T60p docking problem

I have an T60p with a strange docking problem. in 75% of the cases, it will turn off when I reinsert the computer into the advanced dock. It is not a controlled power down - but a "crash".
Any ideas?

There are reports that static buildup between the laptop and the dock, can cause unexpected crashes, there is an official remedy which you can obtain from Lenovo for free if the dock is still within warranty, or use aluminium foil in the place of these rubber caps.
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-67382
Regards,
Jin Li
May this year, be the year of 'DO'!
I am a volunteer, and not a paid staff of Lenovo or Microsoft

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