IBM ThinkPad 380 Manuel utilisateur

Note

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

on page 213.

First Edition (March 1997)

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D Computer

We hope the powerful

IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D computer

will fulfill your mobile computing needs.

iii

Distinctive System Features of the IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D computer

SVGA Color LCD:

Page 44.

Both the DSTN (dual-scan

super-twisted nematic) and TFT

(thin-film transistor) display

models offer 65,536 colors at

800-by-600 resolution, for a

colorful and clear picture.

Infrared

Communication: Page 49.

An infrared port is supplied with

your computer for wireless serial

communication.

ThinkPad Features

Program: Page 28.

The ThinkPad Features program

is a graphical user interface (or

set of commands) that allows

you to easily set various

parameters.

Power Management:

Page 63.

The computer comes with

software that allows you to

extend battery life by reducing

power usage throughout the

computer system. It also

provides a resume function,

which is faster than computer

power-on, quickly returning you

to where you left off.

Security Features:

Page 73.

You can set passwords or use

locks to secure your computer.

The Personalization Utilities are

also provided, which is a

program that allows you to

identify your computer.

PC Card Support:

Page 46.

The computer provides two PC

Card slots that accept a 16-bit

PC Card and a software that

makes using PC Cards easy.

TrackPoint III:

Page 20.

Pointing, selecting, and dragging

all become part of a single

process without your needing to

lift your hands from the

keyboard.

F1 Fn Key Function:

Page 22.

Controlling display output type or

saving battery power is easily set

with the combination of the Fn

key with a function key

(F1–F12).

Audio Support Features:

Page 51.

The audio support is compatible

with Sound Blaster** with various

audio features for your

entertainment.

iv IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D User's Guide

Where to Find Information

What would you like to do with your computer? 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!

Setup Setting up the computer Page 6.

Installing options Chapter 6.

Installing PC Cards Page 86.

Using the PC Card software Page 48.

Using the ThinkPad features program Page 28.

Creating the backup diskettes using utility programs.

Page 12.

Reinstalling the operating system Chapter 7.

Changing the system resource setting Appendix A.

The Basics Attaching an external display Page 42.

Using the infrared communication feature Page 49.

Using the audio feature Page 51

Troubleshooting Frequently asked question Page 141.

Troubleshooting Page 147.

How to receive IBM Customer Support and Service

Page 166.

Travel and Security Preserving battery-pack life Page 60.

Using battery power-management function Page 63.

Using passwords Page 74.

Using locks Page 83.

About This Book

Note:

The illustrations in this book might be

slightly different from your computer.

This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM

ThinkPad 380 or 380D computer (hereafter called the

380

380D

, or

computer

). Be sure to read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 before using

the computer. Read from Chapter 3 on whenever you need to.

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 different features.

Chapter 4, “Using Battery Power,” provides power

management information and describes how to operate your

computer with the battery pack.

Chapter 5, “Protecting Your Computer,” provides information

for protecting your computer.

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, “Avoiding Hardware Conflicts,” lists some steps

you can take to avoid problems when you add or remove

options.

Appendix B, “Advanced Information for PC Cards for OS/2

Warp,” provides additional information when using PC Cards.

Appendix C, “Using PS2 Commands,” provides the PS2

commands for the ThinkPad Features program.

Appendix D, “Features and Specifications,” describes the

features and specifications associated with your computer.

vi IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D User's Guide

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

warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.

The glossary defines terms appearing in this book.

vii

Viewing the Online Book

You can view this book online to easily retrieve information about the

computer when you are traveling.

Note: The online book is not

available in all countries. To start the online book, select the Online Book icon in Microsoft**

Windows** 95.

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

Note

Attention

Caution

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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

viii IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D User's Guide

Treatment of Icons This book contains the following icons (symbols):

For procedures or information unique to the operating system

installed in your computer:

For procedures or information unique to the computer model or

type:

For information referred to:

WIN Information for Microsoft

Windows 95 users.

OS/2

Information for IBM

Operating System/2 (OS/2)

users.

Information for Microsoft

Windows Version 3.11

users.

DOS Information for IBM DOS

users.

WIN Information for Microsoft

Windows NT Workstation

users.

380D

Information only for the

380D.

Where to go for more

information.

Ergonomics Information

This is important information to read before using your ThinkPad

computer in the virtual office.

Working in the virtual office 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.

4Chair

6Thighs

5Arms

1Head

3Display

2View

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