ready or Not Configured message is shown Make sure that The PC Card enabler is installed Refer to the manuals supplied with your PC Card If the PC Card is not a modem an ATA a Flash or an SRAM card you have the proper clien
86. g station when certain PCI cards PnP ISA cards and PC Cards are installed in the docking station If such a condition occurs restart the system Using a PC Card with the Docking Station In the Windows 95 Windows NT Windows 3 1 or DOS environment you need to install the PC Card support software after docking your computer to the docking station If you have already installed the PC Card support software uninstall it and then reinstall it after you dock your computer to the docking station 118 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference V Vv Vv Hints and Limitations Using the USB Connector If your computer tries to enter suspend mode and the request is rejected the device in the USB connector might be disabled If this occurs do a hot unplug and plug operation for the USB device For PCI Cards in the SelectaDock III Docking Station If the setting of the USB connector on your computer is enabled the default setting do not use a PCI Video Card and a PCI Network Card at the same time in the SelectaDock III docking station Your system cannot boot if both cards are inserted For the USB Connector Setting on the SelectaDock III Docking Station Do not disable the USB connector on the SelectaDock III If you disable it the system might hang during a hot or warm dock or undock operation If this occurs restart the system Using the DVD ROM Drive Using a PC Card Do not switch the display mode from the LCD to the external mo
87. gain To turn on the sound press Fn PgUp or Fn PgDn If the computer is in suspend mode and you press the Fn key independently without any function key the computer returns to normal operation Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 13 Functions of Your Computer Numeric Keypad The keyboard has some keys that when enabled work as if they were a 10 key numeric keypad The numeric keypad on the keyboard is not active when the external keyboard or the external numeric keypad is attached to the computer To enable or disable the numeric keypad press and hold Shift and then press NumLk If the numeric keypad is enabled press and hold Shift to temporarily use the cursor and screen control keys The functions of the cursor and screen control keys are not printed on the keys 14 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference UltraslimBay Functions of Your Computer Your ThinkPad 600E computer has an 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 For the detailed information about these devices refer to the manuals shipped with them To replace a device in the UltraslimBay Replacing an UltraslimBay Device on page 89 To attach the diskette drive externally gt Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally on page 58 Chapter
88. get service How to get overnight shipment of customer replaceable parts Please have the following information ready when you call Serial number of your computer and proof of purchase Description of the problem Exact wording of the error message Hardware and software configuration information for your system If possible be at your computer when you call In the U S and Puerto Rico call 1 800 772 2227 In Canada call 1 800 565 3344 These lines are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week The answering technical support representative can also fax or mail you technical or product information such as Product brochures Location of IBM resellers Services available from IBM For more information Online User s Guide Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 39 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 DIMM MB PC Cards Hard Disk Drive MB Battery Pack External Diskette Drive y DVD CD ROM Drive Identification Numbers The serial number label is on the bottom of your computer Write down the machine Type and the serial number S N in the following box IBM Product Name ThinkPad 600E Machine Type 2645 Serial Number
89. graphics Lithium ion battery pack The large capacity lithium ion battery pack extends the operating time of your computer further enhancing to its portability DVD ROM drive A DVD digital versatile disc ROM drive plays presentations recorded with the DVD format and it also plays standard CD ROM discs Audio with 3D stereo sound Your computer is equipped with internal audio record and playback capabilities including 3D three dimensional audio from just two speakers When you enable the 3D stereo feature sounds will appear to be generated all around you even though only two speakers are used The audio feature supports the following Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits stereo and 44 KHz sampling IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference DOS games using the Sound Blaster Pro interface To use the audio function Basic in the Online User s Guide ThinkPad modem The ThinkPad modem enables you to send or receive data faxes and voice over a telephone line This modem uses a digital signal processor DSP called the IBM Advanced Communication Processor and its software can be upgraded allowing great flexibility To use the ThinkPad modem function Basic in the Online User s Guide TrackPoint with enhanced controls Your computer has an enhanced TrackPoint function that enables you to make selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint A new center button converts the TrackPoint into a
90. guration Click on Docking Station oo and put a check mark in the Enable IDE device in the docking station check box by clicking on it Note Do not use IRQ 11 and 15 for the PCI device setting Click on OK 146 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem The MIDI connector on the port replicator does not work Cause and Action To enable the MIDI connector of the port replicator use the ThinkPad Configuration program Make sure that the MIDI connector is enabled by doing the following 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on MIDI Joystick Port 3 Confirm that the MIDI connector is enabled If not click on Enable then click on OK 4 Close the ThinkPad Configuration program and restart the computer Note When you restart the computer you might need to install the MIDI driver Follow the instructions on the screen and install the device driver for your computer s operating system The computer hangs when you power on or resume operation Make sure that The AC Adapter is connected to the port replicator or docking station by following the instructions described in this book The power on indicator of the port replicator or docking station is on The computer is securely attached to the port replicator or the computer and the port replicator are securely attached to the docking station If there is still a problem refer to the manuals shippe
91. have the computer serviced 6xx diskette error Have the computer serviced 11xx serial port error Have the computer serviced 12xx infrared error Have the computer serviced 17xx Have the computer serviced hard disk error 1801 The attached port replicator is not supported unsupported port replicator 24xx Have the computer serviced video error 808x Have the computer serviced PC Card slot error 860x Make sure that the external mouse or the external keyboard is connected pointing device error Diskette and F1 prompts correctly If it is connected correctly have the computer serviced Make sure that the hard disk drive is correctly installed Or make sure that the self starting diskette is inserted correctly with the label facing up and metal shutter end first in the diskette drive If itis press F1 If both prompts remain have the computer serviced 128 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Message A 163 error appears and then the Date and Time window appears fi EA 12 31 ns con eS D 23 59 59 How Minute Second Box Scarce Cause and Action Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer Set the date and time by typing or clicking on A or W to set the values then click on OK If both the power on password and supervisor password are set
92. he installed operating system and previous boot If this function is Enabled and once a Plug and Play capable operating system such as Windows 98 is installed the system BIOS does not configure such hardware resources as system interruptions memory windows and I O port ranges for all the devices in the system If you are going to use a non Plug and Play capable operating system disable this function so that the BIOS will configure hardware resources The Initialize button sets all device settings to their default values ooo IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Date Time Functions of Your Computer Clicking on the Date Time button displays the following Date and Time submenu which you can use to set the current date and time EE 12 31 Date Year Month Day a 23 59 59 y Time Hour Minute Second mA OK cancel a 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 time Instead of typing you can place the pointer on any of the arrow NOTE icons A VW or to adjust the date and time Clicking on the double arrow icon scrolls the numbers faster 2 Click on OK to save the changes or on Cancel to cancel them You can also set the current date and time with the application included with the operating system installed in your computer Chapter 1 Getting Familiar
93. he Enclosure The diskette drive enclosure has a lock on the bottom To remove N the diskette drive from the enclosure hold the lock in the unlocked position and remove the drive The enclosure is designed only for the diskette drive Do not insert any other drive into it Bottom View 60 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard This section explains how to attach an external mouse external numeric keypad and external keyboard to your computer Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad You can attach an external mouse or numeric keypad to the external input device connector g on the rear of the computer Mouse Numeric Keypad If you want to attach the mouse attach it directly to the external input device connector as shown Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 61 Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard N You can use both the IBM PS 2 Miniature Mouse and the TrackPoint as an input device To connect a mouse other than an IBM PS 2 Miniature Mouse Disabling the TrackPoint on page 65 If you want to use both the external numeric keypad and mouse at the same time first connect the keypad cable to the computer 1 then connect the mouse cable 2 to the connector at the rear of the keypad You can remove the keypad cover and use it as a stand for the keypad
94. he docking station Or You have changed the device configuration of your docking station such as when you have installed or removed a device Cold docking resets the docking station s device status recorded on your computer Thereafter you can dock your computer with the docking station at any time To dock the computer for the first time do the following 7 Install new devices in the docking station 2 Connect the AC Adapter If you use a SelectaDock or SelectaDock Il docking station connect the AC Adapter to both a docking station and a SelectaBase 600 port replicator If you use a SelectaDock III docking station connect the AC Adapter to a docking station Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 81 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 computer to it If you use the SelectaDock I SelectaDock II or SelectaDock III docking station the docked status C appears on the docking station status indicator showing that the computer is properly docked 4 Power on the computer Windows 98 or Windows 95 begins to check the status of the docking station and restarts a couple of times Follow the instructions that appear on the screen During this o
