Removing an ExpressCard, a flash media card, or a smart card Attention: Before removing a storage ExpressCard, such as a flash memory ExpressCard, a solid state ExpressCard, or a memory card reader ExpressCard, from an ExpressCard slot, you must stop the ExpressCard. Otherwise, data on the ExpressCard might be corrupted or lost. Attention: Do not remove an ExpressCard while the computer is in sleep (standby) mode or hibernation mode. If you do, the system will not respond when you try to resume operation.
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Chapter 3. You and your computer This chapter provides you information about accessibility and traveling with your computer. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Accessibility and comfort” on page 85 • “Traveling with your computer” on page 88 Accessibility and comfort Because your computer enables you to work in so many places, it is important that you remain attentive to good posture, good lighting and proper seating.
clean and set the brightness to levels that enable you to see the screen clearly. Press Fn+Home or End to adjust display brightness. Head Position: Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. Chair: Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture. Arm and Hand Position: If available, utilize chair arm rests or an area on your working surface to provide weight support for your arms.
Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology. As a result, the following information provides ways to help users that have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations get the most out of their computer experience. Assistive technologies enable users to access information in the most appropriate way.
To disable the FullScreen Magnifier function, click the FullScreen Magnifier icon and select Exit or press Fn+Spacebar. Traveling with your computer When you travel abroad, your computer can help you feel more at home and at ease. With your own computer and its files, you can be confident about gathering and offering information to clients and coworkers.
• A quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection If you are traveling to another country you might want to consider these items: • An ac power adapter for the country that you are traveling to • An adapter to connect to a phone line in that country Other items you may wish to consider: • ThinkPad ac/dc Combo Adapter • External storage device • Phone line splitter, in case you need to dial manually or use your modem without disconnecting the phone line Chapter 3.
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Chapter 4. Security This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use.
• “Supervisor password” on page 95 Passwords and sleep (standby) mode If you have set passwords and you put your computer into sleep (standby) mode by pressing Fn+F4, the procedure for resuming operation is as follows: • You are not prompted to type the password when resuming operation. • If any hard disk or the solid state drive has a hard disk password, it is unlocked automatically when you resume operation. Typing passwords If this icon appears, enter the Power-on password or Supervisor password.
Note: You might want to note your power-on password in a safe place. Otherwise, if you forget it, you have to take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. 11. Press F10 to exit. Changing or removing the power-on password To change the power-on password, follow the steps 1 through 9 above in “Setting a power-on password” on page 92, typing your password to get access to the ThinkPad Setup. To change the password, do the following: 1.
8. A Setup Confirmation window opens. You are prompted to select User or User + Master. Select User if you want to set only one hard disk password. If you are an administrator or supervisor, you can select User + Master to set two passwords. (The user can change the user password later.) 9. If you select User + Master, go to step 12. 10. If you select User only, a new-password window opens. Type your new password in the Enter New Password field.
Setup Notice window is displayed. Press F10 to exit from the Setup Notice window. The user hard disk password will be removed. To change or remove the User + Master hard disk password, select User HDP or Master HDP. If you choose User HDP, do one of the following: • To change the user hard disk password, type the current user hard disk password or the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field.
– Enabling or disabling the Flash BIOS Updating by End-Users feature – Enabling or disabling the Internal Network device – Enabling or disabling the Internal Wireless device – Enabling or disabling the Internal Bluetooth device – Enabling or disabling the Internal Wireless WAN device – Enabling or disabling the Security mode – Enabling or disabling the Reader priority – Erasing the fingerprint data Notes: • The system administrator can set the same supervisor password on many ThinkPad notebooks to make admi
3. Follow step 11 and step 12 above in “Setting a supervisor password” on page 96 to change your supervisor password. To remove the password, do the following: 1. In the Enter Current Password field, type the current supervisor password. 2. Leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields in blank. 3. Follow step 11 and step 12 above in “Setting a supervisor password” on page 96 to remove your supervisor password.
