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Recommended models:
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>Used machines are plentiful and cheap.
>Excellent keyboards - tactile feel and quiet.
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First for X230
Second for muh x200
one day fhd t430s reporting
8760W reportan.
Just kidding its gone now :x
we pixel nao
I heard mixed hopinions on the t460, anyone here have it?
Mostly if the screen is really bad as they say, and if there are issues with the touchpad.
Thanks.
>>55421179
>fell for x220 meme
i like it but the screen is too small
if i have more than 1 laptop i would probably spend most of my time using one and leave the other gathering dust on the shelf
what do i do
fourth for buying a T460p
>inb4 housefires
>tfw I bought a X220T memepad brand computer I don't have any purpose for and don't have the time to use
Why did I do that
but I already have a daily driver x1 carbon and another thinkpad I browse 4chan with
What do you do with excess thinkpads
>>55421469
>x220 b/c muh keyboard
>proceeds to buy hhkb keyboard which is like 2 x220s
>type with hhkb connected to x220 and carrying them around everywhere
:(
>>55421469
Make it a server and donate some space as a TOR relay.
Anyone know how to tell if a battery is 3 cell, 6 cell, or 9 cell? I have this used battery but Idk what to look for.
>>55421469
Sell it to me pls
>>55421652
What's the battery say.
Usually xx+ is 6, and xx++ is 9.
>>55421652
chop it in half
honestly number of cell doesnt matter, what matters is how much energy it can store, aka watt-hr
>>55421668
I just like how small it is and want the same battery.
>>55421667
it just says 67
>>55421652
AFAIK:
3 cell - totally flat
6 cell - slightly elevates laptop's back
9 cell - protrudes from the back
>>55421681
>https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-ThinkPad-Battery-Compatible-0A36316/dp/B0085MPJVA/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1467707920&sr=1-3&keywords=x220t+battery
if it looks like this then it's 3 cells
if it has the grip part then it's 6 cells
there's no 9 cells for x220t
what you recommend? My x220T only lasts 1 hour with this little used 3 cell.
>>55421716
actually there are 9 cells but i think the 67 is 3 cells
how can you tell of the battery is legit from lenovo? There so many phoneys
>>55421718
sell it and buy x230t or something else
keyboard meme not worth housefire + weight
>>55421718
Buy a new battery.
Try a 30 dollar chinese one off Amazon.
If I put a classic dome in my elitebook 840 g1 will I get hate dtares from thinkpad owners?
I'm swapping an x200s lid onto an x200 and the backlight isn't working when I install it.
I've tried two different lids, so I know its not an issue with the hardware, what am I doing wrong. I assumed it would be a straight swap.
>>55421892
Probably you blew the fuse.
>>55421977
When I plug the original screen back into the x200, it works fine. I tried this on two separate x200 units with similar results. What could be the issue? Everything I've read online suggests it is a straight swap if you swap the whole lid.
>>55421731
If you're saying that 9-cell batteries exist for X220T, I'mma have to ask you to provide source on that.
>>55422144
>https://www.amazon.com/Exxact-Parts-Solutions%C2%AELENOVO-compatible-Replacement/dp/B00F8R7H4M/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1467711674&sr=1-2&keywords=x220t+battery
here you go lad
just copped 2 (and the eeepc) in the past few weeks thrifting for under $10 a piece. T30 and T41. what can I do as far as upgrading them and what kinda programs can I use for every day tasks that are light enough for them?
Numpty level question, but what benefits does tlp provide over the standard power management features baked in to GNU/Linux, I've read the tlp guide and can't really see that it adds anything significant.
Just bought a T420 for 170 bucks. I'm not even sure how i ended up buying it. Maybe i should return it.
Did i fall for the meme? What now?
>>55423022
Now you return it and get a real Thinkpad, like a T/W520, X220/T, or even T420s.
>>55423022
You did good, depending on what you use it for. The t420 with the 1600x900 is good for mobile use. If you plan on using it at home alot, just get a dock and a few external monitors. I have a similar setup with an x200T that I've been using for a few years now. I only email and shitpost, so I don't think I'll be needing an upgrade soon.
How does the repairability of the new laptops like X1 carbon, Yoga 260 compare to the old, pre-chiclet devices?
Can the T410 screen be replaced
>>55423324
Yes
>>55423242
I want to run linux on it. It will be mainly used for shitposting, animus, irc and coding.
