Backing up your system, Recovery CD, ConfigSafe | IBM 240 guide

Backing up your system

Backing up your system

To back up your system or reinstall the operating system, your

ThinkPad computer has the following features:

Note: These	features are for			Windows	98,	Windows	95	and
Windows	NT. If	you	are	using a	different		operating system,
get the hardware device driver from the							ThinkPad Web site
(see	“ThinkPad	Web	site	or bulletin		board”	on	page 33).

Ÿ The ThinkPad Software Selection CD

ŸThe Recovery CD

ŸConfigSafe

ŸThinkPad Web site or bulletin board

For more information about recovering lost or damaged software “Recovering lost or damaged software” on page 109.

ThinkPad Software Selection		CD
You	can		customize	your system using this CD. It contains all the
software			applications and hardware device		drivers for your compute
in	the	Windows 98,		Windows 95, or Windows NT environment. It fea-
tures		the ThinkPad		Customization Center, which	protects your data.

(To use the ThinkPad Software Selection“UsingCD the ThinkPad Software Selection CD” on page 109.

Recovery CD

If	you accidentally erase	your hard disk, you	can	use	the	Reco
CD	to restore the contents	of the preinstalled	hard	disk	to	what

was at the time of purchase. (To usethe “UsingRecovery CD the Recovery CD” on page 110.

ConfigSafe

ConfigSafe is	an	application program				for Windows	98,	Windows	95
or Windows NT that			periodicallysnapshotstakesof your system
files. If you computer does					not	operate properly		after	you	insta
new device driver			or	software, use ConfigSafe			to	restore	the	last
working version	of		your	system	files. Although it		might not		make	your

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IBM 240 manual Backing up your system, Recovery CD, ConfigSafe

Contents

Page June 1999 First Edition Thank you for selecting an IBM ThinkPad 240 computer Iii Functional highlights Disk driveWith Controls Warranties SpecificationsAbout this book Icons Used in This Book Safety information Electrical safety notice Battery pack. Do not put it Trash That NotOr disposed of. Do not dis States Call Contents Attaching Using ThinkPad Software Selection. . .CD Features Year 2000 readiness and instructions Xii Getting familiar with your computer Identifying the hardware features Front view of the computer Key Status Lamp Rear view of the computer Getting familiar with your5 computer Bottom view of the computer Hard disk Drive System status indicators Color NumLk Buttons TrackPointYour Computer Stick Left click button Right click button Changing the Cap Fn key Lock ForFn key Numeric keypad Getting familiar with your15 computer Bios Setup Utility ThinkPad utility programs Bios Advanced Setup Memory Keyboard/Mouse Selecting theAdvanced SetupInfrared Sticky KeyTypematic Rate Values For BatteryFor Suspend when LCD is closed AndAuto Slow Power switch Mode Others Display LCD Date/Time Selecting OrEnter Password Selecting ThePassword Allows you to set a Legacy floppy device as Exit Saving Changes ThinkPad configuration ChangesSave Changes Start Mode Manager Online Users Guide Then clickThinkPad Online Users Guide Backing up your system Recovery CDConfigSafe Board Bulletin Replacing the battery pack Attaching the Large Battery pack Handling your computer ThinkPad donts Network Pstn UseOnly Carrying the computer Cleaning your computerThinkPad dos Hibernation Maximizing battery-powered operationRuggedized mobile computers Ergonomics information What Head ViewArms Chair For more information Extending the features of your computer Device driver for Windows NT Attaching External Customizing the TrackPoint Panel Using the Press-to-Select Using the Sensitivity Increasing memory Upgrading the memory Increasing memory That foreign materials Do not fallSpace Inside Dram Extending the features of 51your computer Increasing memory Keyboard KeypadNumeric Attaching Mouse Attaching an external keyboard and mouse Mouse Saver Keyboard UsingDisabling the TrackPoint For Windows 98 and Windows Attaching the external FDD Drive Connecting the CD-ROM to the ThinkPad Attaching the external CD-ROM drive Device driver Installing the CD-ROM device driver for Windows NT Attaching the external CD-ROM drive Display Attaching an external monitorDisplay Button orExternal the Display Properties Display output locationOrExternal Display Display modes DOS Screen Image on the LCD Depth OrLCD+External DisplaySupported Color Attaching a printer Inserting a PC Card PC Card slot Removing the PC Card PC you Card,must stop it ThinkPad 240 Users Reference Protecting your computer Using passwords Entering a password Using passwords Set Setting a passwordOn Password Changing or removing a Using locks Solving computer problems Questions Frequently asked questionsUtility Frequently asked questions How do I use my infrared port as a communication port? TimersDo not Want it to. How do I stop this? How do I use my serial port as a communication port? SelectDisable At my desk, but Then UseAway Desk? For Using Not GetOut Time? 10. If You Are Prompted To restart Your OK . computer, click How do I maximize battery life? Using External condenser microphone Hints, tips Limitations Troubleshooting guide If you accidentally lose or damage software in your computer Troubleshooting charts Chart Error Codes or messages Eisa Cmos Problem DOS Messages Action Input problems Problem Action Port Mouse TrackPoint Problems HibernationDisplayed This Does LCD problems ClickProperties Indicator problems Battery problems HDD problems Communication Problems Action Settingsto Audio problemsUSB problems IRQ Panel WinClickProperties Not Dialing Tone INF Printer problems External monitor problems Solving computer problems105 Option ClickSerial Port Software problems Other problems Recovering LostDamaged Selection Using the Recovery CD News and UpdatesUsing the ThinkPad Software Selection CD Getting Started Using the recovery CD with a FAT16 system FAT16 Using the Recovery CD with FAT32 system ClickRestart Drive deleted Press Y, and then press Enter. You see the message Press N, and then press Enter. You will see a message DOS Using the Recovery CD with a new HDD Press Esc You See a Message FDD Getting Service About Your Warranty121 Preparations Identification numbers Information on your computerOption list Problem recording sheet Service Help by Telephone Fax information ThinkPad EasyServWorld Electronic support services Support Purchasing additional services Enhanced PC support line Line Ordering support line servicesClient support line Warranty and repair services Getting update diskettes Ordering publications Obtaining IBM operating system updates Appendix A. Features and specifications 133 Features ProcessorStorage devices Keyboard Appendix A. Features and specifications135 Specifications Lithium-ion battery packSize Environment IBM power cords Used in these regions13H5273 Japan Used ThinkPad 240 Users Reference Appendix B. Product warranties and notices IBM Service Extent of Warranty Limitation of Liability Trademarks IBM MMPM/2 Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Readiness Rul Rules Canadian Department of Communications compliance statementEuropean Community directive conformance statement Bottom Computer That Contains Among other Things Australia Industry Canada requirementsFax branding Avis Ringer Avertissement Glossary 151 EDO IRQ Suspend Index 155 Facsimile Assistance Password USB