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by sapibobo
Tue Apr 30, 2024 12:37 am
Forum: ThinkPad X1 / X1-Carbon / X1-Extreme and later Series
Topic: X1 Carbon Gen 11
Replies: 4
Views: 8468

Re: X1 Carbon Gen 11

As a user of X1C with OLED myself, the screen is matte. However i chose the middle processor i7 1355U instead the higher one, worry that the thin chassis cannot handle the heat. So far no issues with the heat, i only notice only bottom left side near the screen (where the charger is plugged in) is a...
by sapibobo
Fri Feb 08, 2013 10:30 pm
Forum: ThinkPad T430-T495 / T530-T590 Series
Topic: T430, T430s or X230
Replies: 7
Views: 12500

Re: T430, T430s or X230

In my opinion, 900 vertical resolution (HD+ 1600X900) is the minimum you should get in any laptop these days. Especially if you intended to use the laptop for working. Below that you have to use many scrolling up and down when viewing documents, spreadsheets etc. If you want to use your laptop mainl...
by sapibobo
Sun Apr 10, 2011 8:38 am
Forum: ThinkPad T400/T410/T420 and T500/T510/T520 Series
Topic: T410i : Long BIOS restart.. how do I reflash my BIOS??
Replies: 0
Views: 988

T410i : Long BIOS restart.. how do I reflash my BIOS??

Dear all, mine is 2518-GNA with Intel Corei5-430M. I just have a weird long windows shutdown problem. It started when i upgraded my memory to PC13333. Later it creates random blue screen. I decided to go back to PC8500 and everything seems fine. I am not sure since exactly when, but now my system to...
by sapibobo
Sun Mar 06, 2011 10:13 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: Gobi 2000 on thinkpad
Replies: 2
Views: 2259

Re: Gobi 2000 on thinkpad

I acquired Gobi 2000 and it was a bare card without any branding (whether HP, Lenovo or whatever) on it from ebay and it works flawlessly on the T410i. Gobi includes GPS and A_GPS built in, and that is also work flawlessly as long as you are in the vehicle or in the outdoor area. It is difficult and...
by sapibobo
Sat Jan 08, 2011 1:20 pm
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: Possible to upgrade T410i to i5 processor?
Replies: 8
Views: 6026

Re: Possible to upgrade T410i to i5 processor?

I am using a T410i with Core i5 430-M. HWinfo32 says that it has Turbo Boost features. Assuming using the same board, i think T410i is upgradeable to i5 though. Chipset is QM57.
by sapibobo
Fri Jan 07, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: ThinkPad T400/T410/T420 and T500/T510/T520 Series
Topic: T410i build quality
Replies: 4
Views: 4624

Re: T410i build quality

I am aware of the screen issues of Thinkpad. As previous Z61 and R400 user, the worst is R400. But i learn that it is better to choose highest resolution screen available for every screen size, because Thinkpad is not known for their screen quality. Lower screen resolution just make it worse. As far...
by sapibobo
Tue Jan 04, 2011 5:42 pm
Forum: ThinkPad T400/T410/T420 and T500/T510/T520 Series
Topic: T410i build quality
Replies: 4
Views: 4624

Re: T410i build quality

I have been using this 'i' for about 4 months and there is no difference with regular T410. It physically the same with its big brother. The difference is only in lack of smart card reader and lower processor.
by sapibobo
Sat Dec 18, 2010 10:03 pm
Forum: ThinkPad T400/T410/T420 and T500/T510/T520 Series
Topic: T410 - Lcd can display black color, display green
Replies: 4
Views: 3016

Re: T410 - Lcd can display black color, display green

Monck wrote: ......When i turn it on i saw Green LCD screen.....
Do you have any picture? I was curious....
by sapibobo
Thu Dec 02, 2010 1:12 pm
Forum: ThinkPad Edge / E-series
Topic: Is the Edge 13 WWAN ready?
Replies: 2
Views: 4129

Re: Is the Edge 13 WWAN ready?

I am using AMD model, 0197-39A, and yes this is WWAN upgradeable. One way to find out is just look into the SIM card slot under the battery, if exist then it is upgradeable.