I also want a replacement if my desktop should ever die or if i need a computer somewhere else.
I'm not sure if i should keep it though. My desktop needs an upgrade and i sure could have used the money for it.
Guess i will use it for two weeks and decide then if i will return it.
>>55423516
The t420 can handle anything except for heavy gaymen. If you need a desktop, just buy a dock for your t420.
>>55421332
I love that model! How's the battery life?? Specs price ? I love your carbon vinyl guide, I've done a few devices with it, including my table top.
I bought a used W520 and I love it but whoever the fuck thought it was a good idea to switch Fn and Ctrl keys was a retard.
I fell for memepad and I bought 500 USD Thinkpad T440.
Still under warranty up to dec 17, 2017.
I am a cuck?
Pic related
How to fix brightness keys in Win 8.1 on my X201?
Keys work but brightness is not linear. Same thing in Win 10.
>>55421179
Asked this question yesterday:
>Anybody have experience with the ThinkPad Helix 2?
>I am about to pull the trigger on a steal for a loaded model (M5Y71/256gbSSD/8gbRAM/pro keyboard dock) and have read great reviews but there are few video reviews showing off the finished model.
>There are a bunch showing it when it was announced in late 2014 but only 1 or two showing the final model release.
>Anybody willing to share their experiences?
Got the typical "new ThinkPads kek" meme, the "buy x230t/x200 instead" was arguable but those are not in the same class in regards to price to performance and utility.
>Lenovo ThinkPad X230t 13-Inch Convertible 2 in 1 Touchscreen Laptop
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008OJAODM/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_6P0ExbW53CW4K
Not only is it around 180 more expensive than the Helix 2 deal I'm talking about, it's heavier, thicker and attached keyboard with a vga port... Vga guys?
>Now here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/222062917980
No back light on keyboard
128gb ssd compared to 256gb ssd on the Helix 2
Granted it comes with a 500gb hdd on this particular listing but i won't need that anyways.
Just want to hear people's experiences with the latest Helix 2
Have any of you guys managed to get the brightness Fn hotkeys working under Windows 10? Just installed a IPS panel which is considerably brighter and it's driving me nuts
Inb4 botnet etc, I have Kubuntu on my mSATA drive
If I have a T430 that I want to use on the go but also sometimes at home on a big monitor, which is otherwise permanently connected to a desktop machine, is my best option a docking station connected to a KVM switch?
>>55424345
I found I had to Uninstall any new chipset and video drivers that I updated. Once I installed the ones that came with the machine the brightness keys worked again.
Should I buy an L540 for 330 bucks?
I'll mainly use it for school and watching movies
Do any of you know how the graphics quality is like? Is it possible to upgrade my graphics card to a full HD one?
https://github.com/Cr4sh/ThinkPwn
is it finally habbening??
>>55422779
It's more about simplicity; it just combines a lot of power management stuff into a single comprehensive config file for you to manage. I don't know that it adds a lot of functionality you can't find elsewhere or DIY script if that's your inclination.
I mainly use TLP for setting battery thresholds, turning off BT, disabling turbo boost, setting CPU stepping, and on my T601F, inserting PHC values for undervolting.
>>55423685
I think you can swap it in the BIOS but mislabeled keys make me REEEEE.
>>55424476
affirmative. KVMs are GOAT
>tfw my X230 arrived
paid 145€ and shipping for it and its in great condition and eveyrthing works, love it
>>55424260
Never used one, sorry.
The 'hinge' freaks me out.
Would this laptop cooler help for my T420?
https://www.amazon.com/ThreeLeaf-Super-thin-0-99inch-Dim-speed-Multi-angle/dp/B01A6ZP4CM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
I notice the exhaust is on the left side.
>>55425648
Just repaste if it's too hot, don't waste your money on gimmicks.
https://github.com/Cr4sh/ThinkPwn
Thinkpads BTFO
>>55425481
I was disgusted by the first iteration of the hinge which had the clips poking ugly out of the keyboard base, but the latest model hides them quite well.
>>55425726
>physical access required
>>55425713
I'm not saying it's too hot really. Just want overall cooler and when I do certain things. Not having issues.Plus I enjoy the stands
>>55425781
Oh, in that case full steam ahead.
