Security -> I/O Port Access, disable anything you don't use.Ĭlean with isopropyl alcohol/TIM cleaner, apply high-end thermal paste (e.g. Security -> Anti-Theft -> Computrace -> (Permanently) Disabled Security -> Security Chip -> Security Chip: Disabled
Disable TPM if using Linux (or Win10 without encryption).(Disabled for Win10), (Enabled for Linux).Ĭonfig -> Network, disable everything there. Make sure Thunderbolt 3 is properly configured.Ĭonfig -> Thunderbolt(TM) 3 -> Thunderbolt BIOS Assist Mode:.Make sure NVIDIA GPU is not always running.Ĭonfig -> Display -> Graphics Device: Hybrid graphicsĬonfig -> Display -> Total Graphics Memory: 512 MB.Don't rely on Vantage to do this for you. You don't want firmware-bugged components siphoning power/resources. Lenovo usually improves the BIOS/EC fan profile later in the lifecycle.
Lenovo vantage fan dust removal upgrade#
Manually upgrade all firmware (BIOS, Intel ME, Thunderbolt, SSDs, camera, TrackPoint).Lenovo Photo Library (including lots of wallpapers)
Lenovo vantage fan dust removal manuals#
Mirror of Hardware Maintenance Manuals for discontinued models Lenovo Windows Digital Download Recovery Images Manually upgrade all firmware (BIOS, Intel ME, Thunderbolt, SSDs, camera, TrackPoint).
Lenovo Parts Removal and Replacement Videos (select ThinkPad tab) Specification guides for discontinued models When reinstalling Windows, try the Lenovo disc images, as longer battery times have been reported, probably due to custom drivers. 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. 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. Corporate bulk purchasers don't usually go for it. 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. When buying a new ThinkPad, consider taking the IPS screen option if possible, as it doesn't cost much. 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. For IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad laptop enthusiasts.
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