IBM Thinkpad S30 S31 Manual
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Suspend ModeIn suspend mode, the following occurs: vThe LCD is powered off. vThe hard disk drive is powered off. vThe CPU stops. Events that cause the computer to enter suspend mode: vSuspend mode requested by the Fn key (Fn+F4). vThe Lid is closed. vThe specified time has elapsed. vBattery low occurs and hibernation conditions are insufficient. Note:When battery is low, the battery status indicator blinks orange. Note:In the IBM BIOS Setup Utility, the computer can be set to suspend when the lid is closed. The following events cause the computer to resume operation from suspend mode: vThe Lid is opened. vThe real time clock alarm is signaled. vThe ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a PC Card device or the internal modem. vThe Fn key is pressed. vPower switch is pressed. The computer also exits suspend mode when the battery is critically low or timer conditions are satisfied for entering hibernation mode. Hibernation Mode Note:Before using hibernation mode, you need a hibernation file. In hibernation mode, the following occurs: vThe system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk. vThe system is powered off. Events that cause the computer to enter hibernation mode: vHibernation mode requested by function key (Fn+F12). vTimer conditions are satisfied in suspend mode when hibernate by timer is enabled. vA critically low battery condition occurs. vThe power switch is pressed. (BIOS Setup) ThinkPad s30, s31 17

The computer exits hibernation mode and resumes operation when the power-on switch is pressed. When power is turned on, the hibernation file in the boot record on the hard disk drive is read and the system status is restored from the hard disk drive. The power switch must be pressed to cause the computer to resume operation from hibernation mode. How to Create the Hibernation Function:Do as follows: vTurn off the computer. vConnect the USB diskette drive to the computer. vInsert the hibernation utility diskette into the diskette drive (you can create the diskette using the Diskette Factory). vTurn on the computer. vFollow the instructions on the screen. Note:If you change the memory size, you need to recreate the hibernation file or partition. For partition-based hibernation, use the hibernation utility to delete the partition first before creating a new one. 18ThinkPad s30, s31

Symptom-to-FRU Index The Symptom-to-FRU Index lists the symptoms and errors and the possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. Note:Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the sequence shown in the FRU/Action columns. If a FRU replacement does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. This index can also be used to help you decide the next possible FRUs to be replaced when servicing a computer. Numeric error codes show the errors detected in POST or system operation (runtime). In the following error codes, X can be any number. If no codes are available, use narrative symptoms. If the symptom is not listed, go to“Undetermined Problems”on page 25. Note:For IBM devices not supported by diagnostic codes in this ThinkPad computer, see the manual for that device. Numeric Error Codes The following is a list of the message that the BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems. If the system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error. Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence 0200 Failure Fixed Disk1. Reseat hard disk drive. 2. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Hard disk drive 4. System board 0210 Keyboard errorGo to“Keyboard and Auxiliary Input Device Checkout”on page 12. ThinkPad s30, s3119

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence 0212 Keyboard Controller FailedGo to“Keyboard and Auxiliary Input Device Checkout”on page 12. 0213 Keyboard locked —Unlock key switchUnlock external keyboard. 0220 Monitor type does not match CMOS —Run SetupLoad Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 0230 Shadow RAM Failed at offset:nnnnSystem board 0231 System RAM Failed at offset:nnnn1. DIMM 2. System board 0232 Extended RAM Failed at offset:nnnn1. DIMM 2. System board 0250 System battery is deadSystem board 0251 System CMOS checksum bad— Default configuration usedSystem board 0260 System timer error1. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure the system, then reboot the system. 2. System board 0270 Real time clock error1. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reconfigure the system, then reboot the system. 2. System board 0280 Previous boot incomplete— Default configuration used1. Load Setup Defaults in the BIOS Setup Utility. 2. System board 20ThinkPad s30, s31

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence 0281 Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS1. Load Setup Defaults in the BIOS Setup Utility. 2. DIMM 3. System board 02D0 System cache error—Cache disabledSystem board 02F0 CPU ID:System board 02F5 DMA Test Failed1. DIMM 2. System board 02F6 Software NMI Failed1. DIMM 2. System board 02F7 Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed1. DIMM 2. System board Error Messages Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Device Address Conflict1. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 2. System board Allocation Error for: device1. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 2. System board Failing Bits: nnnn 1. DIMM 2. System board Invalid System Configuration DataSystem board I/O device IRQ conflict1. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 2. System board ThinkPad s30, s3121

