IBM ThinkPad R30 September 7, 2006 System Program Service Diskette Diskette Version : 1.40 BIOS Version : V1.40(1CETF0WW) ====================================================================== Notice: ------- This program is language independent and can be used with any language system. What This Package Does ---------------------- The ThinkPad BIOS Update Utility given here can update the system program stored in the ThinkPad system to fix problems, add new functions, or expand functions. This release supports the following systems: - ThinkPad R30 To determine if you have to update the system program or not, refer to the "Summary of Changes" section. To update the system program, refer to the Installation instructions section. Released Versions ----------------- Version 0.99 [V1.00H(1CET58WW)] Initial Release Version 1.00 [V1.00I(1CET59WW)] A problem fix Version 1.01 [V1.01A(1CET60WW)] A problem fix Version 1.12 [V1.12A(1CETB4WW)] Windows XP Support Version 1.13 [V1.13A(1CETB5WW)] A problem fix Version 1.20 [V1.20A(1CETD0WW)] A problem fix, Support for Windows NT Version 1.23 [V1.23 (1CETD3WW)] A problem fix Version 1.23 [V1.23 (1CETD3WW)] A problem fix(Note 1) Version 1.26 [V1.26 (1CETD6WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.27 [V1.27 (1CETD7WW)] A problem fix Version 1.28 [V1.28 (1CETD8WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.31 [V1.31 (1CETE1WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.32 [V1.32 (1CETE2WW)] A problem fix Version 1.36 [V1.36 (1CETE6WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.37 [V1.37 (1CETE7WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.38 [V1.38 (1CETE8WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.39 [V1.39 (1CETE9WW)] Problem fixes Version 1.40 [V1.40 (1CETF0WW)] Problem fixes Note 1: This release modifies the program which installs the BIOS update. There is no change to the BIOS itself. If you have already updated the system to V1.23(1CETD3WW), you do not need to apply this release. Summary of Changes ------------------ Where: xxxxxx : Diskette version yyyyyyyy : BIOS version (New) means New Function or Enhancement (Fix) means Correction to existing function <0.99 - 1.00H(1CET58WW)> - (New) Support for ThinkPad R30. <1.00 - 1.00I(1CET59WW)> - (Fix) Fix for the white blank screen appearing on 13" LCD systems in some conditions. <1.01 - 1.01A(1CET60WW)> - (Fix) Fix for the system unstableness after restarting from Windows. <1.12 - 1.12A(1CETB4WW)> - (New) Windows XP Support. <1.13 - 1.13A(1CETB5WW)> - (Fix) If any of below device is installed, the device won't work after resume from standby. -ThinkPad Ultrabay Plus Numeric Keypad -ThinkPad Ultrabay Plus Cradle for the WorkPad c500 Series <1.20 - 1.20A(1CETD0WW)> - (New) Support for Windows NT - (Fix) Cannot enter Power-on/Supervisor/HD password via Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro (with USB interface). <1.23 - 1.23 (1CETD3WW)>(Update program Version 3.11.02) - (Fix) The system may become unstable or hung after resuming from suspend. <1.23 - 1.23 (1CETD3WW)>(Update program Version 3.11.09) - (Fix) During the BIOS update, the system may hang and the system will not boot up again. Note: This release modifies the program which installs the BIOS update. There is no change to the BIOS itself. If you have already updated the system to V1.23(1CETD3WW), you do not need to apply this release. How to determine Update program version ------------------------------------------ You can identify Update program version by the Date/Time of IFLASH.EXE. | Update program | IFLASH.EXE *1 | | Version | Date/Time | |-------------------+---------------------| | 3.11.09 | 11/2/2001 4:16 PM | |-------------------+---------------------| | 3.11.02 | 7/12/2001 4:24 PM | *1 This file can be found in the System Program Service Diskette. <1.26 - 1.26 (1CETD6WW)> - (Fix) Windows Power Meter may not show the correct charging status. - (Fix) Improve memory control timing for 256/512MB DIMM. - (Fix) The system may hang up or has red screen (ACPI Critical Error #4006) at booting of Windows 98 at low temperature. <1.27 - 1.27 (1CETD7WW)> - (Fix) The system may hang during the unattended install of Windows 2000 from a networked drive when using the onboard ethernet. <1.28 - 1.28 (1CETD8WW)> - (Fix) The system may hang if the LID is closed or the Fn key is pressed while the system is trying to enter standby mode. - (Fix) Abnormal display on some 13.3' LCD in Windows XP <1.31 - 1.31 (1CETE1WW)> - (Fix) MEM command only returns 16 MB(XMS) available in a PC DOS environment. - (Fix) TrackPoint is disabled after power