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page E-1.

First Edition (August 1997)

This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein;

these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements or changes in the products or the

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Thank You for Selecting

an IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED Computer

The IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer

is designed to be convenient for

your mobile computing needs.

We hope you enjoy its fast processing power,

brilliant and colorful DSTN or TFT LCD display,

and multimedia capabilities.

Distinctive System Features

Note:

Not all models support all the

features shown here.

The following are the distinctive system features of the IBM

ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer:

Pentium Processor and PCI Bus.

The fast Intel** Pentium** processor with MMX** technology and PCI bus combine to give your

computer optimal speed and performance.

EDO Memory.

The built-in extended data out (EDO) memory chip enhances performance with fast memory access.

PCMCIA** Support: +Page 3-18.

The computer provides two Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA)

slots. PCMCIA software also is provided so that you can use PC Cards more easily and

conveniently.

Notebook Manager: +Page 3-3.

The Notebook Manager program allows you to set various parameters by using a graphical user

interface.

BIOS Utility: +Page C-1.

The built-in BIOS Utility let you configure hardware settings for your computer.

Security: +Page 5-1.

The computer provides security passwords for the computer. Locking capability is provided for the

computer. Personalization is also provided to make it easy to identify your computer.

Customer Support and Service: +Page 8-13.

Comprehensive service and support packages for your IBM ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer are

available in most countries.

SVGA Color LCD: +Page 3-13.

The DSTN (dual-scan super-twisted nematic) display models offer 256 colors at 800-by-600 SVGA

resolution. The TFT (thin-film transistor) display models offer 65,536 colors at 800-by-600

resolution.

Audio Features: +Page 3-20.

The system-integrated Yamaha** Sound Chip provides stereo business audio (8 bit to 16 bit) with

Sound Blaster** Pro compatibility.

Power Management: +Page 4-12.

Power Management sets the computer to different modes to save battery power when you are not

using the full power of your computer. It also provides a resume function, which quickly returns you

to where you left off.

CD-ROM Drive: +Page 3-22.

The built-in CD-ROM model affords access to large databases and multimedia applications. It can

even play your favorite music CDs.

Fn Key Functions: +Page 2-13.

The combination of this Fn key with a function key is used to control display modes and battery

power-saving modes.

TrackPoint III: +Page 2-10.

Pointing and selecting all become part of a single process with no need to lift your hands from the

keyboard with the TrackPoint III.

About This Book

Note:

The illustrations in this book may be

slightly different from your computer.

This book contains information that will help you operate the IBM

ThinkPad 310E or 310ED computer (hereafter called the 310E,

310ED, or computer).

Be sure to read Chapter 1 and

Chapter 2 before using the computer. 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.

Read the following chapters

whenever you need to. 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 and internal devices.

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,” provides

additional information when using PC Cards.

Appendix C, “BIOS Utility,” describes how to use the BIOS utility.

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Appendix D, “Features and Specifications,” describes the

features and specifications associated with your computer.

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

warranty statements for your computer and notices for this book.

This book also includes a glossary, for the meaning of terms and

acronyms used in this book, and an index.

Information Notices

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

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Treatment of Icons

This book contains the following icons (symbols):

•For procedures or information unique to the operating system

installed in your computer:

Information for IBM DOS users.

Information for Microsoft Windows Version 3.11 users.

Information for Microsoft Windows 95 users.

•For procedures or information unique to the computer model or

type: Information only for 310E models.

Information only for 310ED models.

•For information referred to:

+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.

Note: The example shown here of someone in a traditional setting. Even

when not in such a setting, you can follow many of these tips. Develop

good habits and they will serve you well.

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