User manual IBM THINKPAD R32 Supplementary Guide

[. . . ] ThinkPad® R32 Service and Troubleshooting Guide ThinkPad® R32 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under Appendix A, "Important safety instructions" on page 43, Appendix B, "Wireless Related Information" on page 47, Appendix C, "Wireless Regulatory Information" on page 49, Appendix D, "Warranty Information" on page 55, and Appendix E, "Notices" on page 69. DANGER v To avoid electric shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables appropriately when installing, moving or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. Use the power cord with a properly grounded outlet. v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer dissipates some heat during normal operation. [. . . ] You can also select an option in the Restart submen to load the default settings or discard the changes. Change the option you want; then press Enter. Your computer restarts. 30 ThinkPad® R32 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Solving computer problems Recover pre-installed software If the data on your hard disk drive is damaged or accidentally erased, you can restore the software that was shipped with your computer. This software includes your pre-installed operating system, applications, and device drivers. To restore your pre-installed software, you can use the Product Recovery program. The Product Recovery program is in a section of your hard disk drive that is not displayed by Windows Explorer. Note: The recovery process might take up to 2 hours. Attention All of the files on the primary hard disk partition (usually drive C) will be lost in the recovery process. Be sure to back up copies of the files you have saved on your drive C before you begin. Note: You might need to use a diskette drive in the recovery process. Use a drive that is compatible with your computer. To use the Product Recovery program to restore your pre-installed software, do the following: 1. Save all your files and shut down your desktop. Quickly press F11 when this message is displayed on the screen: To start the Product Recovery program, press F11. This message is displayed for only a few seconds. Note: If this message is not displayed, you can use a Recovery Repair diskette to get access to the Product Recovery program. From the list displayed on the screen, select Full recovery. Select the recovery options you want, and follow the instructions on the screen. Your computer will restart with the pre-installed operating system, drivers, and software. Chapter 2. Solving computer problems 31 Solving computer problems To create a Recovery Repair diskette When the operating system cannot boot normally, you can use the Recovery Repair diskette to boot your computer. Make a Recovery Repair diskette and save it for future use. Attach the external diskette drive to the computer. (The option to press F11 appears for only a few seconds. [. . . ] v Call answering Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. In order to operate within the limits of compliance with Telecom's Appendix E. Notices 75 specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that calls are answered between 3 and 30 seconds of receipt of ringing. v For correct operation, the total of the RN's of all devices connected to a single line at any time should not exceed 5. [. . . ]