Lenovo 560Z User Manual download pdf (Page 105)

Frequently Asked Questions

After your infrared port is enabled, you can use it as a

communication port. If it does not work properly, you might

have a problem with your communication software or the

device that you are trying to communicate with. Check the

online help for your communication software if the other

device appears to be working properly.

How can I use my serial connector as a communication port?

If the serial connector is disabled, you must enable it before

you can use it again. To enable your serial connector, do

as follows:

Save your work and any program you are using.

Start the ThinkPad Configuration program.

Click on the Serial Port button.

Click on Enable.

A “Warning” might appear that the hardware resource

is being used by another communication device.

Click on Disable Device.

Another “Warning” window prompts you to restart your

computer.

Click on OK. The computer restarts.

Notes:

1. If you check your serial connector and it is already

enabled, you can use it immediately without changing

any settings.

2. You can disable your computer's infrared port to free

resources for another communication device, such as

the serial connector.

After your serial connector is enabled, you can use it as a

communication port. If it does not work properly, you might

have a problem with the communication software application

or the cable or device attached to the serial connector.

Check the online help system for your communication

software if the cable and attached device appear to be

working properly.

Chapter 4. Solving Computer Problems 91

Title: C79FPMST CreationDate: 06/22/98 12:26:52

1 2 ... 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 ... 188 189

No comments

Lenovo 560Z User Manual Page 105