User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Finding information with Access ThinkPad
- Contents
- Chapter 1. Overview of your new ThinkPad computer
- Chapter 2. Solving computer problems
- Diagnosing problems
- Troubleshooting
- Error codes or messages
- Errors without codes or messages
- Password problems
- A power switch problem
- Keyboard problems
- TrackPoint problems
- Infrared port problems
- Standby or hibernation problems
- Computer screen problems
- Battery problems
- Hard disk drive problems
- CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW drive problems
- Software problems
- Other problems
- Starting BIOS Setup Utility
- Recover pre-installed software
- Installing a new operating system and device drivers
- Backing up your system
- Replacing the hard disk drive
- Replacing the battery
- Chapter 3. Getting help and service from IBM
- Appendix A. Important safety instructions
- Appendix B. Warranty Statement
- Warranty Period
- IBM Statement of Limited Warranty
- Notices
- Processing date data
- References to the Web site addresses
- Electronic emission notices
- Telecommunication notices
- Industry Canada requirements
- Notice for Australia
- Regions where ThinkPad R30 has ThinkPad modem integrated
- Notice to New Zealand users
- Notice for European Union countries
- Wireless Interoperability
- Usage environment and your Health
- Wireless Regulatory information
- USA - Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Notice to EMEA users
- Trademarks
- Index
Using your on-board help
Your computer contains comprehensive on-board help and information. You
no longer need to carry heavy manuals or other reference books.
On-board help is provided by Access ThinkPad and ThinkPad Assistant. Press
the computer’s unique ThinkPad button to open Access ThinkPad. There, you
can do a Quick Search or click on topics that take you to ThinkPad Assistant.
You can also go directly to ThinkPad Assistant by clicking Start → Programs →
ThinkPad → ThinkPad Assistant.
ThinkPad Assistant contains information within the following categories:
v About your computer
v Everyday use
v Communicate
v Home and travel
v Enhancements
v Maintenance and updates
v Security
v Problem solving
v How to reach IBM
If computer problems prevent you from accessing ThinkPad Assistant, refer to
this Service and Troubleshooting Guide for help. Otherwise, refer to ThinkPad
Assistant.
Using your on-board help
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