Disk Encryption hard disk drive and Encryption solid state drive Some models contain the Disk Encryption hard disk drive or Encryption solid state drive. This feature helps to protect your computer against security attacks on media, NAND flash or device controllers by use of a hardware encryption chip. For the efficient use of the encryption feature, be sure to set a Hard disk passwords for the internal storage device.
10. Click Yes in the Setup Confirmation window. To set the Security Chip, you have to open the Client Security Solution, and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If your computer is a Windows 7 model, Client Security Solution is not preinstalled on your system. To configure the security chip, you need to download the latest version of Client Security Solution from the Lenovo Web site. To download Client Security Solution, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.
LED behavior of the fingerprint reader Table 4. LED behavior list_fingerprint reader Indicator Description LED blinks green. The fingerprint is being authenticated or has been authenticated. LED is solid green. The fingerprint reader is ready to swipe. LED blinks amber. The fingerprint could not be authenticated. Swiping your finger over the reader To swipe your finger over the reader, do as follows: 1.
2. Apply light pressure and swipe your finger across the reader in one smooth motion. Logging on to the system After you enroll your fingerprint, log on to the system as follows: 1. Set a Power-on password or a Hard disk security, or both. 2. Turn your computer off and then on again. 3. When prompted, swipe your finger over the reader. 4. On request, type your power-on password, your hard disk password, or both.
To set an item in the fingerprint submenu: 1. Print these instructions. To configure the fingerprint reader, you must turn your computer off and then on again. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup opens. 5. Using the cursor keys, move to Security, and press Enter. The Security menu opens. 6. Using the cursor keys, move to Fingerprint, and press Enter. The Fingerprint submenu opens.
swiping your finger over the reader, without typing a password. Thus fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. For more advanced security, Client Security Solution can be installed. The software is compatible with a variety of user authentication mechanisms, such as those involving fingerprint authentication. This fingerprint reader can work with the software. Note: If your computer is a Windows 7 model, Client Security Solution is not preinstalled on it.
1. Place the ball of your finger—that is, the central part of the fingerprint—on the small circle above the reader. Make sure that the entire top joint of the finger is on the reader. 2. Apply light pressure and swipe your finger across the reader in one smooth motion.
1. Place the ball of your finger—that is, the central part of the fingerprint—on the small circle above the reader. Make sure that the entire top joint of the finger is on the reader. 2. Apply light pressure and swipe your finger across the reader in one smooth motion. Logging on to the system After you enroll your fingerprint, log on to the system as follows: 1. Set a Power-on password or a Hard disk security, or both. 2. Turn your computer off and then on again. 3.
If you forget your hard disk password, Lenovo cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Setting the fingerprint reader If you want to change the settings of the fingerprint reader, follow the procedure below.
• Your finger is very dry. • Your finger is stained with dirt, mud, or oil. • The surface of your finger is very different from when you enrolled your fingerprint. • Your finger is wet. • A finger is used that has not been enrolled. To improve the situation, try the following: • Clean or wipe your hands to remove any excess dirt or moisture from the fingers. • Enroll and use a different finger for authentication. • If your hands are too dry, apply lotion to them.
decrypted without the old key. This feature is enabled by the ThinkPad Setup Menu Extension Utility and is available as a menu item in the ThinkPad Setup. Using and understanding firewalls If your system is preintalled with a firewall program, it protects against computer Internet security threats, unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy. For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the on-line help that comes with the program.
Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Creating and using recovery media” on page 109 • “Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 111 • “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 112 • “Creating and using a rescue medium” on page 113 • “Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers” on page 114 • “Solving recovery problems” on page 115 Notes: 1.
Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system. Note: On the Windows 7 operating system, you can create recovery media using discs or external USB storage devices. On the Windows Vista and Windows XP operating systems, you can create recovery media using only discs, so this operation is also called “creating Product Recovery discs.
1. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 2. Insert the boot disc into the optical drive. 3. Select the optical drive with the boot disc as the startup device and press Enter. After a short delay, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. 4. On the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your system. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the appropriate Product Recovery disc when prompted.
1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation.
Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solving recovery problems” on page 115. 4. Do one of the following: • To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen. • To restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restore your system and follow the instructions on the screen.
