---------------------------------------------------------------------- Software Name Embedded Controller Program (Embedded Controller Program Service Diskette) Support models ThinkPad Z60m, Z60t Operating Systems Not applicable Version 1.14 Issue date January 31, 2006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT THIS PACKAGE DOES This Embedded Controller Program Service Diskette updates the embedded controller firmware stored in the ThinkPad computer to fix problems, add new functions, or expand functions as noted below. This program is language independent and can be used with any language system. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- CHANGES IN THIS RELEASE [Important Updates] Nothing. [New functions or enhancements] - Support for the 65W AC Adapter. [Problem fixes] - A status indicator LED on UltraBay Enhanced will not be off when the computer is docked to the Docking Station and goes into hibernation mode. - The A key does not work after pressing Fn + Pause keys. - Support for new Audio parts. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- DETERMINING WHICH VERSION IS INSTALLED There are two ways for version check. (A) On Windows (B) On BIOS Setup Utility (A) On Windows 1. Start the ThinkPad Configuration program. Click Start, select All Programs (or Programs), select ThinkVantage, and then click ThinkPad Configuration. 2. Click the System Information icon. 3. Click the BIOS information tab. BIOS version and Embedded Controller version will be displayed. 4. Click OK to exit. (B) On BIOS Setup Utility 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. While the "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue ThinkVantage button" message is displayed at the lower-left area of the screen, press the F1 key. The BIOS Setup Utility menu will be displayed. If a password prompt appears, type the correct password. 4. Check Embedded Controller Version and BIOS Version. 5. Turn off the computer. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTES - This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.14 or higher. Obtain the additional package, BIOS Version 1.14 or higher, and update the BIOS in the system with it. - If you need to update the BIOS as well as the Embedded Controller Program, update BIOS first. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS Notes: - If your computer runs satisfactorily now, it may not be necessary to update the Embedded Controller Program. To determine if you should update the the Embedded Controller Program, refer to the Version Information section. - You need an AC adapter and a charged battery pack to update the Embedded Controller Program. - If your computer is attached to any kind of docking station or port replicator, turn off the computer and detach it before proceeding. - Make sure the Embedded Controller Program Service Diskette is write-protected. - Remove the Power-on password prior to updating the Embedded Controller Program in RDM (Remote Deployment Manager) environment or similar environment. 1. Firmly connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2. Insert the write protected Embedded Controller Program Service Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer. 3. Select Read this first from the menu and carefully read the information that appears. 4. Press the Esc key to return to the menu. 5. Select Update Embedded Controller Program and follow the instruction on the screen. Note: If you are updating the Embedded Controller Program through the USB external diskette drive, it will take quite a long time to complete reading the Embedded Controller Program file, but it is normal. Continue the update. Warning: Do not turn off, suspend the computer or remove the diskette 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, the system is automatically turned off. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- VERSION INFORMATION The following versions of Embedded Controller Program have been released to date. Moreover, the BIOS is prepared according to them. Embedded Controller Program Version Internal ID BIOS Version ------------------- ----------- -------------- 1.14 77HT54WW 1.14 or higher 1.02 77HT28WW 1.00b to 1.05 1.01 77HT27WW 1.00b to 1.05 To check the version of Embedded Controller Program and BIOS, refer to the Determining which version is installed section. Summary of Changes ------------------ Where: < > Embedded Controller Program version ( ) Embedded Controller Program internal ID which is for administrator purpose. (Important) Important Update (New) New Function or Enhancement (Fix) Correction to existing function <1.14> (77HT54WW) Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.14 or higher. - (New) Support for the 65W AC Adapter. - (Fix) A status indicator LED on UltraBay Enhanced will not be off when the computer is docked to the Docking Station and goes into hibernation mode. - (Fix) The A key does not work after pressing Fn + Pause keys. - --- Support for new Audio parts. <1.02> (77HT28WW) Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.00b to 1.05. - (Fix) Adjustment of the current to charge the over-discharged battery. <1.01> (77HT27WW) Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.00b to 1.05. - (New) (Initial release) Support for ThinkPad Z60m, Z60t. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- TRADEMARKS * ThinkPad is a registered trademark of Lenovo. * ThinkVantage and UltraBay Enhanced are trademarks of Lenovo. * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 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