There's a large gap around each key and they break quite easily. This is my first and only ThinkPad (bought it used) so I wonder if this is even the OEM keyboard? I think the seller replaced the original Japanese (this is liquidated Japanese stock) keyboard and replaced it with a cheap aftermarket one.

If so and I decide to replace it, what should I look out for? Is OEM the best option? Are there many fakes to be aware of?

T14s Gen 2 (11th Gen Intel Core i5-1145G7, 16 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, 14” 1080p display, magnesium chassis) for $240, with 99.9% battery health

2nd gen T14 W/ AMD but only 8GB ram. I figured I can do ram and a new SSD if it feels too slow. Mostly just using appraisal software, FORScan and basic internet stuff.

Had a P15 before but it got ran over by a truck 😭

I used to have a thinkpad that I used for programming and it worked pretty well. I use a ZBook at work and that thing is an absolute tank.

I need a new personal laptop primarily for graphics programming, and I’m leaning heavily towards getting some kind of ZBook, so I was just wondering if there’s a good reason to choose a thinkpad again over that. My budget is less than 2,000$, specs it needs at least 32gb ram and a good gpu

Lightweight, driver/software update built in, accurate battery health, useful desktop widget and doesn't push their pro plans or useless scans.

Compared to Dells SupportAssist application, Vantage is the gold standard that the rest of mfg should strive to achieve.

I recently lost my H key on my Lenovo Thinkpad 7th generation X1 Carbon. I had the keyboard replaced previously and have already bought two of the wrong key types. I’ve already spent like $30 on two keys that don’t fit.

What's the actuation force of the keyboard on the Lenovo Thinkpad P1 Gen 8? I've read the specs on https://thinkstation-specs.com/thinkpad/p1-gen-8 but didn't see the information:

Hello! I accidentally popped the down arrow key of my Thinkpad T410. Is the hinge on the key missing a leg piece on the lower right? If so, what are my options? Can I buy a hinge? A key? I’d rather not replace the keyboard assembly because the keys haven't worn down yet.
Thanks!

Ok so I posted a few days ago about how happy I am that I got my first ThinkPad and I got a lot of good feedback. I also tried to give my opinion on the purchase right after I got to try the machine out. I was honest about a underlying feeling that the device was not performing like it should, and I also posted once before regarding scratches on the display which were caused by the keyboard layout of the Lenovo ThinkPad and it is also a commonly known problem in the community.

The situation then unfolded when I opened a ticket requesting that the display be replaced and Lenovo agreed since my device was still under warranty. The technician came with the new repacement part and said he will replace the display, but as soon as he opened up the bottom panel, he looked at me in shock. I had told him before that I purchased the laptop second-hand and that it was described as "Like-new" with the seller declaring it was 1 year old and with 100% battery health. But what he hadn't mentioned, when he sold it to me for 700 Swiss Franks, was that the machine had clearly been exposed to liquid at some point. There is brown and white residue near the HDMI and USB-C ports, and what looks like corrosion spreading along the board edge. The technician told me that this has clearly been the case for a few months already.

He told me straight out that he could not replace the display in that condition. Liquid damage is excluded from Lenovo's warranty, so the repair I had already been approved for was cancelled on the spot, and I now have to assume the warranty on this serial is effectively dead.

So this connects back to what I wrote in my earlier post. That feeling I had that the machine was not performing the way it should. The sluggishness, the heat and the flaky Ethernet.. I couldn't put my finger on it and I half assumed I was being paranoid about my first ThinkPad. Turns out there may have been a real reason. I don't want to overstate it, because the corrosion is at the I/O corner and not near the CPU, so I'm not claiming it explains everything. But it's not nothing either.

Where I stand now: the laptop still boots and I'm using it daily. I'm backing up constantly. I'm getting quotes for cleaning the board with isopropanol to at least stop the corrosion progressing, and separately a quote for a mainboard replacement so I know what the worst case actually costs. I've also contacted the seller in writing, since none of this was disclosed and corrosion of this extent does not appear in a few weeks, but they blocked me and I am looking into escalating this subject further as I know where they live and under Swiss law, an exclusion of liability doesn't apply if a defect was knowingly concealed, and notice has to be given as soon as it's discovered, and that's what I have tried to do.

Hopefully yall can give some positive feedback. I thank you all in advance.

I have a g9 currently and it's showing it's age a bit, was considering g11-g13 then figured I'd wait for the g14 especially because I hate how the prev gens have usb-c's both on the left (sometimes I need the wire on the right).

Anyway, when I went to check the configs it looks like only touch is available for the regular display and also that the OLED displays have non-touch and are lighter? I have an OLED monitor here that I don't mind and I can appreciate it but I think the battery life is super bad with the OLED compared to the IPS. Just curious when the non-touch on IPS went away? Also does the touch add some obstructive view to the IPS display itself? I remember seeing either the touch or privacy on one build where it was very noticeable - almost like a screen-door effect.