• If you have created a rescue medium using a disc, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. On the Startup Device Menu, select the desired optical drive as the first boot device. Then, insert the rescue disc into the optical drive and press Enter. The rescue medium starts.
5. Open the subfolder for the device. 6. Reinstall the device driver using one of the following methods: • In the subfolder for the device, look for a text file (a file with the extension .txt). The text file contains information on how to reinstall that device driver. -OR• If the subfolder for the device contains a file of setup information (a file with the extension .inf), you can use the Add New Hardware program (in the Windows Control Panel) to reinstall the device driver.
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Chapter 6. Replacing devices You can increase the capacity of the memory or the hard disk drive by replacing the original, built-in device with an optional one. Or, if you need to, you can replace the PCI Express Mini Card by following the procedures in this section.
Replacing the battery Before you start, print these instructions. This system may not support batteries that are not genuine Lenovo-made or authorized. These systems will continue to boot, but may not charge unauthorized batteries. Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
3. Unlock the battery latch by sliding it to the unlock position. 4. Remove the battery. 5. Slide the battery into the computer. Chapter 6.
6. Slide the battery latch to the locked position. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing the keyboard Before you start, print these instructions. You can use the following procedures to replace the keyboard with a new one, available as an option. Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall.
4. Loosen the two screws on the memory slot cover , then remove the cover. 5. Turn the computer over and open the display. 6. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows 1 in the drawing to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will open up slightly 2 . Chapter 6.
7. Carefully lift the keyboard until you can see how it's connected. Hold the keyboard above the computer, and then detach the connector 2 . Now the keyboard has been removed. Installing the keyboard 1. Attach the connector.
2. Insert the keyboard. Make sure that the rear edges of the keyboard are under the frame as shown by the arrows. 3. Press gently on the areas marked in the drawing, and slide the keyboard toward you. Make sure that the edges of the keyboard marked in the drawing, are under the frame. Chapter 6.
4. Put the memory slot cover back in place , close the cover , and then tighten the screws. 5. Reinstall the battery. For details, refer to the instructions in “Reinstall the battery” on page 118. 6. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing the palm rest Before you start, print these instructions.
6. Turn the computer over and open the display. Lift up the left and right top edges of the palm rest to remove it. 7. Detach the flip-lock ZIF connector 1 , then remove the palm rest cable 2 . 8. Lift up and remove the palm rest. Chapter 6.
9. Release the palm rest from the computer. Now the palm rest has been removed. Installing the palm rest 1. Attach the palm rest, making sure the latches near the top left and right edges of the palm rest are secure. 2. Push the front side of the palm rest until it clicks into place. 3. Attach the flip-lock ZIF connector 1 , then push the palm rest cable 2 .
4. Reinstall the screws for the palm rest. 5. Reinstall the keyboard. For more information about how to remove the keyboard, refer to Replacing the keyboard. 6. Reinstall the battery. For more information, refer to Replacing the battery. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing the hard disk drive Before you start, print these instructions.
• Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs any physical shocks. • Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive. • Do not touch the connector. The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all the information on it, and then turn the computer off.
6. Detach the side rubber rails from the hard disk drive. 7. Attach the side rubber rails to a new hard disk drive. 8. Insert the hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay, then press it firmly into place. Chapter 6.
9. Insert the slot cover 1 . Then, slide in the cover 2 and reinstall the screw 3 . 10. Reinstall the battery. For details, refer to the instructions in “Reinstall the battery” on page 118. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing the solid state drive You can replace the solid state drive with a new one which can be purchased from your Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative.
4. Remove the screw that secures the solid state drive 1 . Then flip out the cover 2 and pull up to remove it 3 . 5. Remove the solid state drive by pulling out the tab. 6. Detach the side spacer rails from the hard disk drive. Chapter 6.
7. Attach the side spacer rails to a new hard disk drive. 8. Insert the solid state drive into the hard disk drive bay, then press it firmly into place. 9. Reinstall the cover of the bay 1 , then reinstall the screw 2 . 10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 118. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer.
Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection Before you start, print these instructions. Your computer has a PCI Express Mini Card slot for connection to a wireless LAN/WiMAX. To replace the PCI Express Mini Card with a new one, read the following prerequisites. Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall.
5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6. Remove the screw. The card pops up.
7. Remove the card. 8. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket contact of the computer. Chapter 6.
9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of the connectors 1 , and secure the card with the screw 2 . 10. Connect the cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card. Be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked “MAIN” or “M” on the card, and the black cable to the connector marked “AUX” or “A.
5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6. Remove the screw. The card pops up. Chapter 6.
7. Remove the card. 8. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket contact of the computer.
9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of the connectors 1 , and secure the card with the screw 2 . 10. Connect the cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card. Be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked “MAIN” or “M” on the card, and the black cable to the connector marked “AUX” or “A.
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall. DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot. Attention: Before you start installing a PCI Express Mini Card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body.
6. Remove the screw. The card pops up. 7. Remove the card. Chapter 6.
8. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket. Notes: • You can also replace the PCI Express Mini Card for Wireless WAN with an mSATA solid state drive. • To install a new mSATA solid state drive, refer to “Installing and replacing the mSATA solid state drive” on page 143. 9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of each connector. Secure the card with the screw.
10. Connect the cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card. 11. Reinstall the keyboard. For details, refer to the instructions in “Reinstall the palm rest” on page 124. 12. Reinstall the battery. For details, refer to the instructions in “Reinstall the battery” on page 118. 13. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Installing and replacing the mSATA solid state drive Before you start, print these instructions.
If an mSATA solid state drive is available in your computer, to replace the mSATA solid state drive, do as follows. 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for a few minutes, till the inside of the computer cools, before you start the following procedures. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. For details, refer to the instructions in “Remove the battery” on page 118. 4. Remove the palm rest.
7. Align the contact edge of a new mSATA solid state drive with the corresponding socket. Notes: • You can also replace the mSATA solid state drive with a Wireless PCI Express Mini Card for Wireless WAN. • To install a new PCI Express Mini Card, refer to “Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection” on page 139. 8. Pivot the card downward 1 until you can snap it into place. Secure the card with the screw 2 . 9. Reinstall the keyboard.
Note: The operating speed of the memory module depends on the system configuration of your computer and its combination with the memory module installed on your computer. In some conditions, the memory in your computer may not be able to operate at the maximum speed. Attention: Before you start installing a module, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the SO-DIMM.
6. With the notched end of the SO-DIMM toward the contact edge side of the socket, insert the SO-DIMM into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees 1 ; then press it in firmly 2 . Note: If you install a memory module in only one of the two memory slots, install it in the lower slot. 7. Pivot the SO-DIMM downward until it snaps into place. 8. Make sure that the SO-DIMM is firmly fixed in the slot and cannot be moved easily. 9.
2. When the logo screen is displayed, press the F1 key. The ThinkPad Setup opens. The “Installed memory” item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. Replacing the SIM card Before you start, print these instructions. Your computer may require a SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) card to establish a wireless WAN (Wide Area Network) connections.
5. Insert the SIM card firmly into the slot. Note: Make sure that you insert the SIM card all the way into the slot. 6. Put the battery back in place. For more details, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 118. 7. Turn the computer over again, and reconnect the cables. Chapter 6.
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Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer This section provides information on installing devices and taking advantage of your computer's high-technology features.
ThinkPad X220 Ultrabase top view 1 The docking connector is used for attaching the ThinkPad computer to the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase. 2 The power jack is where you connect the AC adapter. 3 The Ethernet connector is for connecting the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase to a LAN. 4 The DisplayPort connector is for connecting a DisplayPort-compatible display device. 5 The Monitor connector is for attaching an external monitor or a projector to your computer. 6 The headphone jack, a jack 1/8 inch (3.
ThinkPad X220 Ultrabase bottom view 1 By pressing the eject request button, you can tell the operating system to get ready for undocking. 2 The docking indicator is red when your computer is docked. It blinks when the eject request button is pressed. 3 The eject lever detaches your computer from the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase. 4 The holes are for the system speakers. Attaching a ThinkPad X220 Ultrabase Attention: Disconnect the AC power from your computer before you attach the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase.
