IBM ThinkPad 760E User manual

Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Notices”

on page 299.

First Edition (September 1996)

The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, or 760EL Computer

The IBM ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, or 760EL computer

is one of the most advanced notebook computers available today.

We are happy to offer this computer to help

meet all your multimedia and mobile computing needs.

iii

What would You Like to Do?

What would you like to do? The following gives you a shortcut to where you can find information in this

book. Find the topic that interests you; then follow the arrow!

Setting up the computer for the first time Page 7.

Installing options Chapter 6 .

Installing PC Cards Page 122.

Using PC Card Director Page 44.

Configuring the computer Page 35.

Creating the backup diskettes using the Diskette Factory

Page 12.

Reinstalling the operating system Chapter 7.

Changing the system resource setting Appendix A.

Sending a fax Page 13.

Attaching a printer Page 14.

Communicating with infrared Page 15.

Capturing a motion video Page 16.

iv IBM ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, or 760EL User's Guide

Frequently asked question Page 229.

Troubleshooting chart Page 235.

IBM help systems Page 259.

Preserving battery power Page 90.

Using passwords Page 101.

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

ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, or 760EL computer (hereafter called the

760E, 760ED, or 760EL

, or

computer

Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” provides information about how to

set up your computer.

Chapter 2, “Getting Familiar with Your Computer,” acquaints you

with the basic features of your computer.

Chapter 3, “Operating Your Computer,” provides information on

using your computer's various features.

Chapter 4, “Using Battery Power,” describes how to operate your

computer with the battery pack, and get longer battery life.

Chapter 5, “Protecting Your Computer,” provides information for

protecting your computer and internal devices.

Chapter 6, “Installing and Removing Options,” describes how to

install or remove IBM options.

Chapter 7, “Installing Software,” provides procedures for installing

operating systems and device drivers in your computer.

Chapter 8, “Solving Computer Problems,” describes what to do

when you have a computer problem.

Appendix A, “System Resources,” lists the system resources and

provides some steps you can take to avoid problems when you add

or remove options.

Appendix B, “Advanced Information for PC Cards,” provides

additional information when using PC Cards.

Appendix C, “Features and Specifications,” describes the

features and specifications associated with your computer.

Appendix D, “Product Warranties and Notices,” contains the

warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.

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Viewing the Online Book

Note:

The online book is not available in all

countries.

You can view this

User's Guide

online to retrieve information about

the computer.

To start the online book preloaded in the hard disk of your computer,

click on the Online Book icon in your operating system.

Information Notices This book contains notices that relate to specific information or text.

Note

Attention

Caution

Provides important hints, tips,

guidance, or advice.

Indicates possible damage to

programs, devices, system, or

data. It appears next to the

related instruction or situation

in which possible damage could

occur.

Indicates situations that are

potentially hazardous to you.

It appears in text before the

instruction or situation that

could be hazardous.

Danger

Indicates situations that are

potentially lethal or extremely

hazardous to you. It is indicated

by the symbol and appears

in text before the instruction or

situation that could be dangerous.

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Attention

vii

Computer Models and Treatment of Icons

We offer several models of the ThinkPad 760 computer. Each model

has different features. In this book, information unique to each

feature is described with the following icons:

Mwave DSP feature (

760

wave

) :

Built-in 28.8Kbps modem, telephony, and

Sound Blaster** Pro functions

ESS AudioDrive feature (

760

ESS

) :

Support for Sound Blaster Pro audio

Enhanced video with MPEG feature (

760

ideo

) :

Support for Windows

Direct Draw

and MPEG-II player, TV in/out, and a game port

Standard video:

our simplest video solution

Built-in CD-ROM drive

in the UltraBay (

760

)

Built-in diskette drive

in the UltraBay (

760

FDD

)

TFT LCD

display

DSTN LCD

display

In addition to the icons just described, this book contains the

following icons for procedures or information unique to the operating

system installed in your computer:

OS/2

Information for IBM

Operating System/2

(OS/2) users. DOS Information for IBM DOS

users.

WINInformation for Microsoft

Windows Version 3.11

users.

WIN Information for Microsoft

Windows 95 users.

WIN Information for Microsoft

Windows NT Workstation

Version 3.51 users.

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Ergonomics Information

This is important information to read before using your ThinkPad

computer.

Working while “on the go” may mean adapting to frequent changes in

your environment. Following some simple “rules of the road” will

make things easier and bring you the maximum benefits of your

ThinkPad computer. Keeping in mind such basics as good lighting

and proper seating, for example, can go a long way in helping you

enhance your performance and achieve greater comfort wherever

you are.

What if I am traveling?

It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when

you are using the ThinkPad computer while on the move or in a

“casual” setting, such as the seashore or on a mountaintop.

Sometimes, your lap may be the only “desk” around. Regardless of

the setting, try to observe as many of the tips for proper usage as

possible. Sitting properly and using adequate lighting, for example,

will help you maintain desirable comfort and performance levels.

Questions about vision?

IBM's visual display screens are designed to meet the highest

standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large,

bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Of

course, any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring.

If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort, consult a

vision care specialist for advice.

Note:

The example shown here of

someone in a traditional setting.

Even when not in such a setting, you

can follow many of these tips.

Develop good habits and they will

serve you well. 4Chair

6Thighs

5Arms

1Head

3Display

2View

1 Head

Keep your head in a comfortable

and vertical position.

2 View

Maintain a comfortable viewing

distance of 20–30 inches.

3 Display

Position the display to avoid

glare or reflections from

overhead lighting or outside

sources of light.

Keep the display screen clean

and set the contrast and

brightness to levels that allow

you to see the screen clearly.

4 Chair

Use a chair that gives you good

back support.

5 Arms

Keep your forearms, wrists, and

hands in a relaxed and neutral

position. Don't pound the keys;

type with a soft touch.

6 Thighs

Keep your thighs parallel to the

floor and your feet flat on the

floor or on a footrest.

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