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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under "Safety information" on page xiii and "Notices" on page 203. 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: Certificate numbers ( ): Input ac 100 V 50/60 Hz Output dc 16 V 91-56010 91-56011 91-56012 91-56055 91-56887 First Edition (January 1999) 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 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 1999. 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.

Section	Page
Functional highlights	5
About this book	11
Safety information	13
Handling the ThinkPad computer	15
Chapter 1: Basic information on your computer	17
Identifying the hardware features	18
System-status indicators	22
Online User's Guide	24
Backing up your system	25
Recovering lost or damaged software	25
ConfigSafe	29
ThinkPad Web site or bulletin board	29
Getting service	30
Help at the ThinkPad Web site	30
Help by telephone	31
Recording sheets	32
Chapter 2: Using your computer and extending its features	35
ThinkPad utility programs	37
BIOS Setup Utility	37
ThinkPad Configuration Program	48
PC Doctor	52
Using the keyboard functions	54
Fn key	54
Numeric keypad	57
TrackPoint	58
Increasing memory	66
Installing the DIMM	67
Removing the DIMM	72
Replacing the battery	73
Replacing the backup battery	75
Upgrading the hard disk drive	78
Attaching the external diskette drive	82
Using an external mouse, keypad, and keyboard	84
Attaching an external mouse or numeric keypad	84
Attaching an external keyboard and mouse	86
Using an external monitor	88
Using the dual display function	93
Using a PC Card	97
Installing a PC Card	97
Removing the PC Card	99
Extending the features of your computer with the ThinkPad 570 UltraBase and port replicators	100
Using your computer with the UltraBase	103
Using your computer with the UltraBase and the Port Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature	113
Using your computer with the UltraBase and the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator	127
Using your computer with the Port Replicator with Advanced EtherJet Feature through the Direct Dock Adapter	138
Using your computer with the ThinkPad 560 Port Replicator through the Direct Dock Adapter	148
Using other features	157
Serial connector	157
Parallel connector	157
Universal serial bus connector	157
Audio features	158
Modem features	158
Chapter 3: Protecting your computer	159
Using passwords	160
Entering a password	162
Setting a password	163
Changing or removing a password	167
Using locks	172
Using the security screw	173
Chapter 4: Solving computer problems	175
Hints and tips	176
Using power management	179
Using the USB connector	179
Using the DVD-ROM drive	179
Using a PC Card	179
A CardWorks consideration	180
Using a second CardBus Card	181
Using a microphone	181
Troubleshooting guide	182
Troubleshooting charts	183
Error codes or messages	184
No error codes or messages	187
Input problems	187
Suspend or hibernation problems	189
LCD problems	193
An indicator problem	194
Battery problems	194
A hard-disk-drive problem	195
CD-ROM drive problems	195
DVD-ROM drive problems	196
Infrared communication problems	197
Audio or telephony problems	198
A universal serial bus (USB) problem	199
PC Card or built-in modem problems	200
Other PC Card problems	201
Port replicator problems	203
A printer problem	205
External monitor problems	205
Other option problems	208
Software problems	210
Other problems	210
Appendix A. Features and specifications	211
Features	211
Specifications	213
IBM power cords	214
Appendix B. Product warranty and notices	217
Notices	219
Year 2000 readiness and instructions	219
Trademarks	220
Electronic emission notices	221
Telecommunication notices	223
Industry Canada requirements	225
Patent protection notice	227
Notice for Australia	227
Notice for European Union countries	227
Setting the RingCentral application for New Zealand	227
Using the 56-Kbps modem in New Zealand	227

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Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety

information” on page

xiii and “Notices” on page

203.

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 numbers (

91-56010

91-56011

91-56012

91-56055

91-56887

First Edition (January 1999)

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

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.

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.