User's Manual

Using your on-board help

Your computer offers full information and documentation online.

There is no need to carry heavy manuals or other reference books.

The on-board help is provided by ThinkPad Assistant. You can

access ThinkPad Assistant by pressing the unique ThinkPad Button

to open Access ThinkPad. There, you can do a Quick Search or

search the full text of the help system. Alternatively, you can go to

ThinkPad Assistant by clicking Start → Programs → ThinkPad

Information.

ThinkPad Assistant has the following sections:

 About your ThinkPad

 Everyday use

 Communicate

 Home and travel

 Enhancements

 Maintenance and upgrades

 Security

 Problem-solving

 How to reach IBM

When you are logged onto the Internet, click one of the Internet

portal buttons in Access ThinkPad.

 Get help and user support

 Update software

 Find business solutions

 Learn about accessories that can help make you even more pro-

ductive

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