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Operating system not found1. Check that the operating system has no failure and is installed correctly. 2. Enter IBM BIOS Setup Utility and see whether the hard disk drive and the diskette drive are properly installed. 3. Diskette drive 4. Hard disk drive 5. System board No Beep Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence No beep, power-on indicator on, LCD blank, no POST1. Ensure every connector is connected tightly and correctly. 2. DIMM 3. System board No beep, power-on indicator off, LCD blank during POST1. Battery ASM 2. AC Adapter 3. System board No beep, power-on indicator on, LCD blank during POST1. Reseat DIMM. 2. System board No beep during POST but system runs correctly.Speaker LCD-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence LCD backlight not working LCD too dark LCD brightness cannot be adjusted1. Reseat the LCD connector. 2. LCD FPC ASM 3. LCD inverter 4. LCD 5. System board LCD screen unreadable Character missing pels Screen abnormal Wrong color displayed1. Reseat the LCD connector. 2. LCD FPC ASM 3. LCD inverter 4. LCD 5. System board LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.1. LCD FPC ASM 2. LCD inverter 3. LCD 4. System board 22ThinkPad s30, s31

Keyboard-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Keyboard (one or more keys) doesn’t work.1. Reseat the keyboard cable. 2. Keyboard 3. System board Indicator-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly.1. Reseat the keyboard connector. 2. Reseat the LCD-to-system-board connector. 3. System board Power-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Power shuts down during operation.1. Battery 2. AC Adapter 3. System board The system will not power on.1. Battery ASM 2. AC Adapter 3. System board The system will not power off.System board Battery can’t be charged. 1. Battery 2. System board PC Card (PCMCIA)-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA)1. PC Card (PCMCIA) slots assembly 2. System board CompactFlash Card-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence System cannot detect the CompactFlash CardSystem board ThinkPad s30, s3123

Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence Speakers make noise or no sound comes from system.1. Speakers 2. System board In DOS or Windows multimedia programs, no sound comes from the computer.1. Speakers 2. System board Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence The system will not enter hibernation mode.1. Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard) 2. Hard disk drive 3. System board The system will not wake up from hibernation mode.1. Keyboard (if control is from the keyboard) 2. Hard disk drive 3. System board The system will not enter suspend mode after closing the LCD.1. Reseat suspend board cable 2. Suspend board ASM 3. System board Battery fuel-gauge does not go higher than 90%.1. Remove battery ASM and let it cool for 2 hours. 2. Refresh battery (continue using battery in BIOS Setup mode until power off, then charge battery). 3. Battery 4. System board System configuration does not match the installed devices.Load Setup Defaults and reboot the system. System hangs intermittently.1. Fan ASM 2. System board Peripheral-Device-Related Symptom Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence External display does not work correctly.1. CRT adapter 2. System board USB does not work correctly.1. Power board ASM 2. System board 24ThinkPad s30, s31

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence IEEE 1394 does not work correctly1. IEEE 1394 cable 2. Card-to-system board cable 3. IEEE 1394/LAN card ASM 4. System board Modem does not work correctly1. Modem cable 2. Modem card ASM 3. System board Ethernet does not work correctly1. Card-to-system board cable 2. LAN/1394 combo card ASM 3. Base cover ASM 4. System board Wireless LAN does not work correctly (s30 only)1. Wireless card ASM 2. System board Print problems 1. Run printer self-test. 2. Printer driver 3. Printer cable 4. System board Note:If you cannot find a symptom or an error in this list and the problem remains, see“Undetermined Problems”. Intermittent Problems Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electronic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do the following: 1. Run the diagnostic test for the system board in loop mode at least 10 times. 2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRUs. 3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU shown by the FRU code. Rerun the test to verify that no more errors exist. Undetermined Problems You are here because the diagnostic tests did not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate non-defective FRUs). ThinkPad s30, s31 25

Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. (See“Power System Checkout”on page 14.) 1. Power off the computer. 2. Visually check for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: a. Non-IBM devices b. Printer, mouse, and other external devices c. Battery ASM d. Hard disk drive e. DIMM f. PC Cards (PCMCIA) 4. Power on the computer. 5. Determine if the problem has changed. 6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU. a. System board b. LCD panel ASM 26ThinkPad s30, s31