Trackpoint Problems - IBM ThinkPad A22e Supplementary Manual

Solving computer problems
If these connections are correct, disconnect the keyboard/mouse cable from
the computer and make sure that the keyboard operates properly. If the
built-in keyboard works, there is a problem with either the cable or with the
keyboard. Try using a different keyboard/mouse cable or external keyboard.

TrackPoint problems

Problem: The cursor drifts when the computer is turned on or after it resumes
normal operation.
Solution: The cursor might drift when you are not using the TrackPoint
during normal operation. This is a normal characteristic of the TrackPoint and
is not a defect. Drift might last for several seconds under the following
conditions:
v When the computer is turned on.
v When the computer resumes normal operation.
v When the TrackPoint is pressed for a long time.
v When the temperature changes.
Problem: The mouse or pointing device does not work.
Solution: Make sure that the pointing-device cable is enabled in the ThinkPad
Configuration Program.
Make sure that the mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to
the computer.
Try using the TrackPoint. If the TrackPoint works, the error might be due to
the mouse.
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If your mouse is incompatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse, disable the
TrackPoint, using the ThinkPad Configuration Program.
Note: For more information, see the manual supplied with the mouse.
Problem: The mouse buttons do not work.
Solution: Change the mouse driver to Standard PS/2 Port Mouse, and then
reinstall IBM PS/2 TrackPoint. Drivers are provided in the
C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive. If your hard disk
drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the ThinkPad Service &
Support Web site. To access this Web site, open Access ThinkPad by pressing
the ThinkPad button, then click the Service & Support image on the right of
the screen.
Problem: The scrolling or magnifying glass function does not work.
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Chapter 2. Solving computer problems