IBM ThinkPad 390 User manual

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under

“Safety Information” on page viii, “Ergonomics Information” on page 38, and “Notices” on page 143.

First Edition (November 1998)

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Functional Highlights

All-in-one design with core technology The well-balanced,

all-in-one design of the ThinkPad 390 brings ease-of-use

to your computing needs.

High-speed processor The Intel high-speed processor enables

high-speed data processing and provides advanced per-

formance.

Large-capacity hard disk drive The large-capacity hard disk drive

can respond to a wide variety of your business demands.

Large color LCD The large TFT (thin-film transistor) display provides

clear and brilliant text and graphics.

Nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion battery pack The large-

capacity battery pack extends the operating time of your

computer, further enhancing its portability.

Audio with 3D Stereo Sound Your computer is equipped with

internal audio record and playback capabilities including

3D audio from just two speakers. When you enable the

3D stereo feature, sounds will appear to be generated all

around you, even though only two speakers are used.

The audio feature supports the following:

Wave audio recording and playback of up to 16 bits,

stereo, and 48 KHz sampling.

DOS games using the Sound Blaster Pro** interface.

For more information on using the audio function

Online User's Guide.

ThinkPad Modem The ThinkPad modem enables you to send or

receive data and faxes over a telephone line.

For more information on using the ThinkPad modem

Online User's Guide.

TrackPoint with Enhanced Controls Your computer has an

enhanced TrackPoint function that enables you to make

selections merely by pressing on the TrackPoint. A new

Functional Highlights

center button converts the TrackPoint into a scroll control-

ling device or a magnifying glass on the screen.

For more information on using the TrackPoint

“TrackPoint” on page 9.

PC Card Support Your computer provides two PC Card slots that

accept a 16–bit PC Card, CardBus Card, and Zoomed

Video Card.

For more information on installing PC Cards

“Inserting a PC Card” on page 69.

About This Book

About This Book This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM

ThinkPad 390 computer. Be sure to read the

ThinkPad 390 Setup

Guide

and Chapter 1 of this book before using the computer.

Appendix A, Features and Specifications describes the features

and specifications associated with your computer, including informa-

tion on power cords.

Appendix B, Product Warranties and Notices contains the war-

ranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.

About This Book

The glossary defines terms appearing in this book. The book con-

cludes with an index.

Icons Used in This Book

For procedures or information unique to the operating system

installed in your computer:

Information for Microsoft Windows

98 users.

Information for Microsoft Windows

NT users.

Information for Microsoft Windows

95 users.

Information for Microsoft Windows

3.11 users.

Information for IBM DOS users.

Information for IBM Operating

System/2 (OS/2) users.

vii

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Notice

Note: In the U.K., by law:

The telephone line cable must be connected after the

power cord.

The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone

line cable.

DANGER

Electrical current from power, telephone, and communi-

cation cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard,

connect and disconnect cables as shown below when

installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product

or attached devices. The 3–pin power cord must be used

with a properly grounded outlet.

viii

Safety Information

DANGER

Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the

rechargeable battery pack. Do not put it in trash that is

disposed of in landfills. Dispose of it as required by

local ordinances or regulations. In the United States, call

IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal.

Safety Information

CAUTION:

The lithium battery (IBM P/N 02K6502 UL-recognized

component—File No. MH12210) can be replaced only by your

dealer or an IBM service representative. It contains lithium and

can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do

not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) heat to more than

100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disassemble. Dispose

of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

CAUTION:

The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD) contains

mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills.

Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.

The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the

computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and

the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, imme-

diately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15

minutes; then get medical care if any symptoms are present

after washing.

Laser Compliance Statement

The CD-ROM drive of the ThinkPad 390 computer is a laser product.

The CD-ROM drive's classification label (shown below) is located on

the top of the drive.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the require-

ments of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of

Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser

products.

In other countries, the drive is certified to conform to the require-

ments of EN60825.

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