Statement of Limited Warranty

Warranty period ThinkPad X40 Series System Hardware: 3 years System Battery: 1 year

Function keys

Fn key Function Fn+F1 Reserved Fn+F2 Reserved Fn+F3 Turn off the computer (LCD) display, leaving the screen blank NOTE: To turn the LCD display on again, press any key or the TrackPoint pointing stick. The computer display is also turned on if you attach the ac adapter to the computer, or detach it. Fn+F4 Put your computer in standby mode. To return to normal operation, press the Fn key only, without pressing a function key. NOTES: This mode is called suspend mode in Microsoft Windows NT. In Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 2000, this combination of buttons functions as a sleep button. You can change the setting so that pressing it puts the computer into hibernation mode or even shuts the computer down. Fn+F5 Enable or disable the built-in wireless networking features (the IEEE 802.11 standard). If you press Fn + F5, a list of wireless features is displayed in the Wireless Radio Control window. You can quickly change the power state of each feature in the list. NOTE: This function is supported in Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Microsoft Windows 98. Fn+F6 Reserved Fn+F7 Switch between the LCD and an external monitor (CRT). If an external monitor is attached, computer output is displayed in the following three patterns by turns: CRT display LCD + CRT display LCD To enable this function in Windows 2000 and Windows XP, do the following: Start Windows 2000 or Windows XP, and log on to the system. Press Fn+F7 and select a display-switching function in the Initial setup window NOTES: For any operating system other than Windows XP or Windows 2000, no additional procedure is needed. Just press Fn+F7. This function is not supported if different desktop images are displayed on the computer display and the external monitor. This function does not work while a DVD movie or a video clip is playing. Applying a presentation scheme NOTE: This function is supported only in Windows 2000 and Windows XP. Apply a presentation scheme directly, with no need to start Presentation Director. To enable this function, do the following: Start Windows 2000 or Windows XP, and log on to the system. Press Fn+F7. The Initial setup window opens. Select a presentation scheme function for the Fn+F7 key combination. The setting window opens. Select the optional setting.   Fn+F8 Turn screen expansion on or off. If your screen image is smaller than the physical display, switch the size of the computer screen between expanded mode and normal mode. NOTE: This function is not supported in Windows XP and Windows 2000. Fn+F9 Opens the IBM ThinkPad EasyEject Utility screen. Buttons for the following choices are displayed: Eject ThinkPad PC from X4 UltraBase: This button is displayed only if the ThinkPad computer has been attached to a X4 UltraBase. You can detach the computer from the X4 UltraBase. Run EasyEject Actions: You can select, stop, and remove external devices connected to the ThinkPad computer. Configure EasyEject Actions: You can open the IBM ThinkPad EasyEject Utility main window. Fn+F9 Settings: You can configure the settings for the Fn+F9 function. NOTES: This function is supported only in Windows XP and Windows 2000. You can use this Utility to stop and remove all ejectable devices connected to your ThinkPad computer, and the ThinkPad X4 UltraBase Dock. Fn+F10 Reserved Fn+F11 Reserved Fn+F12 Put your computer in hibernation mode. To return to normal operation, press the power button for less than four seconds. NOTE: To use Fn+F12 for hibernation in Windows XP and Windows 2000, the IBM PM device driver must have been installed on the computer. Fn+PgUp Turn the ThinkLight on or off NOTE: This function is supported only on the ThinkPad computers that have the ThinkLight. The on or off status of the ThinkLight is shown on the screen for a few seconds when the user presses Fn+PgUp. Fn+Home The LCD becomes brighter. Fn+End The LCD becomes dimmer. Fn+Spacebar Enable the FullScreen Magnifier function.

