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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Safety Information” on page xiii, Appendix B, and “Notices” on page 163. First Edition (June 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 K
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Thank You for Selecting an IBM ThinkPad 560Z Computer The thin and light IBM ThinkPad 560Z computer is designed to satisfy your mobile computing needs. We hope you enjoy its fast processing power, brilliant display, and flexible communication capability. iii
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Functional Highlights Ultra portability The slim computer has excellent portability to assist you anytime and anywhere. High-speed processor The Intel Pentium II processor enables high-speed data processing and provides advanced performance. Large-capacity hard disk drive The large customer-upgradable hard disk drive provides for your demanding data storage needs. It can be optionally upgraded, or you may choose to have a secondary hard disk dr
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Communication The 56-Kbps modem (on a PC Card) allows for efficient data and fax communication. Your computer's infrared technology enables wireless point-to-point communication with other systems or devices equipped with an infrared port. v
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 vi IBM ThinkPad 560Z User's Reference
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Contents Functional Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv About This Book ............................ xi Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii Chapter 1. Getting Familiar with Your Computer ....... 1 Identifying the Hardware Features .................. 2 System-Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Functions of Your Computer ..................... 8 At
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Chapter 3. Protecting Your Computer ............. 67 Using Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Entering a Password ....................... 69 Setting a Password ........................ 70 Changing or Removing a Password .............. 74 Using the Personalization Editor .................. 80 Entering Your Personal Data .................. 80 Deleting the Personalization Window .............. 83 Using Locks . . . . .
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Recovering Lost or Damaged Software .............. 133 Using the Diskette Factory .................... 133 Using the ThinkPad Customization CD ............. 133 Using the Recovery CD ..................... 135 Chapter 5. Getting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Information on Your Computer ................... 139 Option List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . .
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 x IBM ThinkPad 560Z User's Reference
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM ThinkPad 560Z computer. Be sure to read the ThinkPad Setup Guide and Chapter 1 of this book before using the computer. acquaints you with the basic features of your computer. provides information on installing options and using your computer's high-technology features. provides information on using passwords, identifying yourself with the Personalization Editor, and
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Icons Used in This Book For procedures or information unique to the operating system installed in your computer: Information for Microsoft Information for IBM Operating WIN OS/2 Windows 98 users System/2 (OS/2) users 98 Information for Microsoft Information for IBM DOS WIN DOS Windows 95 users users 95 Information for Microsoft WIN NT Windows NT users Information for Microsoft WIN 3.1 Windows 3.1 users xii IBM ThinkPad 560Z User's Reference
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Safety Information Electrical Safety Notice Note: In the U.K., by law: DANGER The telephone line cable must be connected after the Electrical current from power, telephone, and power cord. communication cable is hazardous. To avoid shock The power cord must be hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown below disconnected after the when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this telephone line cable. product or attached devices. The
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 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. DANGER The lithium battery (IBM P/N 12J1695 UL-recognized component—File No. MH12210) can be replaced only by your dealer or an IBM service representative. It con
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Getting Familiar with Your Computer This chapter provides basic information about your computer. Note If you 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. To power off the computer without shutting it down, hold the power switch at least 1.5 seconds. Identifying the Hardware Features
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Identifying the Hardware Features Identifying the Hardware Features Front View 1 16 15 2 3 14 4 13 12 5 6 11 7 8 10 9 2 IBM ThinkPad 560Z User's Reference
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Identifying the Hardware Features 1 The color LCD screen 6 The microphone/line-in 11 The LCD button opens the displays computer output. jack, a inch (3.5-mm) LCD when pressed. diameter jack, is where you 2 The brightness control 12 The Fn key is used with connect a microphone or moves up or down to the function keys to an external stereo audio adjust the brightness of the activate the Fn key device. display. functions. 7 The infrared port allows 3
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Identifying the Hardware Features Rear View 11 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5 10 9 1 The external-diskette- 4 The security keyhole is that conforms to the USB drive connector is where used with a mechanical interface. Many recent you connect the cable of lock. digital device comply to this the external diskette drive. new standard. 5 The power jack is where 2 The fan louver allows the the AC Adapter cable is 8 The serial connector is inside of the computer to co
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 Identifying the Hardware Features Bottom View (with Battery Installed) 1 7 2 3 6 4 5 1 The power shutdown 3 The memory slot accepts 6 The battery pack is a switch is used to turn the a dual inline memory built-in power source for computer off when an module (DIMM) option. the computer. application locks up or the 4 The memory-slot cover 7 The battery-pack latch computer will not accept covers the memory slot. locks or releases the any input. Use th
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Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52 System-Status Indicators System-Status Indicators The system-status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors (green and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the meaning of each icon: 1 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 IBM ThinkPad 560Z User's Reference
