TP 380 - Infrared related symptoms

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TP 380 - Infrared related symptoms

Applicable to: World-Wide

The following information is intended for IBM Dealers and Authorized Servicers only. Customers attempting to follow any of the procedures below may void their warranty.

Infrared-Related Symptoms

Symptom / Error

FRU / Action in Sequence

Unable to communicate using the Infrared (IR) Port.

1. Make sure the setup for the IR is correct.
2. Make sure there are no fluorescent lights near the computer.
The computer may receive optical noise from the fluorescent light.
3. Run the advanced diagnostic test. If an error occurs and a FRU code is displayed, replace the parts shown by the FRU code.

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Hint Category

Hardware Maintenance Information, Infrared

Date Created

19-05-97

Last Updated

19-08-98

Revision Date

17-08-99

Brand

IBM ThinkPad

Product Family

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

Machine Type

2635

Model

TypeModel

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Symptom / Error	FRU / Action in Sequence
Unable to communicate using the Infrared (IR) Port.	1. Make sure the setup for the IR is correct. 2. Make sure there are no fluorescent lights near the computer. The computer may receive optical noise from the fluorescent light. 3. Run the advanced diagnostic test. If an error occurs and a FRU code is displayed, replace the parts shown by the FRU code.

	Search Keywords
	Hint Category	Hardware Maintenance Information, Infrared
	Date Created	19-05-97
	Last Updated	19-08-98
	Revision Date	17-08-99
	Brand	IBM ThinkPad
	Product Family	ThinkPad 380, ThinkPad 380D, ThinkPad 380E, ThinkPad 380ED, ThinkPad 385E, ThinkPad 385ED
	Machine Type	2635
	Model
	TypeModel
	Retain Tip (if applicable)
	Reverse Doclinks and Admin Purposes