I open it once to upgrade memory, and yes, there is one empty slot for mini PIC-e card.
by sapibobo
Mon Sep 13, 2010 9:39 pm
Forum: ThinkPad R400/R500 Series
Topic: What will happen to the R series?
Replies: 24
Views: 18620

Re: What will happen to the R series?

..... Bottom line, the T400s/T410s are the only true T series machines, the rest are R series with T series stickers and rubberized covers masqueraded to sell at higher prices for corporate buyers that have bought "top of the line" ThinkPads since the 90s. It's a possibility anyway! As a T410 owner...
by sapibobo
Mon Sep 13, 2010 9:18 pm
Forum: ThinkPad R400/R500 Series
Topic: Buying a ThinkPad Rx00 Soon, Opinions Please
Replies: 6
Views: 7174

Re: Buying a ThinkPad Rx00 Soon, Opinions Please

R400 have smaller differences than T400. Google it you will find many website comparing between the two.

As a previous R400 long time user, this machine have served me well. Build quality is solid with thinkpad characteristic weakness : some flex near the ultra bay if you press it hard.
by sapibobo
Mon Sep 13, 2010 3:17 am
Forum: ThinkPad T400/T410/T420 and T500/T510/T520 Series
Topic: Sierra Wireless Mini PCIe for T410
Replies: 0
Views: 1069

Sierra Wireless Mini PCIe for T410

Dear all, sorry if this have been asked before, but i was wondering can Sierra Wireless MC8775 HSDPA for ThinkPad (FRU 42T0931) be installed on T410 system? Can it be installed manually (without going to Lenovo SC)? Mine is 2518-GNA, and according to Lenovo site, it is WWAN upgradeable. http://www-3...
by sapibobo
Mon Aug 03, 2009 8:52 pm
Forum: ThinkPad R400/R500 Series
Topic: R400 WWAN Upgradeable?
Replies: 2
Views: 4455

R400 WWAN Upgradeable?

Dear all,

my company just acquired R400 for most of the staff here. Prodcut type is 7443-TGA. On specs at lenovo.com says it has WWAN upgradeable.

Can we buy some WWAN module and install it on the laptop? Or it have to be done by service center?

Thanks
by sapibobo
Sat May 23, 2009 11:39 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: Multitouch for Thinkpad?
Replies: 1
Views: 1414

Multitouch for Thinkpad?

Dear all, just want to know whether Thinkpad already support for multitouch feature for its touchpad? Well, i know most of the user still use trackpoint (i do too) but just curious whether this feature is available with the current line or not. Another question, is there any software that can be use...
by sapibobo
Sat May 23, 2009 6:23 am
Forum: ThinkPad R400/R500 Series
Topic: Original Theme and Wallpaper for R400
Replies: 4
Views: 8085

Re: Original Theme and Wallpaper for R400

Thank you for posting the file. :)
by sapibobo
Sun May 17, 2009 4:38 am
Forum: ThinkPad R400/R500 Series
Topic: Original Theme and Wallpaper for R400
Replies: 4
Views: 8085

Original Theme and Wallpaper for R400

Dear all,

is anyone know where to get original Think Vantage Windows Vista theme and wallpaper?

Thanks
by sapibobo
Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:12 pm
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: It is safe to switch memory from Z61 to R400?
Replies: 4
Views: 2038

It is safe to switch memory from Z61 to R400?

Dear all

Currently i have Z61 9451-A21 (T2500 2GHz) with 2 X 1 GB RAM. I am planning to take out 1 GB and put it to R400 7443-TGA (P8400 2.26Ghz).
Since i am not quite familiar with detail specs, can i put the 1 GB RAM from that Z61 to R400?

