ThinkPad Port Replicator, ThinkPad Port Replicator II, and ThinkPad Mini Dock User’s Guide
ThinkPad Port Replicator, ThinkPad Port Replicator II, and ThinkPad Mini Dock User’s Guide
ATTENTION Refer to the documentation that comes with your computer before installing the product. Note Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required for warranty services. (See “Product warranty and notices” on page A-1 of ThinkPad Mini Dock and ThinkPad Port Replicator II User’s Guide, or Warranty statements on page 2–3 of ThinkPad Port Replicator User’s Guide.
Contents About the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the Port Replicator II, and the Mini Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Front views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Rear views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Attaching a ThinkPad Port Replicator, a Port Replicator II, or a Mini Dock 8 Detaching the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the Port Replicator II, or the Mini Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Security feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the Port Replicator II, and the Mini Dock After you attach your computer to the ThinkPad® Port Replicator, the ThinkPad Port Replicator II, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock, you can use its connectors in place of the computer’s. When the computer is attached to the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the ThinkPad Port Replicator II, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock, never pick up the assembly by taking hold of the computer alone. Always hold the whole assembly.
ThinkPad Port Replicator II (1) The power switch turns the computer on and off. (2) The release button releases the computer from the ThinkPad Port Replicator II when pressed. (3) The docking connector is where you attach your ThinkPad computer. (4) Slide the sliding adjuster forward when attaching the ThinkPad Port Replicator II to your ThinkPad computer. ThinkPad Mini Dock (1) The power switch turns the computer on and off.
Rear views ThinkPad Port Replicator (1) The modem connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Port Replicator to a telephone line. Note: If your ThinkPad computer does not support the modem connector, you cannot use the connector. (2) The Ethernet connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Port Replicator to a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the ThinkPad computer.
(5) The Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector is for connecting a USB 1.1 device. (6) The line-out jack, a jack 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter, is for connecting an external stereo audio device. (7) The line-in jack, a jack 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter, is for connecting an external stereo audio device. (8) The power jack is for connecting the ac adapter. (9) The mouse connector is for connecting a mouse. (10) The keyboard connector is for connecting an external keyboard or an external numeric keypad.
(1) The modem connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Port Replicator II to a telephone line. Note: If your ThinkPad computer does not support the modem connector, you cannot use the connector. (2) The Ethernet connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Port Replicator II to a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the ThinkPad computer. Notes: v If your ThinkPad computer does not support the Ethernet connector, you cannot use the connector.
(10) The keyboard connector is for connecting an external keyboard or an external numeric keypad. (11) The external-diskette-drive connector is for connecting an external-diskette-drive. Note: If your ThinkPad computer does not support the external-diskette-drive, you cannot use the connector. (12) The parallel connector is for connecting a parallel device. (13) The serial connector is for connecting a serial device.
v This connector supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet only. v If your ThinkPad computer does not support 1000BASE-T, this connector does not support 1000BASE-T. (3) The external monitor connector is for connecting an external monitor. (4) The digital visual interface (DVI) connector is for connecting a monitor that supports DVI. Notes: v The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. v If your ThinkPad computer does not support DVI, you cannot use this connector.
Note: If your ThinkPad computer does not support the external-diskette-drive, you cannot use the connector. (13) The parallel connector is for connecting a parallel device. (14) The serial connector is for connecting a serial device. (15) When you attach a mechanical lock to the security keyhole, you can secure the ThinkPad Mini Dock to a heavy object, such as a desk. Note: To lock the release button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock, use the security lock key.
Replicator, this procedure is not required. Go to step 2. 2. Attach the computer to the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the ThinkPad Port Replicator II, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock, ensuring that the docking connectors are aligned with each other. 3. Insert your computer into the ThinkPad Port Replicator, the ThinkPad Port Replicator II, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock, along the surface, until you hear a click.
The following drawing is for the ThinkPad Mini Dock. The procedure is the same for the ThinkPad Port Replicator and the ThinkPad Port Replicator II. Notes: v If your computer is operating, make sure that it has finished operations involving devices that are connected to the USB connector, the serial connector, or the parallel connector. Also make sure that any connection to a modem or an Ethernet is stopped. v Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged. 1.
If you use the ThinkPad Mini Dock, and attach a mechanical lock, the release button is not locked. To lock the release button, use the security lock key. IBM® does not offer a mechanical lock. You will need to purchase one elsewhere. You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing any locking device and security feature. IBM makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of any locking device or security features.
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