>>55425793
Bought.19.99 on prime. All is well
I'm thinking of getting the Mini Dock Series 3 docking station for my T430, but I have read that the design partially blocks the exhaust vents, which leads to overheating. I don't want to be bothered to open the machine and change the thermal paste...is the vent-blocking that big of a deal if I don't plan on doing any gaming? Are there are any other docks for the Thinkpad that don't block the vent?
>>55425726
>not using coreboot
>>55426215
There's the USB 3 dock.
T430 or T430s?
>>55426388
Depends on what CPU you want.
>>55426403
Just a more limited choice of CPU?
I didn't even think you could get a T430 with 3+GHz anyway, all I see on eBay are ~2.6
You can still upgrade the screen and use an ultrabay, though?
>>55426584
The s version's CPU isn't socketed, so you can't replace it. You can with the other, so you could throw in a quad core if you wanted.
>>55426357
But what if I want the peripherals to be in use by my desktop when they're not being used by the docked laptop - Do I need to get a KVM switch, lest I unplug and replug all of the peripheral to the dock each and every time?
Why don't they make a docking station that is also KVM switch?
>>55426642
Because most people do not want to do what you want to do.
>>55426615
I though you could only do that with the T420, and even then it just makes the thing overheat
>>55426671
You can do it with the 30 as well. IIRC, there's some way to mod the T530's cooler into it so it won't overheat.
>>55426693
>>55426671
Meant W530.
>>55426693
>>55426705
Alright, thanks m8
I just picked up a x201 i5 8gb 12 inch. Love it very cool machine. Can't upgrade to windows 10, some cpu nx issue!? Any you guys run into this?
>>55421345
get a monitor?
>>55427185
I'm surprised. I was able to upgrade my C2D thinkpad to W10 when I was just jerking around doing testing.
Posting from x201s I got 3 years ago due to these threads. Thanks brahs
About to get an x260, is it a mistake /g/ ?
>>55427185
Try installing Win 10 outright if you want it. I will tell you that those machine fly with Linux, though, especially with an SSD.
>>55423630
It was about 2+ hours
Came with 4GB ram, added it up to 16GB
It had some sort of QC i7, I think the base or 2nd lowest graphics card.
The FHD display was nice, though it wasn't IPS.
Paid $260 from arrow direct, sold it for $600 before shipping/eBay/PayPal feels
Glad you liked the carbon fiber vinyl guide, I feel I should make another guide. It is nice to spruce up electronics with.
What's the Thinkpad with the objectively best screen on the market as of today?
Looking for a laptop, might as well inquire about Thinkpads as well. Need solid build quality and Linux compatibility.
Got my eyes on the T460p without dedicated GPU, as I don't need one and Optimus is a pile of shit anyway. Configured it with the 2560x1440 IPS screen and 4+4 GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB SSD, i5-6300HQ and no extras.
Is this a proper laptop for 1256.73 eurobucks?
>>55428112
[not yuro, but] You can probably upgrade the RAM and SSD cheaper yourself. If you just can't be bothered or if VAT makes the difference in price for DIYing RAM/SSD negligible, it's a good config. The big thing being the upgraded screen.
>>55428235
>You can probably upgrade the RAM and SSD cheaper yourself.
Well yes, but the options seem relatively inexpensive, and I don't need more power than this, at least for the moment - when I need more than 8GB RAM I'll upgrade it down the line. Right now I just need a solid laptop. Honestly, I just went with one of the cheapest builds without the GeForce GPU, then upgraded some things like the screen.
Anyone have any good experiences with the T460p, especially without Optimus and with Linux?
I can't decide betweeen the Thinkpad 460S and Lenovo X1 Carbon. What do you guys think?
Or should I just go for the ASUS UX305
>>55427906
hey all-knowing xsauc
perhaps you happen to have some knowledge on this?
>>55346380
>are keyboards on IBM 1U 17-inch and 19-inch Flat Panel Console Kits
>https://lenovopress.com/tips0731?cm_mc_uid=05155190685314673248886&cm_mc_sid_50200000=1467324888
>any different than the "ordinary" IBM UltraNav USB Keyboards? I see they have different part numbers.
>and are the actual keyboard modules of either of those swappable with keyboards of any Thinkpad model?
>layout-wise, they look pretty identical to T40|41|42 keyboards to me.
>this article
>http://www.ibmfiles.com/pages/sk88xx.htm
>however says the hardware is different.
and another thing, are x300 and x301 displays and bodies identical and interchangeable?
