I am happy about my first ThinkPad. 😆

I'm trying to figure out if there is a way to lower the brightness during bios startup and grub since the 100% during it feels extremely bad for my eyes.
I've got Thinkpad T14 gen 1 with AMD, CachyOS

So far I've tried amdgpu.backlight=0, amdgpu.dcdebuugmask=0x40000 and acpi_backlight in the /etc/default/grub

but to no avail... is it even possible?

Okay so I have installed fedora linux 44 and got a new keyboard, but apparently the backlight of the keyboard won’t turn on by pressing fn+ space. My other problem is that the external battery won’t show up in settings. I hope there are people who can help me since I’m eager to learn more about this type of systems :)

What is the lowest cost (in dollars) that you can find a used Thinkpad for, that is capable of running Linux?

It should at least be able to run a distro such as MX Linux or Linux Mint XFCE.

Where would you go to find such a Thinkpad at the best price? And how easy/difficult would it be to obtain?

What Thinkpad, generation, or specs, should be the minimum for this purpose?

Hi Everyone,

My ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 is missing a couple of the bottom cover retaining / captive screws. I’m looking to replace them and would appreciate help identifying the correct size or part number.

If anyone has purchased replacements that fit, could you share a link or recommend a seller? I’m in the US and would prefer to buy just the screws rather than another bottom cover.

Thanks!

Looking for some advice on a model. I’m trying to find a used ( or cheaper in general) thinkpad that I can run Linux Debian on and use something like freeCAD or another CAD software on. Not super intense models, just for 3d printing.

Preferably 16 gb ram, removable drive so I can upgrade it if needed, and around $1k or less.

Am I being realistic or am I asking for too much?

Hi! I just ordered an p52s and was wondering how people’s experiences with Linux is on it, especially fedora( since I know that quadro gpu’s sometimes is a bit stubborn on Linux)

Hi Fam! can anyone recommend a walk-in place in Melbourne to get my thinkbaby tattooed with some cool skin (probs Camo)

TIA