IBM 3550 EXPANSION UNIT MODEL 002
IBM Announcement Letter Number 192-257 dated October 5, 1992
IBM US - Last Revised on October 5, 1992
Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability
The IBM 3550 Expansion Unit Model 002 provides desktop
capability and expansion for the ThinkPad (TM) 700 Personal System/2
(R) (PS/2 (R)) and IBM ThinkPad 700C PS/2 systems. The unit accepts
the system using a simple docking procedure. Releasing the system
unit from the expansion unit is also easy.
Standard features include:
o Two full-size, 16-bit Micro Channel (R) slots
o One half-high bay supporting a 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch SCSI device
o Universal AC power supply
o SCSI on planar with internal connector
o External ports
- SCSI
- Serial/Parallel
- Keyboard
- Pointing device
- VGA
o System unit battery charging capability
o Cover lock
o System lock
o Key controlled power
o Security hook to attach cable or chain
o Display stand.
Planned Availability Date: October 30, 1992.
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
IN BRIEF . . .
o Provides expansion capability to both the IBM ThinkPad 700 PS/2
and IBM ThinkPad 700C PS/2
o Satisfies the mobile user's requirement for desktop capability in
a notebook system
o Protects users' investment in supported IBM peripherals
o Easy connection and removal of system unit
o Simplified cable management of connected peripheral equipment
o Optional Optical Drive Bezel Kit (#3780, 49G2670)
This feature is required when installing the internal
Rewritable Optical Drive (#0162, 6450162).
Customer Letter Section
DESCRIPTION
USER PRODUCTIVITY
The IBM 3550, with its easy system attachment, allows the user quick
access to a familiar desktop environment along with a system of
expanded capabilities. Connecting or disconnecting the system to or
from external peripheral equipment in a single action eliminates
excessive cable handling between the system and the peripherals.
The ease of initial installation of the IBM 3550 allows the
user to have the unit up and running quickly.
SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
Installation of the system unit is an easy action. Cable management
of attached peripherals is enhanced by attaching them to the IBM 3550
one time only. The user wishing to attach to the peripherals has
only to slide the system unit into the IBM 3550.
The IBM 3550 has the capability of charging the system unit's
battery while in operation or when the system unit is powered off.
This allows the user to continue using the system without worrying
about the status of its battery.
INVESTMENT PROTECTION
The IBM 3550 uses Micro Channel architecture. Customers already
owning desktop peripherals and applications, wishing to migrate to a
notebook system strategy, are able to use most of those peripherals
and attachments with the IBM 3550. This can be viewed as an
extension of their current investment strategy.
GROWTH ENABLEMENT
For the customer with a notebook system strategy, the IBM 3550 allows
expanded capabilities to the notebook. Two full-size, 16-bit Micro
Channel slots are available to accept various adapter cards. A
single, half-high bay, capable of supporting a 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch
SCSI device, is also available to allow for growth and expansion.
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
The IBM 3550 provides accessibility to numerous attachment cards,
peripheral devices and communications options allowing solutions for
most business applications.
Two slots for cards, a bay for SCSI devices and various I/O
ports are available in the unit. The following external ports are
standard:
o SCSI
o Serial/Parallel
o Keyboard
o Pointing device
o VGA.
PRODUCT POSITIONING
The IBM 3550 Expansion Unit Model 002 is for users of the IBM
ThinkPad 700 PS/2 or the IBM ThinkPad 700C PS/2, who desire
simplified connections to peripheral equipment, additional expansion
capability and a familiar desktop environment.
PUBLICATIONS
The following publication package is shipped with the IBM 3550
Model 002. Additional copies are available immediately.
ORDER PART
TITLE NUMBER NUMBER
Publication Package
Installation and Operating
Instructions
System Programs License
Agreement
Option Diskette S42G-2329 42G2329
The following publications are also available immediately.