95. he power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable A DANGER Electrical current from power telephone and communication cables is hazardous To avoid shock hazard connect and disconnect cables as shown below when installing moving or opening the covers of this product or attached devices The 3 pin power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet To Connect To Disconnect Turn everything OFF Turn everything OFF __ j Win 10 Sin g Dy Ke 3 77 Dy KE First attach all cables to devices First remove the power cord from the outlet AT g a F i Aa Te D d A SOS Remove signal cables from ZI receptacles EL lt Attach the signal cables to t receptacles lt gt Ba e 2 D N 3 e Remove all cables from devices gt _ mD Attach the power cord to an outlet e gt i E ACF RI A ae x D Turn the device ON C 0 ES IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference A DANGER Do not disassemble incinerate or short circuit the rechargeable battery pack Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations In the United States call IBM at 1 800 IBM 4333 for information on disposal A DANGER The lithium battery IBM P N 02K6502 UL recognized component File No MH12210 can be replaced only by your dealer or a
96. hts reserved US Government Users Restricted Rights Use duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp Command Syntax PS2 Parameterl Parameter2 Parameter3 Following are available Parameter1 For the complete command syntax type PS2 Parameter 1 Power Management related 3 Select an item from the menu and follow the instructions on the screen to set the features You can also create a batch file like the one shown to match your operating environment The following sample batch file sets a longer battery operating time Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 117 Hints and Limitations Echo Off Rem SAMPLE Set the parameters to provide maximum power utilization Rem F PS2 PMode Custom DC gt Nul PS2 LCd 3 gt Nul PS2 DISK 3 gt Nul PS2 POwer 5 gt Nul PS2 SPeed Fixed Slow gt Nul PS2 IR Disable gt Nul PS2 SErial OFf gt Nul Using the Hard Disk Drive You can use only 7 9 GB of the hard disk drive of your computer in the Windows 3 1 or DOS environment If you install a hard disk drive with greater capacity you cannot use all of it Using a Docking Station For USB connector considerations when using a docking station see Using the USB Connector on page 119 Hot or Warm Docking to a Docking Station Windows 95 and Windows 98 Only You might not be able to hot or warm dock your computer to the SelectaDock dockin
97. ictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where because of a default on IBM s part including fundamental breach or other liability including negligence and misrepresentation you are entitled to recover damages from IBM In each such instance regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages IBM is liable only for 1 bodily injury including death and damage to real property and tangible personal property and 2 the amount of any other actual loss or damage up to the greater of 100 000 or the charge for the Machine that is the subject of the claim Under no circumstances is IBM liable for any of the following 1 third party claims against you for losses or damages other than those under the first item listed above 2 loss of or damage to your records or data or i 3 economic consequential damages including lost profits or savings or incidental damages even if IBM is informed of their possibility Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction 164 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Notices Notices References in this publication to IBM products
98. ing the Test button displays the Test submenu It is used to tt run diagnostic tests on your computer to check for hardware errors o00 O For more information Testing Your Computer on page 155 Test Pressing the Restart button ends the Easy Setup program and restarts the computer Restart 24 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Functions of Your Computer ThinkPad Configuration Program The ThinkPad Configuration program allows you to set up and customize the computer s built in devices to your needs For N example you can enable or disable a port switch between your computer s LCD and an external monitor and set the power To get specific details about management mode ThinkPad Configuration program click on the Help button This section describes how to start the ThinkPad Configuration program IN For Windows 98 98 To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows 98 do as follows 1 Click on Start ssl 2 Move the cursor to Settings then click on Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 3 Double click on the ThinkPad Configuration icon z You can also start the ThinkPad Configuration program as noe follows Click on Start Wl move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration Find the ThinkPad icon on the bottom right of the taskbar 1 then double click on the icon Sans mos DAY Seen en am Chap
99. ion xii screen color changing 17 expanding or shrinking 13 problems 131 136 scrolling TrackPoint 47 SDRAM 49 security mechanical lock 109 password 94 Personalization Editor 105 screw 110 security screw using 110 sensitivity TrackPoint 46 serial connector problem 152 service getting 38 setup 16 shrinking screen 13 simple boot flag function 18 snapshots of system files 35 software problems 153 sound muting 13 Space Saver Keyboard using 64 standby mode entering 12 startup optimizing 18 sequence setting 20 storage capacity increasing 55 storage devices installing 89 supervisor password 94 changing 100 forgetting 98 removing 100 setting 96 suspend mode entering 12 problems 133 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference suspend mode continued restrictions with PC Card 77 using CD ROM drive with for Windows 95 114 system files restoring 35 system status indicator 7 problems 137 T telephone help by 39 telephony problems 142 television attaching 70 problem 151 ThinkPad Configuration program 25 forDOS 117 window for Windows 98 26 window for Windows NT 27 ThinkPad Customization CD using 30 ThinkPad Web site 35 help at 38 time setting 19 TrackPoint 8 changing the cap 10 disabling 65 enabling 65 magnifying glass 47 press to select 44 scrolling 47 sensitivity 46 using with external mouse restrictions 48 65 troubleshooting audio problems 142 battery problems 137 CD ROM drive problems 138 docki
100. isplay switching function when you are in the dual display mode or displaying the image on the television simultaneously with the LCD Installing a PC Card Installing a PC Card This section describes how to install a PC Card Your computer has two PC Card slots upper slot and lower slot N and supports the following types of cards PC Card Type Type Il and Type III Do not insert a PC Card while CardBus Card the computer is in suspend mode Zoomed Video ZV or hibernation mode Otherwise the system might hang 1 Find the notched edge 1 of the PC Card as shown 1 74 we 2 Insert the PC Card into the appropriate slot according to your PC Card type M FA If you are using a Type or Type II PC Card insert it into NOTE either the upper slot or the lower slot If you are using a Type III PC Card insert the card into the lower slot Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 77 Installing a PC Card 78 EX slot Lower slot 3 Press the PC Card firmly into the connector P For Windows 98 If you have not installed the PC Card driver Windows 98 starts to install it For Windows NT Your computer has PC Card support software called CardWizard You can use the PC Card as soon as you insert the card into the computer The SystemSoft CardWizard window appears and informs you about the new card IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference You have completed s
101. lay output type to the LCD external monitor CRT or both When making a presentation you can click on the Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 27 Functions of Your Computer 28 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference presentation button to disable any system timers such as the LCD turnoff timer or the power management mode timers The Help button displays online help The Exit button Click on this button to save the changes made and to exit from the ThinkPad Configuration window The View Angle buttons Click on the front view or rear view button to display the hardware feature locations The Default button Click on this button to set the default values for each option and to cancel the changes you just made The Status bar The device name and its status appears in the status bar when you place the cursor on a device button The Device buttons Click on the button of your choice from the window then set the options for that device from the window that appears If the device is enabled the red indicator next to the button is lit Otherwise it stays off Only the top portion of the window is displayed when you click on the triangular minimize button in the top right corner 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 are traveling It contains the following information Basic
102. le docked To undock your computer from the docking station when the computer is operating hot undocking or when the computer is in suspend mode warm undocking do the following 1 Select Start in Windows 98 or Windows 95 and then Eject PC The LCD screen on your computer powers off and on Preloaded Applications J ThinkPad Information B fm ThinkPad Tools a Programs a Documents i EA Settings 4 Fine Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 83 Using a Docking Station 84 Presetting a IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Or Turn the security key of the docking station to the eject position and release the key An eject request is made to the operating system It might take some time for this eject operation to end A To see if the eject operation is complete click on Start again NOTE and see if the Eject PC icon still appears If the icon still N CV appears wait until it disappears 2 When you hear a beep turn the security key to the rear again Now you can eject your computer from the docking station If the operating system rejects the eject request a message appears on the screen If this happens try cold undocking La Device to Avoid a Resource Conflict The Windows 98 or Windows 95 plug and play function enables you to use devices that you install in the docking station immediately after you power on your system If you cannot use them a system resource con
