Lenovo ThinkPad T530i Repair

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The Lenovo ThinkPad T530i is a business-oriented laptop. It features a classic black, boxy design including a reinforced carbon-fiber lid. Users have mentioned that this version is reliable and durable. The model runs on Microsoft Windows.

Additional features include a 720p HD webcam, dual microphones, and a wide range of ports such as USB 3.0, VGA, Mini DisplayPort, and RJ-45 Ethernet. One of the more practical aspects of the T5030i is its repair friendly design. It has a bottom panel that allows for easy access to components like RAM, storage, and the battery, with no special tools required.

In terms of common issues, users have occasionally reported problems such as fan noise or failure due to dust accumulation, battery wear after extended use, and, less frequently, dimming of the LCD backlight of loose hinges from repeated use. Despite its age, there haven't been any major recalls associated with this model. Replacement parts like batteries, keyboards and fans are still available through Lenovo and third-party sources, which helps extend the devices life.

The Lenovo ThinkPad T530i features a matte black exterior, with a full-size keyboard, a red TrackPoint located in the center of the keyboard and a small ThinkPad logo on both the palm rest and back of the display lid.

• Display: 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD display (1366 × 768 resolution)
  
  
• Processor: Intel Core i3 (3rd Generation) i3-3110M or equivalent
  
  
• Memory (RAM): 4 GB DDR3
  
  
• Storage: 500 GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
  
  
• Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics
  
  
• Operating System: Windows 7 or Windows 8 Professional
  
  

• Ports: USB 3.0, VGA, Mini DisplayPort, Ethernet (RJ-45), ExpressCard/34 slot
  
  
• Wireless: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® connectivity
  
  
• Optical Drive: CD/DVD Multi Burner (DVD±RW)
  
  
• Webcam: Integrated 720p HD webcam
  
  
• Audio: Dolby® Advanced Audio™ v2 stereo speakers
  
  
• Security: Optional fingerprint reader

• Build: Reinforced ThinkPad chassis with magnesium roll cage for component protection
  
  
• Keyboard: Standard spill-resistant ThinkPad keyboard
  
  
• Battery: 6-cell lithium-ion battery (standard configuration)

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