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Service Hints & Tips

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TP 380,385 - Cooling fan and battery gauge information

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Cooling Fan:
The ThinkPad 380/385 has a cooling fan that is thermostatically controlled. During normal operation the fan will cycle on and
off. This whirling sound is similar to the sound the Hard Drive produces. Fan noise coming from the area of the fan duct at the rear of the system is normal.

Battery Gauge:
The ThinkPad 380/385 battery fuel gauge displays readings of 100%, 80%, 10% and 0% during discharge. While charging the fuel gauge will read 80%, and will change to 100% once charging is complete.

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Date Created

17-07-97

Last Updated

26-03-98

Revision Date

12-03-99

Brand

IBM ThinkPad

Product Family

ThinkPad 380, ThinkPad 380D, ThinkPad 380E, ThinkPad 380ED, ThinkPad 380XD, ThinkPad 385D, ThinkPad 385E, ThinkPad 385ED, ThinkPad 385XD

Machine Type

2635

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