IBM ThinkPad T21
I got this (and a parts machine) at the first VCF East Swap Meet that I attended. It was unfortunately beginning to develop the "blink of death" problem, caused by a failing power regulator IC. I managed to replace this IC (ADP3421) in around late 2023/early 2024 and it's still working great today!
| Release Year | 2000 |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Mobile Pentium III "Coppermine" @800MHz |
| RAM | 256MB? |
| Primary Storage | 40GB Fujitsu HDD |
| Display | 14.1" TN LCD @1024x768 |
| Graphics | S3 Savage IX8 (8MB VRAM) |
| OS | Windows 2000 Professional |
| Battery | Lithium Ion OEM (near dead) |
| CMOS Battery | None |
| Power Supply | OEM |
| Issues | None |
| Where I got it | VCF East Swap Meet |
| When I got it | February 2022 |
| Price Paid | Around $20 |
For specific general specifications on this model of laptop, see it's page on the laptop portal.
Maintenance Performed Since Acquisition (in chronological order)
- Replaced ADP3421 IC, bypassed CRC1 POST error and reflashed BIOS
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