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T61 with PCMCIA/SmartCard to PCMCIA/ExpressCard possible?

Posted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 2:57 pm
by Syphon Filter
Hi there guys,

I have a quick question. I have a T61 which has a PCMCIA slot and SmartCard reader in it, is it possible to swap this bit out and install a PCMCIA and ExpressCard slot?

Any help appreciated.

Thanks,

Syphon

Posted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 3:15 pm
by andyP
I don't see why not. The FRU number for the PCMCIA/Express card module is 42X3827. To be doubly sure check yourself in the HMM for your T61.

Posted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 6:02 pm
by Syphon Filter
Cool, I guess I might call up Lenovo tomorrow and see how much these things cost!

Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2007 11:04 am
by Syphon Filter
wow! they're cheap!!

£3.20!!! Might pick one of these up.

I also asked about a WUXGA panel for my Z61m (to replace the WSXGA I have currently), alas that is £350 - booo! - Chances are I would need to replace the inverter etc too no?

Re: T61 with PCMCIA/SmartCard to PCMCIA/ExpressCard possible?

Posted: Sat Dec 11, 2010 8:21 am
by eyeland
Have to bring this one back to life..
How much disassembly is needed to swap from PCMICIA /smartcard to expresscard?
£3.20!!! Might pick one of these up.
For an original from Lenovo?!
or a fleebay noname? anyone got recommendations on a cheap working expresscardslot?