Lenovo ThinkPad G41 (English) Service and Troubleshooting guide for the ThinkP - Page 42
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Solving computer problems normal operation. This is a normal characteristic of the TrackPoint and is not a defect. The pointer drifts for several seconds under the following conditions: v When the computer is turned on. v When the computer resumes normal operation. v When the TrackPoint is pressed for a long time. v When the temperature changes. Problem: The mouse or the pointing device does not work. Solution: Make sure that the TrackPoint is set to Automatic in the ThinkPad Configuration Program. Then detach the mouse or the pointing device, and try using the TrackPoint. If the TrackPoint works, the error might be due to the mouse or the pointing device. Make sure that the cable for the mouse or the pointing device is securely connected. If your mouse is incompatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse, disable the TrackPoint, using the ThinkPad Configuration Program. Note: For more information, see the manual supplied with the mouse. Problem The mouse buttons do not work. Solution Change the mouse driver to Standard PS/2® Port Mouse, and then reinstall IBM PS/2 TrackPoint. Drivers are provided in the C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive. If your hard disk drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the ThinkPad Web site. To access this Web site, press the Access IBM button. The Access IBM panel opens. On it, click Get Help & Support, and then click Download & update. Select Device drivers & software downloads. Problem The scrolling or magnifying glass function does not work. Solution Check the mouse driver in the Device Manager window, and make sure that the IBM PS/2 TrackPoint driver is installed. Standby or hibernation problems Problem: The computer enters standby mode unexpectedly. 20 ThinkPad® G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide