T420s/T430s FHD/WQHD upgrade kits pre-order (opening May 2017)

[ji2o0k]

^ I can't click on your pic and see what the "tints" are...

You can't use the old panel with the upgrade kit - different connectors - which is why you needed the mod kit in the first place to use with the eDP AUO panel.

I would suggest you try and reseat the cable to the mod kit - and make sure you are using the sticker\thermal pad under the keyboard...


I am going to say it is probably a low probability that it is the mod kit itself - either the cable isn't seated properly or the screen (I am guessing the screen)....

[hoichi]

Thanks a lot! I’ll try reseating the cables. Maybe I’ll try two thermal pads as well, because I’ve applied only one, and I’m not even that sure it’s in the correct place.
I’ll write back when I try, but it might take a few days.

[peca89]

Any news on non-s kits?

[jcitme]

What's the status on WQHD kits? It's mid june now...

[timsydney]

Hi,

Initial testing of my board went fine with the screen functioning as expected. I detached the screen (after powering off) to remove the tabs and while removing them with a rotary cutting tool I put too much force on one and heard a crack. Now after reinstalling the screen is black.

I thought it could be the LCD so I ordered a new one but that also is black.

The original screen powers up fine without the board.

Are there any diagnostics I can do in case there's a blown component?

Tim

[ji2o0k]

^ hey man, can I ask why are you using a rotary tool for this mod?

You shouldn't need that (not sure what tabs are you referring to).

The mod kit and IPS screen all fit snug as a bug in a rug without tools needed.

I have done both a T430s and T420s - no tabs that needed tools to rotary off..

Unless you are referring to the T420/T430?

[timsydney]

I'm upgrading an X1 carbon

[timsydney]

Turns out I'd blown a fuse on my mainboard, went against conventional wisdom and bridged it with solder. Seems to be holding up.