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    Turn the x220/230 into an ultrabook.

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by noxxle99, Aug 10, 2012.

  1. noxxle99

    noxxle99 Notebook Deity

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    Step 1: Install an msata ssd and leave the secondary HD bay empty

    Step 2: Install 4 cell battery

    The x220/230 is a mere 2.97 lbs with the 4 cell. Most 7mm hard drives are about .2 lbs in weight. So by having an msata drive only and leaving the HD bay empty, you can get the weight down to about 2.77 lbs. Lighter than the UX31 and X1 carbon!

    Yea the x220/230 is still a bit chubby with the 4 cell but it is also much more durable than most, if not all, other ultrabooks.
     
    noxxle99, Aug 10, 2012
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    sbl03 Notebook Enthusiast

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    This still doesn't fix the 1" thickness and lackluster battery life. If you want an ultrabook, you'd better be off actually buying one. I believe those, including myself, that get Thinkpads get it not for the light weight, thinness, or sleek look, but for the durability, reliability, and upgradability. The Thinkpad X230 isn't an ultrabook as you pointed out so it doesn't compete in the same market as the Sony Z, Mac Air, Samsung 9-series, and the like.
     
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  3. noxxle99

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    I know, I'm kidding.
     
    noxxle99, Aug 10, 2012
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    lol, I must've missed the part where you were being sarcastic. :p
     
    sbl03, Aug 10, 2012
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    When he said to use the 4-cell, I saw a hint of sarcasm. Like really the 4-cell. I personally had an Ultrabook and realized that they are just netbooks with more expensive parts. I bought an EEE PC when I couldn't afford anything else and it still works after 4 years of use but parts on it are faulty. I think where Ultrabooks will fail is in their cooling. There is very little room for adequate fans and very little space for cooling especially on the Northbridge, which is passively cooled. Personally, I think Ultrabooks are made to last like 2 years and look nice.

    After returning it and getting the ThinkPad, I didn't think this laptop is too thick, I thought it felt durable, lightweight, and functional. I cared less about contact durability and more about getting things done. I'm glad I made the switch.

    BTW, the mediocre battery life of the Ultrabook made getting the 9-cell worth it and I'm glad I did.
     
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    oh a tree Notebook Guru

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    Uh the X230t is the ideal weight. Not too light and not too heavy, feels comfortable.
     
    oh a tree, Aug 10, 2012
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    hotsauce Notebook Evangelist

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    Especially with the 3-cell and an SSD. It's featherweight. I had an Asus Zenbook Prime and returned it (had a litany of issues).

    The X230t is just as portable and light. I love it!
     
    hotsauce, Aug 11, 2012
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