>>55425726
>also works on HP pavilion laptops and Gigabyte boards
So it's not a Lenovo only problem. It is Intel's fault.
(AMD when?)
crucial bx or intel 535 ssd both 240GB, or some other msata one
>>55428529
N-no one?
>>55428529
Since this a ThinkPad(and also Latitude and Elitebook) thread most people will suggest ThinkPads. I'd choose the T460s with:
>Win7 Pro
>1440p IPS display
>i7-6500U (to take advantage of the 25W of TDP)
>8GB RAM
>3yr Onsite warranty(optional)
Bought a 15" T42 to go along with my 14" T42
issue is the cmos battery is long fucking dead, it boots to bios but the date is still December 12th, 2004 according to this machine, and it wont accept my linux mint usb
can i just drop my other t42's hard drive in there and use that or would i still get the system date issue
i dont have flat faced phillps head screwdrivers in order to get these screws out of this machine, i dont think it has ever been taken apart in its life, because the screws just dont wanna move
other than that, whoever bought it did some serious upgrades, 2.1ghz pentium m, 2gb of ram, 160gb hdd, it even has the 128mb gpu motherboard in it
here it is next to my other t42
What is a good website to buy ThinkPad parts other than eBay, CraigsList, and Amazon?
I am looking for a part and none of those sites have it.
>>55427906
Do you have an X201s motherboard I can buy off you?
>>55429721
Nice grab Anon.
The guns are not mine.
The next gun I buy will be an SKS with a wooden stock.
>>55429776
aliexpress
I bought my screen, HD+ cable, keyboard, battery and hdd caddy from there.
what do you guys think of the new thinkpad 13 series? Considering buying for school
Just got my T430 in the mail. Best meme I have ever bought into. Thanks /tpg/
I have an E550 is there any way to connect a firewire device? Like could I install one or use an expresscard or something?
>>55429913
Is that you Jason Bourne?
>>55429721
>cmos battery is long fucking dead
>can i just drop my other t42's hard drive in there and use that or would i still get the system date issue
Yes you'd still get the date issue. You need a new cmos battery.
Guys thoughts on thinkpad 13? meme or real thinkpad?
Hey guys, I have a T410, is there a reputable brand of replacement power adapters that you would recommend? My old one shat itself and I'd rather not get one of those do-it-all universal chargers.
My T420's charger is making a hissing, gurgling sound that I can only hear if I hold it directly next to my ear. Worth checking the caps, even if I can't solder?
>>55430793
Lenovo.
>>55430793
You could try Lenovo. They made power adapters compatible with T410 from 2006 to 2012 so there is quite large supply of them on ebay for as low as $5.
which lappy do you recommend for college?
>>55424260
I'd like to hear some more first hand experiences about Helix 2 too.
>>55430622
>>55430311
Looks like a nice ultrabook in the pictures but hard to say without actually trying it out. Lets see how many stand the test of time and reach the refurbished market in 3 years.
/tpg/ might not be the best resource to ask about the new models since most of the posts and responses seem to revolve around great value refurbished models or antique hobby models.
Not that discussion about new models isn't welcome but not many seem to have them.
Which one and why?
>>55427973
T60 with 1600x1200 flexview
>>55429913
>not buying a Mosin Nagant
>the thinkpad of rifles
My X200 just shut off without any warning and won't turn on anymore. It doesn't show any signs either (no lights, nothing happens when plugging into AC). Did the motherboard just fucking fry by itself?
>>55431640
attempt powerbutton trick
>>55431640
does it beep. I think you fried your mobo
Anyone use an EGPU with their thinkpad? What parts did you buy to make it work? I don't know what to look for.
>>55431712
a card, psu and gearbest.com/laptop-accessories/pp_229102.html
>>55422319
You can stick a bigger SSD and more RAM in the Eee but don't go expecting miracles from the first-gen Atom. A Linux distro of your choice is the only reasonable decision as far as software goes. On mine before the mobo died, I'd use Linux Mint with MATE and it did well for web browsing, standard definition video and old games (2000 and prior). Be careful with that keyboard, I'd bet any money that it'll be the first thing to go.
>>55424914
Seems to be more then just lenovo.
Protip get a x200-t400-t500 with libreboot.
