Thanks for providing all of that information. @panips might be right. If it was the RAM causing an issue, you would likeley get some angry beeping on startup. I see you've tested other processors on this motherboard, have you tested any of those processors on another motherboard? On a desktop comput...

Hi there! Did you manage to resolve this issue? In the same situation I would definitely try to apply power to the regular power supply socket. I would want to see what happens with an external display connected, at least one stick of RAM installed, and the HDD, any UltraBay devices and any PC Card ...

I've had similar issues with barrel plug connectors. Sometimes the socket looses grip of the plug itself which then falls out. This is a mechanical issue with the socket and would need to be replaced. Wedging something under the power cable to lift the plug inside the socket can help but this is an ...

Well done! Good old key smash.

I've had a crunchy keyboard after a sugary tea was spilled on it. Dried out, smashed the keys and all was well with the world.

Hello there,

I'd like to offer my help. Are you still experiencing this issue?

Could you describe what happens connected to Mains Power Supply and an external display with the Battery, Hard Disk Drive and any UltraSlim devices (Floppy, Optical, Battery etc.) removed.

Thank you.

Greetings and Salutations!

I must give great thanks to you for your effort in archiving this data.

I'm unable to send PMs yet so I'm posting here.

Would you be able to provide me with the Recovery Media for the IBM ThinkPad 570e running Windows 2000?

Thanks again.

Thank you very much for your helpful reply. I signed up with postimage, uploaded the photos and corrected the original post.
I did wonder why it wasn't loading for me. Thanks again for your help.

I was fortunate enough to be given this IBM ThinkPad 570e by my Mother-in-Law: https://i.postimg.cc/ZRnFMVfd/IBM-Think-Pad-570e-01.jpg She bought this computer back in 2000, when it was the best thing you could buy off the shelf. It came with the optional docking station including a DVD-ROM drive! I...