From: Scott Stratmoen (strat_at_dsd.northrop.com)
Date: Fri Sep 23 1994 - 10:14:56 EDT
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800-879-2755.
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS: The HARDWARE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR THE IBM THINKPAD DOCK
II (S83G-8284, 83G8284) contains service and reference information. The Service
section includes procedures for isolating problems to a FRU, related service
procedures, and an illustrated parts catalog. The Reference section includes
safety information, product description, and general information about system
functions.
Publications may be ordered from an IBM Authorized Dealer, an IBM
representative, or through the Technical Directory. A complete listing of
ThinkPad and IBM personal computer hardware publications is available by calling
the Technical Directory at 800-IBM-PCTB (426-7282).
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
THINKPAD DOCK II:
o Size
- Width: 380 mm (15.0 inches)
- Depth: 400 mm (15.7 inches)
- Front Height: 67 mm (2.6 inches)
- Rear Height: 124 mm (4.8 inches)
o Weight
- Without CRT shelf and options: 7.7 kg (17 pounds)
o Cables
- Power Cable: 2.8 meter (9 feet)
o Operating Environment
- Temperature: 5 (degs)C to 35 (degs)C (41 (degs)F to 95
(degs)F)
- Relative Humidity: 8% to 95% (non-condensing)
- Maximum Wet Bulb: 29.4 (degs)C (85 (degs)F)
o Non-operating Environment
- Temperature: 5 (degs)C to 43 (degs)C (41 (degs)F to 109
(degs)0)
- Relative Humidity: 8% to 95% (non-condensing)
- Maximum Wet Bulb: 29.4 (degs)C (85 (degs)F)
o Storage Environment
- Temperature: -20 (degs)C to 60 (degs)C (-4 (degs)F to 140
(degs)F)
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
- Maximum Wet Bulb: 29.4 (degs)C (85 (degs)F)
o Maximum Altitude: 2,435 meters (8,000 feet) non-pressurized
o Heat Output
- Base Configuration: 181 BTUs/hr (1)
- Maximum Configuration: 498 BTUs/hr
o Electromagnetic
- Compatibility: FCC Class B
o Electrostatic Discharge: C-S 2-0001-005 Class 2
o Universal Power Supply: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz
o Acoustic Noise Level: Class 3D (office environment)
o Sound Pressure Level
- Operating: 40 dB
o Sound Power
- Operating: 5.1 bel
- Idling: 4.8 bel
o Agency Approvals: UL, CSA, NEMKO, SEMKO, SETI, OVE, SASO, MOM
(1) British thermal units per hour
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: The ThinkPad Dock II is designed to work with the
ThinkPad 750, 755 and 360 family of computers. To take advantage of some of the
Plug and Play features (for example, the docking and undocking of a powered-on
or suspended Plug and Play aware notebook), the supporting ThinkPads must be
upgraded with Plug and Play BIOS and utility programs. (The diskettes are part
of the diskette package shipped with the ThinkPad Dock II.)
An external keyboard and monitor may also be used with the system. The keyboard
plugs into the back of the unit. The monitor may be placed on top of the unit
if the optional CRT shelf is installed. If the shelf is not installed, the
monitor must be placed to one side of the unit.
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: The ThinkPad Dock II requires that a ThinkPad 750, 755,
or 360 be docked with the requisite operating systems installed.
The ThinkPad 555MB Tape Backup Unit requires:
o IBM PC-DOS: Systos Plus File Backup Manager (DOS) -- on the Central Point
Backup Utility shipped with IBM PC-DOS 6.3, you must select "TEAC MT-01
(250MB)" for the supported SCSI tape drive.
o IBM OS/2: Systos Plus File Backup Manager (OS/2) (R) -- the 555MB Tape Backup
Unit device driver will be on the IBM PC Company bulletin board system, at
919-517-0001, and must be downloaded.
COMPATIBILITY: Refer to the 3546 Sales Manual pages, or contact your IBM
representative, for a complete list of supported features and options and
compatible IBM and vendor software. The Sales Manual is updated periodically.
The ThinkPad Dock II system is designed to be compatible with the existing
ThinkPad 750 family. The same peripherals that attach to the ThinkPads (for
example, monitors and keyboards) may be attached to the Dock II. The Dock II
also complements the existing family of ThinkPad 750 docking solutions:
o ThinkPad Dock I -- portable docking unit
o IBM Port Replicator Model I -- hardware slice with PCMCIA
o IBM Port Replicator Model II -- hardware slice without PCMCIA
The two full-size ISA slots and two 5.25-inch bays are designed to be compatible
with most of the PC adapters and storage devices that go in the ValuePoint (TM)
systems. The PCMCIA slots conform to the PCMCIA PC Card Standard 2.01. The
slot is designed to accommodate two Type I/II cards, or one Type I/II and one
Type III card, or one PCMCIA card with a maximum height of 16 mm.