>>55430622
The ThinkPad 13 is user-serviceable; the ThinkPads X240, X250, and X260 are not.
if anything, the X240, X250, and X260 are the imposters
>>55431386
Bro, thats the one gun I do own; a 1941 91/30. I said my *next* gun will be an SKS.
>>55430230
So I dont have to worry about getting robbed on aliexpress?
>>55431937
Aliexpress is like a Chinese eBay and legit so you aren't buying to mr. wong directly, they also side with the buyer like eBay so if you have issues they're going to refund you.
/csg/ buys things mainly from Ali.
Is the t520 any good lads
>>55428112
>>55428477
Going to order this tomorrow. Any last-minute things I need to know?
>>55421179
can you do alienware screen switch on newer X series models?
>>55432099
Yes. Its 1080p screen is miles ahead of t420's
I've been looking for the x220 and have found an available t430 for $180 used
Should I prioritize better performance at lower cost over the portability I want? Using it in college
I still like my dell latitude e6410. The thinkpads have really cheap plastic and horrible screens.
The amount of thinkpads that I own is a lot higher than the amount of latitudes that I own, yet I like the latitudes more.
![X220_a[1].png](https://i.imgur.com/45D6sZl.jpg "X220_a[1].png")
>>55432209
The T430 really isn't much bigger to me. Depends on whether you think this would be a big difference
>>55432255
>I still like my dell latitude e6410. The thinkpads have really cheap plastic and horrible screens.
>e6410 also has TN panel so is no better
wew lad
>>55432255
Can you recommend a small screen size Latitude, preferably 12.5" or smaller. Budget about $250USD. Resolution 1440x900 or greater.
What software methods do you use to keep your librebooted X60 cool?
Mine has thermal paste changed, but it still gets around 75C while having one tab open.
>>55432409
Not all TN panels are equal. Consider viewing angles.
>>55432558
They also forgot to mention there are IPS versions as well
>>55432447
X60 and X61 get hot no matter what you do. Look into getting an X200.
>>55432441
If you are the one with the x220 it would be kind of a downgrade performance wise but they do have a Dell Latitude E4310 but it has a first gen i5 but they stay under $100 normally
>>55432447
Consider switching the wireless card. I can't remember which one I got for the one in my collection but switching it reduced the palm rest heat dramatically. Or you could just go for a usb adapter.
>>55427411
hey anons I'm pretty confident but you may own one and know wether getting it or not
>>55428112
Wtf it's at least 1400€ here in france
>>55432447
Look into PHC and undervolt it. Made a massive difference in my T60, T60p, and T601F.
>>55432447
Why not use pic related?
>>55432810
Nah, I have an X200s. Its 1440x900, 1.8GHz Core2 Duo
>>55427411
>have to disassemble entire laptop to change RAM, disk, or fucking battery
seems kinda shit to me
>>55433492
Yeah the latitude I mentioned would be great for you then.Just spend $70 or so bucks for the machines and $40 an SSD and you will be good to go.
>>55433472
There's a GUI frontend for TPFC?
>>55433580
>Dell Latitude E4310
Sorry forgot they had some bids on ebay almost ending at the $70 but buy it now is between $90 to $140
Guys my X220 came in and it looks adorable. what OS should I put on it?
>>55430322
pls respond :^(
>t420
>still stuck with this screen
Guys, why do you use docking stations when you could just use Windows 10 Pro remote desktop feature?
Are the sub $30 batteries in ebay any good? Will it die in 6months? Its for a x220
>>55434557
Windows 10 enterprise, embrace the botnet
>>55434557
win95 for online banking
Jesus tittyfucking christ
three hours in
Work already
>>55423708
>single channel 8gb
>>55421179
What's a good thinkpad for college and doing lots of programming?
>>55434999
That's actually pretty good, he's half way to 16 with that big ass stick.
>>55435003
T430
OK senpai I'm meeting a guy from Craigslist in 12 hours for a t430, what all do I need to verify on the device before exchanging shekels?
>>55435133
How many shekels are you paying him?
Also, just run "dxdiag" to see the specs
>>55434750
>using Windows
absolutely fucking disgusing
>>55434992
enjoy your shit pad that takes 3-4 hours to take apart and put back together for basic repair. = D
>>55435147
He's at $180 but I'm going to offer lower
It's the lower res, i5, 6 cell battery
>>55435179
$180 ain't bad...
