Symptom

/ Error

 

 

 

 

 

FRU /

Action

in Sequence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

601,

6XX

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Go

to

“Diskette

Drive

(601: Diskette

drive

 

or

 

Checkout”

on

 

 

controller

error.)

 

 

 

 

page

26.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

CD-ROM

and

FDD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Diskette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

System board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

602

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Go

to

“Diskette

Drive

(Diskette

read

error.)

 

Checkout”

on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

page

26.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Diskette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

CD-ROM

and

FDD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

604

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Go

to

“Diskette

Drive

(An unacceptable

ID

was

Checkout”

on

 

 

read

from

the

diskette

page

26.

 

 

drive.)

 

 

 

 

 

2.

CD-ROM

and

FDD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

System board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11XX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.Serial device

 

 

1101: Serial_A

test

failure2..

Communication cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

System board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12XX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.System board

 

 

1201: Serial_B

test

 

failure.(infrared)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17XX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Hard

disk drive

 

 

1701: Hard disk

 

2.

System board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

controller

failure.

 

 

 

 

 

1780, 1790: Hard disk

 

 

 

 

 

0

error.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1781, 1791: Hard disk

 

 

 

 

 

1

error.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24XX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

System

board

 

 

 

(2401: System

board

 

video

 

 

 

 

 

error.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

808X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. PC

Card

slot

 

 

8081: PCMCIA

 

 

 

 

 

 

assembly

 

 

 

 

 

failure.2.

PCMCIA device

 

presence

test

 

(PCMCIA

revision

 

 

3.

System board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

number

also

checked.)

 

 

 

 

 

8082: PCMCIA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

registration

test

failure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

860X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.External mouse

 

 

(Pointing device error when2.

External keyboard

TrackPoint III is disabled3.)

System board

 

8601: System bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

error–8042

mouse

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interface.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8602: External mouse

 

 

 

 

 

error.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8603: System bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

error

or

mouse

error.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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IBM THINKPAD 385XD (2635) 601, Diskette Drive, 11XX Serial device, 12XX System board, Failure.infrared 17XX, Disk drive

THINKPAD 385XD (2635) specifications

The IBM ThinkPad 385XD (2635) is a classic laptop that emerged in the late 1990s, designed to cater to business professionals and technology enthusiasts alike. Known for its robust engineering and solid performance, the 385XD encapsulated the trusted ThinkPad ethos that IBM established in the laptop market.

This model features a 13.3-inch TFT display that provides a resolution of 800x600 pixels, which was considered adequate for its time. The screen delivers decent image quality and is well-suited for productivity tasks, allowing users to comfortably work on documents, presentations, and spreadsheets. The ThinkPad 385XD boasts a compact and lightweight design, making it portable for professionals on the go.

Under the hood, the 385XD is powered by Intel's Pentium MMX processor, offering clock speeds up to 233 MHz. This CPU, coupled with the laptop’s 32MB of RAM, delivers satisfactory performance for typical office applications and multitasking needs at the time. For enhanced productivity, the system supports an upgrade of up to 128MB of RAM, allowing users to improve performance as software demands increased.

One of the notable features of the ThinkPad 385XD is its generous storage options. It typically comes equipped with a 2.1GB hard drive, which can be upgraded for additional capacity. In terms of connectivity, the laptop includes a variety of ports such as USB, Serial, Parallel, and an infrared port, promoting connectivity with peripheral devices and other machines.

IBM's ThinkPad series is known for its exceptional keyboard design, and the 385XD is no exception. The keyboard is full-sized and features a well-spaced layout, providing a comfortable typing experience. The iconic TrackPoint pointing device offers an alternative to the traditional touchpad, enabling precise navigation without needing to lift one’s hands off the keyboard.

In terms of battery life, the IBM ThinkPad 385XD typically supports a Lithium-Ion battery that can provide a moderate runtime, making it suitable for users who need to work away from power sources. Furthermore, the laptop’s build quality is reinforced by its use of durable materials, ensuring that it can withstand the rigors of daily usage.

Overall, the IBM ThinkPad 385XD (2635) represents a significant era in portable computing, offering essential features and performance that catered to the needs of users during the late 90s. Its legacy as a dependable and robust laptop continues to resonate with collectors and retro computing enthusiasts today.