How to Troubleshoot an IBM ThinkPad T42 Not Displaying Correct or Powering On
Tools
These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.
Identification and Background
Released May 2004, The ThinkPad 42 is part of IBM's T40 series. It has a 14.1 inch display and weighs 4.9 lbs. The T42 comes in with a range of processor using the Intel Pentium M processor (Pentium M at 1.86 GHz - Pentium M770 at 2.13 GHz). Also has 30-100 GB of harddrive space.
Manual
service-manual-IBM-ThinkPad-T4.pdf
Additional Links
- Buy Used on Amazon
- Wikipedia: ThinkPad
- Lenevo Support: Drivers and Software
- Lenevo Support: Hardware Maintenance Manual
- Device Manuals: Online Manuals and Guides
Troubleshooting
Identify various hardware problems using the IBM ThinkPad T42 Troubleshooting Guide