Front view

Index Item Image Description 1 Computer LCD display The high-resolution, thin-film transistor (TFT) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. 2 Power and system status indicators The power-status indicators show whether the computer is in standby, hibernation, or normal mode and show the charge level of the battery. Your computer also has four system-status indicators: Drive in use, Numeric lock, Caps lock, and Power on. If your computer is shipped with a wireless feature, it can use the wireless status indicator 3 Power switch Use the power switch to turn on the computer. To turn off your computer, use the Start menu shutdown options on Microsoft Windows. The power switch can also be programmed to shut down the computer or put it into standby or hibernation. NOTES: If you are using Microsoft Windows NT, you cannot put the computer into standby mode by pressing the power switch. If you cannot turn off the computer by using the shutdown options on Windows, press and hold the power switch for 2 seconds. If your computer stops responding, and you cannot turn it off, press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac adapter and the battery. 4 Forward and back Web keys The Forward and back keys on your keyboard near the cursor-control keys are used with your Internet browser, such as Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer. They function like the forward and back arrows in the browser that move you back and forward to pages you have viewed in the order that you opened them. 5 Built-in microphone The built-in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio. 6 TrackPoint pointing stick The keyboard contains the unique TrackPoint cursor-pointing device. Pointing, selecting, and dragging are all part of a single process that you can perform without moving your fingers from typing position. The TrackPoint provides functions similar to those of a mouse and its buttons. 7 TrackPoint buttons 8 Fn+Spacebar Press Fn+Spacebar to start the FullScreen Magnifier and enlarge the active window. 9 Fn key Use the Fn key to take advantage of ThinkPad system functions, such as turning on the ThinkLight. To use ThinkPad system functions, press Fn + the required function key marked in blue. 10 Access IBM button Press the Access IBM button to open Access IBM, your onboard help system, which helps answer questions and provides quick access to software tools and key IBM Web sites. 11 Volume buttons The built-in volume buttons enable you to quickly adjust the volume or mute the sound from your ThinkPad computer. 12 UltraConnect wireless antennas Some ThinkPad system models feature an integrated diversity antenna system built into the display for optimal reception, enabling wireless communication wherever you are. 13 ThinkLight Use the ThinkLight device to illuminate the keyboard when you are using your ThinkPad system under less than perfect lighting conditions.

Left side view

Index Item Image Description 1 Fan louvers The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. 2 USB 2.0 connector and the USB power connector The Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 connector is used for connecting USB interface-compatible devices, such as a printer or digital camera. Your computer has one more USB connector at the right side. If you want to use the USB optical drive, you can connect the drive to the USB connector and the USB power connector. The USB power connector supplies power to the external drive and you do not need an external power source. If you want to use the USB diskette drive, you can connect the drive to the USB connector. In Microsoft Windows XP or Microsoft Windows 2000, the driver of the diskette drive is automatically installed when you connect the drive to the computer. When the USB diskette drive is set up, a drive letter is assigned to it. The drive letter is not always drive A, as it is with an ordinary diskette drive; it depends on the configuration of your computer. 3 External monitor port You can attach an external monitor or a projector to your ThinkPad computer to display computer information. 4 Power jack The ac adapter cable connects to the computer power jack to provide power to the computer and charge the battery.

Right side view

Index Item Image Description 1 Security keyhole Your ThinkPad computer comes with a security keyhole. You can purchase a security cable and lock to fit this keyhole. 2 Modem connector Connect your computer to a telephone line with the modem connector. NOTE: The Ethernet connector and the modem connector may adjoin each other. Be sure to connect your communication cable to the proper connector. If you connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector, the Ethernet connector might be damaged. 3 Ethernet connector Connect your computer to a LAN with the Ethernet connector. NOTE: Two indicators, adjacent to the connector, show the status of the network connection. When your computer connects to a LAN and a session with the network is available, the right indicator is solid green. While data is being transmitted, the left indicator blinks yellow. 4 USB 2.0 connector The Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector is used for connecting USB interface-compatible devices, such as a printer or digital camera. Your computer has one more USB connector at the left side. If you want to use a USB diskette drive, you can connect it to the USB connector. In Windows XP or Windows 2000, the driver of the diskette drive is automatically installed when you connect the drive to the computer. When the USB diskette drive has been set up successfully, a drive letter is assigned to it. Unlike an ordinary diskette drive, the drive letter is not always drive A. The drive letter assigned depends on the configuration of the computer you use. 5 Infrared port The infrared port enables the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability, such as some personal digital assistants (PDAs) and mobile computers. 6 Secure digital card slot Some ThinkPad system models have a slot for a Secure Digital (SD) card. You can use this compact device easily by inserting it into the slot. 7 Stereo headphone jack Experience sounds by connecting a headphone or speakers to the audio jacks. 8 Microphone jack Capture sound by connecting a microphone to the microphone jack. 9 PC Card slot In the PC Card slot, you can insert numerous PC Cards, such as modem, data storage, network, and SCSI connector cards.

