Options by IBM: Trackpoint Keyboard Hardware Announcement July 14, 1998 Announcement Letter Number: 198-149 At a Glance The Trackpoint Keyboard lets you maximize your desktop space with the following features: 104-key profile Built-in Trackpoint strain gauge pointing stick Dedicated Windows 95 keys Two mouse buttons below the space bar Mouse drivers to support scrolling, press-to-select, and magnification Quiet rubber-dome keypad technology Mouse port Detailed user's manual One-year limited warranty For technical support: Request technical information via the IBM Personal Systems Group (PSG) Web site at http://www.pc.ibm.com or IBM Faxback (800-426-3395). Overview The Trackpoint Keyboard incorporates IBM's latest Trackpoint technology into a comfortable, quiet, full-size keyboard. Two buttons positioned below the spacebar operate like mouse buttons, eliminating the need for a separate mouse. The Trackpoint Keyboard also supports scrolling, magnification, and other advanced functions. It features a familiar 104-key profile with dedicated Windows (TM) 95 keys. The Trackpoint Keyboard is the most fully featured, solidly engineered, reliable keyboard in its class. Intended Customers Customers who want a full-size keyboard and the ease and convenience of a high-quality pointing device as an alternative to a mouse Key Prerequisites An IBM-compatible desktop PC with PS/2 (R) (mini-din) style mouse and keyboard port or A ThinkPad (R) with an IBM keyboard/mouse connector cable or A ThinkPad with a docking station or port replicator Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT (R) 4.0, or OS/2 (R) 4.0 are required to support scrolling, press-to-select, or magnification features Note: Only basic mouse and keyboard functions work with Windows 3.1, OS/2 V3.0, DOS V5.02, or later. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Planned Part Availability Description Number Date Trackpoint Keyboard (White) 01K1259 07/28/98 Trackpoint Keyboard (Black) 01K1260 07/28/98 Trademarks PS/2, ThinkPad, and OS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows NT is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. ------------------------------ This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: http://www.ibm.com Table of Contents: SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION CHARGES SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WHITE (01K1259) AND BLACK (01K1260) TRACKPOINT KEYBOARD Product Positioning: For those who want the ease and efficiency of a Trackpoint, but need the comfort of a full-size keyboard, the Trackpoint Keyboard offers new convenience and dependability. Technical Information The keyboard has the following features: 104 keys Quiet rubber dome technology Built-in Trackpoint strain gauge pointing stick between the G, H, and B keys Two mouse buttons below the space bar Attached 2-meter cable that connects to both the PS/2 (R) mouse and the PS/2 keyboard ports on the PC Physical Specifications Approximate height: 40 mm (1.6 in) Approximate width: 450 mm (17.7 in) Approximate depth: 168 mm (6.6 in) Operating Environment Temperature: 10(degs) to 40(degs)C (50(degs) to 104(degs)F) Relative humidity: 8% to 80% Agency Approvals UL 1950 CSA-C22.2 950 FCC Class B parts 15 CE Mark (including IEC 801-2, 801-3, and 801-4) TUV TUV GS VCCI MOC C-tick Microsoft (TM) PC97 Energy Star-Compliant: No Note: The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Hardware Requirements: IBM or IBM-compatible desktop PC with a PS/2 (mini-din) style mouse and keyboard ports or ThinkPad(1). Non-ThinkPad (R) portable PCs with internal tracking devices are not compatible. (1) An IBM mouse keyboard connector cable (54G0441) is required when connecting directly to a ThinkPad, but is not required when connecting to a ThinkPad docking station or port replicator. Software Requirements: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT (R) V4.0 or OS/2 (R) V4.0 are required for the press-to-select, and magnification features. Only basic mouse and keyboard functions work with Windows (TM) 3.1, OS/2 3.0 and DOS V5.02, or later. Compatibility: Some configurations may not be compatible. Limitations: The Trackpoint Keyboard allows the user to plug in a standard mouse; however, this keyboard is not compatible with proprietary mouse drivers such as the ScrollPoint (TM), Logitech Mouseware, or Microsoft Intellimouse. Planning Information Cable Orders Required: No Installation Time: Approximately 5 minutes Packaging: One box Shipment Group Trackpoint Keyboard Diskette with setup software Two spare Trackpoint caps User's Guide Note: Outer box packaging is of consumer design. Note: An Options by IBM Hardware Manual (S06J-0802, 10L9802) is available. Security, Auditability, and Control This product uses the security and auditability features of the system on which it is installed. Terms and Conditions Field-Installable Yes Customer Setup Yes Limited Warranty Period(2) 1 Year Service Type CCE Maintenance Agreement No Optional Upgrade No Central Facility Maintenance No Service (CFMS) Option Licensed Programs Yes All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed. (2) Information on and copies of IBM's statement of limited warranty can be obtained by contacting your reseller or by accessing the online services listed in the Help and Service Information section. Help and Service Information During the warranty period, technical support can be obtained by accessing IBM's online services or calling the HelpCenter (R) at 800-772-2227 to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. Also, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative. Accessing IBM Online Services IBM Web site at http://www.pc.ibm.com IBM Fax system at 800-426-3395 IBM BBS system at 919-517-0001 CHARGES The charges provided in this announcement are suggested retail prices for the U.S. only and are provided for your information only. Dealer prices may vary, and prices may also vary by country. Prices are subject to change without notice. For additional information and current prices, contact your local IBM representative. Part Description Number ERP(3) Trackpoint Keyboard (White) 01K1259 $125 Trackpoint Keyboard (Black) 01K1260 169 (3) Estimated reseller price to end user. Actual reseller price may vary. Trademarks ScrollPoint is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. TrackPoint, PS/2, ThinkPad, OS/2, and HelpCenter are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Windows NT is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.