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Hi --

I usually use my t61p (14") with the advanced mini dock, but occasionally lose power, most commonly due to accidentally kicking the cord. When the power cuts, the whole laptop freezes and I need to forcibly power off and reboot. Has anyone else experienced this, and does anyone know how to fix this issue?

you likely have an old BIOS.   this issue was fixed in version 2.10.

download location:
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site. ... MIGR-67988

info about the fix:
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site. ... MIGR-68451

you have to disable the legacy ports (serial and parallel) in the BIOS for this to be fixed.   if you need to use these ports then the only workaround is to purchase a UPS or be more careful not to disconnect the power cable.

thanks so much! will test this when i get home

no problem.   i had this issue with my former T61p so it was fresh in my memory.

works! thanks.