103. li rement importante dans les r gions rurales Avertissement L utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui m me il doit avoir recours un service d inspection des installations lectriques ou lectricien selon le cas L indice de charge IC assign chaque dispositif terminal indique REN 0 5 pour viter toute surcharge le pourcentage de la charge totale qui peut tre raccord e un circuit t l phonique boucl utilis par ce dispositif La terminaison du circuit boucl peut tre constitu e de n importe quelle combinaison de dispositifs pourvu que la somme des indices de charge de l ensemble des dispositifs ne d passe pas 5 Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 171 Notices Product Notice Requirements The following notice applies to machines equipped with DVD and TV out function This device is protected by U S patent numbers 4631603 4577216 4819098 and other intellectual property rights The use of Macrovision s copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited pay per view use only unless otherwise authorized in writing by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Notice for Australia The following notice applies when using the telephony functions FOR SAFETY REASONS ONLY CONNECT AUSTEL PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED EQUIPMENT 172 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference
104. lick on Control Panel and then double click on Display Select the Settings tab in the Display Properties window Click on the Advanced button Click on the Monitor tab Click on the Change button The Update Device Driver Wizard appears 8 Select the Next button and follow the instructions on the screen by selecting Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location so you can select the driver you want and then Show all hardware 9 Select Manufacturers and Models for your monitor and follow the instructions on the screen 10 Click on the OK button to close the Properties window after updating the driver 11 Set Colors and Screen area in the Display Properties window 12 Click on the OK button NOOR D Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 149 Troubleshooting Guide Problem The screen is unreadable or distorted Cause and Action Make sure that The display driver is installed correctly by doing the following 1 Click on Start Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel Click on Control Panel and then double click on Display Select the Settings tab in the Display Properties window Windows 98 Click on Advanced Windows NT Click on Display Type Make sure that the ThinkPad display driver is installed in the adapter information window The monitor is set correctly by doing the following 1 Click on the Advanced button in th
105. ll have a problem use a new battery pack The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery pack The over current protective function in the battery pack might be activated Power off the computer for 1 minute to reset this function then power it on again A Hard Disk Drive Problem Problem Cause and Action The hard disk drive makes an intermittent rattling noise The rattling noise might be heard when The hard disk drive starts accessing the data or when it stops You are carrying the hard disk drive You are carrying your computer This is a normal characteristic of a hard disk drive and is not a defect CD ROM Drive Problems Problem Cause and Action The CD ROM drive does not work Make sure that The computer is powered on and a compact disc is properly loaded on the center pivot of the CD ROM drive You should hear a click The CD ROM drive connector is firmly connected to the computer The CD ROM drive tray is firmly closed The device drivers are correctly installed If the CD ROM drive in the docking station does not work do the following 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration 3 Click on Docking Station eh 4 Make sure that you checked Enable IDE device in the docking station Note Do not use IRQ 11 and 15 for the PCI device setting 5 Click on OK 138 IBM ThinkPad 6
106. modem connector is used for connecting your computer to a telephone line The power switch turns the computer on and off The reset switch is used to power the computer off if an application hangs or if the computer will not accept any input Use the tip of a pen to press this switch Bottom View of the Computer The UltraslimBay device lock is a lock for the device in the UltraslimBay When the bay LED is on the system is in use Do not remove a bay device The memory slot cover covers the memory slot 5 8 4 Identifying the Hardware Features The universal serial bus USB connector allows you to connect any device that conforms to the USB interface Many recent digital devices comply to this new standard The power jack is where the AC Adapter cable is connected The serial connector is where you connect a 9 pin serial device cable The system expansion connector 240 pin allows you to connect a port Each of the memory slots accepts an SDRAM dual inline memory module DIMM option The battery pack latch locks or releases the battery pack The serial number label identifies your computer You need this number to get help 11 replicator or docking station The parallel connector is where you connect a parallel printer signal cable The external monitor connector is where you attach an external monitor CRT The external input device connector is used to attach a mou
107. n IBM service representative It contains lithium and can explode if not properly used handled or disposed of Do not 1 throw or immerse into water 2 heat to more than 100 C 212 F or 3 repair or disassemble Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations CAUTION The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display LCD contains mercury Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations The LCD is made of glass and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes then get medical care if any symptoms are present after washing Contents Xiii Xiv Laser Compliance Statement The CD ROM or DVD ROM drive in the IBM ThinkPad 600E computer is a laser product The drive s classification label shown below is located on the top of the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The drive is certified in the U S to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class laser products In other countries the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of EN60825 N pancen Do not open the C
108. n you are not using the TrackPoint during normal operation This is a normal characteristic of the TrackPoint and is not a defect Cursor drifting might occur for several seconds under the following conditions When the computer is powered on When the computer resumes normal operation When the TrackPoint is pressed for a long time When the temperature changes The cursor does not work for a while after the settings in the TrackPoint Properties window have been changed This is a normal characteristic of the cursor Wait several seconds until the cursor returns to the normal state The mouse or pointing device does not work Make sure that the pointing device cable is enabled in the ThinkPad Configuration program Make sure that the mouse or pointing device cable is securely connected to the computer Try using the TrackPoint If the TrackPoint works the error might be due to the mouse If your mouse is incompatible with the IBM PS 2 mouse disable the TrackPoint using the ThinkPad Configuration program Note See the manual supplied with the mouse for more information The mouse buttons do not work Change the mouse driver to Standard PS 2 Port Mouse and then reinstall PS 2 TrackPoint See Advanced in the Online User s Guide for how to install the driver The scrolling or magnifying glass function does not work See the General tab page in Mouse Properties and make sure that the PS 2
109. nce Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally FA 1 When a diskette drive is attached externally another diskette OTE 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 two diskette drives among three locations external docking station and UltraslimBay at the same time For information on supported diskette drives combinations see Table 1 on page 22 Enabling Warm Attachment of an External Diskette Drive When your computer is shipped the diskette drive is recognized as a warm swappable device for the UltraslimBay For an explanation of warm swapping page 90 If you typically use the diskette drive externally you can set its configuration to allow warm attachment externally to your computer To enable warm attachment enter PS2 FDD External at the DOS prompt After you reboot your computer you can warm attach the external diskette drive to your computer The diskette drive is no longer recognized as a warm swappable device for the UltraslimBay however To restore the previous configuration enter PS2 FDD Internal at the DOS prompt After you reboot your computer the diskette drive is recognized as a warm swappable device for the UltraslimBay and no longer as an external diskette drive Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 59 Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally Removing the Diskette Drive from t
110. nd Windows 95 or Windows 98 will assign it to a new PC Card But IRQ 15 must be taken over with IDE2 when a CD ROM drive is reinserted Using a Second CardBus Card If a CardBus Card is already configured in your computer you must configure a second CardBus manually by using the Device Manager To get to the Device Manager click on the System icon in the Control Panel Using a Microphone If you are using a microphone with your computer use the ThinkPad option headset Some microphones such as condenser microphones might need a battery See the instructions that come with the microphone The microphone line in jack of your computer supports either microphone input or line in input but not both You need to mute the function you don t use as follows 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Volume Control The Master Out window appears 3 Move the cursor to the Options menu then click on Properties 4 Put the check mark in the Line In or Mic check box under the Show the following volume controls then click on OK 120 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Hints and Limitations The volume control you have chosen in the Properties window appears in the Master Out window 5 Put a check mark in the Mute check box in the column that you don t use either LINE or MIC Using an External Condenser Microphone The microphone line in jack supports the following
111. ner of the screen This prompt appears each time you power on your computer or when your computer returns from suspend mode to normal operation However a password prompt is not displayed if the computer returns to normal operation because of a preset timer or an incoming call on the modem in which case you will have to display it by pressing a key or moving the pointing device To enter a password do the following 1 Type your password Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 95 Using Passwords The symbol appears each time you press a key Don t hold down a key too long because the same character will be entered continuously 2 Press the Enter key An OK appears if you enter the correct password and an X appears if you enter the wrong password If you fail to enter the correct password in three tries you must power off the computer wait 5 seconds and then power it on again and retry Setting a Password To set a password do the following 1 Start Easy Setup a Press and hold F1 then turn on the computer b Hold F1 until the Easy Setup menu appears 2 Click on Password in the Easy Setup menu For more information on the Password submenu Easy Setup on page 16 3 Click on the type of password you want to set Power On HDD or Supervisor 4 Type your desired appropriate password dedd 96 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using Passwords You can