1. Make sure that the system lock key of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase is in the unlocked (vertical) position. 2. Align the front of the computer with the front of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase.
3. Make sure that the guides of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase align with the holes of the computer 1 . Then put the computer in place 2 . The docking indicator lights. 4. When the computer is already docked to the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase, you can start the computer. Note: You can turn the key clockwise to lock it. Then, keep the security key in a safe place. Do not lose this key; otherwise, you will be unable to detach the computer from the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase.
1. Click Start, and then press the right arrow button. 2. Select Undock. 3. Make sure that the docking indicator of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase is off. For Windows XP: 1. Select the Undock Computer in the Start menu. 2. Make sure that the docking indicator of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase is off. Note: Detaching the UltraBase suddenly while the computer is operating without performing the procedure above may cause the system to malfunction or hang.
Security feature The lock of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase has two positions. 1 Unlock position: If the UltraBase lock is in this position, your computer is not secured. 1 Base lock position: If the UltraBase lock is in this position, the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase is locked, and the computer cannot be removed from the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase. The Serial Ultrabay Slim device is also locked and cannot be removed from the UltraBase. Note: Keep the security key in a safe place.
If you attach a mechanical lock to the security keyhole of the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase, the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase cannot be taken out of the locked position, and you can secure your computer and the ThinkPad X220 UltraBase. Note: You need to purchase the mechanical lock commercially. You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. ThinkPad Battery 19+ Your ThinkPad X220, X220i, X220 Tablet, and X220i Tablet support the ThinkPad Battery 19+.
3 The status indicator is to show the ThinkPad Battery 19+ charge status. 4 The eject lever is to release the ThinkPad Battery 19+ from the docking connector in the computer. 5 The battery latch prevents the eject lever from being released. Attaching a ThinkPad Battery 19+ Attention: Disconnect the AC power from your computer before you attach the ThinkPad Battery 19+. The AC adapter connector will be damaged if it remains connected to the computer during the attachment.
2. Release the eject lever 2 and pull up the ThinkPad Battery 19+. Charging a ThinkPad Battery 19+ The ThinkPad Battery 19+ can be charged separately.
The ThinkPad Battery 19+ can also be charged with a computer. When the ThinkPad Battery 19+ is charged with a computer, both the main battery and ThinkPad Battery 19+ can be charged simultaneously. ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 Note: Only ThinkPad X220 and X220i support ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3.
• “Front view” on page 162 • “Rear view” on page 165 • “Attaching a ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3” on page 168 • “Detaching a ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3” on page 170 • “Security feature” on page 172 • “Using the system lock key” on page 174 Front view ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 1 The power switch turns the computer on and off.
ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 1 The power switch turns the computer on and off. 2 The key lock indicator lights when the system lock key is in the locked position. When the system lock key is in the locked position, the eject button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 is locked; you cannot attach or remove your computer. 3 The docking indicator lights when your computer is docked. 4 The eject button releases the computer from the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 when pressed.
ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 1 The power switch turns the computer on and off. 2 The key lock indicator lights when the system lock key is in the locked position. When the system lock key is in the locked position, the eject button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 is locked; you cannot attach or remove your computer. 3 The docking indicator lights when your computer is docked. 4 The eject button releases the computer from the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 when pressed.
Rear view ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 1 The power jack is for connecting the ac power adapter. 2 The Ethernet connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 to an Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the computer. Notes: • You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector. • You can use this connector for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet.
ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 1 The power jack is for connecting the ac power adapter. 2 The DisplayPort is for connecting a display device. 3 The digital visual interface connector is for connecting a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI. Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can be used with a computer that supports DVI via docking only. 4 The headphone jack, a jack 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter, is for connecting an external stereo headphone.
ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 1 The DisplayPort is for connecting a display device. 2 The digital visual interface connector is for connecting a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI. Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can be used with a computer that supports DVI via docking only. 3 The DisplayPort is for connecting a display device. 4 The digital visual interface connector is for connecting a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.
