IBM S30, S31 manual Symbol Color Meaning, Lock key

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Symbol

Color

Meaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1) Battery status

Green

Enough battery power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

remains for operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blinking

The battery pack needs to

 

 

 

 

 

 

orange

be charged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Orange

The battery pack is being

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

charged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blinking

The battery pack is being

 

 

 

 

 

 

green

charged and is almost fully

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

charged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2) Suspend mode

Green

The computer is in suspend

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blinking

The computer is entering

 

 

 

 

 

 

green

suspend mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3) Drive in use

Green

Data is being read from or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

written to the hard disk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

drive. Do not enter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hibernation mode or power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

off the computer when this

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indicator is on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4) Numeric lock

Green

The numeric keypad on the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

keyboard is enabled. You

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

enable or disable the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

keypad by pressing and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

holding the Shift key, and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressing the NumLk key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For details, see the User’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reference.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5) Caps lock

Green

Caps Lock mode is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

enabled. All alphabetic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

characters (A-Z)are

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

entered in capital letters

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

without the Shift key being

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressed. You enable or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

disable the Caps Lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mode by pressing the Caps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lock key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(6) Scroll lock

Green

Scroll Lock mode is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

enabled. The Arrow keys

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

can be used as

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

screen-scroll function keys.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cursor cannot be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

moved with the Arrow

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

keys. Not all application

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

programs support this

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

function. You enable or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

disable Scroll Lock mode by

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressing the ScrLk key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7) Power on

Green

The computer is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operational. This indicator is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

always on when the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

computer is on or in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

suspend mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6ThinkPad s30, s31

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Contents ThinkPad s30, s31 Hardware Maintenance Manual Page Contents LCD FPC ASM ThinkPad s30, s31 Hardware Maintenance Manual Read This FirstWhat to Do First How to Disable the Password Product Overview Fn Key CombinationsStatus Indicators Fn + ResultSymbol Color Meaning Lock keyRestoring the pre-installed software Related service informationCreating the service partition for the s30 series To create a recovery repair diskette To use the recovery repair diskette Checkout GuideTesting the computer Symptoms Verified Go toDiagnostics Interactive Tests Fan ASM Checkout Audio CheckoutKeyboard and Auxiliary Input Device Checkout Memory Checkout 1394/LAN or Wireless Board Checkout s30 onlyOnboard MB Slot MB Total Memory MB Power System Checkout Pin Voltage V dcChecking the Operational Charging Power Management Features TrackPoint CheckoutSuspend Mode How to Create the Hibernation Function Do as Numeric Error Codes Symptom-to-FRU IndexSymptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Dimm Error Messages No Beep Symptoms LCD-Related SymptomsPower-Related Symptoms Keyboard-Related SymptomsIndicator-Related Symptoms PC Card PCMCIA-Related SymptomsPower Management-Related Symptoms Speaker-Related SymptomsPeripheral-Device-Related Symptom Intermittent Problems Undetermined ProblemsPage Running the Diagnostics Writing the UuidFRU Removals and Replacements FRU Service ProceduresLCD FRU Replacement Notice Battery ASM Keyboard ASM Size Step Quantity Head & Color TorqueHard Disk Drive ASM For the s30 seriesFor the s31 series ThinkPad s30, s31 Hard Disk Drive FPC ASM Suspend Board ASM Suspend Board Cable ASM Modem Card ASM Modem Cable ASM Wireless Card ASM s30 only Ieee 1394/LAN Card ASM Ieee 1394/LAN Card Cable ASM Dimm Card ASM Upper Cover ASM Speaker ASM Palm Rest ASM Fan ASM Protective paper Thermal rubber Pcmcia Slots M2.0 x 7L Flat head, black Kgf-cm M2.0 x 4L System Board Power Board ASM LCD Bezel ASM LCD Rear Cover ASM LCD Inverter ASM LCD FPC ASM ThinkPad s30, s31 LCD Panel ASM Hinge ASM ThinkPad s30, s31 Hinge ASM Wireless-s30 only Disconnect the cables from the wireless card Base ASM Index Description Computer Parts ListingNumber Keyboard ASM Description FRU NumberScrew Sheet LCD Insulation Sheet Thermal PAD LCD Unit Parts Listing Index ComputerService Tools Description FRU NoTrademarks IBM

S30, S31 specifications

IBM has long been a leader in the technology industry, consistently pushing boundaries in hardware and software innovation. Among its myriad of offerings, the IBM S31 and S30 stand out as powerful computing solutions tailored for diverse business needs. These systems are designed to provide reliability, performance, and scalability, making them ideal for organizations looking to optimize their operations.

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In contrast, the IBM S30 is a slightly more compact and cost-effective solution. It is designed for smaller organizations or departments within larger enterprises that require dependable computing power without the overhead of more advanced systems. The S30 still possesses significant processing capabilities and can support various operating systems, offering flexibility for businesses with diverse software needs.

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The IBM S31 and S30 also come equipped with comprehensive management tools that simplify system administration. These tools provide real-time monitoring, enabling IT teams to detect and resolve issues promptly before they escalate into costly downtimes.

In conclusion, the IBM S31 and S30 represent a blend of performance, security, and versatility. Designed to cater to a wide range of business needs, these systems empower organizations to enhance productivity while safeguarding their data. With IBM’s commitment to innovation, users can expect continued support and advancements that further leverage these powerful computing solutions.