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Chapter 1
Getting familiar with your computer
This chapter provides basic information about your computer.
Note
To power off the computer, hold the power switch for just a
second and release it. Wait at least 5 seconds before powering
on again or resuming normal operation from suspend or
hibernation mode.
Identifying the hardware features
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System-status indicators
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6
Functions of your computer
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8
Keyboard functions
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8
TrackPoint
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8
Fn key
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11
Numeric keypad
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14
UltraslimBay
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15
ThinkPad Utility programs
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16
Easy-Setup
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16
ThinkPad Configuration program
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25
Online User's Guide
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29
Backing up your system
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30
Recovering lost or damaged software
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30
Using the Software Selections CD
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30
Using the Recovery CD
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32
ConfigSafe
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34
ThinkPad Web site
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35
Replacing the battery pack
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36
Getting service
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38
Help at the ThinkPad Web site
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38
Help by telephone
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39
Recording sheets
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Copyright IBM Corp. 1999
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