Instructions for using the recovery cd (english) (2 pages)
Summary of Contents for IBM ThinkPad R40e
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ThinkPad R40 Series Checklist for unpacking Thank you for purchasing the IBM ThinkPad R Series 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.
Setting up your computer 1. Installing the battery. a) Align the side of the battery with the side of the battery compartment in the computer 1 ; then gently push the battery into the compartment 2 . b) Slide the battery latch to lock it. 2.
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TrackPoint for its pointing function only, and the touch pad for its extended functions only, or vice versa. For more information about the UltraNav, press the Access IBM button to open Access IBM, your on-board help system. Note: Some models have the TrackPoint only, without a touch pad and its buttons.
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When you press one of these buttons after the completion of Windows setup, the volume indicator appears on the screen for a few seconds. For more information on volume control, see the on-board help system, Access IBM. 6. Setting up Windows.
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7. Using Access IBM. Whenever you have a question about your computer, or wish to view IBM Web Access IBM sites, simply press the Access IBM button to open Access IBM. Access IBM is the comprehensive, on-board help and information center for your computer.
Note: Use only a PC2100 DDR SDRAM unbuffered SO-DIMM in your computer. If you install a SO-DIMM that is not supported by your computer, the computer beeps, and the system does not start. You can purchase the appropriate memory option from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
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If the SO-DIMM is already in the memory slot, remove it to make room for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save it for future use. 5.
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Access IBM button. The Access IBM Predesktop Area appears on the screen. (If you have deleted the service partition of the hard disk drive, or replaced the hard disk drive itself, the Access IBM does not appear. Refer to the “Note”...
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IBM service Web site: _________________________ IBM service number: _________________________ Notes: Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both: ThinkPad TrackPoint UltraNav Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation...
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