ORDER PART
TITLE NUMBER NUMBER
Hardware Maintenance Library
Hardware Maintenance
Specifications
Hardware Maintenance
Reference
Option Diskette S42G-2330 42G2330
The Publication Package contains the Installation and
Operating Instructions manual, System Programs License Agreement and
an Option Diskette.
The Installation and Operating Instructions manual contains
general information on the IBM 3550, instructions on its operation,
installing and removing options, trouble shooting information and
specifications.
The Hardware Maintenance Library publication is for service
personnel and details the many aspects of maintaining the machine.
The publication includes an option diskette that includes advanced
diagnostics and instructions for identifying the failing field
replaceable unit (FRU).
To order, contact your IBM representative.
The IBM System Library Subscription Service (SLSS) is not
available.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Width: 330 mm (13.0 inches)
330 mm (13.0 inches) display stand
Depth: 410 mm (16.1 inches)
310 mm (12.2 inches) display stand
Height: 117 mm (4.6 inches) without display stand
142 mm (5.6 inches) with display stand
Weight: 7.1 kg (15.7 pounds) without display stand
8.8 kg (19.4 pounds) with display stand
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT:
AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE:
Power On: 10 (degs) to 35 (degs) C (50 (degs) to 95 (degs) F)
at 0 m to 2133 m (0 feet to 7000 feet)
Power Off: 10 (degs) to 43 (degs) C (50 (degs) to 110 (degs) F)
Relative Humidity: 8% to 80%
Wet Bulb: 22.8 (degs) C (73 (degs) F)
ELECTRICAL POWER:
Power Supply: 133 watts
Dual Power Input (Auto Sense):
100 to 125 V ac (nominal), 50/60 Hz
200 to 240 V ac (nominal), 50/60 Hz.
Btu Output:
151 Btu/hr (base unit)
649 Btu/hr (maximum configuration)
Altitude: 2133 m (7000 feet) maximum
Declared Acoustical
Noise Emissions: LWAd = 5.0 bels (1)
(1) The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit)
sound power level in bels, for a random sample of machines,
typically configured and operating in idle mode. That is, powered
on, but no optional read/write storage device and computer or I/O
activity.
AGENCY APPROVALS:
FCC -- Certified to comply with part 15 FCC Rules,
Class B limits
CSA C22.2 No. 950
UL -- 1950, 1st Edition
MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: The IBM 3550 Model 002 is designed to work
with the IBM ThinkPad 700 PS/2 and the IBM ThinkPad 700C PS/2. The
IBM 3550 Model 002 will support installation or attachment of the
following products.
CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1007 6451007 5.25-inch Diskette Adapter/A
1091 6451091 PS/2 Adapter/A for Ethernet Networks
1136 6451136 PS/2 Adapter/A for Twisted-Pair
Networks
1014 6451013 PS/2 Dual Async Adapter/A
2000 74F3465 The IBM 3270 Connection
6279 69X6279 IBM System/36/38 Workstation
Emulation Adapter
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1223 1501223 IBM PC Network Baseband
Adapter/A
1222 1501222 IBM PC Network Adapter II/A
5647 96X5647 IBM PC Network Adapter II/A --
Frequency 2
5648 96X5648 IBM PC Network Adapter II/A --
Frequency 3
4790 69X8138 IBM Token-Ring Network Adapter/A
8881 25F8887 IBM Token-Ring Network Adapter/A --
Remote Program Load
0149 74F9410 IBM Token-Ring Network 16/4
Adapter/A
5130 74F5130 IBM Token-Ring Network 16/4
Trace and Performance Adapter/A
1755 94X1755 PS/2 300/1200/2400 Internal Modem/A
5887 75X5887 XGA (R) Display Adapter/A
2561 87F4773 PS/2 XGA-2 Display Adapter/A
1991 95F1091 M-Motion Video Adapter (2)
4007 75X5889 Video Memory Expansion Option
2784 34F2784 Audio Capture/Playback Adapter/A
3909 87F9909 M-Audio Capture/Playback Adapter/A
2785 34F2785 Video Capture Adapter/A
9732 69F9732 Action Media II Display Adapter/A 2MB (3)
9734 69F9734 Action Media II Display Adapter
Capture Option
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
(2) Supported only when ThinkPad 700C is installed and when the card
is installed in the upper card slot. This combination provides
Auxiliary Video Extension (AVE) support.