112. ng station problems 146 DVD ROM drive problems 139 enhanced video problem 142 error codes 125 error messages 125 external monitor problems 148 hard disk drive problem 138 hibernation problems 133 indicator problems 137 troubleshooting continued infrared communication problems 140 input problems 131 LCD problems 136 modem problems 143 MPEG problem 142 no error code 131 no error message 131 other option problems 151 other problems 154 PC Card problems 144 port replicator problems 146 printer problems 148 software problems 153 suspend problems 133 telephony problems 142 television problem 151 universal serial bus USB problem 143 U UltraslimBay 15 storage devices replacing 89 upgrading hard disk 55 USB camera enabling 114 problem 143 V virtual screen function 69 volume changing 13 W Wake on LAN enabling 24 warm undocking 83 warm swap 90 warranty 163 Web site 35 help at 38 Index 177
113. nitor while viewing a DVD with video content such as a DVD movie or business presentation You need to change the display mode before you open an MPEG file to play After your computer returns from standby mode to normal operation you cannot perform hot plug and unplug operations for certain Network PC Cards in the docking station slots Restart the system to solve the problem If you are communicating with a PC Card modem or inserting a PC Card in a PC Card slot do not enter your computer into suspend mode enter into hibernation mode or click on Stand by in the Shut Down Window window Note If you want to enter your computer into suspend mode first stop the PC Card in the PC Card PCMCIA Properties window as follows 1 Click on Start move the cursor to Settings and click on Control Panel 2 Double click on PC Card PCMCIA 3 From the list select the card you are stopping Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 119 Hints and Limitations 4 Click on the Stop button If you remove a communication PC Card from the PC Card slot and then reinsert it later it might not work correctly You need to restart your computer If you install a PC Card after replacing a CD ROM drive with a diskette drive and then later reinsert the CD ROM drive the card might lose its resource name for working A CD ROM drive secondary IDE always uses IRQ 15 but after it is replaced with a diskette drive IRQ 15 will be free a
114. nkPad Configuration program ThinkPad Configuration Program on page 25 Click on the Accessibility amp button and click on Enable for Fn key lock You can also set up by typing PS2 FNS E at the command prompt After you enable the Fn key lock and press Fn once press one of the function keys The computer works the same as when you press Fn the function key If you press Fn twice after enabling the lock pressing a function key alone is recognized as a combination of Fn that function key To stop this function press Fn again Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 11 Functions of Your Computer The following table shows the function of the Fn key combined with keys Feature and Key Combination Meaning icon Power Mode Functions Fuel Gauge If you press this key combination the window for the battery display on or off Only for OS 2 or Windows users status appears or disappears You can set parameters for battery status in the window Note The Fuel Gauge program must be activated before you can use this key combination To activate the Fuel Gauge program do the following 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs ThinkPad and then click on Fuel Power mode switching Lean F11 The processor speed changes as follows K High Performance gt Automatic Customized lt Power Conservation Functions for Battery Power
115. nnn 12 31 98 ber annnnnnnnnnnnn ber _Annnnnnnnnn Pentium x II Processor UUID nnnnnnnn nnnn nnnn nnnn nnnnnnnnnnnn xk Trademark of Intel Corporation You will hear a short beep If you are not sure whether you heard a beep adjust the speaker volume Power off the computer and try again If you still don t hear a beep the speaker is not working Have your computer serviced Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 155 Testing Your Computer 3 Select the Test icon then select the Start icon or press Enter Do not touch the keyboard or the pointing device during the test A window such as the following appears The devices shown i in the window are associated with features and options of your i computer Start Restart Al s 1 Oo A oO Go BA D B SystemBoard Memory Display HDD 1 2 FDD 4 PCMCIA Parallel i 1 ce Serial DSP CDROM 1 Infrared Audio DUD 1 USB 1 USB 2 B 6 a Y HDD 3 HDD 4 FDD 2 PCMCIA 2CDROM 2 DUD 2 Exit If you cannot go to the next menu have your computer serviced If an X appears to the left of a device with an error code below it make a note of the error code and have the computer serviced If you have the SelectaDock or Il docking station as an option NOTE with your computer you need to create the diagnostic diskette to i y test the SelectaDock docking station This diskette r
116. o card is installed Restart the system and then insert the Combo card Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 145 MWB Troubleshooting Guide Problem The computer is disconnected from the network when it attempts to accesses using a PC Card on battery operation Cause and Action Your computer limits the processor speed on battery operation to save battery life however some network cards do not allow processor control Do as follows oO O1 RON o N Click on Start Move the cursor to Settings then click on Control Panel Double click on the ThinkPad Configuration icon Click on Power Management The Power Management Properties window appears Click on the Power Mode tab Make sure Battery is selected in the Power Source list box If it is not select Battery Click on the Customized radio button Select Maximize in the Processor speed list box under Setting details Click on OK to apply the change Docking Station or Port Replicator Problems Problem Cause and Action The IDE CD ROM drive or the hard disk drive in the docking station does not work Make sure that the system resources of the secondary IDE device in the docking station do not conflict with the system resources of the other devices Do the following 1 2 Click on Start Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Confi
117. ocking Station or Port Replicator Problems 146 A Printer Problem 148 External Monitor Problems 148 A Television Problem 151 Other Option Problems 151 Software Problems 153 Other Problems s i wa doe das sement eh we ee 154 Testing Your Computer 155 Appendix A Features and Specifications 157 Featuress T 2a Same ee ne DR CG Sens Ge 157 SPECHICALIONS a to ee ea dk we di mer AR oe EE 159 IBM Power Cords 160 Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 163 Notices 22 bade ne eee MR As eth es oe 165 Year 2000 Readiness and Instructions 165 Trademarks 4 2 5 rs or cal to GR LA a pos ee MO LA de 166 Electronic Emission Notices 167 Telecommunication Notice 169 Industry Canada Requirements 170 Product Notice Requirements 172 Notice for Australia 172 Indek Se ong ha No aes ge ge ee Oe ANT TU We ee SO ae t 173 Contents ix About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 600E computer Before using 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 your computer
118. odes 125 error messages 125 expanding screen 13 external keyboard problems 131 using with numeric keypad 63 external monitor changing display output location 67 disconnecting restrictions 68 problems 148 resolutions 68 setting 66 switching to LCD 12 external mouse problems 131 using with TrackPoint restrictions 65 F floppy disk drive See diskette drive Fn key combination 12 function keys and Fn key 11 H hard disk problem 138 recovering contents 31 upgrading 55 hard disk drive password 94 changing 98 forgetting 98 removing 98 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference hard disk drive password continued setting 96 hibernation mode entering 12 problems 133 restrictions with PC Card 36 using CD ROM drive with for Windows 95 114 with HPFS format for OS 2 116 with NTFS format for Windows NT 114 hot undocking 83 indicators 6 problems 137 infrared port problems 140 input problems 131 installing memory 50 PC Card 77 storage devices for UltraslimBay 89 K keyboard numeric keypad 14 TrackPoint 8 keyboard function Fn key 11 L LAN remote operation enabling 24 LCD problems 136 switching to external monitor 12 location bottom view 4 front view 2 rear view 4 lock mechanical 109 magnifying glass TrackPoint 47 memory 49 calculating size 53 increasing 55 installing 50 removing 54 shortage for DOS 117 for Windows 3 1 115 modem PC Card or built in problems 143 setting for OS 2 116
119. ore your computer entered hibernation mode If the memory size was changed re create the hibernation file If you are using a docking station undock the computer from the docking station before you enter hibernation mode 196 hibernation error The computer cannot read the hibernation file Have the computer serviced 225 unsupported memory The installed DIMM is not supported Note For example this error occurs when you attempt to install EDO DRAM which your computer does not support 2XX memory error Make sure that the DIMM option is correctly installed Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 127 Troubleshooting Guide Message 30x keyboard error Cause and Action Make sure that no object is placed on the keyboard or on the external keyboard if you have one Power off the computer and power off all attached devices Power on the computer first then power on the attached devices If you still have a problem do the following If an external keyboard is connected do the following Power off the computer and disconnect the external keyboard then power on the computer Make sure that your keyboard operation is correct If it is have the external keyboard serviced Make sure that the external keyboard is connected to the correct connector Test the computer by selecting the Start icon in the Easy Setup Test submenu If the computer stops during the test
120. p copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS Personalization into the diskette drive then power on the computer 12 Select Update personalization data at the menu window then follow the instructions on the window Your data is copied from the Utility Diskette for DOS Personalization and stored in the nonvolatile memory in the computer 13 After the data is stored power off the computer 14 Set your password if you have not yet set it Click on Help for more information The information that you typed in will be displayed the next time you power on the computer Deleting the Personalization Window To delete the personalization window and revert to the default password prompt do the following 1 Power off the computer 2 Insert the backup copy of the Utility Diskette for DOS Personalization into the diskette drive then power on the computer 3 Select Delete personalization data from the menu then follow the instructions on the screen 4 After the data is updated restart the computer 108 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using Locks Using Locks You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer to help to prevent 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 the mechanical lock For information on the keyhole location page 4 amp the locking devic