Bottom view

Index Item Image Description 1 Battery Use your computer with battery power whenever AC power is unavailable. By installing a second battery, available as an option, you can extend the operating time of the computer. You can also use the Battery MaxiMiser wizard to adjust your power setting as needed. NOTE: You can install a maximum of two batteries in your ThinkPad computer, as follows: One of the following installed in your computer: ThinkPad X40 Series 4-Cell Li-Ion Battery ThinkPad X40 Series 8-Cell Li-Ion Battery One of the following attached to the docking connector: ThinkPad X40 Series Extended Life Battery Ultrabay Slim battery installed in the X4 UltraBase Dock 2 Expansion slots for Memory, Mini PCI, or daughter cards You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a memory module in the memory bay. Memory modules are available as options. The two communication bays are for replacing a Mini-PCI Card and Communication Daughter Cards (CDCs). 3 Labels for identification The serial number label identifies your computer. If you contact IBM for help, the serial number will enable IBM support technicians to identify your computer and provide the highest level of service. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity (COA) label for the preinstalled operating system is attached. Printed on this label are the product ID and the product key information for your computer. Record this information and keep it in a safe place. You might need these numbers, to start your computer or reinstall the operating system. 4 Hard disk drive Your computer has a large-capacity, customer upgradeable hard disk drive that can meet a variety of storage demands. If you wish, you can purchase another hard disk drive and install it in the bay for Ultrabay Slim devices in the X4 UltraBase Dock. Note: To install the hard disk drive in the bay for Ultrabay Slim devices, you need the ThinkPad 2nd Hard Disk Drive Adapter for Ultrabay Slim. 5 Built-in speaker The speaker is built into your computer. 6 Docking connector With an X4 UltraBase Dock, you can extend the capabilities of your computer when you are in your office or at home. You can also attach the ThinkPad X40 Series Extended Life Battery to this connector, for use as the second battery of the computer.

Status indicators - ThinkPad X40 Index number LED indicator LED indicator color LED indicator meaning 1 Wireless status Green The wireless feature is on, and the radio link is ready for use. This indicator is on when the data is transmitted. 2 Bluetooth status Green Bluetooth is operational. This indicator is on when the Bluetooth is on and not in suspend mode. 3 Num lock Green The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled. To enable or disable the keypad, press and hold the Shift key, and press the NumLk (ScrLk) key. 4 Caps lock Green Caps Lock mode is enabled. To enable or disable Caps Lock mode, press the Caps Lock key. 5 Drive in use Green Data is being read from or written to the hard-disk drive, the diskette drive, or the drive in the Ultrabay Slim device. When this indicator is on, do not put the computer into standby mode or turn off the computer. NOTE: Do not move the system while the green drive-in-use light is on. Sudden physical shock could cause drive errors. 6 Power on Green The computer is on and ready to use. This indicator stays lit whenever the computer is on and is not in standby mode. 7 Battery status Green The battery is in use and has enough power. The ac adapter has charged the battery completely. Blinking green The battery is being charged, but still has enough power to operate. (At regular intervals, the indicator light turns off briefly.) Orange The battery is being charged, but the battery power is still low. Blinking orange The battery needs to be charged. When the indicator starts blinking orange, the computer beeps three times. 8 Standby status Green The computer is in standby mode. Blinking green The computer is entering standby mode or hibernation mode, or is resuming normal operation. X4 UltraBase Dock top view - ThinkPad X40 Index number Item Description 1 Guide tabs These tabs guide your computer into the correct position in the X4 UltraBase Dock. 2 Ultrabay Slim security screw The Ultrabay Slim security screw locks the Ultrabay Slim device and prevents it from being removed without your permission. 3 Docking connector The docking connector is used for attaching the ThinkPad X40 computer to the X4 UltraBase Dock. 4 Power jack The power jack is where you connect the ac adapter. 5 Monitor connector The monitor connector is for connecting an external monitor. 6 Serial connector The serial connector is for connecting a serial device. 7 Parallel connector The parallel connector is for connecting a parallel device. 8 Ethernet connector The Ethernet connector is for connecting the X4 UltraBase Dock to a LAN. 9 Modem connector The modem connector is for connecting the X4 UltraBase Dock to a telephone line. 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors The USB connectors are for connecting the devices that conform to the USB interface. 11 Keyboard/mouse connector The keyboard/mouse connector is for connecting a mouse or an external keyboard. If you wish to use an external mouse and keyboard simultaneously, attach a keyboard/mouse cable to this connector. 12 UltraBase lock The UltraBase lock prevents the eject lever from being released. 13 Eject request button and status indicator By pressing the eject request button, you can request the operating system to undock the computer from the X4 UltraBase Dock. The status indicator is green when the computer is attached to the X4 UltraBase Dock. This indicator turns off when the eject request is issued and the computer can be detached safely from the X4 UltraBase Dock. 14 Eject lever The eject lever detaches your computer from the X4 UltraBase Dock. X4 UltraBase Dock bottom view - ThinkPad X40 Index number Item Description 1 Extendable leg This leg can be extended to angle the keyboard for more comfortable typing. 2 Security keyhole The security keyhole is used to secure your computer to help prevent it from being removed without your permission. 3 Ultrabay Slim The Ultrabay Slim is used for installing various devices such as a DVD drive, a CD-RW/DVD combo drive, a second hard disk drive, or a second battery. 4 Bay latch release The bay latch releases the handle so you can replace the Ultrabay Slim device. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on and off. 6 Power button security latch The power button security latch disables the power button to prevent the system from turning on or off accidentally. 7 Built-in stereo speakers The built-in stereo speakers generate stereo sound.