IBM ThinkPad A20 User manual

Setup Guide

P/N: 04P4218

IBM ThinkPad A20

Checklist for unpacking

Thank you for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad A20 computer. Match the items on this list with the items in the box.

If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase.

Ø Computer Ø CDs:

 Software Selections CD

 Recovery CD kit

for Windows

Ø Telephone cable

Ø Miscellaneous parts

Security screw

TrackPoint cap

Other items

Manual package

for Windows

Microsoft

Windows98

Ø Books:



Setup Guide



User's Reference

Setup Guide

Ø Power cord

Ø AC adapter

Note: With the ThinkPad A20p model, a ThinkPad Video In/Out Conversion Cable is also included.

Setting up your computer

Connecting to a power source.

Connect the AC adapter to the computer's power jack (at

the rear of the computer). Make the connections in the

order shown.

Turning on the system.

a) Open the liquid crystal display (LCD).

Press the LCD latches .1/ and open the LCD .2/.

Then position the LCD so that it is convenient for

viewing.

b) Push the power switch .1/.

Using the TrackPoint.

The TrackPoint is a unique device for moving the cursor

on the screen. Using the TrackPoint, you can perform all

of the operations of a mouse. The left and right buttons

function like the left and right buttons on a mouse.

To move the cursor, use the red-topped stick at the center

of the keyboard. Press gently with your left or right index

finger in the direction you want to move the cursor. To

select and drag an object, press and hold one of the

buttons with either thumb, as required by your software.

Click means to press the left button once. Double-click

means to press the left button twice within 1 second.

For more information about the TrackPoint, see the online

information.

Stick

Left click button

Cursor

Right click button

Center button

Using the volume control.

You can adjust the sound level produced by the built-in

speakers by using the following three buttons:

.1/ Volume up: The volume increases.

.2/ Volume down: The volume decreases.

.3/ Mute: Sound turns off.

If the sound is muted when you turn off the

computer, it remains muted when you turn the

computer on again.

To turn on the sound, press the Volume up or

Volume down button.

When you press one of these buttons, the volume

indicator appears on the screen for a few seconds. For

more details on volume control, see the online information.

Setting up Windows.

The computer is preloaded with Windows 98, Windows

2000, Windows 95, or Windows NT. To set up the

operating system, follow the instructions on the computer

display.

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Using Access ThinkPad.

Your computer features the unique ThinkPad Button.

Press the ThinkPad Buttont anytime to open the online

help and information center—Access ThinkPad.

User information and documentation about your ThinkPad

model is available through Access ThinkPad and ThinkPad

Assistant. No need to carry heavy manuals or reference

books.

Perform a Quick Search of the ThinkPad Assistant index.

Or search the full text of the help system in ThinkPad

Assistant.

If you are logged on to the Internet, click one of the

Internet portal buttons in Access ThinkPad.

Get help and user support rapidly

Update software

Find business solutions

Learn about accessories that can make you even

more productive

ThinkPad Button

Service and Support information

Getting help around the world

International Warranty Service (IWS) is available for customers

who are moving products or traveling to countries where their

product (as identified by the 4-digit machine type) is sold and

serviced by IBM or IBM-authorized representatives. Warranty

service delivery methods of the country providing the service will

be in effect. IBM reserves the right to change or modify its

service delivery methods by country at any time without notice.

Service procedures differ by country, and some service and

parts may not be available in all countries because of the laws of

that particular country. In some countries, fees may apply to

service provided on-site in remote locations.

To register, call one of the following IWS Offices:

The IWS office will issue an International Warranty Service

Certificate, which you can use wherever IBM or IBM resellers

sell and service this product.

Before you call for service, have on hand:

The exact wording of any error messages

Information on the configuration of your hardware and

software

A description of the problem

Information on any options installed on your system,

including serial numbers

Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Hong Kong: 61-2-9354-4171

Canada, Latin America, and the U.S.: 1-800-497-7426

248-740-1215

Europe, Middle East, and Africa: 44-1475-893638

Japan, Korea, China (except Hong Kong), and Taiwan: 81-462-73-7598

Your name:

Company name:

Model number:

Serial number:

Company or reseller service:

IBM service Web site:

IBM service number:

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