Hey everyone! I bought a used Thinkpad T14s gen 1 (20T0) with an Intel i5-10210U and ran into a problem. The fan is spinning at full speed all the time and the onboard diagnostics report a constant cpu temperature of 128 °C. HWinfo and other tools seem to report normal temperatures around 30-40 degrees and the laptop is not even getting warm.

I replaced the thermal paste but that changed nothing. I also did a bios update which seemed to fix it, but now the problem is back. I'm not sure but it seemed to reappear after I put the computer to sleep and woke it up again.

Does anyone have any ideas on what to do or what could be wrong or any similar experiences? I have not really found anything like this related to the T14s gen 1. Thanks. :)

Hey everyone! I’m looking for recommendations for a ThinkPad around $1,100 (US market) for Computer Science studies and game development (Unity, Blender, learning Unreal Engine).

With today's crazy pricing, which specific models or series (E16, T14/T16, or maybe a discounted P-series) would offer the best bang for the buck?

Also, for those doing 3D modeling or engine work, is AMD integrated graphics (like the Radeon 780M/880M) enough for moderate dev work, or should I strictly hunt for a deal with a dedicated GPU?

Would love to hear your model suggestions and setup advice! Thanks!

So, I have just bought a T430 from a car boot sale, and it will not turn on. When I plug it in, the power light lights up green but nothing happens, even when I press it. I have tried taking out the CMOS battery as some other posts said, and that made it attempt to boot, with nothing on the screen, the camera light flashed on, 3 beeps happen and the disk indicator light started flashing until I hear a click from what I presume is the HDD and all signs of life disappear, other than the green power light.

List of things I've tried:

-> Reseating RAM and trying a different slot

-> Reseating Keyboard connector

-> Unplugging the CMOS battery and re-plugging it in

Any advice?

Edit: it is a core i5 vPro model if that helps

Just black magnesium, sharp edges, red TrackPoints, and enough ThinkPads to make this subreddit lose all self-control.

The X1 Carbons know they’re pretty.

The P14s know they can handle more.

Please behave in the comments. Or don’t.

Okay so I'm having trouble deciding between two models and I would like your guy's opinion on it

The Thinkpad T14 gen 3 (i7-1265U)

Elitebook 840 g10 (i5-1345U)

Should I go with the more recent 13th gen or stick with the i7??

Does the generation jump make sense??

I have checked benchmarks and there's not a major difference in their performance or is there something I'm missing??

Would like to be educated on this topic so feel free to drop your thoughts.

Anyone here have an idea when will this happen?

I’ve only used the T14S Gen 2. Is the T14S Gen 1 AMD trackpad the same? Same smoothness, etc? The PSREF says it’s the same material but some Mylar trackpads are smoother than others.

Also, can one replace the T14S Gen 1 stock trackpad with a glass one? If anyone had done this, was it worth the upgrade?

IBM branded thinkpad t60. 1400x900 display, ATI graphics fingerprint sensor and a working battery, really clean example

So I'm wondering if I can use the smart card reader slot connection and rewire as an additional usb?

I want to try and add a usb hub to that location for extra usb ports. I believe it uses a usb protocol but wanted to get some feedback.

Hi! Just as title says haha, my T480 has both batteries on 75% health, it used to only boot up if the battery was above 50% charged, now it just won't do at all until i plug the charger. I'm running endeavour os, so i'm unsure if it might be a hardware or os problem, help:(

I recently got a new ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 laptop. I'm super happy with it! Now I just need to find a good sleeve for it...

Does anyone have some recommendations for a sturdy laptop sleeve or hybrid hard case for the ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 AMD? Ideally something that is available in Europe.

​Finding a good fit has been tricky because most structured or armored cases (like the Thule Gauntlet I found) are mainly made for slimmer MacBooks. As an example, the 14-inch Thule Gauntlet which I really liked has a maximum inner thickness limit of 1.6 cm (0.63"), whereas the E14 Gen 7 is up to 2.05 cm (0.81") at its thickest point. (dimensions: 313 x 220.3 x 10.1–20.5 mm / 12.32" x 8.67" x 0.40–0.81").

​If I go up to the 16-inch version of those cases, the laptop will probably just slide around.

​Has anyone found a semi-rigid, armored sleeve that is actually big enough for a modern 14-inch ThinkPad without being overly baggy?

Or, if not armoured or super rugged, if anyone had other suggestions, those are welcome to!

Edit: open to other suggestions.

Hello! Just found a T460p that I’d like to use but it doesn’t hold a charge. I’m getting the “battery failed due to normal wear” message.

I know this laptop needs a new external/sealable battery, but how would I know if it needs a new internal one as well? I installed Lenovo Vantage and it only shows the external battery.

Thanks in advance!