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    Trackpoint wondering off

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by schiarelli, Feb 25, 2007.

  1. schiarelli

    schiarelli Newbie

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    I own a X40, i just purchased it last week and the trackpoint sometimes has a mind of its own... is there a solution to this? it gets pretty annoying
     
    schiarelli, Feb 25, 2007
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  2. yuio

    yuio NBR Assistive Tec. Tec.

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    when ever my previous computers did that i just put the palm of my hand a pressed down hard and it fixed the problem or if that does not work just restart the computer... that worked for me.
     
    yuio, Feb 25, 2007
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  3. chaosrl

    chaosrl Notebook Consultant

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    how much does it wander? i seem to recall that the trackpoint will automatically center itself once in awhile which is what it's supposed to do, but i'm not sure how often this occurs (mines coming TOMORROW! whooooo!)
     
    chaosrl, Feb 25, 2007
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  4. ylim

    ylim Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,

    I am new to thinkpad series and will be getting a x60 soon. I heard the trackpoint cover can be replaced and there is an extra in each thinkpad procurement. I am curious to find out if it is hard to buy new covers from retailers? What is the "name" of the cover (red)?

    Thanks.
     
    ylim, Feb 25, 2007
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  5. SkiBunny

    SkiBunny Notebook Deity

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    If you want more covers, order the trackpoint package with your X60. They're less than $10 for a package containing a variety of different cover types.

    Also... I suggest ordering an extra AC adapter at time of purchase. This is perhaps the most valuable and initially overlooked accessory. And it can be had for $29 at time of initial purchase.
     
    SkiBunny, Feb 25, 2007
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  6. net80

    net80 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ya all my IBMs do this including the x60 I recently purchased. Its driving me nuts. The trackpoint constantly wanders off on its own. Removing the cover and reattaching it, restarting, doesn't work. It stops only for a little while if I push down hard on the trackpoint.

    Anyone have a fix.
     
    net80, Feb 26, 2007
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  7. ylim

    ylim Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thank you. I guess I will be getting an extra AC adapter.
     
    ylim, Feb 26, 2007
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  8. Manarius

    Manarius Notebook Enthusiast

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    It's mentioned in the Owner's Manual that the UltraNav will wander sometimes. I just deal with it.
     
    Manarius, Feb 26, 2007
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  9. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    vespoli, Feb 26, 2007
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