IBM ThinkPad Users' Group

[ceecookie]

Do you so happen to be going there? There are many Lenovo Thinkpad retailers in Hong Kong itself. You should be able to find some at the computer centre at Wan Chai.

If I am not wrong, the 6 cell battery for Thinkpad T61/R61/R400/T400 has 2 models. One with a higher capacity and one with a slightly lower capacity. Do becareful when you compare the prices.

Yes, i will be heading there next month. Because my thinkpad battery is degrading at a significant rate, i'll consider purchasing a new replacement battery in HK to save money.

For your reference here is the comparison i have made. The FRU part is the same so i think it's the same battery variant in mind.

Hong Kong
Singapore

 

[ahtea]

Yes, i will be heading there next month. Because my thinkpad battery is degrading at a significant rate, i'll consider purchasing a new replacement battery in HK to save money.

For your reference here is the comparison i have made. The FRU part is the same so i think it's the same battery variant in mind.

Hong Kong
Singapore

Also compare to your original one. I think the one which ship with your Thinkpad is 56.16Whr capcity.

Be careful when you get your battery. Make sure it is original and brand new.

 

[ryhn]

arh that would be nice. in return i can help you if you need to know anything regarding changing the antenna. would be good for business (though i think it might void the warranty haha)

too bad i already made the order otherwise i would have getting it from you and saved 15% of what i paid for mine.

but where can i look for you?

Post to u liao. Should arrive sometime next week

 

[westwest1]

Yes it does. You got to set Wifi performance to 'maximum power saving' if you want more battery life.

Of course you will not receive wifi signal further from your router...

Try before le. Only have extra few more mins of batt life

 

[sk37]

Hi,

Anyone of you still have the T42 recovery CD with you. I need it urgently... Pls pm me if you have one..... thanks alot!!!!

model: 2374BV1

 

[ryhn]

Hi,

Anyone of you still have the T42 recovery CD with you. I need it urgently... Pls pm me if you have one..... thanks alot!!!!

model: 2374BV1

PM you....

 

[westwest1]

Hi,

Anyone of you still have the T42 recovery CD with you. I need it urgently... Pls pm me if you have one..... thanks alot!!!!

model: 2374BV1

you should head to changi to get this disc, since its T42, you will have to pay the service charge to have it done over there. just be prepared to stay min 2hours to have it done.

 

[westwest1]

Does anyone know how to resolve the static noise issue from the audio output on the docking station???

 

[ryhn]

does the noise from displayport?

 

[westwest1]

does the noise from displayport?

I unable to test. My philips LCD have no speaker and no display port

 

[Munchies]

I am intending to get the X201, anyone can comment about the lcd display? Is it lacking in the colour department? Thanks

 

[gohkhm]

Hi Munchies,

Frankly speaking, the range of colours in the X series display pale in comparison to Apple displays. I was comparing my x200 to my wife's macbook and the difference is quite visible. Unless you want to go for the FHD Display (95% Gamut, 270nit) on the T510, W510 or W701, then I guess it would be better.

 

[westwest1]

I am intending to get the X201, anyone can comment about the lcd display? Is it lacking in the colour department? Thanks

Onl 40++% gamut range. Dun expect that much from lenovo. As mentioned. Get the FHD LCD.

 

[persentio]

Just joined the ThinkPad club!! Happy owner of X201

 

[v1hypersg]

where u buy from ?

can share what is your specifications ?

 

[Hummingbird0209]

Hi Munchies,

Frankly speaking, the range of colours in the X series display pale in comparison to Apple displays. I was comparing my x200 to my wife's macbook and the difference is quite visible. Unless you want to go for the FHD Display (95% Gamut, 270nit) on the T510, W510 or W701, then I guess it would be better.

the target user of X series is on the road warrior, where they would be pleased if the machine is light and powerful at the same time, but not for entertainment purpose...

T510, W510 and W710 are for professional graphic processes purpose... that's why they are featured with better FHD LCD screen. The target user wants high colour accuracy...

 

[Hummingbird0209]

Just joined the ThinkPad club!! Happy owner of X201

how is the battery life with the default power plan?

 

[ryhn]

how is the battery life with the default power plan?

less then 4hours.

 

[persentio]

where u buy from ?

can share what is your specifications ?

Bought from Poly roadshow offer.

Intel® Core™ i5-540M Processor
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
4 GB PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM
500GB 7200rpm HDD
12.1 " WXGA TFT 1280x800
Intel HD Graphics
6-cell lithium ion Battery
4 years NBD Onsite Warranty

how is the battery life with the default power plan?

less then 4hours.

Really that bad? I currently using the High Performance scheme BUT with a few personal tweaks and according to the Power Manager it can last for over 4 hours.. So Im guessing the default one which is power saving to my last knowledge should be able to last 5+ hours?

I haven't actually timed though.. So maybe Windows estimation not so zhun.

 

[ryhn]

I thought the default one is balance?

Anyways, wwan may consume more power then wifi which made it a bit shorter. From the beginning can last slightly more than 4, then after few months cannot leh.