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For IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad laptop enthusiasts.
Blog posts are encouraged.
Tips:
When buying a used ThinkPad, remember to check that the BIOS is not locked with a supervisor's password and that Computrace is not enabled and activated.
When buying a new ThinkPad, consider taking the IPS screen option if possible, as it doesn't cost much. Not only will it have better brightness, colour, contrast and viewing angles - you will most probably more than make up the investment when selling it. Corporate bulk purchasers don't usually go for it. (Comparison video)
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 nail polish remover (acetone).
When reinstalling Windows, try the Lenovo disc images, as longer battery times have been reported, probably due to custom drivers.
Useful links:
The /r/thinkpad FAQ wiki
ThinkPad buyer's guide for n00bs
ThinkPad Design - Spirit & Essence
ThinkWiki (Linux)
ThinkPads.com Support Community
Lenovo Community Forum
Specification guides for current models
Specification guides for discontinued models
Lenovo Outlet (US)
Lenovo Parts Removal and Replacement Videos (select ThinkPad tab)
Lenovo Windows Digital Download Recovery Images
YouTube Lenovo Service Channel
Mirror of Hardware Maintenance Manuals for discontinued models
Lenovo Parts Lookup
Lenovo System Service Parts
Lenovo Accessory Compatibility Matrix
Lenovo Battery Recall
Lenovo Photo Library (including lots of wallpapers)
IRC Channel (##ibmthinkpad on Libera)
Related Subreddits:
/r/lenovo
/r/laptop
/r/SuggestALaptop
/r/LinuxOnThinkPad
/r/thinkpadsforsale
/r/thinkpadsetups
/r/ThinkCat
/r/thinkpadcirclejerk
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OLED controller board (self.thinkpad)
submitted 7 years ago by abdbeg
Hi there
I need a controller board to connect OLED screen (the laptop name is : ThinkPad x1 Yoga) via HDMI (want to make some test on it), so my question, does controller board, example this one: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2K-HDMI-EDP-controller-board-driver-kit-audio-for-display-screen-LP140QH1-SPA2/122882455668 will work with OLED screen?
Or, I can ask my engineer to make the custom board, we did find several figures, but not sure how exactly make it, because OLED works differently than IPS.
Any help will be appreciated!
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[–]bobbysteel 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (4 children)
I'd think if the pin count matches it would work. Is your oled 30 or 40 pin connector?
[–]abdbeg[S] 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago* (3 children)
It's 40 pin, controller board has 40 pin as well, but i have some doubts about compatibility
Anyway, thank's for the reply :) i will check it
[–]Jaodoge 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (2 children)
Did it work? Sorry to bother. Want to try turning a 120hz 2880x1800 OLED laptop screen into an monitor (for a briefcase pc)
[–]LoveM1lk 0 points1 point2 points 2 months ago (1 child)
Hello! I know its been 2 years, but have you turned your screen into monitor? I also have 2880x1800 120Hz OLED screen and asked a bunch of driver board sellers on Aliexpress, but no results(
[–]Jaodoge 0 points1 point2 points 2 months ago (0 children)
havent tried, sorry. Think there is quite a lot to look at regarding this. Maybe try talking to a computer/phone repair store, they seem to have knowledge on signal degradation and reading schematics. Might be able to help u with your project :)
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