IBM G40 manual Getting help and service, Getting help on the Web, Calling IBM

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Getting help and service

Getting help and service

If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary.

Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for Windows product updates. They are available via Web download (connection charges may apply) or via CD-ROM. For more specific information and links, please go to http://www.microsoft.com. IBM offers Up and Running technical assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your IBM preloaded Microsoft Windows product, please contact the IBM Support Center at the phone number(s) listed in your owner’s manual.

Getting help on the Web

On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM Personal Computer products and support. The address for the IBM Personal Computing home page is www.ibm.com/pc

IBM provides an extensive Web site dedicated to mobile computing and to ThinkPad computers at www.ibm.com/pc/support

Research this Web site to learn how to solve problems, find new ways to use your computer, and learn about options that can make working with your ThinkPad computer even easier.

Calling IBM

If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephone through the IBM PC Support Center. The following services are available during the warranty period:

vProblem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem.

vIBM hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by IBM hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

vEngineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. IBM or your reseller, if authorized by IBM, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware.

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Contents ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Important safety information Conditions that require immediate actionGeneral safety guidelines ServicePlugs and outlets Power cords and power adaptersExtension cords and related devices Batteries Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyAdditional safety information Viii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Important safety information ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Laser compliance statement Xii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Important safety information Xiv ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Information about hard disk capacity Important notice for usersImportant regulatory notice for users Xvi ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Finding information with Access IBM XviiXviii ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Contents Xx ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Overview of your new ThinkPad computer Your ThinkPad at a glance Front viewFeatures Diskette drive External interfaceSpecifications Be gentle with your computer Important tips Be careful about where and how you workCaring for your ThinkPad computer Carry your computer properlyOther important tips Take care in setting passwordsHandle storage media and drives properly Cleaning your computer display Cleaning the cover of your computerCleaning your computer keyboard Caring for your ThinkPad computer Caring for your ThinkPad computer Solving computer problems Diagnosing problems Click PC-DoctorTroubleshooting Error messagesSolving computer problems Solving computer problems Select Security IBM Predesktop Area- Access IBM Predesktop Errors without messages Password problem Power switch problemProblem Keyboard problemsTrackPoint problems SolutionStandby or hibernation problems Solving computer problems Computer screen problems Click Power ManagementClick Advanced For Windows XPClick Control Panel For WindowsBattery problems Hard disk drive problems Startup problems Other problems Solving computer problems Solving computer problems Starting IBM Bios Setup Utility Solving computer problems Recovering pre-installed software Click Restore factory contentsReplacing the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk driveReplacing the hard disk drive Replacing the hard disk drive Replacing the battery Replacing the battery Replacing the battery Getting help and service from IBM Calling IBM Getting help and serviceGetting help on the Web IBM FRU Telephone numbersGetting help and service Getting help around the world Getting help and service Usage environment and your Health Appendix A. Wireless related informationWireless Interoperability Enabling Extended Channel Mode Authorized Operation Within the United States and CanadaAppendix A. Wireless related information ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Before you call for service Appendix B. Warranty informationWarranty service and support Calling for service What this Warranty Does not Cover How to Obtain Warranty Service What IBM Will Do to Correct ProblemsLimitation of Liability Exchange of a Machine or PartYour Additional Responsibilities Jurisdiction Part 2 Country-unique TermsGoverning Law Argentina CAMBODIA, LAOS, and Vietnam Malasia Following Terms Apply to ALL Emea Countries How to Obtain Warranty Service ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide European Union EU ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Egypt Germany Items for Which IBM is Not Liable SlovakiaPart 3 Warranty Information Warranty PeriodCustomer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ Service On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceGuarantee supplement for Mexico Support Center telephone numbersThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices Processing date dataReferences to Web site addresses Electronic emission noticesIndustry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement Environmental notices for Japan Disposing of a disused lithium batteryHandling a disused ThinkPad battery pack Trademarks ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices Part Number / Numéro de référence 49P1094 NEW FastSite intranet publisher KEY Features and Benefits Conditions of Use Lotus Warranty Support Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Notices ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Index ThinkPad G40 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Part Number 92P2196