Attaching the external FDD Drive | IBM 240 manual

Attaching the external FDD drive

Attaching the external FDD

drive

This

section

provides information

about

connecting the computer

to

the

external

FDD.

The

external

FDD

drive

further

increases

the

portability of

your

ThinkPad 240

by

enabling

you

to

use 3.5–inch

diskettes.

To

attach

the external

FDD

drive,

do

the

following:

1.

Connect

the

FDD cable to

the

external.1/.

FDD

drive

2.Connect the other end of the FDD cable to the connector on th ThinkPad 240 .2/.

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Contents

Page June 1999 First Edition Thank you for selecting an IBM ThinkPad 240 computer Iii With Functional highlightsDisk drive Controls About this book SpecificationsWarranties Icons Used in This Book Safety information Electrical safety notice Or disposed of. Do not dis Battery pack. Do not put it Trash ThatNot 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 Your Computer TrackPointButtons 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 Infrared Selecting theAdvanced SetupKeyboard/Mouse Typematic Rate KeySticky For For BatteryValues 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 Save Changes ThinkPad configurationChanges Start Mode Manager Online Users Guide Then clickThinkPad Online Users Guide ConfigSafe Recovery CDBacking up your system Board Bulletin Replacing the battery pack Attaching the Large Battery pack Handling your computer ThinkPad donts Only UseNetwork Pstn ThinkPad dos Cleaning your computerCarrying the computer Ruggedized mobile computers Maximizing battery-powered operationHibernation Ergonomics information What Arms HeadView 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 Space That foreign materialsDo not fall Inside Dram Extending the features of 51your computer Increasing memory Numeric KeyboardKeypad Attaching Mouse Attaching an external keyboard and mouse Mouse Disabling the TrackPoint UsingSaver Keyboard 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 Button orExternal the Display Attaching an external monitorDisplay OrExternal Display Display output locationProperties Display modes DOS Screen Image on the LCD Supported Color OrLCD+External DisplayDepth 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 On Password Setting a passwordSet Changing or removing a Using locks Solving computer problems Utility Frequently asked questionsQuestions Frequently asked questions Do not Want it to. How do I stop this? TimersHow do I use my infrared port as a communication port? How do I use my serial port as a communication port? Away SelectDisableAt my desk, but Then Use Desk? For Out UsingNot Get 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 Displayed This ProblemsHibernation Does LCD problems ClickProperties Indicator problems Battery problems HDD problems Communication Problems Action USB problems Audio problemsSettingsto IRQ ClickProperties Not Dialing PanelWin Tone INF Printer problems External monitor problems Solving computer problems105 Option ClickSerial Port Software problems Other problems Damaged RecoveringLost Selection Using the ThinkPad Software Selection CD Using the Recovery CDNews and Updates 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 121 Getting ServiceAbout Your Warranty Preparations Option list Information on your computerIdentification numbers Problem recording sheet Service Help by Telephone World ThinkPad EasyServFax information Electronic support services Support Purchasing additional services Enhanced PC support line Client support line Ordering support line servicesLine Warranty and repair services Getting update diskettes Ordering publications Obtaining IBM operating system updates Appendix A. Features and specifications 133 Storage devices FeaturesProcessor Keyboard Appendix A. Features and specifications135 Size SpecificationsLithium-ion battery pack Environment 13H5273 Japan IBM power cordsUsed in these regions 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 European Community directive conformance statement Canadian Department of Communications compliance statementRules Bottom Computer That Contains Among other Things Fax branding Industry Canada requirementsAustralia Avis Ringer Avertissement Glossary 151 EDO IRQ Suspend Index 155 Facsimile Assistance Password USB