I paid $215 for my T430, but it was 1600x900 res, 8 GB RAM, 180 GB SSD model
>>55435133
> Find nigger
> Offer nigger $20 for trunk monkey service.
> Once guy with the laptop meets you for the laptop pretend to give him money and open your trunk.
> Nigger beats up Laptop seller guy
> Nigger goes to prison and you just got the laptop for $20 =)
>>55435200
Yes I'll be pleased even if I can't go lower
The listing said $200 and he lowered it without me even asking lol
>>55435219
>Implying the nigger wouldn't just skip right to killing your nerdy white ass and taking the money on you.
Think, guys.
About to score a used x220 for 150AUD (roughly 110 burgerbux)
Great condition but the WiFi card isn't working, how easy is that to replace? Is it still a he'll of a bargain?
>>55435174
Takes extremely little time to take it apart.
Most repairs and replacements that I can see have a disassembly time of ~10-20 minutes. The problem is that the multitouch panel I ordered is not working, and it continually refuses to work, despite me reseating the cable about eighty fucking times.
>>55435280
Piss easy, great deal. Pick up an IPS panel as well if it hasn't already got one. The TN panel in the X220 is total dogshit.
>>55435290
open a paypal claim. You could send them a picture of your penis and they still would put the claim in your favor.
Found a T440s for $200. However, touchpad is apparently finicky. Replacements on these pretty easy?
>>55435329
Yes.
>>55435322
The unfortunate part here is that it _did_ work at one point for one test, and then I put the bastard together again and it has not worked since. I think I have fucked it up somehow, and that sucks.
The lack of documentation on the panel is weird, though.
>>55434992
i have the x220 non tablet version
dropped on the floor from bed broken bottom case at air vent
buy new bottom cover on ebay took me 30 min to replace + change thermal paste
i say worth
>>55435344
I've sent sellers back completely opposite parts from the ones that I have bought and still have won cases. If it was listed as working you will most likely win if it has been within 1-30 days
>>55435367
People like you are the reason I no longer sell anything on eBay. A shame, considering my mountain of ThinkPad parts.
>>55435367
It is literally only $40--one of the boards has a slightly-broken-but-should-not-matter ribbon connector terminal, and that is not the board that got sent to me on the package, so there is no reason to send anything back when the part that might be the problem (though I cannot see how it is, since it was not working before then) is not included in the bundle there.
>>55435380
Sell them on aliexpress = D
>>55421179
I just bought a t420. I used speccy on a brand new install of windows 7 I did myself. It says the cpu is idling at 60c and the gpu is idling at 45c. This seems high to me..
Should I replace the thermal compound or should I leave it be?
>>55435480
i tried thermal
didnt change much
sorry to say it is the way that it suppose to be
>>55435367
Well, I seem to have fucked up my booting.
>Dual-booted Ubuntu and Windows on this laptop [Ideapad y580] years ago, been running fine, boot broke maybe once, ran boot-repair and all was good.
>Boot broke again recently
>Ubuntu wouldn't load, only Windows
>Run boot-repair again, figuring grub needs to be fixed
>attempt to boot Ubuntu [14.04]
>"security policy prevents booting Ubuntu"
>Odd
>Check bios
>Secure boot has re-enabled
>Disable it
>Looks like setting it doesn't cause it to take effect, need to reset to setup mode or something
>Here's where I mess things up
>Figure that first I'll try switching from UEFI boot to legacy boot
>Ubuntu first on boot order
>attempt to boot
>gets caught in cycle of boots->ubuntu fails to load because of secure boot->reboot, repeat.
Keeps trying to load Ubuntu and secure boot keeps blocking it. Restarts immediately each time. Can't access bios anymore.
Currently looking for way to access bios again.
Thank goodness this Ubuntu LiveUSB [16.04] boots, and apparently takes priority. So I have some level of in. Re-run boot-repair from here? Find way to get to bios?
>>55436089
Have you tried removing the drive you have Ubuntu and Windows dual booted on?
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>>55436144
that's not where the clit goes
>>55436144
Cute
>>55436179
That's my plan if I don't come up with something better in an hour or so.
>>55435349
motherfucker, that happened to me and I was wondering if it was possible to get a new bottom cover. Could you please link the part?