Any help will be very appreciated. Thanks
by sapibobo
Fri Sep 05, 2008 3:01 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: ThinkPad R61i screen quality
Replies: 1
Views: 1316

It is a well known discussion about this screen issues. Basically there are two different manufacturer : LG Phillips and Samsung. LG Phillips known for better quality than the other, at least that is what i know in several threads (please use search function). You just have to search for your screen...
by sapibobo
Thu Jun 21, 2007 1:50 pm
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Accidental damage protection is worthless
Replies: 21
Views: 6879

Thanks billp117. sapibobo, here's the photo: http://picasaweb.google.com/hodaddy01/Z61/photo#5069822198521529218 Geez, i never thought it would be turn that bad.... In what way that fracture can be happened? If it is design flaw, it means that eventually all Z61m will have the same condition, havin...
by sapibobo
Wed Jun 20, 2007 10:18 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: LG-Philips Screen Only Able To Show 262k Colors!
Replies: 2
Views: 1599

Ahh, that is the thread that i need. Thanks!
by sapibobo
Tue Jun 19, 2007 4:07 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: anti virus and Thinkpads
Replies: 66
Views: 29981

I am using Norton Internet Security 2007 with Vista Business. To my surprise NIS 2007 does not become a resource hog at all. It works inobtrusively in the background. I am not experiencing any slowdowns or lock ups. This is a security suite all-in in one package : antivirus, firewall, anti spyware, ...
by sapibobo
Mon Jun 18, 2007 11:18 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: LG-Philips Screen Only Able To Show 262k Colors!
Replies: 2
Views: 1599

LG-Philips Screen Only Able To Show 262k Colors!

I really just dont know whether someone has brought up this issue before or not. I red an article about Apple customer rage about how their screen is not showing "millions of colors" as being advertised by Apple but instead only shows 262 thousand colors. The complete story can be found here: http:/...
by sapibobo
Sat Jun 16, 2007 10:38 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Z series gone from www.lenovo.com U.S. site.
Replies: 8
Views: 5411

I see no big deal on this. To me it is more like passing from R52 to R60. Or passing from t43 to t60. Z share many similar parts with its sibling T60 and R60 series. And some parts from older series. Z has its unique parts like webcam, titanium lid, etc which i am completely sure that Lenovo still s...
by sapibobo
Thu Jun 07, 2007 3:14 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: z61m WSXGA+ 1680x1050 Display
Replies: 9
Views: 5862

I am using Z61m with 1680X1050 for about 9 months. Installed with Vista Business, upgrade it from XP. Never have any problem with the small fonts. DPI works like charm, custom size 106 DPI work best for me. And Vista handling the various size of fonts and icons very well. Aero with high resolution c...
by sapibobo
Thu Jun 07, 2007 3:12 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: BIOS Update to Enable Intel Virtualization
Replies: 10
Views: 4949

BIOS Update to Enable Intel Virtualization

Lenovo have updated its Thinkpad BIOS program that can enable Intel Virtualization Technology in Intel based system. http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo&lndocid=MIGR-64409 That address is for ThinkPad Z61e, Z61m, Z61p, Z61t only. I believe other series is supporte...
by sapibobo
Sun May 27, 2007 11:50 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Accidental damage protection is worthless
Replies: 21
Views: 6879

Could you please post some pictures please?
by sapibobo
Mon May 21, 2007 12:53 pm
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Z61m - How the TrackPoint is supposed to work?
Replies: 4
Views: 2190

Another tip : you can choose which finger that fit best for you to move the trackpoint.

I found myself using middle finger is more comfortable and less strain than if i use index finger.
by sapibobo
Fri May 18, 2007 3:45 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Z61t and Intel GMA 950
Replies: 4
Views: 2457

GMA 950 will do well in Vista. Aero will run too. Just pump up your RAM to 1 GB minimum.
by sapibobo
Tue May 15, 2007 11:46 am
Forum: Thinkpad - General HARDWARE/SOFTWARE questions
Topic: Will this RAM work for my Z60m?
Replies: 4
Views: 2254

You dont need exact pair. Intel 945 chipset support Intel Flex Memory Technology that enable dual channel in different size pairs.
by sapibobo
Tue May 15, 2007 10:10 am
Forum: ThinkPad R, A, G and Z Series
Topic: Active Protection System
Replies: 5
Views: 2849

I cannot find a page that clearly states that Z series have APS support for 2nd drive. But as we know from the TaBook that Z series have Ultrabay Enhanced slot. From this page http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/think/thinkvantagetech/aps.html clearly states that APS is supported in Ultrabay Enhanced slot (Alt...

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