The security slot in the back of Dock II is designed to be compatible with the
Kensington MicroSaver Security System, which may be purchased at resellers
worldwide.
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation
LIMITATIONS:
o The ThinkPad Dock II is designed to accommodate the ThinkPads 750, 755 and 360
family of portables. Dock II will not accommodate any other IBM products
unless specifically stated.
o The ThinkPad Dock II is Plug and Play aware. However, for the end user to
take full advantage of Plug and Play capabilities (automatic configuration and
re-configuration of PnP PC adapter cards), the PC cards must be PnP aware and
a PnP operating system must be installed on the ThinkPad.
o The ThinkPad 750 family is not Plug and Play aware and cannot take full
advantage of the ease-of-use features that PnP offers. To dock or undock a
ThinkPad 750, it must be powered off.
o The ThinkPad Dock II has two ISA slots, two PCMCIA slots, and two storage
bays. The population of these slots and bays depends on the total amount of
system resources available (such as interrupt requests) and the physical
compatibility of the devices to be installed.
o The ThinkPad Dock II does not support the Video Feature Bus (VFB); therefore,
PC adapters requiring the VFB are not supported.
o When using an audio-related AT (R) card (such as Action Media II), it is
recommended that the audio device on the docked notebook be disabled by using
PS2.EXE or the ThinkPad features Icon in OS/2 and Windows (2) 3.1.
o Maximum data transfer rate of the internal CD-ROM is approximately 300 Kbps.
o The Analog to Digital Video Converter card (66G3537, #7676) is not supported
in the ThinkPad Dock II.
o The IBM 8516 "touch screen" color display requires that the TrackPoint II (TM)
on the ThinkPad be disabled before attaching it to the Dock II. Refer to the
User's Guide shipped with the ThinkPad.
o The ThinkPad Space Saver Keyboard (with TrackPoint II) requires that
TrackPoint II on the ThinkPad be disabled. The keyboard is shipped with a
device driver that disables the ThinkPad TrackPoint II automatically, once
installed. Refer to the installation instructions shipped with the keyboard.
When the device driver is installed, the computer automatically selects the
active keyboard and the setting for the pointing device in Easy-Setup becomes
invalid.
o If the ThinkPad 750, 755 or 360 systems are used continuously with the
ThinkPad Dock II attached, it is recommended that you use an additional
external keyboard (IBM Enhanced keyboard or ValuePoint keyboard) for your
typing comfort and convenience.
o The HDD password (HDP) is not supported when the HDD is installed in Dock II.
Remove the HDD password while it is installed in the ThinkPad and then install
it in Dock II.
o PCMCIA diagnostic programs usually do not recognize more than two slots. If
you need to run the diagnostic program against a PCMCIA card, install the card
in slot 1 or 2 of the ThinkPad.
o Point enablers (device drivers that do not use Card Services) usually
recognize only two slots. If you have to use a point enabler for a PCMCIA
card, the enabler may have to be installed in the ThinkPad PCMCIA slots. PC
card point enablers may write directly to the hardware, bypassing Socket and
Card Services. Writing directly to the hardware may cause problems that
cannot be anticipated. Also, point enablers may interfere with Card Services'
client device drivers that do communicate with Socket and Card Services.
Additional customer testing in the specific environments is recommended.
o The password prompt is not displayed when the computer resumes from partial
suspend mode while attached to the ThinkPad Dock II, but you still need to
type the correct password to resume operation.
o Two keys are shipped with Dock II. Information for ordering additional keys
may be obtained by writing to the address on the key tag. When requesting
additional keys, include the key number from the tag. An additional charge is
required. It is highly recommended that you keep the tag number, address, and
extra key in a safe place.
o The ThinkPad Dock II does not support internal diskette drives.
o The Windows display device driver must be set in VGA resolution (640 x 480) to
use the hot and warm dock/undock capabilities. Setting the driver in SVGA
resolution (800 x 600, 1024 x 768) may cause the LCD to blank out for hot and
warm docking/undocking.
o Full suspend/hibernation while docked is usually disabled, because the system
BIOS cannot insure that the context of the ISA cards will be maintained if
power is turned off to the docking station. The default is then partial
suspend mode. To undock, the user must turn off the system. For those users
who want to undock without turning off the system, the option to enable full
suspend/hibernation while docked is provided as part of the suspend options in
the ThinkPad features. However, this option may cause problems, such as
disconnecting the communications link or other problems, that may cause you to
reboot the system or restart an application.
o When using a PCMCIA Type I/II and a Type III card simultaneously in the
ThinkPad Dock II, the Type III card must be in the upper PCMCIA slot.
