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r/thinkpad
Created Mar 25, 2009
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We have over a decade worth of updated information in our Wiki; some of the mass amount of information we have includesmodel information andbuying advice
The only tools you need for servicing a ThinkPad are a set of small screwdrivers and a nylon spudger (for taking the screen and keyboard bezels off), and possibly a pair of tweezers. A can of compressed air may be useful too, and a bottle of isopropyl alcohol and cotton buds are good for cleaning, but not on the screen. Never use acetone (nail polish remover).
When reinstalling Windows, try theLenovo disc images, as longer battery times have been reported, probably due to custom drivers. There is no crapware!
Don't know what to pay for a Thinkpad? Go tothe Thinkpad Blue Book
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r/thinkpad Rules
1 Follow reddiquette
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Follow reddiquette
2 Posts must be on topic
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Posts must be on topic
All posts must be related to IBM and Lenovo Think branded devices or their accessories. Posts on other Lenovo branded laptops, including Lenovo ThinkBooks, are NOT allowed.
3 No spam
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No spam
Content that is spam is not allowed. This also includes frequent reposting of already posted pictures or memes.
4 Posts must be English
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Posts must be English
r/thinkpad is an English-language subreddit. Posts must be in English, posts in languages other than English will be removed! Comments in other languages are tolerated.