(3) Only one adapter is allowed per unit. When it is installed, the
other card socket must remain empty.
CABLE OPTIONS
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
0217 6450217 IBM Serial Adapter Cable
0242 6450242 IBM Serial Adapter Connector
2067 1502067 IBM Communications Adapter Cable
5612 1525612 IBM Printer Adapter Cable
3390 6339098 IBM Token-Ring PC Adapter Cable
1227 1501227 Baseband Cable
1228 1501228 IBM PC Network Baseband General
Purpose Cable
1229 1501229 IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter
Cable
0230 6450230 IBM PC Network Base Expander Kit
0231 6450231 IBM PC Network Short Distance Kit
0232 6450232 IBM PC Network Medium Distance Kit
0233 6450233 IBM PC Network Long Distance Kit
0234 6450234 IBM PC Network 25-Foot Cabling
Segment
0235 6450235 IBM PC Network 50-Foot Cabling
Segment
0236 6450236 IBM PC Network 100-Foot Cabling
Segment
0237 6450237 IBM PC Network 200-Foot Cabling
Segment
6293 69X6293 IBM System/36/38 Workstation
Emulation Cable
1140 6451139 PS/2 Card to Option Cable
1042 6451042 PS/2 Option to Option Cable
6321 16F1865 Baseband Network Option X.21
STORAGE OPTIONS
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
Hard Disk Drive
1045 6451045 80MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive
1046 6451046 160MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive
1242 6451242 200MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive
1108 6451234 320MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive
1081 6451235 400MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive
Internal CD-ROM
1113 6451113 5.25-inch CD-ROM Drive
(600MB 5.25-inch HH)
(Withdrawn)
1104 6451104 5.25-inch CD-ROM XA Drive
(600MB 5.25-inch HH)
Internal Read/Write Optical Drive
0162 6450162 3.5-inch Rewritable Optical Drive
3780 49G2670 Optical Drive Bezel Kit (4)
(4) Required when installing feature number 0162 (6450162)
in the IBM 3550.
External CD-ROM Drive
3510001 External CD-ROM Drive 3510-001
(Withdrawn)
External SCSI Enclosure
35100V0 External SCSI Enclosure 3510
3511003 External Storage Enclosure for SCSI
Devices 3511-003
Tape
3532023 2.3GB, External SCSI Tape
Drive 3532-023
External Diskette Drive
4869001 5.25-inch 360KB External
Diskette Drive
4860002 5.25-inch 1.2MB External
Diskette Drive
PS/2 DISPLAYS AND ADAPTERS
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
8511 Color Display
8512 Color Display
8513 Color Display
8514 Color Display (5), (7)
8515 Color Display (6)
8516 Touch Display (6)
8518 Color Display
9515 Color Display
9518 Color Display
5887 75X5887 XGA Display Adapter/A
2561 87F4773 PS/2 XGA-2 Display Adapter/A
(5) When attached to the IBM 3550 VGA port, only VGA-mode is
supported. When attached to the XGA Adapter/A, high resolution
mode is supported.
(6) When attached to the IBM 3550 VGA port, only VGA-mode is
supported. When attached to the XGA Adapter/A or XGA-2 Adapter/A,
XGA-mode is supported.
(7) The 8514/A adapter is not supported by the IBM 3550.