121. pend timer when you are working on the network If you power on the computer with OS 2 Warp installed make sure no disc is in the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive If there is remove it power off the computer and power it on again To power off the computer press the power shutdown switch using the tip of a ballpoint pen The computer does not power off with the power switch If the suspend indicator is on and you are working under battery power change the battery to a fully charged one or change your power source to ac power If you still have a problem press the power shutdown switch using the tip of a ballpoint pen The computer does not start from a diskette Make sure that the startup sequence in Easy Setup is set so that the computer starts from the diskette drive see Easy Setup on page 16 154 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Testing Your Computer Testing Your Computer If you still have a problem with your computer after using the Troubleshooting Charts test the computer using the Test function of Easy Setup To test your computer do the following 1 Make sure that the speaker volume control is in the middle position 2 Press and hold F1 then power on the computer to start Easy Setup Hold F1 until the following Easy Setup menu appears Easy Setup a A 592 fe Config Date Time Password Start up Test nnnn
122. peration Windows 98 or Windows 95 creates a configuration profile for the docking station with the name Dock X can be any number from 1 to 3 The message Version Conflict might appear on the screen Answer Yes to the prompt Do you want to keep this file 5 In Windows 98 or Windows 95 select My Computer Control Panel System and then the Hardware Profile tab 6 Make sure the new profile Dock X is created Also select the Device Manager tab and make sure that the new devices are displayed in the device list If Dock X is not created repeat from step 1 If the symbol or x appears next to the device symbol a resource conflict might have occurred Resolve the problem by referring to Resolving System Resource Conflicts in the Online User s Guide After the new hardware profile Dock X is created you can dock or undock your computer to the docking station while power is on 82 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Using a Docking Station Undocking When Your Computer Is Powered On or in Suspend Mode Hot or Warm Undocking If your computer does not enter suspend mode while it is docked in the docking station do the following 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on the Power Management d button 3 Click on the Suspend Resume Options tab 4 Put a check mark in the Suspend hibernate while docked check box by clicking on it Your computer can now enter suspend mode whi
123. phone or external speakers APR A A 8 WO 11 Identifying the Hardware Features The microphone line in jack a inch 3 5 mm diameter jack is where you connect a microphone or an external stereo audio device You can attach the diskette drive as an external diskette drive if another device is in the UltraslimBay The diskette eject button ejects the diskette from the diskette drive The video out connector is used for connecting your computer to a television or a VCR to send video images to these devices The LCD latch opens the LCD when pressed The UltraslimBay accepts storage devices such as a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive 14 15 16 17 18 19 The click buttons work with the TrackPoint 18 and provide a function similar to that of mouse buttons The hard disk drive is the built in to the computer The Fn key is used with the function keys to activate the Fn key functions The left and right internal speakers generate stereo sound The TrackPoint is a built in pointing device that provides a function similar to that of a mouse The system status indicators with their associated symbols show the system status gt page 6 Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 3 Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View Bottom View 4 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Rear View of the Computer The security keyhole is used with a mechanical lock The
124. process you can perform without moving your fingers from their typing position fn You can set the following features by customizing the NOTE TrackPoint Press to Select Sensitivity Scrolling or Magnifying Glass For more information gt Customizing the TrackPoint on page 44 8 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Functions of Your Computer The TrackPoint consists of a stick on the keyboard and three click buttons below the keyboard Movement of the cursor on the screen is controlled by the amount of pressure that you apply to the nonslip cap on the stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard the stick itself does not move The speed at which the cursor moves corresponds to the pressure you apply to the stick The functions of the left and right click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a traditional mouse these functions depend on the software you are using The function of the center button is described on page 47 brs Onan Ry DN ONY LY Oy Y lx h O Y A M N iy Mi Left click button Right click button Center button A Ll V If you are not familiar with using the TrackPoint these instructions will help you get started 1 Place your hands in the typing position and press gently with either index finger on the stick in the direction you want the cursor to move Pressing the stick away f
125. r TFT technology The LCD displays output with XGA 1024x768 resolution video mode and 16M colors If you are attaching an external monitor that supports a resolution higher than VGA mode you can achieve a maximum of 1280x1024 video resolution To attach an external monitor do the following 1 Power off the computer 2 Connect the external monitor to the external monitor connector Ch on the rear of the computer then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet 3 Power on the external monitor and the computer 4 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program See ThinkPad Configuration Program on page 25 66 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Attaching an External Monitor 5 Change the display output location by clicking on the Both LCD and CRT Display T 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 of the top center of the screen Pf Do not change the display output location when your computer id doing any of the following Playing or recording audio Playing a movie Playing a game Running any other multimedia application Stop these applications before changing the display output location If you are attaching an external monitor that supports only VGA mode 640x480 resolution do not click on Both LCD and CRT Display Doing so would cause the external monitor screen to be scrambled and the outpu
126. rackPoint Increasing Memory Installing the DIMM Removing the DIMM Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Attachin the Diskette Drive Externally Enabling Warm Attachment of an External Diskette Drive Removing the Diskette Drive from the Enclosure Attaching an External Mouse Keypad and Keyboard Attaching an External Mouse or Numeric Keypad Attaching an External Keyboard and Mouse Disabling the TrackPoint vii viii Attaching an External Monitor 66 Attaching a Television to Your Computer 70 Using a Dual Display Function 72 Installing a PC Card 77 Removing the PC Card 79 Using a Docking Station 80 Replacing an UltraslimBay Device 89 Warm Swaping a Device in the UltraslimBay 90 Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 93 Using Passwords 94 Entering a Password 95 Setting a Password 96 Changing or Removing a Password 98 Using the Personalization Editor 105 Entering Your Personal Data 105 Deleting the Personalization Window 108 Using Locks aa 8 oes ig oa SERA RE Ru s
127. rd the right side To avoid damaging the DIMM do of the socket insert the DIMM at an angle of not touch its contact edge approximately 20 into the socket then press it firmly 1 6 Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place 2 If you want to install two DIMMs remove the 32 MB DIMM which have already been installed gt page 54 and install the second one by repeating steps 4 through 6 Notch Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 51 Increasing Memory 7 Replace the memory slot cover over the memory slot aligning the back side of the cover first then tighten the screw 8 Replace the battery pack gt page 36 9 Turn the computer over again and power it on 10 Contirm that the new memory size appears at the upper left corner of the screen For example if you install a 32 MB DIMM into your computer with 64 MB base memory you should see the following See the next page for how to calculate the total memory size 97728 KB OK You have finished installing the DIMM Reconnect all cables 52 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Increasing Memory For the following status power off the computer and go to page 50 to reinstall the DIMM and do the memory test with Easy Setup see page 155 If a 2 1 error code appears under the memory count 48576 KB OK ail If the total memory size is not the same as the value you calculated If the 225 error code appears the memory
128. rew 7 Replace the battery pack 8 Turn the computer over again then connect the AC Adapter and all the cables you disconnected Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the original built in hard disk drive with an optional one You can purchase the option from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative FA Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it NOTE repaired You should not replace it often pe Handling a Hard Disk Drive Do not drop or apply any shock Do not apply pressure to the cover Do not touch the connector The drive is very sensitive Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk Before removing the hard disk drive make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk Never remove the drive while the system is operating in suspend mode or in hibernation mode To replace the hard disk drive do the following 1 Power off the computer then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer and turn the computer upside down 2 Remove the battery pack gt page 36 Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 55 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 3 Remove the coin screw by rotating it counterclockwise with a coin as shown 1 then remove the hard disk drive cover 2 m CAUTION Do not use your fingernails to open the h
