IBM Thinkpad A22m Wireless Models Manual

IBM Mobile Systems
ThinkPad Computer
Hardware Maintenance Manual
November 2001
ThinkPad  A22m Wireless models
(MT 2628)
ThinkPad  Dock   (MT 2631) This manual supports:

            

NoteBefore using this information and the product it
supports, be sure to read the general information
under “Notices” on page 135.
Second Edition (November 2001)
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Contents
Introduction.............1
Important service information.........1
Strategy for replacing FRUs........1
How to use error messages........2
Diskette compatibility matrix.........2
Safety notices: multilingual translations......3
Safety information............14
General safety............14
Electrical safety...........15
Safety inspection guide.........16
Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices 17
Grounding requirements.........18
Laser compliance statement.........18
General...

1060 Ultrabay 2000 device........66
1070 Dummy card..........68
1080 Keyboard...........69
1090 Keyboard CRU insulator.......72
1100 Hinge cover and clear sheet icon....73
1110 Keyboard bezel and speaker......74
1120 Speaker cable..........77
1130 Wireless PC Card and sub card.....78
1140 PC Card slot assembly.......87
1150 Fan assembly..........89
1160 Diskette drive..........91
1170 Upper shield...........93
1180 TV card............94
1190 CPU socket and CPU........95
1200 System board and RJ45/11...

Introduction
Important service information
ImportantBIOS and device driver fixes are
customer-installable. The BIOS and device drivers
are posted on the IBM support site
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Advise customers to contact the PC Company
HelpCenter at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance
in obtaining or installing any diskette fixes.
Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at
800-565-3344 for assistance or download
information.
Strategy for replacing FRUs
Before replacing partsMake sure that all...

Strategy for replacing a hard-disk driveAlways try to run a low-level format before replacing a
hard-disk drive.
Attention:The drive startup sequence in the computer
you are servicing may have been changed. Be extremely
careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or
formatting. If you select an incorrect drive, data or
programs can be overwritten.
How to use error messages
Use the error codes displayed on the screen to diagnose
failures. If more than one error code is displayed, begin the...

Safety notices: multilingual translations
In this manual, safety notices appear in English with a
page number reference to the appropriate multi-lingual,
translated safety notice found in this section.
The following safety notices are provided in English,
French, German, Italian, and Spanish languages.
Safety notice 1
Before the computer is powered-on after FRU
replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other
small parts are in place and are not left loose inside
the computer. Verify this by shaking...

Safety notice 2
DANGER
Some standby batteries contain a small amount of
nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble a standby
battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or
short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery as required
by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the
battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of an
incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion
of the battery.
Certaines batteries de secours contiennent du
nickel et du cadmium. Ne les démontez pas, ne les
rechargez pas,...

(continuation of safety notice 2)
Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccola
quantitàdi nichel e cadmio. Non smontarle,
ricaricarle, gettarle nel fuoco o nell’acqua né
cortocircuitarle. Smaltirle secondo la normativa in
vigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e
disposizioni locali). Quando si sostituisce la
batteria dell’RTC (real time clock) o la batteria di
supporto, utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti
nell’appropriato Catalogo parti. L’impiego di una
batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare...

Safety notice 3
DANGER
The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel.
Do not disassemble it, throw it into fire or water, or
short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as
required by local ordinances or regulations. Use
only the battery in the appropriate parts listing
when replacing the battery pack. Use of an
incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion
of the battery.
La batterie contient du nickel. Ne la démontez pas,
ne l’exposez ni au feu niàl’eau. Ne la mettez pas
en court-...