PRINTERS
FEATURE PART MACHINE
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION TYPE/MODEL
PagePrinter 3812-001
PagePrinter 3816-01D/01S
Color Jetprinter 3852-002
LaserPrinter 4019-001
LaserPrinter 4019-E01
Ink-Jet Printer 4070-001
Ink-Jet Printer 4070-002
ExecJet (R) Printer 4072
Proprinter (R) 4201-001
Proprinter II 4201-002
Proprinter III 4201-003
Proprinter XL 4202-001
Proprinter II XL 4202-002
Proprinter III XL 4202-003
Proprinter X24 4207-001
Proprinter X24E 4207-002
Proprinter XL24 4208-001
Proprinter XL24E 4208-002
Personal PagePrinter 4216-030
Quietwriter (R) 5201-001
Quietwriter 5201-002
Quietwriter III 5202-001
Quickwriter (R) 5204-001
PS/1 (R) Printer 2205-001
Personal Printer
Series II 2380-001
Personal Printer
Series II 2381-001
Personal Printer
Series II 2390-001
Personal Printer
Series II 2391-001
LaserPrinter 5E 4029-010
LaserPrinter 6 4029-020
LaserPrinter 6P 4029-022
LaserPrinter 10 4029-030
LaserPrinter 10L 4029-040
LaserPrinter 10P 4029-042
Printer 4226-302
Portable Printer 5183-010/020
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
PLOTTERS, SCANNERS, EXTERNAL MODEMS
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
6180 Color Plotter
6182 Auto Sheet Feed Plotter
6184 Color Plotter
6185 Color Plotter
6186 Color Plotter Models 1 and 2
6187 Color Plotter Models 1 and 2
7372 Color Plotter
7374 Color Plotter
7375 Color Plotter Models 1 and 2
3119 Scanner
5442 94X2415 3119 Scanner Adapter/A
2400 Baud Modem 5853
2400 Baud Modem 5858
OTHER DEVICES
FEATURE PART
NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION
8770 6450350 IBM Personal System/2 Mouse
5443 07G0033 IBM Personal System/2
Miniature Mouse
5445 07G0032 IBM Personal System/2
Numeric Keypad
5003 1501224 Data Migration Facility
SPECIAL NEEDS PRODUCTS
These products have no feature numbers and are supported by IBM
Teleservice and Customer Support only.
PART
NUMBER DESCRIPTION
6450616 Screen Reader (TM) (Withdrawn)
6024937 IBM Screen Reader Braille Publication
(Withdrawn)
41G8686 SpeechViewer (TM) Version 1.1
92F2666 IBM VoiceType Version 1.0
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS: The IBM 3550 Model 002 supports the
following software:
OPERATING SYSTEMS
o IBM DOS Version 5.0
o IBM OS/2 Version 2.00.1 (8)
o IBM OS/2 LAN Server Entry Version 3.0
o IBM OS/2 LAN Server Entry Advanced Version 3.0
o IBM Extended Services for OS/2 Version 1.0
o IBM Extended Services with Database Server for OS/2
(8) OS/2 2.00.1 is an updated version designated to support the IBM
ThinkPad 700 and 700C. This is not a generally available version
and can only be obtained by calling 800-342-6672. The machine
type and machine serial number must be provided.
The IBM 3550 Model 002 supports the following software:
IBM COMMUNICATIONS
o IBM PC 3270 Emulation Program, Entry Level Version 2.0
o IBM Personal Communications/3270 Version 3.0
o IBM PC LAN Program Version 1.34
o IBM LAN Support Program Versions 1.12 and 1.2
o IBM Token-Ring Network Bridge Program Version 2.1
o IBM Token-Ring Trace and Performance Program Version 2.0
o IBM PC Network Bridge Program Version 1.0
o IBM APPC/PC Version 1.11
LIMITATIONS:
o Action Media II Display Adapter/A card: If the Action Media II
Display Adapter/A card (#9732, 69F9732) is installed in the IBM
3550, no other feature card can be installed in the unit, because
of power limitations at the card slots.
o Auxiliary Video Extension (AVE): The upper card slot provides
AVE support only when using the ThinkPad 700C. The lower card
slot does not support AVE.
o 8514 Color Display: If the 8514 Color Display is connected to
the unit, the following restrictions apply:
- If attached to the IBM 3550 VGA port, only VGA mode is
supported. If attached to the XGA Display Adapter/A card
(#5887, 75X5887), high resolution mode is supported.
