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ThinkPad
X4 Dock
User’s Guide
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Attention Refer to the documentation that comes with your computer before installing the product. Note Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required for warranty services. (See Appendix A, “Service and Support,” on page A-1, Appendix B, “IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004,” on page B-1 and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page C-1.) Second Edition (April 2005) The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such
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Contents General safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . .
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General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the ® IBM Support Center. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. IBM expressly identifies CRUs as such
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Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter. Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way. Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips t
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Batteries All IBM personal computers contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as Thinkpad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by IBM for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts. Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate
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CD and DVD drive safety CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following: v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging v Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat sources v
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Laser compliance statement An optical storage drive (device), such as a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM drive and SuperDisk, which can be installed in the IBM ThinkPad computer is a laser product. The drive’s classification label (shown below) is on the surface of the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The drive is certified by the manufacturer to comply with the requirements of the Department of
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DANGER Do not open the optical storage drive unit; no user adjustments or serviceable parts are inside. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The design of the laser system and the optical storage drive ensures that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing.
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About the ThinkPad X4 Dock This section provides information on registering, installing, and using the ThinkPad X4 Dock. Product registration Thank you for purchasing this IBM product. Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communicate with you. Register yo
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Front view 1 The power switch turns the computer on and off. 2 By pressing the eject request button, you can request the operating system to undock the computer from the X4 Dock. The Docked indicator is green when the computer is attached to the X4 Dock. This indicator turns off when the eject request is issued and the computer can be detached safely from the X4 Dock. 3 The eject button releases the computer from the X4 Dock. The Eject Ready indicator is green when the compu
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Rear view 1 The security lock key is for locking the eject button. 2 The power jack is for connecting the ac adapter. 3 The security keyhole enables you to attach a mechanical lock to secure the X4 Dock to a heavy object, such as a desk. 4 The keyboard/mouse connector is for connecting an external keyboard, keypad, or mouse. 5 The Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors are for connecting USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices. Note: When you attach a USB cable to the connector, ma
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7 The Ethernet connector is for connecting the X4 Dock to a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the ThinkPad computer. Notes: 1. If your ThinkPad computer does not have the Ethernet connector, you cannot use the Ethernet connector on the X4 Dock. You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector. This connector can be used for the 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet connection. However, if your ThinkPad compute
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Using the ThinkPad X4 Dock Note Before you attach or detach your computer when it is operating, always make sure that it has finished operations involving devices that are connected to the USB connector, the serial connector, or the parallel connector. Also make sure that any connection to a modem or an Ethernet is stopped. Note: If you are using the ThinkPad X40 Series computer, before you attach it to the ThinkPad X4 Dock, you need to update the BIOS and the Easy Eject Utility. To
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3. Secure the adjuster in the proper position. The position of the adjuster depends on the computer model and the type of battery installed. Refer to the label attached to your ThinkPad X4 Dock. 4. If you are using the ThinkPad X41 Tablet Series computer, align the left side of the computer with the guide on the left side of the X4 Dock; make sure that the docking connector on the bottom of your computer and that on the X4 Dock are aligned with each other. ® 1-6 ThinkPad
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If you are using the ThinkPad X40 Series computer, attach the computer, aligning the rear side of the computer with the adjuster. 5. Press firmly on both sides of your computer until you hear a click. The computer is now attached to the X4 Dock. Note: Turn the security lock key clockwise to lock it. Always keep the security lock key in a safe place. Do not lose it; without it you will be unable to detach the computer from the X4 Dock. Detaching the ThinkPad X4 Dock To detach you
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2. Make sure the security lock key of the X4 Dock is in place and in the unlocked (vertical) position. 3. Close the computer display. 4. Press the eject request button. The Docked indicator starts blinking, then turns off. ® 1-8 ThinkPad X4 Dock User’s Guide
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5. The Eject Ready indicator turns on; press the eject button until the computer moves up. 6. Grasping both sides of the computer, remove the computer from the X4 Dock. For details about setting up and using the X4 Dock, refer to Access IBM or the Setup Poster that came with this option. Security feature The ThinkPad X4 Dock has a security keyhole for a mechanical lock. To secure the X4 Dock to a heavy object, such as a desk, attach a mechanical lock with a cable to the
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Attach a mechanical lock as follows: ® 1-10 ThinkPad X4 Dock User’s Guide