129. rive Station Case FDD 1 None None 1 Case None None FDD 1 2 Case None FDD 1 None 3 Case FDD 1 None FDD 2 4 Case FDD 1 FDD 2 None 5 Note The external diskette drive connecting both the computer and the port replicator and the diskette drive in the docking station use a common port You cannot use more than two diskette drives among the three locations at the same time You can use the diskette drive in the UltraslimBay without any restriction because the port is independent Functions of Your Computer The HDD 1 to HDD 4 icons are assigned to each hard disk drive in the following priority 1 The primary hard disk drive placed in the hard disk bay of the computer 2 A hard disk drive in the UltraslimBay 3 A hard disk drive in the UltraslimBay tray of the docking station 4 A hard disk drive in the device space of the docking station 5 A hard disk drive connected to the computer with a SCSI connector For example if you don t have the hard disk drive in the computer s UltraslimBay but you have one in the docking station that hard disk drive becomes HDD 2 If you are using a remote program loading RPL system through a token ring card or some other network card do the following 1 Select Network and click on it The Speed menu appears 2 If you are using a token ring card select the speed you want 4 or 16 and click on it then press Enter If you are using a network card
130. rol Panel 11 Select the Settings tab 72 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 the LCD 15 Select the color depth and the resolution of the primary display 16 Click on the Monitor 2 icon for the secondary display the CRT or TV 17 Select the color depth and the resolution of the secondary display 18 Set the relative position of the each monitor by dragging its icon pal You can set the monitors in any relative position but the icons NOTE must touch each other 19 Click on OK to apply the changes Disabling the Dual Display 7 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel then click on Control Panel 3 Double click on Display 4 Select the Settings tab 5 Click on the Monitor 2 icon for the secondary display the CRT or TV Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 73 Attaching an External Monitor 6 Remove the check mark from the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor check box The secondary display monitor 2 is disabled but you can reenable it by following the procedure from step 12 on page 73 To disable the dual display function entirely for better performance and removing some limitaions
131. rom you moves the cursor up the screen pressing it toward you moves the cursor down the screen You can also move the cursor side to side by pressing sideways The cursor might drift This is not a defect Do not use the fa Mi T TrackPoint until the cursor stops moving LV Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 9 Functions of Your Computer 10 Left click button Right click button Center button 2 Press the left and right click buttons with either thumb to select and drag as required by your software By enabling Press to Select you can make the TrackPoint stick function the same as the left or right click button For more information Customizing the TrackPoint on page 44 P Changing the Cap The cap 1 onthe end of the TrackPoint stick is removable You can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your computer IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Fn Key Functions of Your Computer The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly When you use the following functions press and hold the Fn key 1 then press the appropriate function key 2 F1 to F12 PgUp PgDn or BackSpace P The Fn Key Lock Function The following setup gives you the same effect as when you press and hold the Fn key and then press an appropriate function key Start the Thi
132. s open the LCD to a wide angle The communication application running on your computer is compatible with that running on the other computer Refer to the application manuals for more information 140 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem Incorrect data is sent between your computer and a communicating device Cause and Action Make sure that The distance and angle between your computer and the device is within the set range The communication speeds are the same There are no other devices that radiate infrared rays such as remote controlled devices or wireless headphones near your computer or the communicating device You are not operating under direct sunlight No fluorescent lamps are near your computer or the communicating device You cannot use DMA channels for both the parallel connector and the infrared port If you enable ECP and choose DMAS3 the default value for the parallel connector you might be prompted if you want to disable DMA for the infrared port To use DMA channels for both the parallel and infrared ports do the following 1 Click on OK to disable DMA for the infrared port Close a parallel port panel Click on the Infrared device button to open the infrared panel Choose DMAO or DMA for infrared port on the panel a A WO N If you see the panel prompting if you want to disable DMA for an audio device click on OK Chapter 4
133. scroll controlling device or a magnifying glass on the screen To use the TrackPoint gt TrackPoint on page 8 PC Card support Your computer provides two PC Card slots that accept a 16 bit PC Card CardBus Card or Zoomed Video Card To install a PC Card Installing a PC Card on page 77 Vi IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Contents Copyright IBM Corp 1998 Functional Highlights About This Book Safety Information Laser Compliance Statement Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer Identifying the Hardware Features System Status Indicators Functions of Your Computer Keyboard Functions UltraslimBay _ ThinkPad Utility Programs Online User s Guide Backing Up Your System Recovering Lost or Damaged Software ConfigSate jet cote Bw Spe Ae OEE pu fins L ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board Replacing the Battery Pack Geng Service 2 paa ede ge na a Ge ada he A Help at the ThinkPad Web Site Help by Telephone Recording Sheet Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer _ Customizing the T
134. se an external keyboard or an external numeric keypad to the computer Put your name plate here To remove the hard disk loosen this hard disk drive screw You can use the security screw shipped with your computer as a hard disk screw The battery pack is a built in power source for the computer Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 5 System Siatus Indicators System Status Indicators status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors The system green The Each indicator is identified with a symbol following shows the location and the meaning of each icon and orange IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 6 System Status Indicators Symbol Color Meaning 1 Battery status h Green Enough battery power remains for operation Blinking orange The battery pack needs to be charged When the indicator starts blinking orange the computer beeps three times Orange The battery pack is being charged 2 Suspend mode C Green The computer is in suspend mode See the Online User s Guide Blinking green The computer is entering suspend or hibernation mode or is resuming normal operation 3 Hard disk in use BIC Orange Data is being read from or written to the hard disk or read from DVD or CD ROM drive Do not enter the computer
135. sible to the modem If you experience trouble with this equipment contact your Authorized Seller or the IBM Corporation for information 8 The modem may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs Contact your state public utility commission or corporation commission for information 9 When ordering network interface NI service from the Local Exchange Carrier specify service arrangement USOC RJ11C Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 169 Notices Industry Canada Requirements Notice Caution Avis The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications networks protective operational and safety requirements The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of communication In some cases the company s inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly telephone extension cord The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be m
136. st permis de le raccorder aux installations de l entreprise locale de t l communication Le mat riel doit galement tre install en suivant une m thode accept e de raccordement Dans certains cas les fils int rieurs de l entreprise utilis s pour un service individuel ligne unique peuvent tre prolong s au moyen d un dispositif homologu de raccordement cordon prolongateur t l phonique interne L abonn ne doit pas oublier qu il est possible que la conformit aux conditions nonc es ci dessus n empechent pas la d gradation du service dans certaines situations Actuellement les entreprises de 170 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Notices t l communication ne permettent pas que l on raccorde leur mat riel des jacks d abonn sauf dans les cas pr cis pr vus par les tarifs paticuliers de ces entreprises Les r parations de mat riel homologu doivent tre effectu es par un centre d entretien canadien autoris d sign par le fournisseur La compagnie de t l communications peut demander l utilisateur de d brancher un appareil la suite de r parations ou de modifications effectu es par l utilisateur ou cause de mauvais fonctionnement Pour sa propre protection l utilisateur doit s assurer que tous les fils de mise la terre de la source d nergie lectrique des lignes t l phoniques et des canalisations d eau m talliques s il y en a sont raccord s ensemble Cette pr caution est particu
137. t device driver for the card In Windows 95 the PC Card must have an INF file associated with it The resources for the PC Card are correctly reserved Refer to Resolving System Resource Conflicts in the Online User s Guide 144 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Troubleshooting Guide Problem To start from the PC Card do as follows The system cannot start from the PC Card Cause and Action 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program 2 Click on the UltraslimBay 1 button 3 Remove the check mark from the Enable Hot Warm Swapping of UltraslimBay check box by clicking on it 4 Click on OK Make sure that the correct system resources are being used for the PC Card ATA IRQ 15 I O 170 177h 376h Note The secondary IDE should be disabled RPL Token Ring IRQ 9 Memory D6000 DBFFFh 1 O A20 A23h RPL Ethernet IRQ 5 Memory D2000 D7FFFh I O 300 31Fh The PC Card is installed and configured but it does not work Modem card Make sure all settings in the Modem Control panel and in your communication application correspond and are correct SCSI card Make sure the correct driver for the SCSI card is installed Note SCSI cards can be inserted while you are operating your computer however it is recommended that you insert them at boot time Network card Make sure all network components are correctly installed Combo card Make sure the correct driver for the Comb
138. t not to be displayed in addition the screen might become damaged Use CRT Display Only instead lt You can also change the display output location by pressing NC DE Fn F7 6 Set your monitor type and display device driver as follows FA For information on the supported color depths and resolutions NOT gt Resolutions Color Depths and Frame Rates on page 68 Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 67 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 Device Driver Wizard window appears Follow the instructions on the screen to select your monitor type from the monitor list and click on a new resolution color depth and refresh rate 7 Restart the computer to make the changes effective IMPORTANT V Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in suspend mode or hibernation mode If no external monitor is attached when the computer resumes the LCD remains blank and output is not displayed This restriction does not depend on the resolution value Resolutions Color Depths and Frame Rates The following tables show the resolutions color depths and frame rates available with your computer or external moni
