CATEGORY: ECA DESCRIPTION: ECA 001 - 3550 MOD 002 COVER KIT. CORRECTS FIT/I/O ACCESS Expires - December 28, 1994 A cover Kit, FRU P/N66G9433, has been released to correct connection and fit conditions found on 3550 model 002 Docking Stations. The FRU kit contains the installation instructions for the left and right hand system guide rails, the alignment plug that fits into the system units external power connector, and a new 3550 micro-channel connector shroud. They correct the following conditions and improve security features: 1. Left Docking Station rail blocks opening of the 720 PCMCIA door. 2. Security locking feature added to right Docking Station rail. 3. Alignment problems between the system and docking station micro-channel bus connectors. 4. Correct fit of the docking station alignment/security plug. For this ECA to apply the Docking Station must be below serial number 97-C0001. Docking stations with serial numbers above 97-C0001 have the new EC level cover installed, also an alignment plug shoulder length of 1/8th inch indicates the new cover is installed. The plug fits into the AC Adapter port on the Thinkpad. | |----_____ | | OLD STYLE 1/4 INCH | _____| |---- | | |--_____ | | NEW STYLE 1/8 INCH | _____| |-- | NOTE: The alignment plug is for alignment only; it does not conduct current. Warranty Submission For warranty and post warranty machines, submit proper documentation (proof of purchase) and a Parts/Warranty Reimbursement form with the following special information: Field Information Type of Warranty - Transaction Code Box (4) 0X (not used on PartnerLink) Service Performed - Transaction Code Box (5) 2 Model # SP14001 Serial # Required Special Instructions/Comments 3550 ECA 001 The remaining procedures for completing the Warranty Reimbursement Request form remain the same. Labor will be reimbursed at $67.00 per machine. ********************************************************************