>>55436216
Is she the W701ds? Needs to be more THICCCCCC tbqhwy family
>>55431712
>>55431749
I recently got [Expresscard Version] V8.0 EXP GDC Beast Laptop External Independent Video Card Dock. The version in the gearbest link is V7 although I'm not sure what is the difference.
I'm using a power brick (12V 5A) and a GTX 750Ti with it. I cannot currently run the eGPU at full load or it will max out the brick and crash. Still waiting for a replacement (12V 10A). PCIe standard allows drawing 75W from the full size slot and GPUs may peak over that.
>>55431937
So far I've had no problems with AliExpress. The delivery might take some time but they are up front about that and very transparent about the status of your order. So far I've noticed no Chinese cost savings trickery either.
>>55432209
The biggest difference is much better iGPU (and possibly display resolution). If you feel limited by the graphics you could consider the T430.
>>55434750
>not using ThinkPad as the desktop
>>55436089
>>55436179
I feel stupid, but apparently there's a physical button on lenovo laptops (at least ideapads and some other consumer-brand ones) for recovery that, among other things, lets you boot straight to bios settings.
So Windows is back, but even though it says secure boot is now disabled, Ubuntu still shows up as "cannot boot due to security policy."
I might just make sure secure boot is "disabled" and re-run boot-repair.
>>5543559
I have heard of people claiming that they got a 10 degree idle difference from
changing compounds. Are you sure you did not fuck up?
>>55431883
This is bollocks. They all have the same shitty clipped in bottom. They are all user-servicable, but not easily - you've got to very careful not to break a clip removing the bottom. The 13, only has an m.2 ssd port for a hard drive, whereas the X* have 2.5" hard drive caddies. The 13 is basically a Edge series tier, and therefore pretty shit. Also, it doesn't have the spill resistant keyboard.
So after a couple months of flickering my T60 backlight finally went out. How difficult is it to replace?
>>55432992
10% off here in Holland on T460p's that are more than 1300 euro. You can actually configure it in such a way that you have better hardware for less money if you exceed the 1300.
>>55429913
Tyrone, stop stealing company laptops
>>55435367
lol that's fucking horrible
>>55431368
fuck off
I'm about to order either a t460 or t460p, only concerned about the heating on the t460p from what I read around.
Some reviews state about 45C on some parts of the chassis that seems quite a lot, anyone has it can confirm/deny?
>finally fall for the 16GB meme
>realise that there is Linux disk cache
>excess memory is used to make I/O faster but is still available for program use if neededtotal used free shared buff/cache available
Mem: 15G 6,0G 285M 720M 9,2G 8,3G
Swap: 12G 4,3M 12G
Everything went better than expected. I will recommend 16GB from now on.
Are Elitebook and Thinkpad clit mouse domes interchangeable?
>That face when you get an email saying your new RAM has been delivered
>That face when you check the mail and nothing is there
>That face when some lazy delivery driver cucked you
>>55421511
>autism keyboard
>autism computer
>autistic person
makes sense
>>55425853
whenever you get it if you could post about how loud it is that'd be much appreciated.
I really want to get a laptop cooler for my laptop, but all the one's I've seen in the past have been really loud or blow like no air at all.
>>55435480
Try change thermal paste and add some copper shims to the heatsink pipes
Is the T420s good?
>>55438666
It has the CPU soldered to the motherboard, so no replacing that.
Nice trips by the way.
>>55425356
where the fuck did you find a x230 for 145 yuros? You're lying.
>>55438696
How are the intel graphics? What kind of games would I be able to run at playable framerates? In linux btw
>>55438751
>Linux
>gaymen
I heard that Depression Quest runs fine in Linux.
>have used T400 with shit TN panel for 8 year running GNU of course
>grew accustomed to the contrast
>finally have enough money to easily afford a T450s with an IPS panel
>would feel like a total idiot who can't use resources efficiently
>would feel like an asshole towards environment to replace functioning hardware
>>55438771
You can always repurpose old hardware.
Enjoying my ThinkPad so much I've stopped using my desktop recently and started using just my Thinkpad with my Ultrawide monitor and have a pseudo triple display setup for coding. On the go I use my tablet as a second display. Loving the TrackPoint more than anything.
>>55438802
That's a nice machine, shame you're ruining it with that operating system.
>>55438797
Fair point.
The old T400 could manage my home security system. Battery = built-in UPS.
>>55438835
See? You did resolve two problems thanks to /g/!