139. t you want to make ConfigSafe Backing Up Your System 1 You can select more than one group by clicking while pressing Ctrl 2 The number of the diskettes required is shown beside the diskette group You do not need to use a blank diskette the Diskette Factory prompts you to reformat diskettes that are not blank 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 ConfigSafe is an application program for Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NT that periodically takes snapshots of your system files If your computer does not operate properly after you install a new device driver or software use ConfigSafe to restore the last working version of your system files Although it might not make your new hardware or software work it will set your computer up and running again This application protects your data ThinkPad Web Site or Bulletin Board IBM supplies all of the latest hardware device drivers and system BIOS for your computer on the ThinkPad Web site at http www ibm com thinkpad You can also use the IBM bulletin board service For more information about electronic service and support Basic in the Online User s Guide Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 35 Replacing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack To replace the battery p
140. tation attached to your computer To solve the problem do the following 1 Make sure a hard disk drive without the error is installed in the main hard disk bay of your computer If the hard disk drive is installed in the UltraslimBay tray of the docking station power off the computer and reinstall it into the main hard disk bay of your computer Then power the computer on again 2 Press Enter 3 Type your supervisor password at the power on password prompt Ifthe 158 error appears again press Enter to proceed to the Easy Setup Password submenu 4 Select the Supervisor icon then press Enter The same password as the supervisor password is set for the hard disk password on the main hard disk bay 5 Restart the computer 159 supervisor password error The hard disk password differs from the supervisor password The hard disk drive with the error can be in any of the following The main hard disk drive bay of your computer The UltraslimBay The UltraslimBay tray of the docking station attached to your computer To solve the problem do the following 1 Make sure the hard disk drive password and the supervisor password differ If the hard disk drive is in the UltraslimBay tray of the docking station power off the computer and reinstall it into the main bay of your computer Then power on the computer again 2 Change the hard disk password to the supervisor password at the hard disk password prompt
141. telephone company 3 The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have those devices ring when your number is called In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs of all devices should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN you should call your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area 4 If the built in modem causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice isn t practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC 5 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper operation of your equipment If they do you will be given advance notice so as to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service 6 If you experience trouble with this built in modem contact your IBM Authorized Seller or the IBM Corporation 500 Columbus Avenue Thornwood NY 10594 1 800 772 2227 for repair warranty information The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure the equipment is not malfunctioning 7 No customer repairs are pos
142. ter For information on attaching a diskette drive externally gt page 58 If the external diskette drive is attached another diskette drive cannot be installed in the UltraslimBay Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 91 Replacing an UltraslimBay Device 92 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Chapter 3 Copyright IBM Corp 1998 r TE Your Computer O ye This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft or unauthorized use It also describes how to display your personal information such as your name or address on the password prompt screen Using Passwords 94 Entering a Password 95 Setting a Password 96 Changing or Removing a Password 98 For a Power On Password or Hard Disk Drive Password 98 For a Supervisor Password 100 Removing a Power On Password with Supervisor Authority 103 Using the Personalization Editor 105 Entering Your Personal Data 105 Deleting the Personalization Window 108 USING ILOCKS 22 42 e i hoa eS Pal eee ee EN Nas 109 Using the Security Screw 110 93 Using Passwords Using Passwords 94 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference The password setting feature helps to prevent your computer from being used by others Once you set a password a prompt appears on
143. ter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 25 Functions of Your Computer 26 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference The following window appears The Display Device buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the display output type to the LCD external monitor CRT or both The Power Scheme buttons change the preset power options The Launch Device Manager button displays the System Properties window where you can make a device available or unavailable The Show Allocated Resources View button displays the Allocated Resources View window where you can check the memory addresses and other allocation settings The Help button displays online help The Device buttons Click on the button of your choice from the window If the device is enabled the red indicator next to the button is lit Otherwise it stays off Functions of Your Computer For Windows NT To start the ThinkPad Configuration program for Windows NT do as follows 1 Click on Start at the bottom corner of the screen 2 Move the cursor on Programs ThinkPad then click on ThinkPad Configuration The following window appears 1 The One Touch Setup buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the system configuration 2 The Power Mode buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the power mode to High Performance mode Automatic mode or Customized mode 3 The Display Device buttons Click on one of these buttons to set the disp
144. the drive is installed in UltraslimBay If you want to use suspend mode and hibernation mode change the properties of the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive as follows 1 Click on Start and move the cursor to Settings and Control Panel Then click on Control Panel 2 Double click on System 3 Click on the Device Manager tab and double click on CD ROM 4 Click on the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive name under CD ROM then click on the Properties button 5 Click on the Settings tab and remove the check mark from the Auto insert notification check box in Options by clicking on it 6 Click on OK to restart the computer For Windows NT N IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference For Windows NT 4 0 hibernation is not supported if the drive is formatted by NTFS For more information refer to the following Web site http www pc ibm com support If you insert a PC Card into the PC Card slot there might be an X mark in the list of the card information in the PC Card PCMCIA Device window in the Control Panel The X does not affect any function however 3 N 1 Hints and Limitations 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 a printer 2 Reconfigure the UMB upper memory block using the DEVICEHIGH statement 3 Use the multiple configuration setup for DOS refer
145. the problem have the computer and option serviced The serial connector does not work Make sure that the serial connector is enabled by doing the following For Windows 98 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program MM Click on Serial Port EF Select Enable Click on Device Manager Check the ports in the Device Manager window and make sure the settings are correct 6 Click on OK For Windows NT O1 amp ND 1 Start the ThinkPad Configuration program Ut 2 Click on Serial Port EF 3 Select Enable then select COM1 COM2 COM3 or COMA 4 Click on OK 152 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference APRA FH Troubleshooting Guide Software Problems Problem Cause and Action An application does not run correctly Check the following to make sure that the problem is not being caused by the application Your computer has the minimum required memory to run the application Refer to the manuals supplied with the application The application is designed to operate with your operating system Other applications run correctly on your computer The necessary device drivers are installed 4 Advanced in the Online User s Guide The application works OK when it is run on some other computer If an error message appears when you are using the application program refer to the manuals supplied with the application If these items are correct and you still have a problem
146. the screen each time you power on the computer You must enter your password at the prompt You cannot use the computer unless you type the correct password You can set the following passwords on your computer Power on password Set the power on password to protect your computer from use by another person The power on password is required both at startup and when resuming from suspend mode Hard disk drive password The hard disk drive password provides an extra measure of security Even if you set a power on password another user can remove the hard disk drive in your computer and put it ina different computer to access your data If you seta hard disk drive password however another person cannot access the data on your hard disk without knowing the password A hard disk drive password provides the following security features You need to type the hard disk drive password at startup If the hard disk drive is moved to another computer the hard disk drive password must be typed at startup Therefore unauthorized users cannot access your hard disk even if the drive is removed from the computer If you have not set a supervisor password the hard disk drive password is required when the computer resumes from suspend mode If you put a check mark in the Prompt for password when computer goes off standby check box in the Power Management Properties window you are required to use the Windows 98 logon password
