---------------------------------------------------------------------- Software Name Embedded Controller Program Support models ThinkPad Z60m, Z60t Operating Systems Windows XP (Home Edition and Professional) Windows 2000 Version 1.18 Issue date September 22, 2006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT THIS PACKAGE DOES This package is to update 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] - Enhancement of power management. [Problem fixes] Nothing. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 1.19 or higher. Obtain the additional package, BIOS Version 1.19 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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATING EMBEDDED CONTROLLER PROGRAM 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 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. - Depending on the operating system configuration, restarting the operating system and rerunning this Embedded Controller Program update utility may be required. In this case, the following message will appear. "DeviceIoControl() returns 2 Please restart your operating system and execute the BIOS or Embedded Controller update utility again." - Remove the Power-on password prior to updating the Embedded Controller Program in RDM (Remote Deployment Manager) environment or similar environment. Attention: Do not turn off or suspend the computer until the update has been completed. IF YOU DO THAT WHILE THE UPDATE IS STILL IN PROGRESS, THE SYSTEM BOARD MAY HAVE TO BE REPLACED. There are three ways for installation. (A) Automatic update with Software Installer (B) Manual update (C) Unattended update (A) Automatic Update with Software Installer Use Software Installer version 3.01.0503 or higher. Software Installer will check both installed program in your ThinkPad and our Web site, then download and update the program automatically if a newer version is available. Refer to the Software Installer package for details. (B) Manual Update Refer to the Manual Update section. (C) Unattended Update Refer to the Unattended Update section. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 ------------------- ----------- -------------- 1.18 77HT58WW 1.19 or higher 1.17 77HT57WW 1.19 or higher 1.16 77HT56WW 1.19 or higher 1.14 77HT54WW 1.14 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 <1.18 (77HT58WW)> Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.19 or higher. - (New) Enhancement of power management. <1.17 (77HT57WW)> Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.19 or higher. - (Fix) The computer may not check the battery voltage for a while after starting battery charge. - (Fix) The computer may hang due to conflict with hard disk active protection system driver. <1.16 (77HT56WW)> Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.19 or higher. - (New) Support for ThinkPad NumLock. Refer to the description of version 1.19 in the Readme file of the BIOS of ThinkPad Z60m, Z60t. Note: PC-Doctor DOS version 2.0.1491 or higher supports this function. - (Fix) Wireless Radio Switch will work in suspend mode. <1.14> (77HT54WW) Note: This version of Embedded Controller Program will only work with BIOS Version 1.14. - (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. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- MANUAL UPDATE This section assumes to use Internet Explorer and Explorer. Attention: Do not turn off or suspend the computer until the update has been completed. IF YOU DO THAT WHILE THE UPDATE IS STILL IN PROGRESS, THE SYSTEM BOARD MAY HAVE TO BE REPLACED. Downloading files 1. Click once on the underlined file name with the left mouse button. Once this is done, a pop-up window will appear. 2. In this pop-up window, choose (using the left mouse button) the directory you would like to download the file to and click the "Save" button. A different window will appear and the download will begin and complete without your assistance. 3. Once the download has completed, there may or may not be a message stating that the download completed successfully. Updating Embedded Controller Program 4. Firmly connect the AC adapter to the computer. 5. Make sure to be logged on with administrative privileges. 6. Open an Explorer and locate the directory where the file was saved. 7. Double-click the saved file. 8. Follow the instructions on the screen. Windows will shut down automatically and ThinkPad Embedded Controller Program Update Utility screen appears. 9. Select "Read this first..." from the menu and carefully read the information that appears. 10. Press the Esc key to return to the menu. 11. Select Update embedded controller program and follow the instructions on the screen. After the update has been completed, the system is automatically turned off. Finally delete the file saved in the step 2. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- UNATTENDED UPDATE This procedure is intended only for system administrators. - Refer to the Manual Install section, and save the files. - At the command line, execute the Embedded Controller Program (xxxxxxxx.exe) with the -s -a -s options. (For example) [Path where the files were saved]\xxxxxxxx.exe -s -a -s The Embedded Controller Program is updated without any user interaction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- TRADEMARKS * ThinkPad is a registered trademark of Lenovo. * Active Protection System, ThinkVantage and UltraBay Enhanced are trademarks of Lenovo. * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of others.