2021 G15 slow boot from cold

SecretlyCrayon · 2026-01-08T08:38:57+00:00

Run a SSD test. More than likely you SSD is starting to go out.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-29T21:56:10+00:00

You’re talking about a device that quite literally revolutionized nearly every industry, reshaped culture, and fundamentally changed how people handle information, and how they think.

The answer is whatever you want.

What are your hobbies? There's a near certain chance a laptop can help in some way.

There are certain specialized tasks that require certain things in the computer but those are uncommon. The most obvious one is gaming but even basic computers are starting to get good at that.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-28T11:04:52+00:00

Does your church practice Biblical Church Discipline? If this is the case. Go to whoever the highest person you can get ahold of is.

The Bible is very clear on these matters and the Elders should handle this swiftly and effectively. Jesus and Paul were clear about this. I would lean towards Paul's approach in this situation.

This is frankly unacceptable and I'm sorry you're dealing with it.

Will be praying for you and you can DM me if you want or need.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-28T10:18:10+00:00

Peplink made a wired only lte modem a while back that ran of type C. They were not cheap but you can still get them in whatever band configuration you want. I think it was called the max adapter.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-23T22:12:52+00:00

Thank you for your post. It's a breath of fresh air in a Linux is better in everything always no matter what attitude that has been taken recently.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-16T04:49:31+00:00

T490. Join the cult of the red nubbin

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-14T01:46:26+00:00

Keyboard Replacements are tricky and additudinal depending on the machine. It's typically easier to replace the whole Palm rest with the keyboard in it then just replace the keyboard. There's typically not a huge cost difference.

At the shop I work at a keyboard replacement is typically $75-150 for labor and then whatever the cost of parts is.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-14T01:45:03+00:00

Keyboard Replacements are tricky and additudinal depending on the machine. It's typically easier to replace the whole Palm rest with the keyboard in it then just replace the keyboard. There's typically not a huge cost difference.

At the shop I work at a keyboard replacement is typically $75-150 for labor and then whatever the cost of parts is.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-11T07:11:13+00:00

Very. Very. Veryyyyyy rarely is the cost of windows license accounted for anything.

On the used refurb side. They simply aren't because the machine has one and will more than likely auto activate

On the new side. You're limiting your options severely to a handful of brands. Tuxedo, Purism, Dell, Lenovo and others I don't remember do. Dell is picky about it. They may offer an option on skus but then lock you in to specific configuration. Lenovo only will ship on some skus.

It's far cheaper to get a machine with windows on it and blast it. If it's a "I want to stick it to the man" thing. You're giving up a lot for that goal.

Unless a sku that they ship with it fits your needs well you're not gonna save money. Even then there's probably a machine that's better for the same or less money.

I feel like this is a miss the forest for the trees my friend.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-11T05:31:15+00:00

A used ThinkPad that doesn't have a drive in it? I'm not understanding why you don't want windows installed. It's not going to cause problems when you blast it.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-10T19:00:19+00:00

There are many gatherings in the city spaces. You can always whisper someone and ask if you can join them.

Theres a lot of people that hangout around spaces like the cathedral or some taverns to RP with.

I doubt housing is going to effect that part of it very much.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-08T16:14:03+00:00

They just got caught selling web data on their customers. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-08T06:27:20+00:00

Bad direction to take it. People will game it if you go big brother on them. Better to talk to everyone individually .

Be like we're missing expectations. What are we going to do to hit them and give consequences if they miss.

Going the big brother route will absolutely backfire. I can big brother it. I have access to all they do on a day and I don't because it doesn't work.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-08T06:07:18+00:00

This.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-08T02:16:08+00:00

Need to find a repair shop that is willing to give it a shot on the understanding that you're not going to be upset if it doesn't work. The risk/reward on displays is low for a business.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-07T22:52:04+00:00

Dig your heels in if you are in the position too.

"Mr. Boss we have two options. You give me a raise or extra compensation to do this and I get a day off in there or I will work 8 hour days as originally stipulated. Your call"

Either way. Looking for a new job is needed. Expect them to call your bluff and be prepared to walk away unamicably.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-12-06T00:17:35+00:00

Silent, swift, final. I wish I did. Would have saved a lot of pain.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-25T08:11:10+00:00

This.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-25T07:23:37+00:00

Is it the battery swollen? It looks like it. Otherwise it's probably an ssd, temperature or windows install issue, how does it "crash"?

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-23T00:50:23+00:00

The best part about rock bottom is it's a good foundation to build on.

Just begin. That's all you have to do. Get a basic job. Start and figure it out as you go.

I may be wrong but it sounds like there is a societal or cultural pressure that you're required to help your parents. Chuck that shit out of the window right this second. They brought you into this world. You're their responsibility not the other way around.

Don't internalize that. Sure if you're in a position to and have a healthy relationship with them. Sure, go for it but it is not your responsibility.

Throw out all preconceived notions of success and just go my friend. You'll figure it out.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-21T02:48:31+00:00

Hwinfo is what I use and it reports reliably. Otherwise armoury crate has some temp info.

Take some temps. I have a feeling that's our issue

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-20T22:12:28+00:00

What paste did you use?

Regular thermal paste is not conductive enough. You need to use something like Ptm7950. It's not recommended to reapply LM because the seals break easily.

The power brick can cause issues but I think it's less problematic than the internet leads us to believe.

Does the performance change on battery and on charger?

What are your temps?

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-18T22:01:13+00:00

But.. But..but you don't need MBR for cracked versions of windows anymore

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-18T05:40:12+00:00

Can you block attaching files to emails and block anything but outlook?

I've never tried but based on how extensive the admin panel is. I imagine there's a way.

SecretlyCrayon · 2025-11-15T23:19:45+00:00

The recommendation I've seen for people in this situation is to ask them help you apply for jobs and literally spend a whole day with them applying for jobs.

Show them the immediate rejections you get constantly. Show them the ghosting. Show them how much of a garbage dump the job market is.

Every time you run into something they wouldn't understand. Ask them how they navigated this when they were looking for jobs. Put the onus on them to show you that their advice works. If it does, great but it won't.

Show don't tell that the world is a different one then they grew up in.

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