IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint manual Part

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Product

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This

IBM

TrackPoint

keyboard

works

with

IBM

and

ISA-standard

 

 

 

computers

that

have

6-pin, mini-DIN, PS/2-style keyboard

and

mouse

 

connectors. The

TrackPoint

keyboard

will

not work

with

non-IBM

 

 

notebook

computers.

Two

buttons

below

the

Spacebar

work

similarly

 

to

the

buttons

on

a

mouse.

With

the

built-in

TrackPoint

 

pointing

 

device,

you

do

not

need

a

mouse.

However,

you

 

have

the

 

option

of

connecting

a

mouse

to

the

mouse

 

connector

on

the

 

rear

of

 

the

 

keyboard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

keyboard

also

provides Press-to-Select and third-button

scrolling

 

functions

for

Microsoft

Windows 98,

Windows

95,

Windows

NT

4.0

 

and

IBM

OS/2

 

Version

4

operating

 

systems.

However,

the

 

keyboard

 

will

function

as

a

standard PS/2-style keyboard

and

mouse

 

for

DOS

 

Version 5.02

or

later,

Windows

 

3.1,

and

IBM

OS/2

Version

3.

Any

earlier

versions

of

these

operating

systems

are

not

supported. For

more

information

 

on

TrackPoint

keyboard

features,

see

 

“TrackPoint

 

 

Keyboard

Features”

on

page

1-14.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

keyboard

option

includes:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TrackPoint

keyboard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TrackPoint

 

Keyboard

Option

Diskette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bag

of

spare

caps

for

the

TrackPoint

pointing

device

 

 

 

 

 

TrackPoint

 

Keyboard

User’s

Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Part 1:

Installation Instructions

Note:

If

you

are

attaching

the

TrackPoint

 

keyboard

to a

ThinkPad

computer that

does

not

have

a

docking

station

or

port

replicator, you

must

purchase

an

IBM

Keyboard/Mouse

Connector

cable.

To

order

 

the

Keyboard/Mouse

Connector

cable,

call

IBM

PC

Direct

at

 

1-800-PC-DIRECT,

or contact your

local

computer

store.

 

 

Contact

your

place

of

purchase

if

any parts

are

missing

or

 

damaged.

Be

sure

to

retain

your

proof

of

purchase

because

it

might

be

required

to

obtain

warranty

service.

For

information

on how

 

to

get

help,

technical

support,

and

warranty

service,

see

Appendix

A,

“Help

and

Service

Information”

on

page

2-1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Copyright IBM Corp. 1998

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TrackPoint specifications

The IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint is designed to facilitate collaboration and innovation among businesses leveraging IBM technology. This platform serves as a launchpad for partners to showcase their solutions, connect with clients, and engage with IBM’s rich ecosystem. The TrackPoint is a focal point for businesses looking to integrate IBM's advanced technologies with their own offerings, allowing them to tap into powerful capabilities that enhance operational effectiveness.

One of the primary features of the IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint is its robust integration with IBM Cloud services. This allows partners to build and deploy applications that can scale seamlessly and operate effectively within the cloud environment. The platform supports multiple programming languages and frameworks, enabling developers to leverage tools that are familiar to them while still benefiting from IBM's cutting-edge infrastructure.

Another significant characteristic of the TrackPoint is its emphasis on data analytics and artificial intelligence. Partners can utilize IBM's AI capabilities, such as Watson, to create intelligent applications that improve decision-making and automate processes. This integration not only enhances the functionality of partner solutions but also provides valuable insights by analyzing large sets of data quickly and accurately.

The TrackPoint also features strong security protocols that are essential in today’s digital landscape. With built-in security measures and compliance frameworks, partners can ensure that their applications meet industry standards while protecting sensitive information. This focus on security builds trust with clients and fosters a secure environment for innovation.

Collaboration tools are another key feature of the IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint. Partners can engage with IBM experts and fellow businesses to share knowledge, troubleshoot challenges, and develop joint go-to-market strategies. This collaborative spirit creates a vibrant community within the TrackPoint, encouraging networking and fostering partnerships that drive success.

Finally, the accessibility of resources within the IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint empowers organizations of all sizes to innovate. From technical documentation to training sessions, partners have access to a wealth of information that helps them fully leverage IBM’s technology stack. Whether a startup or an established enterprise, all organizations can benefit from the supportive infrastructure offered by the TrackPoint, helping them navigate their digital transformation journeys effectively.