on when docked to a port replicator and the lid closed. - (Fix) The system does not wake up after entering standby mode without AC adaptor. - (Fix) The system wakes up from standby even when the wake up function is disabled. - (Fix) Secondary IDE(master) drive automatically enables PIO mode after standby/resume twice. - (Fix) Improved POST process to prevent POST 189 error. - (Fix) Changed default setting in BIOS setup of "Legacy Floppy Drives" to Enabled. - (Fix) Update Intel Boot Agent to version 4.0.22. <1.32 - 1.32 (1CETE2WW)> - (Fix) After updating the BIOS, POST 175 error appear at power on. This problem happens only on <1.31 - 1.31 (1CETE1WW)>. <1.36 - 1.36 (1CETE6WW)> - (Fix) When Wake on LAN (WoL) is enabled in BIOS setup, the system does not follow the "Network" boot sequence but follows the normal "Boot" sequence. - (Fix) The floppy disk drive (FDD) icon may not appear in "My Computer". - (Fix) The BIOS will not keep the settings of disabling network devices. - (Fix) The USB Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical may not work when attached to the port replicator. <1.37 - 1.37 (1CETE7WW)> - (Fix) System freezes when CISCO AIR-CB20A is inserted. - (Fix) Can not boot from USB FDD attached to an external USB hub. - (Fix) PC-Doctor for DOS may return the wrong battery type. <1.38 - 1.38 (1CETE8WW)> - Corrects and issue with applications that use the Int 13 API call not getting the correct hard disk drive (HDD) information. This can occur if the Startup Boot device order in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility is changed from the first hard disk drive booting first to the second HDD booting first. <1.39 - 1.39 (1CETE9WW)> - (Fix) System may hang with certain memory card. <1.40 - 1.40 (1CETF0WW)> - (Fix) After updating BIOS to V1.39, system may fail to recognize the actual system memory size of certain memory card. Installation Instructions ------------------------- Notes: - You need an AC adapter and a charged battery pack to update the system program. - If your computer is attached to any kinds of Docking station or port replicator, turn off the computer and detach it before proceeding. 1. Print these instructions or display on another computer. 2. Firmly connect the AC adapter to the computer. 3. Insert the System Program Service Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer. 4. Select "Read this first..." from the menu and carefully read the information that appears. 5. Press the Esc key to return to the menu. 6. Select "Update system program" and follow the instruction on the screen. Warning: Do not turn off or suspend the computer until the update has been completed. IF YOU TURN OFF OR SUSPEND THE COMPUTER WHILE THE UPDATE IS STILL IN PROGRESS, THE SYSTEM BOARD MAY HAVE TO BE REPLACED. After the update has been completed, do the following to make the changes effective. 7. Make sure the System Program Service Diskette is removed from the diskette drive. BIOS Information ---------------- Each version of the System Program Service Diskette contains the following system program (BIOS). The BIOS Version and the date as well as the Embedded controller version number can be viewed by running ThinkPad Configurator from your operating system and selecting the System Information button or by invoking IBM BIOS Setup Utility. 1. Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive, then turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. While the "Press F1 for IBM BIOS Setup Utility" message is displayed at the lower-left area of the screen, press F1 key. The IBM BIOS Setup Utility menu will be displayed. If a password prompt appears, type the correct password. 4. The BIOS version and date are displayed on the first screen of the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Diskette BIOS BIOS Version Version Date -------- ---------------- ----------- 0.99 V1.00H(1CET58WW) 2001-09-07 1.00 V1.00I(1CET59WW) 2001-09-12 1.01 V1.01A(1CET60WW) 2001-10-19 1.12 V1.12A(1CETB4WW) 2001-10-23 1.13 V1.13A(1CETB5WW) 2001-10-26 1.20 V1.20A(1CETD0WW) 2001-10-29 1.23 V1.23 (1CETD3WW) 2001-11-19 1.26 V1.26 (1CETD6WW) 2001-12-14 1.27 V1.27 (1CETD7WW) 2001-12-27 1.28 V1.28 (1CETD8WW) 2002-01-07 1.31 V1.31 (1CETE1WW) 2002-02-06 1.32 V1.32 (1CETE2WW) 2002-03-12 1.36 V1.36 (1CETE6WW) 2002-08-12 1.37 V1.37 (1CETE7WW) 2003-01-06 1.38 V1.38 (1CETE8WW) 2003-12-26 1.39 V1.39 (1CETE9WW) 2006-07-18 1.40 V1.40 (1CETF0WW) 2006-08-29 Trademarks ---------- * IBM, ThinkPad, and AssetID are trademarks of IBM Corporation in the United States. * Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of others.