>>55438828
I dualboot but with Windows having Ubuntu now I see no point. I don't care for /g/ memes, I care about productivity.
>>55438763
There are a lot of good games that run on linux
>>55438751
HD Graphics 4000 (xx30, Ivy Bridge) and newer
>indie games
>CS: GO on low settings
Be aware that Linux ports of games are often slower than the Windows counterparts due DirectX -> OpenGL translation middleware often used.
Source engine games generally have similar performance as on Windows as Source has high quality native OpenGL support.
>>55439009
How about something like shadowrun
>>55439009
wait its the HD Graphics 3000
>>55439025
>>55439068
xx20 series has Sandy Bridge architecture and HD Graphics 3000
xx30 series has Ivy Bridge architecture and HD Graphics 4000
Sadly HD Graphics 3000 is much slower than its successor as at that time Intel was just starting to seriously boost their graphics performance.
I haven't tried Shadowrun but the requirements seem lower or equal to CS: GO.
WHY?
>>55439726
it's cheaper
>>55439726
If you want a professional aspect ratio there's no way around Apple or the Chromebook Pixel.
>>55439797
>>55439751
fucking memepads
>>55431368
this
comfy
>>55439340
I actually find the HD 3000 surprisingly capable. I may be a bit biased coming from a GMA 965 though.
>>55438802
sorry for the ignorance, which model is that?
Great my T61 just died one day just randomly stopped charging tried another charger and still no dice I bet if it was a T4* it would have been working
>>55440108
I agree you're super comfy
>>55440385
If you used it regularly, 10+ years is a pretty good service life mang. You can always pick up another motherboard on eBay for a pittance.
>>55431305
Definitely go for the dock.
>Nice and comfy place to put your precious thinkpad in
>loads your thinkpad
>looks amazing docked
>no plugging cables in and out
>>55438859
A sane person on /g/. Beautiful.
>>55440488
No I bought it half a year ago for like 80 euros but I liked the machine
>>55440517
Ah, well somebody probably used it for that long.
>>55440532
It was an ex-corporate machine
>>55440545
There you have it. I'd link you to some eBay mainboards, but I'm not sure what country you're in.
>>55440561
Already checked but shipping is high (Israel) so I might just buy a newer model like X201, X200
>>55440573
Those are both quality choices. LibreBoot also supports the X200 if you're into that.
>>55439726
Literally buy a T410, this board needlessly shills the shittier T420
>>55440607
Really the only leg up it has over the T410 is the better GPU. At least the X220 has the IPS option and USB3 (on the i7 model).
Does anyone have a calibrated icc color profile for X60?
I have the chance of buying a T420 with an i5(don't know which) for $70, although it has:
>a broken screen
>no HDD and HDD lid(?)
>no RAM
>no battery
Would you say it's worth it? How hard is it to replace the screen?
>>55440758
>Would you say it's worth it?
Nope
>>55440758
Easy, 6 screws total. Sounds like a good deal, see if you can talk them down a bit on the price.
>long time since I ordered something pricey online
>place order on lenovo shop
>pay with bank transfer after I get my order number
>didn't actually register an account on the site
>can't check order tracking without username or password
Welp, now I'm worried.
>>55440826
Contact CS.
>>55440776
>>55440777
>Trips tells the truth I hope.
It's via an auction site, so talking down the price would probably not be so easy. It's not to bad though if I compare it with other non-broken ones here in Sweden tough.
>>55440863
Factor in the cost of all the missing / broken hardware unless you have that stuff lying around it's not a good deal
Is there a site that has a side by side comparison of the different versions of a specific model?
It would also be nice if I could filter by screen resolution, CPU model etc.
>>55440911
>>55440863
RAM: 16GB ~$50
Screen: ~$60-70
HDD: 160GB mSATA SSD ~$50
>>55440826
Chinks stole your moneys m8.
>>55440911
>>55440992
The cheapest non broken T420 in Sweden is at $350.
Doubt I will need 16GB, so about $30 for 8GB maybe?
Screen seems to be around $50 and for that you could get a 1600 x 900 one (saw that you would need som extra cable with it though, and don't know what that would cost).
HDD would be something like $50, but I would need one of those anyway.
So the total, if my estimates are right would be around $200 + battery and it would give me a better one than the $350 ones.
Is the $20 dollar batteries shit?
Either way I have to do some more research I feel.
