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Solution:
Make sure that the TrackPoint is set to Automatic in the ThinkPad
Configuration Program. Then detach the mouse or the pointing device,
and try using the TrackPoint. If the TrackPoint works, the error might be
due to the mouse or the pointing device.
Make sure that the cable for the mouse or the pointing device is securely
connected to the X4 Dock.
If your mouse is incompatible with the PS/2 mouse, disable the
TrackPoint, using the ThinkPad Configuration Program.
Note: For more information, see the manual supplied with the mouse.
Problem
The mouse buttons do not work.
Solution
Change the mouse driver to Standard PS/2
®
Port Mouse, and then
reinstall PS/2 TrackPoint. Drivers are provided in the
C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive. If your hard
disk drive does not contain device drivers, refer to the ThinkPad Web site.
To access this Web site, press the Access IBM button and open
ThinkVantage Productivity Center.
Problem
The scrolling or magnifying glass function does not work.
Solution
Check the mouse driver in the Device Manager window, and make sure
that the PS/2 TrackPoint driver is installed.
Standby and hibernation problems
Problem:
The computer enters standby mode unexpectedly.
Solution:
If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters standby
mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and other
internal components. Also, check the settings for standby mode, using
Power Manager.
Problem:
The computer enters standby mode immediately after Power-on self-test
(POST) (the standby indicator light turns on).
Solution:
Make sure that:
v The battery is charged.
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