147. to the documents supplied with DOS Use the DOS command command MEM C to review your DOS memory usage occasionally If you have installed more than 256 MB of memory check the 386Enh section of the SYSTEM INI file and do one of the following If the PageOverCommit line is in the file make sure its value is 3 If it is not change it to 3 If the PageOverCommit line is not in the file add PageOverCommit 3 After you change or add the value shut down Windows 3 1 and power off the computer then power it on again after 5 seconds a The PageOverCommit value could be 2 or 1 NOTE IY For more information on the PageOverCommit value Windows 3 1 manuals Chapter 4 Solving Computer Problems 115 Hints and Limitations 116 For OS 2 Warp IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference If you have formatted your drive using high performance file system HPFS and your system has more than 64 MB memory installed hibernation mode is not supported If the COM port does not work even though you have set it up correctly with the ThinkPad Configuration program do as follows Open System Setup Select Hardware Manager Select a folder from the menu Select Properties In the default pull down menu select No Hardware Detection If it has already been selected change the setting 6 Open the ThinkPad Configuration program 7 Set the COM port as desired 8 Restart the system ARON
148. tor Use these tables to set the display output LCD Only CRT Display Only or Both LCD and CRT Display A When installing an operating system you must install the display NOTE driver supplied with the computer to use XGA mode 68 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 Resolution Supported Color Depth 640x480 VGA 16 256 64K and 16M 800x600 SVGA 256 64K and 16M 1024x768 XGA 256 64K and 16M 1280x1024 SXGA 256 Virtual Screen You can use the virtual screen function to display a part of the high resolution screen image produced by your computer You can see other parts by moving the screen with the TrackPoint or other pointing device Displaying output only on the external monitor CRT Display Only Resolution Supported Color Refresh Rate Depth 640x480 VGA sy oh ang 60 Hz 75 Hz or 85 Hz 800x600 SVGA ae 64r and 60 Hz 75 Hz or 85 Hz a 256 64K and 7 Hz 70 Hz 75 Hz or 85 1280x1024 SXGA 256 60 Hz If you are using an old external monitor the resolution and refresh rate might be limited Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 69 Attaching an External Monitor Attaching a Television to Your Computer This section is applicable only if your computer has video out connector For consider
149. ttached go to Case 2 on page 33 If you have a diskette drive installed in your computer s UltraslimBay replace it with the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive see Replacing an UltraslimBay Device on page 89 Then go to Case 1 Case 1 Your computer supports startable CDs when the startable CD ROM function is enabled To use the Recovery CD enable this function then recover the system 1 Power off the computer 2 Insert the Recovery CD into the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive 3 Power on your computer while pressing and holding the F1 key Hold the F1 key until the Easy Setup window appears 4 Click on Start up 5 Click on Power on 6 Click on Reset 7 Click on CDROM 8 Click on OK 9 Click on Exit The startable CD ROM function is enabled 10 Click on Restart and then OK The computer restarts Backing Up Your System 11 Follow the instructions on the screen 12 When a completion message appears remove the Recovery CD from the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive 13 Power off the computer 14 Power on your computer while pressing and holding the F1 key Hold the F1 key until the Easy Setup window appears 15 Click on Start up 16 Click on Power on 17 Click on Reset 18 Set the startup device and then click on OK 19 Click on Exit 20 Click on Restart and then OK Your computer restarts with the preinstalled configuration Case 2 1 Power off the computer 2 Insert the Recovery CD Boot Diskette in the diske
150. tte drive 3 Power on your computer 4 Insert the Recovery CD into the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive 5 Follow the instructions on the screen Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with Your Computer 33 Backing Up Your System 34 The recovery program on the boot diskette includes drivers to support many devices such as an external CD ROM drive a docking station and a hard disk drive Choose an appropriate option You are prompted if user intervention is required 6 When a completion message appears remove the Recovery CD Boot diskette form the diskette drive 7 Press Restart Your computer restarts with the preinstalled configuration Using the Diskette Factory IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference The Diskette Factory program contains all the hardware device drivers for your computer in the Windows 98 Windows 95 and Windows NT environment For the device drivers for Windows 3 1 OS 2 and DOS gt http www ibm com thinkpad With this program you can create the utility and device driver diskettes To recover a particular device driver or utility program create the backup diskettes for it with the Diskette Factory then reinstall it To create the backup diskettes do the following 1 Click on Start 2 Move the cursor to Programs and ThinkPad then click on Diskette Factory 3 Click on the tab at the top corresponding to the operating system you are using 4 Click on the diskette group for the backup copy tha
151. type a maximum of seven random characters using a combination of letters A to Z and numbers 0 to 9 Uppercase and lowercase letters for example A and a are treated as the same character If you type a wrong character use the Backspace key to erase it and then type the correct one 5 Press Enter The Password Confirmation window appears D 6 Type your password again to verify it then press Enter again FA The following window appears if you are setting the N TE hard disk drive or the supervisor password reminding you to ey write down the password and keep it in a safe place e4 gh Your password is set Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 97 Using Passwords P Do Not Forget Your Password If you forget your hard disk drive or supervisor password there is no way to reset your password or recover data from the hard disk You have to take your computer to an IBM reseller or an IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk or the system board replaced Proof of purchase is required and an additional charge might be required for the service Neither an IBM reseller nor IBM marketing representative can make the hard disk drive usable Changing or Removing a Password This security feature prevents someone from removing a password and using yo
152. ur computer To change or remove a password do the following For a Power On Password or Hard Disk Drive Password 1 Power off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds then power on the computer The password prompt appears 2 Type your current password 98 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 al gt gt ef You have removed your password Skip the remaining steps 4 To change the password type the new password then press the Spacebar EEO R Chapter 3 Protecting Your Computer 99 Using Passwords 5 Type the new password again to verify it then press Enter The following window appears and the system starts nn DD att NOTE Write down the password and keep it in a safe place You have changed your password For a Supervisor Password 1 Start Easy Setup a Press and hold F1 then turn on the computer b Hold F1 until the password prompt appears ei 2 Enter the supervisor password The Easy Setup menu appears 100 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 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 and press the Spacebar 6 Press Enter twice 7 Click on Exit then
153. vailable as an option Different capacities of DIMM up to 128 MB are available You can install a DIMM directly in one of the memory slots on the bottom of the computer Your computer memory capacity can be expanded up to 288 MB 32 MB base memory and two 128 MB DIMM options pf Your computer supports the synchronous dynamic random access memory SDRAM card only It does not support the extended data output dynamic random access memory EDO DRAM card If you install a DIMM that is not supported by your computer a 225 error code might appear when the system starts The appropriate memory option can be purchased through your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 49 Increasing Memory Installing the DIMM To install the DIMM do the following 1 Power off the computer then disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer 2 Close the LCD turn the computer over and then remove the battery pack gt page 36 3 Loosen the screw on the memory slot cover then remove the cover pe Handling a Screwdriver Use a screwdriver that fits the screw Use the screwdriver perpendicular to the head of the screw Handle the screwdriver properly otherwise you might damage the screw 50 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Increasing Memory pe 4 Find the notch on the side of the DIMM 5 With the notched end of the DIMM towa
154. virtual screen You cannot use 16M colors on the television You cannot display the output only with the television You can use the television only with the LCD not with an external monitor CRT You need to enable the television settings every time you start your computer to use this function with the TV as the secondary display or the simultaneous display Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 75 PA A A A A PA Attaching an External Monitor 76 IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference Note the following when the TV is the secondary display or the simultaneous display Because of the television accept ratio screen shape the edge of the image will be cut off even when you set the smallest resolution If you set the CRT as your secondary display and you want to show DOS full screen both primary LCD and secondary CRT become DOS full screen modes The screen will be blank when you use DOS full screen VGA mode on television If you play the video clip AVI or MPEG file the image is in overlay mode on the LCD and TV when you use them simultaneously but only on the LCD when you use the dual display function If you play the video clip AVI or MPEG file and move the cursor on the window the cursor disappears under the image An application using the DirectDraw or the Direct3D is shown only on the primary display LCD when it is played with full screen mode You cannot use the Fn F7 d
155. you are installing is not supported by your computer If you changed the memory installed in the computer you need to create a new hibernation file as follows a Power off the computer b Remove the DIMM you added c Power on the computer and disable hibernation mode d Add the DIMM e Enable hibernation mode To disable and enable hibernation mode gt Basic in the Online User s Guide P How to Calculate Total Memory Size Calculate your total memory size in kilobytes KB by adding the DIMM memory size to the base memory size 64960 KB For example if you installed a 32 MB DIMM into your computer with 64 MB base memory you should have about 96 MB Your computer might display memory size in kilobytes For example 96 MB 97728 KB Note 576 KB is reserved by the system Chapter 2 Extending the Features of Your Computer 53 Increasing Memory 54 Removing the DIMM IBM ThinkPad 600E User s Reference 1 Power off the computer and disconnect the AC Adapter and all cables from the computer 2 Close the LCD turn the computer over and then remove the battery pack 3 Loosen the screw and remove the memory slot cover 4 Press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time HE 5 Remove the DIMM Be sure to save the DIMM for future use 6 Replace the memory slot cover then tighten the sc

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