- The 8514/A Adapter card is not supported by the IBM 3550.
o 8515 and 8516 Color Displays: If one of these color displays is
connected to the unit, the following restriction applies:
- When attached to the IBM 3550 VGA port, only VGA mode is
supported. When attached to the XGA Display Adapter/A card
(#5887, 75X5887) or the XGA-2 Display Adapter/A card (#2561,
87F4773), XGA mode is supported.
o 9515 and 9518 Color Displays: If one of these color displays is
connected to the unit, the following restriction applies:
- These displays require connection to the XGA-2 Display
Adapter/A card (#2561, 87F4773) to display XGA mode.
o Display Stand:
- If the display stand shipped with the IBM 3550 is used, the
keyboard of the attached system becomes inaccessible.
Therefore, an external keyboard becomes a requirement. The
customer is responsible for obtaining the keyboard.
- The maximum allowable weight to be placed on the display
stand is 19 kg (41.9 pounds).
o Internal Rewritable Optical Drive:
- When installing the Rewritable Optical Drive (#0162,
6450162), the Optical Drive Bezel Kit (#3780, 49G2670) is
required.
PLANNING INFORMATION
CABLE ORDERS: No cables required.
INSTALLABILITY: The IBM 3550 Expansion Unit Model 002 requires about
15 minutes for installation. Installation includes unpacking and
setting up the unit, installing the computer and turning the unit on.
Additional time is required to install options (adapter options and
storage options).
By following the setup instructions, the user unpacks the
carton, sets up the computer using the Option Diskette, attaches any
external devices, installs the computer into the unit, and turns on
power.
After the power-on self tests of the computer, the user is
guided through configuring the computer and the expansion unit, using
the automatic configuration program.
PROBLEM DETERMINATION: The IBM 3550 does not have self-diagnostic
capability. It is always diagnosed with a computer attached.
If a failure is found, an instruction or error code will
appear on the computer's screen or external display (if attached).
The user should note this information and refer to the Installation
and Operating Instructions supplied with the unit.
The user is first requested to detach the computer and test
the computer to isolate problems to the computer or expansion unit.
If no computer problems are detected, the computer is reinstalled
into the expansion unit and trouble shooting continues for the
expansion unit.
The trouble shooting procedures consist of a power-on
self-test, diagnostics test and trouble shooting charts designed to
assist the user in isolating a defective machine element.
Operating instructions and diagnostic procedures, which are
included with supported options (adapter options, storage device
options), help the customer in isolating any defective machine
element.
If expansion unit problems are identified, the user will be
instructed to have the expansion unit serviced with the same computer
to enable the service personnel to service the user's specific
configuration. The failing element can then be replaced or repaired
under existing warranty or service provisions.
PACKAGING:
NUMBER OF
PRODUCT CONTENTS BOXES
IBM 3550/002 IBM 3550 Expansion Unit 1
Power Cord -- 6 feet (8)
Publication Package (8)
-- Installation and
Operating Instructions
-- System Programs
License Agreement
-- Option Diskette (1MB)
(8) The shipment group contains a U.S. power cord (6 feet) and the
Publication Package documentation is in U.S. English.
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL
Security and auditability features of this product are:
o Cover lock -- access to the internals of the unit are protected
by a key lock. This prohibits unauthorized personnel access to
any storage media and adapter cards installed.
o System lock -- key holders have the ability of locking the
notebook system into the IBM 3550 if they intend to leave it
unattended. This prevents unauthorized removal of the system
unit from the expansion unit.
o Key controlled power -- power to the expansion unit can be
controlled by a key holder. This means, one key position allows
power to the unit whenever the power switch is activated and
another position prohibits power to the switch without having a
key.
o Tie down capability -- this feature allows the owner to
physically attach the unit to a desk, table, or similar fixture.
