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IBM ThinkPad T42 Notebook Questions & Answers
Fn home not working
I also started facing the same problem all of a sudden, but just disabling and enabling the Nvidia display adapter under device manager solved the issue. Not sure if it will help u, but should give it a try,
Out of date internet browster how do update this
If you're using Windows Internet Explorer, it will update automatically. However, understand that if you are not running Windows 7 or 8, it won't update to the latest Internet Explorer versions IE10 and IE11. They are not compatible with Windows 2000 or XP.
Easiest thing it to Google for Explorer update and you'll find info for your particular browser...IE or Firefox, or whatever you are using.
Frozen cursor
The only reason your cursor would "freeze" is your CPU is running at 100%. Press "control-alt-delete" keys at the same time and find the process that overloading the CPU and close it. If you cursor never moves, your glidepad is broken. Do you have a "stick" to move your cursor? Many Thinkpads do. Usually have a red cap on it and is located near the b g h keys. If the stick doesn't work either, it's the overloaded CPU problem.
Keyboard does not accept any input
good chance that is is indeed your driver, but try updateing your keyboard drivers, sometimes an OS wont relaize the drivers are out of date or corrupted untill the right amount of time goes by, so it will miss it for awhile then seemingly randomly stop working. if thi dosnt work i sugjest a USB keyboard.
Hard drive not found
well you have 3 optionstry putting in a bootable ISO file (like a copy of windows) you might need to change the boot order. to have your cd/dvd (e:) drive boot 1st, you can make them go up and down with f5 and f6id try this 1st.... can you get into the BIOS? by striking f2 i believe... if so go to the advanced tab-system configuration- try changing 2 things...SATA controller to compatibility and your boot mode to CSMplug and play method..... will allow you to unplug the harddrive from the motherboard, plug it in, and it will refresh it, if this dosn't work, let me know 951-210-4757
How can i turn on wifi?
Step 1:which operating system ? For the most part, IBM has switched its focus away from personal computers and more towards large business items such as servers and networks. However, it is still possible to use and purchase an IBM Thinkpad. These are IBM's version of the laptop. A majority of IBM Thinkpads still use Windows XP and offer the function of connecting to WiFi, as long as the connection has been properly configured. Power on the IBM Thinkpad and wait for it to completely boot up. Right-click the small wireless desktop icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. Select "View Available Wireless Signals" from the pull-up menu. This is going to load a small window that displays all of the available WiFi signals in the area. There are going to be padlock icons next to the signals if a password has been placed on them. Click on one of the WiFi signals to which you want to connect. If a password is required, you are going to be asked here to type it in. Wait a few moments for the IBM Thinkpad to connect to the WiFi signal. The computer is going to display a small message window once the connection has completed. You have now finished the configuration, and you can begin to surf the Internet.
Need driver for network controller
The same model ThinkPad can have different types of network, video and audio drivers and unless you know exactly which one is installed in your ThinkPad, you need to download all the drivers and install each driver until you find the right driver. When you download the drivers, write down the device driver and it's file name so you have a record of which driver you are installing and which directory the unzipped files are located on your hard drive. Go to the IBM/Lenovo WEB site - support/download page and download the latest Windows device drivers for your model computer, Use this link: -
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/product.do?template=%2Fproductselection%2Flandingpages%2FbrowseByProductLandingPage.vm&sitestyle=lenovo&brandind=10&validate=true You can download the various drivers and then you click on and run the various driver files, they will then unzip and expand into a sub folder on C:\drivers Then install the various drivers from this folder (run the set-up file).
Who to connect wifi
SETTING UP A BROADBAND CONNECTION First you need to decide what type of broadband and Internet service you require and these are - 1. DSL that uses your existing telephone line. 2. Cable that uses a cable service and can include a cable TV service. 3. A wireless 3G network uses the mobile/cell phone network and can be separate or combine with your cell phone account. This type of Internet connection uses an USB wireless device shaped like an USB memory stick. Note - Combined services generally offer discount pricing and may include a modem/wireless router. If you use a wireless router with the DSL or Cable Internet service then your laptop with a wireless card can then connect to the Internet. You can also connect to a free WiFi hot spots like McDonalds, Star Bucks, the Airport etc. using the wireless card in your laptop. If you use the wireless 3G wireless broadband service, then you can access the Internet anywhere where your ISP has 3G wireless coverage. You need to check the service coverage area where you need Internet service. Once you decide what type of broadband your require, then you need to check with the various Internet Service providers to see if they can offer and the cost of the various plans. Note the download limits and the associated additional costs if you exceed the monthly download limits. Once you sign up with a Internet Service provider, their documentation will include setting up instructions and/or installation CD.
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