o If the ThinkPad Dock II Display Shelf is used, the keyboard on the docked
ThinkPad becomes inaccessible. Therefore, an external keyboard becomes a
requirement.
o The maximum allowable weight you place on the ThinkPad Dock II Display Shelf
is 30 kg (66 pounds).
o The keyboard on the ThinkPad is disabled when an external keyboard is attached
through the keyboard/numeric keypad connector on the ThinkPad Dock II.
o When the ThinkPad 750 is docked to the Dock II, only the power switch on the
ThinkPad 750 is functional; the power switch on the Dock II is disabled. When
the ThinkPad 755 or 360 is docked, either the power switch on the ThinkPads or
the Dock II may be used.
o The 540MB SCSI HDD (70G8491) is supported only in the 1/2-inch high bay, not
in the 1-inch high bay. Also, if this internal drive is used in conjunction
with an external SCSI drive, the terminator on the external drive must be
active ( 32G3919, #4398), not passive.
(2) Trademark of Microsoft Corporation
PROBLEM DETERMINATION: ThinkPad and Dock II problems can be caused by the
ThinkPad or Dock II, or both. To simplify diagnosing problems, isolate the
ThinkPad and diagnose it first, using the instructions shipped with the ThinkPad
(User's Guide). Then, test the Dock II with the ThinkPad docked; the diagnostic
program on the ThinkPad diagnoses the Dock II and the ThinkPad. You can
diagnose and solve many problems with the assistance of the self-tests and the
diagnostics programs of the computer.
If you cannot solve the problems yourself, be prepared to give the error
messages to the service representative when you place a call for service.
If the diagnostics programs on the ThinkPad cannot be loaded, refer to the
troubleshooting charts and other information supplied with the ThinkPad.
Additional troubleshooting information is available in the DOCK II USER'S GUIDE.
PACKAGING: The ThinkPad Dock II (3546-001) is shipped with:
o User's Guide
o Diskette package
o Power cord
o Security lock keys
o IDE cable
o CD-ROM extension cable
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL
Standard security features include:
o Key lock that secures the ThinkPad in Dock II, locks the top cover of Dock II
restricting access to installed options and disables the next power-on
sequence
o PCMCIA card locking bar, which prevents the cards from being removed from the
ThinkPad Dock II
o Security slot in the back of the ThinkPad Dock II, designed to be compatible
with the Kensington MicroSaver Security System, a cable lock available from
resellers worldwide
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection and implementation of
security features, administrative procedures and appropriate controls in
application systems and communications facilities.
WARRANTY PERIOD: The ThinkPad Dock II has a one-year warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE:
CUSTOMER CARRY-IN REPAIR (CCR) OR THINKPAD EASYSERV: Warranty service for the
ThinkPad Dock II will be provided via CCR or ThinkPad EasyServ. ThinkPad
EasyServ is a courier repair service in which the ThinkPad system is picked up
at the customer's location and delivered to an IBM designated repair location.
The repair location will repair the system and return it to the customer.
Charges for the courier service will be paid by IBM.
If warranty service is required, the customer should call the IBM Personal
Systems HelpCenter (R) at 800-772-2227. The HelpCenter will assist the user
with problem isolation for both hardware and software. Should a hardware
problem be identified and the customer prefers ThinkPad EasyServ over Carry-In
service, the HelpCenter will arrange for a courier to pick up the system for
overnight delivery (where available) to the repair location. Most repairs
should be made the same day the system is received at the repair location.
Customers should keep the original shipping carton for shipping to the repair
location. If the original shipping carton is not available, the courier will
deliver a shipping carton and return to pick up the system for delivery to the
repair location.
ALTERNATIVE SERVICE FOR WARRANTY: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR) for additional
charges during warranty.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE: Available options are IOR and ThinkPad EasyServe. IBM
EasyServe Post Warranty Service is also available.
IBM On-Site Repair provides IBM WorldPass Service for customers who are
traveling internationally and have purchased a Post Warranty Maintenance
Agreement.
NOTE: Non-IBM products installed in a ThinkPad Dock II either on Warranty or
Maintenance Service may be serviced by IBM. Additional service support charges
will apply.
CHARGES
SINGLE
MACHINE PART UNIT
DESCRIPTION TYPE MODEL NUMBER PRICE
ThinkPad Dock II 3546 001 84G3587 $719
OPTIONAL FEATURES
SINGLE
FEATURE PART UNIT
DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER PRICE
ThinkPad Dock II Display Shelf 1902 84G3607 $ 65
ThinkPad 555MB Tape Backup Unit 1950 84G1282 649
SPECIAL OFFERING
SINGLE
PART UNIT
DESCRIPTION NUMBER PRICE
ThinkPad Dock II and Display Shelf 84G5257 $775
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