10 When you attach a mechanical lock to the security keyhole, the eject button is locked so that the computer cannot be removed from the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3.
2. Press the button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 1 . Pull the sliding adjuster in the direction shown by the arrow 2 . 3. Put your computer on the platform of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3, making sure that the top-left corner of the computer is aligned to the guide plate on the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3. 4.
• If your computer and the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 are connected to separate ac power adapters, your computer goes into battery mode first, and then shifts into ac mode. • If in either of the two preceding situations the battery of your computer is detached, or has no battery charge, your computer shuts down.
2. Make sure that the system lock key of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 is in place and in the unlocked (horizontal) position. 3. Press the eject button 1 until the computer moves up; then, grasp both sides, and remove the computer 2 . To detach your computer from the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, do the following: Notes: • If your computer is operating, make sure that it has finished operations involving devices that are connected to the USB connector.
2. Press the eject button 1 until the computer moves up; then, grasp both sides, and remove the computer 2 . Security feature The ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 has a security keyhole for a mechanical lock. By attaching a mechanical lock with cable there, you can secure the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 to a heavy object, such as a desk.
Attach a mechanical lock to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 as follows: Attach a mechanical lock to the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 as follows: Chapter 7.
Using the system lock key The system lock key has two positions, unlocked and locked. When the key is in the locked position, the eject button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 is locked, and you cannot remove your computer. The key lock indicator lights when the eject button is locked.
Chapter 8. Advanced configuration While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the hard disk or on the solid state drive, you may also need to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your UEFI BIOS, or recover preinstalled software. This information will help you handle your computer with proper care and keep it in top working shape.
Country or region: Code China: SC Denmark: DK Finland: FI France: FR Germany: GR Italy: IT Japan: JP Netherlands: NL Netherlands: NL Norway: NO Spain: SP Sweden: SV Taiwan and Hong Kong: TC United States: US Installing Windows 7 Before you start, print these instructions. To install Windows 7 and its related software on your computer, do as follows: 1. Start the ThinkPad Setup. 2. Select Startup menu. 3. Select UEFI/Legacy Boot. 4.
Note: The Web site address might change without notice. If the homepage is not displayed, search for it from the Microsoft top page. To install a fix module, run the EXE file in a subfolder and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If you remove the hard disk drive from the computer with a single-core processor and install it on a computer with a dual-core processor, you can get access to the hard disk drive.
Installing the Windows Vista Update Module Package The Windows Vista Update Modules are in the following directory: C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\. The name of each subfolder is the number of a fix module. For information about each fix module, go to the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at http://support.microsoft.com/, type the number of the fix module you need in the search field, and click Search. Note: The Web site address might change without notice.
16. To continue the installation, press Enter again. Leave the diskette in the drive until the next reboot; the software may need to be copied from the diskette again when the files are copied during setup. 17. Complete the installation of Windows XP Service Pack 2 by following OS installing instructions. 18. Install Windows XP Service Pack 3.
23. When the System Settings Change window appears, click Yes. The computer restarts. 24. Install the Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7. To do this, refer to “Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7” on page 182. 25. Apply the PCMCIA Power Policy Registry Patch. To do this, go to C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\PCMCIAPW\, double-click install.bat, and then follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 26. Install device drivers.
4. Click Next. If the device driver is already installed, click Cancel. Follow the instructions on the screen until the installation is finished. Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 is in the following directory: C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\MONITOR. Note: If you cannot find this directory on your hard disk drive or solid state drive, download the ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 from the ThinkPad Web site at: http://www.
11. Click OK. 12. Confirm the correct display type, then click Next. 13. Windows has finished installing. Click Close. 14. Click Close for Display Properties. 15. Click OK in the Monitor tab. 16. Click OK and close the Display Settings window. For Windows XP 1. Right-click on the desktop and select Properties from the pop-up menu. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Click the Advanced tab. 4. Select the Monitor tab. 5. Select Plug and Play Monitor from the monitor type list. 6. Click Properties. 7.