A built-in security hook, located at the rear of the unit, allows
the connection of a chain or cable to the unit.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures and
appropriate controls in application systems and communications
facilities.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
VOLUME DISCOUNT: Volume purchasing is not available under the Volume
Discounts section of the IBM Customer Agreement (ICA).
IBM CREDIT CORPORATION FINANCING: Term leases and installment
payment plans are available for commercial and state and local
government customers.
CUSTOMER FULFILLMENT OPTION APPLIES: Yes.
WARRANTY PERIOD: One year.
WARRANTY SERVICE: Customer Carry-In Repair (CCR).
ALTERNATIVE SERVICE: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR).
MAINTENANCE SERVICE: IOR.
IBM HOURLY SERVICE RATE CLASSIFICATION: One.
IBM Warranty Service, Maintenance Service or IBM Hourly
Service may be obtained by calling 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). IBM
Hourly Service is available at the applicable rate and terms,
including element exchange price if applicable.
VOLUME MAINTENANCE OPTION: The announced product is an eligible
machine and a qualifying machine for the Volume Maintenance Option*
of the ICA.
MID-RANGE SYSTEM OPTION: The announced product is an eligible
machine for the Mid-Range System Option* of the ICA.
ELIGIBLE DISCOUNT
TYPE THREE-YEAR FIVE-YEAR
3550 17% 22%
CORPORATE SERVICE OPTION: The announced product is an eligible
machine for the Corporate Service Option* of the ICA.
DISCOUNT
THREE-YEAR FIVE-YEAR
Network 25% 30%
System 17% 22%
EXTENDED MAINTENANCE OPTION: The announced product is an eligible
machine for the Extended Maintenance Option* of the ICA.
CENTRAL FACILITY MAINTENANCE SERVICE OPTION: The announced product
is an eligible machine for Central Facility Maintenance Service
Option* of the ICA.
A minimum number of six machines is required at the central
facility before requesting maintenance service. The Additional
Maintenance Charge Factor is currently 0.5 hours. The terms and
conditions are stated in the Attachment for Central Facility
Maintenance Service Option.
* A revised exhibit will be available at a later date.
PRODUCT AVAILABILITY STATUS: New product available.
CUSTOMER SETUP: Yes.
LICENSED INTERNAL CODE: No.
IBM EDUCATION ORDER CENTER: This product is available for ordering
through the IBM Education Order Center. Availability through the
Education Order Center may not coincide with the product availability
dates in other sections of this document.
The IBM Education Order Center is the order processing
location for selected personal computers and related
hardware/software for eligible education end users. Eligible end
users are defined as faculty and staff members of qualified
kindergarten through twelfth grade educational institutions and
students, faculty and staff members of higher educational
institutions that have an education product coordinator.
NATIONAL EDUCATION PRICE (NEP): A National Education Price is
available under the terms and conditions of the National Education
Price Exhibit. The NEP price, which represents 17.6% discount from
the single unit purchase price, is not subject to any further
discount or allowance. The machine in this announcement is included
in the National Education Price Exhibit.
CHARGES
PRODUCT CHARGES
MACHINE TYPE/MODEL: 3550-002
FEATURE PART PURCHASE
DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER PRICE
Expansion Unit 3550002 $895
Optical Drive
Bezel Kit 3780 55
WARRANTY OPTION UPGRADE CHARGE:
WARRANTY WARRANTY
OPTION OPTION
UPGRADE UPGRADE
FROM TO CHARGE
CCR IOR $17
ANNUAL MINIMUM MAINTENANCE CHARGES:
ANNUAL ANNUAL
MINIMUM CENTRAL FACILITY
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
CHARGE SERVICE
(IOR) (CFMS)
$100 $95
(CORRECTED ON OCTOBER 6, 1992)
Under the heading Product Positioning, the first sentence has
been changed to read as follows:
The IBM 3550 Expansion Unit Model 002 is for users of the IBM
ThinkPad 700 PS/2 or the IBM ThinkPad 700C PS/2, who desire
simplified connections to peripheral equipment, additional expansion
capability and a familiar desktop environment.