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    T400 module upgradeable?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by vimvq1987, Mar 12, 2010.

  1. vimvq1987

    vimvq1987 Notebook Consultant

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    My T400 does not include bluetooth. Is there a chance for me to upgrade this module? :)
     
    vimvq1987, Mar 12, 2010
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    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    you can, but it may possibly void your warranty, as you may have to change the display cable and open up the top display casing.
     
    lead_org, Mar 12, 2010
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    vimvq1987 Notebook Consultant

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    So, what components I can upgrade without harming warranty? HDD, RAM, and ... ?
     
    vimvq1987, Mar 12, 2010
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    Yes, you can. I believe there where some instructions on this website on how to do so. It's not easy to do, but it can be done.

    What you need is a BlueTooth module. Afer that, take of your screen bezel and plug it into the corresponding spot.
     
    BNHabs, Mar 12, 2010
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    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    any CRU components are user upgradeable.
     
    lead_org, Mar 12, 2010
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    jcvjcvjcvjcv Notebook Evangelist

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    Might yeah

    There is a difference in the card being absent and the antenna system being absent. In other words: some have the antenna system, while lacking the card. Consider yourself lucky in that case :)
     
    jcvjcvjcvjcv, Mar 13, 2010
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    get a $3 BT dongle... (from place like focalprice.com or others)and your problem solved. it does occupy a USB slot. but i found T400's right hand side USB port is perfect for that purpose (in fact better than T500, which all 3 USB port is located on the left side)
     
    worldwolf, Mar 16, 2010
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