Description: ThinkPad T420 (i7 3740QM - 16GB RAM - 480GB SSD + 1TB HDD - 1080P IPS): This device was a hobby/project build, and used mainly for programming. It has been heavily modified/upgraded: BIOS Modification: CorebootCoreboot along with the TianoCore UEFI Payload was flashed onto the deviceCompiled from latest stable sourcesEnables full control over expansion slots (ex. no hardware whitelists) and provides Ivy Bridge CPU support CPU Upgrade: i7 3740QMUpon flashing Coreboot, I upgraded the CPU to an Ivy Bridge, 4C8T i7 3740QM2nd fastest Ivy Bridge mobile consumer processor availableInstalled with PTM7950 Thermal Pad - the laptop can maintain maximum boost frequency even under extended full load - the cooling capabilities have been greatly enhanced RAM Upgrade: 16GB DDR3 @ 1600MHzUpgraded RAM to the laptop's maximum capacity 1080P IPS Display UpgradeInstalled a Samsung 1080P matte panel with the appropriate conversion board Viewing angles significantly better than the standard 1366x768 TN panel Storage Upgrades: 480GB SSD and 1TB HDDUpgraded the internal 2.5" drive to a 480GB Crucial SSDInstalled a hard drive expansion in the UltraBay with a 1TB WD Blue HDD BatteryPurchased and installed a brand-new 6-cell battery I have performed a fresh-install of Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC (debloated by default) - it is permanently activated via HWID. A brand-new 95W charger will be included with the laptop - no other accessories. The lower right-hand side of the palmrest has begin cracking - refer to the photos (barely visible). Upgrades for this laptop costed several hundred dollars - feel free to send offers - I am open to negotiation!
Price: 350 USD
Location: West Haven, Connecticut
End Time: 2024-12-02T03:57:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Processor: i7 3740QM
Screen Size: 14 in
Graphics Processing Type: Integrated/On-Board Graphics
RAM Size: 16 GB
Color: Black
SSD Capacity: 512 GB
Most Suitable For: Programming
GPU: Intel HD Graphics
Brand: Lenovo
Series: ThinkPad
Type: Notebook/Laptop
Release Year: 2011
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Model: t420
Hard Drive Capacity: 512 GB
Operating System: Windows 10
Features: IPS Panel
Storage Type: SSD (Solid State Drive)